May 2nd, 2026
Powered by
May 2nd, 2026
Powered by
May 2nd, 2026
Powered by
May 2nd, 2026
Powered by
Biggest educational event of the year !
3 institutions
1 Major Event
SWIS Symposium, Xpertise360 and Optimum Education join forces to create the biggest educational event of the province of Quebec of the industry of fitness and Strength and Conditioning.
Biggest educational event of the year !
3 institutions
1 Major Event
SWIS Symposium, Xpertise360 and Optimum Education join forces to create the biggest educational event of the province of Quebec of the industry of fitness and Strength and Conditioning.
Biggest educational event of the year !
3 institutions
1 Major Event
SWIS Symposium, Xpertise360 and Optimum Education join forces to create the biggest educational event of the province of Quebec of the industry of fitness and Strength and Conditioning.
WHAT'S
SWIS ?
Created in the early 2000s by Dr. Ken Kinakin, SWIS Symposium is every year one of the biggest educational event in Canada and the US having among his presenters some of the biggest names in the world to present.
Always having the most up to date science and content PLUS an amazing experience for all attendees to meet and exchange with top experts in the world.
WHAT'S
SWIS ?
Created in the early 2000s by Dr. Ken Kinakin, SWIS Symposium is every year one of the biggest educational event in Canada and the US having among his presenters some of the biggest names in the world to present.
Always having the most up to date science and content PLUS an amazing experience for all attendees to meet and exchange with top experts in the world.
WHAT'S SWIS ?
Created in the early 2000s by Dr. Ken Kinakin, SWIS Symposium is every year one of the biggest educational event in Canada and the US having among his presenters some of the biggest names in the world to present.
Always having the most up to date science and content PLUS an amazing experience for all attendees to meet and exchange with top experts in the world.
CONFIRMED
ENGLISH
SPEAKERS
2 ENGLISH ROOMS
Paul Gagné
Paul Gagné has been a posturologist and strength coach for over 40 years. His unique approach has allowed him to work with some of the world’s top athletes across various sports, from hockey to mogul skiing and Formula 1. He has authored or co-authored hundreds of articles in prestigious training magazines throughout his career. Additionally, he has delivered hundreds of conferences worldwide, sharing his expertise in posture, performance, and athletic development.
Dr. Ken Kinakin
Dr. Ken Kinakin is a chiropractor, certified strength and conditioning specialist, and personal trainer with over 40 years of experience in bodybuilding and powerlifting. He lectures internationally on weight training, rehabilitation, and nutrition, presenting for NSCA, Can-Fit-Pro, and rehabilitation certification programs. Author of Optimal Muscle Training, he also served on the Canadian Powerlifting Medical Committee. He founded SWIS (Society of Weight-Training Injury Specialists) to educate professionals on exercise muscle testing, rehab, and injury treatment.
Tom Sheppard
Tom Sheppard is a strength and powerlifting coach who has worked with professional athletes worldwide in sports like rugby, baseball, MMA, and elite powerlifting. Co-owner of Phoenix Performance and head coach at Thibarmy, he also writes for major platforms such as EliteFTS and T-Nation. In 2022 and 2023, he presented at the prestigious SWIS Symposium, sharing the stage with top figures in the fitness industry. He is the co-host of the famous podcast Table Talk alongside Dave Tate. He also co-wrote a book with Christian Thibaudeau, which is now available in 5 languages.
Naomi Sheppard
Naomi has 13 years of coaching experience, working with clients from post-op patients to professional athletes. An elite powerlifter, she holds multiple British, European, and World Records and is the UK’s all-time strongest pound-for-pound lifter. Her top lifts include a 262.5 kg world-record squat. Combining her competitive experience with a background in biochemistry, she designs science-based training and nutrition plans. Since 2019, she is a coach for Thibarmy and now represents elitefts in the US.
