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Registration is Now Open for the 9th ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress!
We are pleased to announce that registration for the 9th ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress is now open!
Join us at the Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC) in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, from 11–13 November 2026, as ASIA members, sports professionals, experts, and practitioners from across Asia come together to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and strengthen collaboration in high-performance sports.
Registration Information02 Registration
Registration
Registration Period: September 1, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 30, 2026
Payment Method: Online card payment.
Participation fee
NT$3,000
per participant
2026 ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress Registration Form
OPEN
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SEP 2026
DEADLINE
30
OCT 2026
The registration fee includes ONLY:
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Transportation for the Kaohsiung City Exploration programme
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Conference coffee breaks and refreshments
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Two lunches and Welcome Dinner
REGISTRATION LINK
2026 ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress Registration Form
You may also scan the QR code to access the registration form.
03 Programme
Programme (tentative)
Elevating Elite Athletes: Insights from High-Performance Centers in Tech Care, Major Games Support Systems and Athlete Branding
WEDNESDAY11
Wednesday 11th November 2026 (Day 1)
Lunch
Venue: TSTC cafeteria
Member Registration
ASIA Annual Meeting
Welcome Dinner
Venue: TBC
THURSDAY12
Thursday 12th November 2026 (Day 2)
Registration
Opening & Welcome Speech
Introduction
PRESENTATION #1
Topic: Comprehensive Medical Supports of Elite Athletes in TSTC
Speaker: Yin-Chou Lin, MD, PhD.
Director of the Comprehensive Sports Medicine Services and Support Team, Chang Gung Memorial Hospitals
PRESENTATION #2
Topic: Data, Decisions, and AI: Building Integrated Sport Medicine and Sport Science Systems at HPSI
Speaker: Scott Xu
Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant, Changi General Hospital (HPSI, Singapore)
PRESENTATION #3
Topic: TBD
Speaker: Prof. Jenn-Jier James Lien
PRESENTATION #4
Topic: Artificial intelligence in sports science and medical support: Enhancing athlete performance and well-being at the National Sports Institute of Malaysia
Speaker: Dr. Vellapandian Ponnusamy
Chief Executive Officer, National Sports Institute of Malaysia (ISN, Malaysia)
Break [15 min.]
Panel Discussion [30 min.]
Moderator: To invite ASIA member
Panelists: Presenters #1–4
Lunch
Venue: TSTC cafeteria
Campus Tour [90 min.]
Break [15 min.]
Introduction
KEYNOTE SPEECH (INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER)
Topic: Beyond the Field of Play: Integrated Athlete Support at Major International Sporting Events
Speaker: Ji Young Kim
Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute of Sport Science (KISS)
Break [15 min.]
PRESENTATION #5
Topic: “Operational Practices of “Overseas Support Bases””
Speaker: TSTC Representative
PRESENTATION #6
Topic: TBD
Speaker: Member Representative
Japan High Performance Sport Center
PRESENTATION #7
Topic: Athletes Support Services during International Competition
Speaker: Francis Carlos B. Diaz
Executive Director III, National Academy of Sports (NAS, Philippines)
Break [15 min.]
Keynote Pannel Discussion [30 min.]
Moderator: To invite ASIA member
Panelists: International Speaker, Presenters #5–7
FRIDAY13
Friday 13th November, 2026 (Day 3)
Introduction
PRESENTATION #8 (TSTC)
Topic: Sports Marketing in High-Performance Training Centers
Speaker: TSTC Representative
PRESENTATION #9 (FRANCE)
Topic: TBD
Speaker: Bâbak Amir-Tahmasseb
Director of International Relations and Grand INSEP Network (INSEP, France)
PRESENTATION #10 (LOCAL SPEAKER)
Topic: Beyond Sales: The Value of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Sports Lottery – The Taiwan Experience
Speaker: Por-Tai, Ted Lin
President, Taiwan Sports Lottery Co., Ltd (TSLC)
PRESENTATION #11 (MEMBER)
Topic: TBC
Speaker: To invite ASIA members
Break [15 min.]
Pannel Discussion [30 min.]
Moderator: To invite ASIA member
Panelists: Presenters #8–11
Closing Ceremony [10 min.]
Lunch
Venue: TSTC cafeteria
Kaohsiung City Exploration (optional)
Lotus Pond Scenic Area, Love River Bay, Kaohsiung Music Center, and Pier 2 Art Center
04 About speakers
Elevating Elite Athletes: Insights from High-Performance Centers in Tech Care, Major Games Support Systems and Athlete Branding
SESSION 1 · PRESENTATION #1
Yin-Chou Lin, MD, PhD.
