About The European Federation of Sports Medicine Associations (EFSMA)
The European Federation of Sports Medicine Associations (EFSMA) is an international association committed to the promotion and development of Sports Medicine at European level.
EFSMA was founded in Portugal in 1998 and, even if young, its reputation has grown impressively, having proved, during these years, at all levels, its reliability and its determination in spreading and sharing fundamental principles as motivation, performance and all the health aspects of people engaged in sport and physical activity.
At the moment EFSMA counts 41 members among European Federations of Sports Medicine and other related Associations, brought together by the common belief that only through sport it is possible to express, maintain and improve not only physical fitness and performance, but even mental well-being, creating also social relationships and preventing different diseases.
Access this link to find out more information about EFSMA: https://www.efsma.org/
About the congress
The European Federation of Sports Medicine Associations (EFSMA) Congress is a significant event in the field of sports medicine. Held biennially, it serves as a platform for professionals, researchers, and practitioners from various disciplines to share knowledge, discuss the latest research findings, and explore innovative approaches in sports medicine and exercise science.
The congress typically features a wide range of activities, including keynote lectures from prominent figures in the field, symposiums, workshops, and poster presentations. Topics covered span from injury prevention and management, sports nutrition, and exercise physiology, to the psychological aspects of athletic performance and rehabilitation.
One of the key objectives of the EFSMA Congress is to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and to foster a deeper understanding of the complex factors that influence health and performance in sports. Attendees have the opportunity to network with peers, engage in meaningful discussions, and gain insights into cutting-edge research and practical applications.
Overall, the EFSMA Congress is an essential event for those involved in sports medicine, providing valuable opportunities for professional development and contributing to the advancement of the field.
General information
Dates
Thursday 25the – Saturday 27the September 2025
Venue
Crowne Plaza Bucharest
Poligrafiei 1, București, 013704, Romania
Located in the north of Bucharest, 5 minutes walking to Herastrau Park (the most spectacular park in Bucharest) and 18-minute drive from the airport, this elegant Business hotel is equipped with 16 meeting rooms that can fit up to 1,500 people, 165 all soundproofed rooms and suites, a Restaurant & Terrace that offers a selection of international dishes prepared with fresh local products, and not last, the Spa which is fitted with a swimming pool, fitness, hammam, dry sauna, steam sauna, and frigidarium. Further facilities at the Crowne Plaza Bucharest include concierge services, on-site parking, and a multilingual 24-hour front desk.
The Host City - Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, known for its wide tree-lined boulevards, glorious Belle Époque buildings, and a reputation for the high life (which in the 1900s earned its nickname, "Little Paris"), is the largest city and capital of Romania, and nowadays is a bustling metropolis.
Bucharest is easily accessible. Excellent air, train, and road connections with European capitals and other main cities in Europe are provided.
How to get to Bucharest
Here is some useful information on how to get to Bucharest and how to move around the city with public transportation.
by train
Tickets for international destinations can be purchased from the website www.cfrcalatori.ro, through the application Buy online tickets / International traffic or directly from the link https://bileteinternationale.cfrcalatori.ro.
by plane
Henri Coandă International Airport (previously known as Bucharest Otopeni International Airport), is located 17km north-west of Bucharest, it is the primary international airport of Romania and is serving all major international airlines.
The distance to the conference hall is 15 minutes by car and 45 minutes by public transport.
by car
Bucharest is connected to multiple National and European highways and its fairly easy to navigate your way to the city by car.
If you take in consideration this option, you need to buy an electronic toll vignette which is required on all highways and national roads.
Public transport in Bucharest
Bucharest's public transport system is the largest in Romania. The Romanian capital is served by a modern underground system, a vast bus network,trolleybuses and trams. In addition, there is also a private minibus system.
Taxis, Uber and Bolt - are inexpensive compared to other European capitals.
All the metro and other public transport stops in Bucharest are marked on Google Maps and have live departure information. You can also download a very good mobile app called ‘Info Transport Bucharest’ which not only has all live departure info, it also has a journey planner. You can simply enter where you want to go and it gives you the best options with live time schedules.
More information and tips about how to get to Bucharest and public transportation in Bucharest can be found on this link:
https://lovinromania.com/getting-around-in-bucharest-a-transportation-guide/
Time zone
Local time in September is UTC/GMT + 3 hours.
Currency and Credit Cards
The currency in Romania is LEI (RON).
1 EURO is currently worth about 5 LEI (RON) available on 2024.
Major credit cards are accepted by most hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and shops.
Climate and clothing
Romania has a moderate, continental climate. The average temperature in September is between 18-25°C. Although rainy and windy days may occur, appropriate clothing is recommended.
Passports & Visa requirements
For residents of EU Member States and USA no visa is required. Residents of other countries, please contact the Embassy/Consulate of Romania in your country to get information about visa requirements. The organizing Secretariat is not responsible for obtaining visas and does not provide financial support letters but, in order to assist with obtaining an entry visa it can provide a confirmation of your registration to the congress, on request.
Official language
English is the official language of the Congress. No simultaneous translations will be provided.
Badges
You will not be permitted to enter the congress area without your badges.
CME Accreditation
An application for CME accreditation will be made to the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME). Participating delegates will receive a Certificate with CME Credits based on personal attendance to the sessions.
Liability and Insurance
The Congress organizers cannot accept liability for personal injuries sustained, or for loss or damage of property belonging to Congress participants (or their accompanying persons), either during, or because of the Congress. Delegates and their accompanying guests are strongly advised to purchase adequate travel insurance for the duration of their travel, the Congress and tours.
Registration fees
Participants are required to make their on-line registration.
Registration fee includes:
- participation in all sessions listed in the program of the congress
- congress materials
- access to coffee breaks
- access to Welcome Cocktail (September 25, 2025, 19:30)
- Certificate of Attendance (EACCME)
- 19% VAT
| Regular Full Fee | EFSMA Members | SROMS Members | Other health professionals, not physicians | Residents doctors + PhD Students | Students | One day registration | |
| Early registration before July 25the | 550 EUR | 450 EUR | 350 EUR | 300 EUR | 250 EUR | 200 EUR | 200 EUR |
| Late registration after July 26the | 600 EUR | 500 EUR | 400 EUR | 350 EUR | 300 EUR | 250 EUR | 250 EUR |
| On site registration | 650 EUR | 550 EUR | 450 EUR | 400 EUR | 350 EUR | 300 EUR | 300 EUR |
Registration fee includes: participation in all sessions listed in the program of the congress, congress materials, access to coffee breaks, Certificate of Attendance (EACCME), access to Welcome Cocktail (September 25, 2025, 19:30)
Payment of registration fees can be made online on our secure server by credit/debit card (MasterCard and VISA).
Accepted cards are MasterCard and VISA. For online payment - please log in to your user account and access the "Billing and payments" section in the "User Profile" menu (up right side of the website page).
It is also very important to make the payment from the account or with the card related to the legal entity so, that the invoice can be issued in accordance with the payer. Required billing information: legal entity name (as it appears on the proof of payment), fiscal code/registration number, town and name of the person for whom the registration was made. Your registration will only be validated when full payment is received.
Group registration
For Group registrations (10 persons or more) please email your request to: mihaela@logosconsult.eu to provide you with a Template to be filled in with the participant's information.
Cancellation policy
In case of cancellation, it is expected a refund of:
- 50% of the total amount for cancellations received by July 25, 2025
- No reimbursement after July 26, 2025
Substitutions / Name changes
Each name change will be charged of € 30.00 + 19%VAT.
After September 1st, no changes will be possible. No reimbursement for No Show.