The Fiji Physical Activity Promotion Symposium (FPAPS) has once again delivered an inspiring and impactful event, marking its third consecutive year of success.
Delivered in collaboration with the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP) and the University of Fiji, FPAPS continues to play a vital role in promoting the importance of physical activity across the Fijian community—while equipping the next generation of medical and health professionals with the skills and confidence to champion this cause in their future practice.
2026 Highlights:
A dynamic 2-day program themed ‘Physical Activity Across the Lifespan’
240 delegates on Day 1, featuring:
- 3 student-led keynote presentations
- 5 student-led mini presentations
- 2025 FPAPS research project presentation
- 3 international invited speakers
48 delegates on Day 2, including:
- An international invited presentation
- Community outreach delivering 150+ health screenings and physical activity counselling sessions
Engagement with key organisations through exhibitor booths, including Fiji Cancer Society, Diabetes Fiji, and the Umanand Prasad School of Medicine and Health Science (USB) Sports Committee
A sincere thank you to this year’s valued sponsors and collaborators: Human Kinetics, Exercise is Medicine Australia, Exercise & Sports Science Australia, Fiji Cancer Society, and the Asia-Pacific Society for Physical Activity. Additional support from Diabetes Fiji and the Nadi Sport and Social Club was also greatly appreciated.
Planning is already underway for FPAPS 2027, with co-chairs ICSESP Director Nathan Reeves and University of Fiji’s Dr Kaka committed to building on this momentum and delivering another meaningful and impactful event.