Topic: Comprehensive Medical Supports of Elite Athletes in TSTC
Director of the Comprehensive Sports Medicine Services and Support Team, Chang Gung Memorial Hospitals (TSTC, Taiwan)
SESSION 1 · PRESENTATION #2
Scott Xu
Topic: Data, Decisions, and AI: Building Integrated Sport Medicine and Sport Science Systems at HPSI
Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant, Changi General Hospital (HPSI, Singapore)
SESSION 1 · PRESENTATION #3
Prof. Jenn-Jier James Lien
Topic: TBD
Vice Dean, College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, National Cheng Kung University
SESSION 1 · PRESENTATION #4
Dr. Vellapandian Ponnusamy
Topic: Artificial intelligence in sports science and medical support: Enhancing athlete performance and well-being at the National Sports Institute of Malaysia
Chief Executive Officer, National Sports Institute of Malaysia (ISN, Malaysia)
SESSION 2 · KEYNOTE SPEECH (INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER)
Ji Young Kim
Topic: Beyond the Field of Play: Integrated Athlete Support at Major International Sporting Events
Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute of Sport Science (KISS, South Korea)
SESSION 2 · PRESENTATION #5
TSTC Representative
Topic: “Operational Practices of “Overseas Support Bases””
SESSION 2 · PRESENTATION #6
Member Representative
Topic: TBD
Japan High Performance Sport Center
SESSION 2 · PRESENTATION #7
Francis Carlos B. Diaz
Topic: Athletes Support Services during International Competition
Executive Director III, National Academy of Sports (NAS, Philippines)
SESSION 3 · PRESENTATION #8
TSTC Representative
Topic: Sports Marketing in High-Performance Training Centers
SESSION 3 · PRESENTATION #9
Bâbak Amir-Tahmasseb
Topic: TBD
Director of International Relations and Grand INSEP Network (INSEP, France)
SESSION 3 · PRESENTATION #10
Por-Tai, Ted Lin
Topic: Beyond Sales: The Value of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Sports Lottery – The Taiwan Experience
President, Taiwan Sports Lottery Co., Ltd (TSLC)
ASIA
MEMBER
MEMBER
SESSION 3 · PRESENTATION #11
To invite ASIA members
Topic: TBC
05 Location
Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC), Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC)No. 399, Shiyun Blvd, Zuoying District
Kaohsiung City 813, Taiwan Google map
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No. 399, Shiyun Blvd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City 813, Taiwan
國家運動訓練中心
高雄市左營區世運大道 399 號
By Taxi
Taxis are readily available outside the Arrivals Hall (1F) of Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and at HSR Zuoying Station. Taxi fares are metered.
Please show the following address to the driver:
Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC)No. 399, Shiyun Blvd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City 813, Taiwan
國家運動訓練中心
高雄市左營區世運大道 399 號
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By MRT
Take the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line to World Games Station (R17).
From Exit 1, walk along Shiyun Boulevard toward the Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC). The walk takes approximately 10–15 minutes.
Alternatively, take Red 53 (紅 53) shuttle bus from World Games Station and get off at World Games Main Stadium. TSTC is approximately a 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
06 Accommodation
Accommodation
The Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel is the recommended accommodation for participants attending the 9th ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress.
Participants are responsible for making their own hotel reservations and covering their accommodation expenses.
RECOMMENDED HOTELSpecial Room Rate for ASIA Participants
Kaohsiung
Marriott Hotel
高雄萬豪酒店
No. 222, Long Desin Rd., Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 804, Taiwan
Special Room Rate Offered by Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel for ASIA Participants
A special room rate is available for ASIA participants for the period below.
Stay Period: 10–13 November 2026 (Special rate available until 3 November 2026, subject to room availability)
Booking: Special Room Rate for ASIA Participants
As other promotional rates may also be available, we recommend checking the hotel’s official website before booking.
Check Rates on the Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel Official Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/khhmc-kaohsiung-marriott-hotel/overview/
Complimentary Shuttle Service
From 11–13 November 2026, TSTC will provide complimentary round-trip shuttle service between the Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel and TSTC at designated times each day.
The detailed shuttle timetable will be announced at a later date.
Other Nearby Hotels
Participants may also consider the following hotels.
Please note that ASIA special room rates and TSTC shuttle services are not provided for the hotels listed below.
H2O Hotel 水京棧國際酒店
Address: No. 366, Minghua Rd., Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 80453, Taiwan
MRT: Kaohsiung Arena Station (R14), Exit 2 — approximately a 5-minute walk
Park Lees Hotel 帕可麗酒店
No. 192, Wenxin Rd., Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 804, Taiwan
Kaohsiung Arena (R14), Exit 2 · 3-minute walk
07 About Kaohsiung
About Kaohsiung
Located in southern Taiwan, Kaohsiung is a dynamic harbor city where urban life, waterfront scenery, culture, and nature come together. Once known primarily as an industrial and port city, Kaohsiung has evolved into a vibrant destination with revitalized waterfront districts, contemporary architecture, creative spaces, and a growing arts and cultural scene.
Visitors can discover many sides of the city—from the scenic Love River and Sizihwan Bay to the historic neighborhoods of Zuoying and the lively atmosphere of local night markets. Kaohsiung is also surrounded by mountains and the sea, offering a unique combination of metropolitan convenience and outdoor experiences.
Getting around the city is easy with its MRT and Light Rail Transit (LRT) network. A ride along the LRT is an excellent way for first-time visitors to explore Kaohsiung’s waterfront and some of its most popular attractions, including Pier-2 Art Center and the Kaohsiung Music Center.
With its warm climate, relaxed atmosphere, diverse food culture, and welcoming character, Kaohsiung offers plenty to discover beyond the conference. We hope you will take some time during your stay to experience the city and enjoy the distinctive charm of southern Taiwan.
EXCLUSIVE PROGRAM FOR ASIA MEMBERS
Kaohsiung City
Kaohsiung City
Exploration
As part of the 2026 ASIA Congress, ASIA members are invited to join an optional city exploration program and discover two distinctive sides of Kaohsiung—from the cultural and religious heritage of historic Zuoying to the vibrant waterfront of this modern harbor city.
Friday, 13
November13:30—18:30
Photos © Tourism Bureau of Kaohsiung City Government
Discover More About Kaohsiung
Want to discover more of what Kaohsiung has to offer? Explore attractions, local culture, food, transportation, and travel inspiration on the Kaohsiung Travel Website of the Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau.
More info: https://khh.travel/en/08 Contact
CONTACT US
For inquiries regarding the 9th ASIA Annual Meeting and ASIA Congress, please contact the Organizing Committee.
2026 ASIA Organizing Committee
Taiwan Sports Training Center (TSTC)
international@mail.nstc.org.tw
For inquiries regarding registration, accommodation, transportation, or other event-related matters, please feel free to contact us by email.
We look forward to welcoming you to Kaohsiung, Taiwan!