SASMA Members


Any person with a bachelors, honours, masters or doctoral degree at an accredited institution in a field related to health, physical education, biology or exercise science can become a full voting member. Students in the above-named fields and members of sports of allied bodies can become student or associate members. These members enjoy the benefits of full membership, with the exception of voting rights.

SASMA’s Objective


The promotion of sport science and sport medicine to benefit the South African community through:


Arranging local, regional and national meetings of medical professionals, allied health professionals, scientists and educators.



Implementing educational programs for members, as well as coaches, athletes and the general public.



Publication of a journal, educational material and a communicating website.


To develop informed position and public statements in areas of concern to SASMA members and the general public.


To protect the interests of its members, nurture sub-groups and special interest groups and to encourage research in the fields of expertise of these groups.

Our Membership Plans

Student Member

R750

Per YearJoin SASMA Now

Full Member

R1500

Per YearJoin SASMA Now

Benefits of joining SASMA

  • 01

    Support sport and exercise medicine and science in Southern Africa

  • 02

    Join a network of clinicians, scientists and experts with similar goals and interests

  • 03

    Gain free access to the latest high-quality sports medicine research

  • 04

    Reduced submission fees for SAJSM and affiliated sports medicine journals

  • 05

    Build and progress your career in sports medicine

  • 06

    Membership access to local and international webinars and events