Christian Thibaudeau
Christian Thibaudeau has over 25 years of experience training athletes in 28 sports, serving as Head Strength Coach at the Central Institute for Human Performance. A prolific writer, he has published four books and was a senior author for T-Nation, reaching 400,000+ readers weekly. He developed the Neurotyping System, a revolutionary method that personalizes training based on neurological profiles. As an international lecturer, he helps coaches optimize athlete performance, motivation, and client retention. He published 7 books translated in 5 languages.
Lisa-Mary Farley
Lisa-Marie Farley, osteopath with 13+ years of experience, is recognized for her movement-based approach to sports therapy. Specializing in post-concussion recovery and performance optimization, she has treated over 100 professional athletes across elite sports. For eight years, she has taught manual therapy, Somatraining, and ELDOA internationally. Blending clinical expertise with a deep connection to nature, Lisa-Marie advocates for healing and performance rooted in movement, resilience, and meaningful connection.
Jamie Livingston
CONFIRMED
ENGLISH
SPEAKERS
2 ENGLISH ROOMS
Paul Gagné
Paul Gagné has been a posturologist and strength coach for over 40 years. His unique approach has allowed him to work with some of the world’s top athletes across various sports, from hockey to mogul skiing and Formula 1. He has authored or co-authored hundreds of articles in prestigious training magazines throughout his career. Additionally, he has delivered hundreds of conferences worldwide, sharing his expertise in posture, performance, and athletic development.
Dr. Ken Kinakin
Dr. Ken Kinakin is a chiropractor, certified strength and conditioning specialist, and personal trainer with over 40 years of experience in bodybuilding and powerlifting. He lectures internationally on weight training, rehabilitation, and nutrition, presenting for NSCA, Can-Fit-Pro, and rehabilitation certification programs. Author of Optimal Muscle Training, he also served on the Canadian Powerlifting Medical Committee. He founded SWIS (Society of Weight-Training Injury Specialists) to educate professionals on exercise muscle testing, rehab, and injury treatment.
Tom Sheppard
Tom Sheppard is a strength and powerlifting coach who has worked with professional athletes worldwide in sports like rugby, baseball, MMA, and elite powerlifting. Co-owner of Phoenix Performance and head coach at Thibarmy, he also writes for major platforms such as EliteFTS and T-Nation. In 2022 and 2023, he presented at the prestigious SWIS Symposium, sharing the stage with top figures in the fitness industry. He is the co-host of the famous podcast Table Talk alongside Dave Tate. He also co-wrote a book with Christian Thibaudeau, which is now available in 5 languages.
Naomi Sheppard
Naomi has 13 years of coaching experience, working with clients from post-op patients to professional athletes. An elite powerlifter, she holds multiple British, European, and World Records and is the UK’s all-time strongest pound-for-pound lifter. Her top lifts include a 262.5 kg world-record squat. Combining her competitive experience with a background in biochemistry, she designs science-based training and nutrition plans. Since 2019, she is a coach for Thibarmy and now represents elitefts in the US.
Lisa-Mary Farley
Lisa-Marie Farley, osteopath with 13+ years of experience, is recognized for her movement-based approach to sports therapy. Specializing in post-concussion recovery and performance optimization, she has treated over 100 professional athletes across elite sports. For eight years, she has taught manual therapy, Somatraining, and ELDOA internationally. Blending clinical expertise with a deep connection to nature, Lisa-Marie advocates for healing and performance rooted in movement, resilience, and meaningful connection.
Jamie Livingston
Christian Thibaudeau
Christian Thibaudeau has over 25 years of experience training athletes in 28 sports, serving as Head Strength Coach at the Central Institute for Human Performance. A prolific writer, he has published four books and was a senior author for T-Nation, reaching 400,000+ readers weekly. He developed the Neurotyping System, a revolutionary method that personalizes training based on neurological profiles. As an international lecturer, he helps coaches optimize athlete performance, motivation, and client retention. He published 7 books translated in 5 languages.
