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Fitness Conventions and Expos 2024 (UK Edition)

(Updated Feb 2024)

Hi All,

For the last few years, I have put together a post to detail some of the top conventions in the UK fitness calendar.  This post has proved to be so popular that I have decided to put together another one for some of the massive fitness events that are going on over the next 12 months.

As with last year, I will be attending a number of them so give me a shout if you will be too!

15th -17th March 2024- Move Fit

This expo is held at ExCel in London that is focused on group exercise and all that Jazz!  The event has some massive classes were you can take part in sessions delivered by some of the master trainers from Zumba, Les Mills, Clubbercise and many more.  If you like GroupEx and are looking for a high energy event to attend, Move Fit is well worth a look.

21st – 22nd March 2024 – Perform XLive

Held at the cool Tabacco Docks in London, the event is two days of networking and learning with some of the fitness worlds greats. This event attracts a range of different people from the leadership of some of the most established fitness brands to new to the game personal trainers. The show aims to cater for all.

22nd – 24th March 2024 – International Fitness Showcase

This growing annual convention and trade show held in Blackpool is a great one to attend for all those in the North!  It has a good balance of both theory lead and practical lead sessions that covers all areas of the fitness industry.  The convention is aimed at those within the industry such as Personal Trainers, Fitness Instructors, etc…

28th March 2024 – The Fitness Wellness Summit

A great event hosted at the Helix in Dublin, that brings together a wide range of people and speakers in the area of health, wellbeing and physical activity. This event has grown strongly and has a great following, definitely one to attend!

12th – 13th June 2024 – Elevate

This is a convention that aims to bring together a number of groups in the world of exercise and fitness.  This is done with the aim of promoting higher levels of physical activity and lowering obesity. This show really has something for everyone involved in health fitness and physical activity.  Read my review of Elevate here.

29th-30th June 2024 – Welsh Fitness Expo

A great event, hosted in Cardiff that brings together the fitness community across Wales and beyond. Some great speaker slots and education as well as a host of various fitness equipment and service suppliers.

TBC August 2024 – UKSCA

This conference is a great one for all of you that are involved with strength and conditioning, the sessions tend to be more technically focused.  The convention always has a great line up of speakers from the world of Strength and conditioning, and if you are into training people for a sport it is well worth a visit!

12th – 13th September – PAF

This is a unique event that has been designed to bring together operators of sports facilities, local authorities, universities, schools, architects, and contractors with innovative industry suppliers in a relaxed and social environment.

18th – 20th October 2024 –  Om Yoga Show

This is a great event for any of you interested in yoga, however seriously.  It is nice to see so many different people come together to learn, participate and look at new innovations in the world of yoga. Held in London at Alexandra Palace each year the event is really one for all no matter your level or experience.

TBC November 2024 – BASES

This is one for all the exercise scientists out there.  The venue changes annually and this year will be in Harrogate.  This is a great one for all those involved with sports and exercise science of all disciplines.  The conference always has a great range of speakers, from a wide range of backgrounds.

25th – 26th January 2025 – National Running Show 

This is the biggest running event and a must for anyone who would like to improve their running technique or just gather some motivation to get started!  This is the show that is held annually at the NEC and is classed as the North show, there is one in the South too!  The event is always well attended and has a good following from the professional running community.

TBC 2023 – Body Power

Much talk of if this will ever return… will it??? This is now a massive expo that is held at the NEC in Birmingham, it is mainly focused in on the worlds of strength, power and mass, and is open to both industry professionals and the public.  Over the past few years this convention has seen exponential growth! Check out my full review of Body Power!

If you know of any fitness events in your area please do stick them in the comments area below!

TOM

 

Tom has been involved in the fitness industry for nearly 20 years. He is a specialist in rehabilitation, exercise referral and helping other fitness professionals to improve their business. He is also involved with course development, teaching, assessing and IQA of a range of training courses. He is always willing to meet other professionals so please do contact him via social media with any questions or just to say hello.

9 Comments

  • Thanks for this, really helpful 🙂

  • Hello i am a personal trainer from staffordshire. We have a new fitness Aid that we have designed and weights that we have patanted and we were wondering what fitness convetion we could get involved with to show case our new product. Im also looking for some information regarding branding my own fitness class with the product we have designed.
    We really hope you can help.
    Many thanks
    Steve

  • Thanks Stephen, sounds like an interesting project. Hard to say what would be the best for you without knowing a little more. Maybe if you shoot me a message on the contact page we can discuss this in more detail!

    TOM

  • Thanks Lisa!!

    TOM

  • Great Article Tom.really helpful. Im based in London and currently exhibiting my company StrongHer at MoveFit at the excel its new this year and there is one in Angel on the 26th April (for women only) called Be:Fit which is pretty popular.

  • Thanks Lyanne, glad you liked the post and I will be sure to add those to the list for 2018!!

  • Hi Huib,

    Thanks for the comment, glad you have found the post useful!! I would suggest the BP Trade Show as being the best one for you. Have a look at the link in the post to the site and contact them, you have 11 months till the next one!

    Tom

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