CONFIRMED
ENGLISH
SPEAKERS
2 ENGLISH ROOMS
Paul Gagné
Paul Gagné has been a posturologist and strength coach for over 40 years. His unique approach has allowed him to work with some of the world’s top athletes across various sports, from hockey to mogul skiing and Formula 1. He has authored or co-authored hundreds of articles in prestigious training magazines throughout his career. Additionally, he has delivered hundreds of conferences worldwide, sharing his expertise in posture, performance, and athletic development.
Dr. Ken Kinakin
Dr. Ken Kinakin is a chiropractor, certified strength and conditioning specialist, and personal trainer with over 40 years of experience in bodybuilding and powerlifting. He lectures internationally on weight training, rehabilitation, and nutrition, presenting for NSCA, Can-Fit-Pro, and rehabilitation certification programs. Author of Optimal Muscle Training, he also served on the Canadian Powerlifting Medical Committee. He founded SWIS (Society of Weight-Training Injury Specialists) to educate professionals on exercise muscle testing, rehab, and injury treatment.
Tom Sheppard
Tom Sheppard is a strength and powerlifting coach who has worked with professional athletes worldwide in sports like rugby, baseball, MMA, and elite powerlifting. Co-owner of Phoenix Performance and head coach at Thibarmy, he also writes for major platforms such as EliteFTS and T-Nation. In 2022 and 2023, he presented at the prestigious SWIS Symposium, sharing the stage with top figures in the fitness industry. He is the co-host of the famous podcast Table Talk alongside Dave Tate. He also co-wrote a book with Christian Thibaudeau, which is now available in 5 languages.
Naomi Sheppard
Naomi has 13 years of coaching experience, working with clients from post-op patients to professional athletes. An elite powerlifter, she holds multiple British, European, and World Records and is the UK’s all-time strongest pound-for-pound lifter. Her top lifts include a 262.5 kg world-record squat. Combining her competitive experience with a background in biochemistry, she designs science-based training and nutrition plans. Since 2019, she is a coach for Thibarmy and now represents elitefts in the US.
Christian Thibaudeau
Christian Thibaudeau has over 25 years of experience training athletes in 28 sports, serving as Head Strength Coach at the Central Institute for Human Performance. A prolific writer, he has published four books and was a senior author for T-Nation, reaching 400,000+ readers weekly. He developed the Neurotyping System, a revolutionary method that personalizes training based on neurological profiles. As an international lecturer, he helps coaches optimize athlete performance, motivation, and client retention. He published 7 books translated in 5 languages.
Lisa-Mary Farley
Lisa-Marie Farley, osteopath with 13+ years of experience, is recognized for her movement-based approach to sports therapy. Specializing in post-concussion recovery and performance optimization, she has treated over 100 professional athletes across elite sports. For eight years, she has taught manual therapy, Somatraining, and ELDOA internationally. Blending clinical expertise with a deep connection to nature, Lisa-Marie advocates for healing and performance rooted in movement, resilience, and meaningful connection.
Jamie Livingston
THE VENUE
Novotel Hotel YUL
2599 Boul. Alfred Nobel Montreal, QC, H4S 2G1, Canada
Hotel Reservation Method By Telephone: 1-514-337-3222 and mention ‘’SWIS’’ event
Please note that in order to receive this rate the hotel must be booked before March 31st, 2026
.
ROOM INFORMATION
The following rooms rates are available :
2 double bed room $185 CAD / $128 USD
The Deluxe Room with 1 king size bed $185 CAD / $128 USD
This includes amenities and services such as : Free wifi and Free Parking
THE VENUE
Novotel Hotel YUL
2599 Boul. Alfred Nobel Montreal, QC, H4S 2G1, Canada
Hotel Reservation Method By Telephone: 1-514-337-3222 and mention ‘’SWIS’’ event
Please note that in order to receive this rate the hotel must be booked before March 31st, 2026
.
ROOM INFORMATION
The following rooms rates are available :
2 double bed room $185 CAD / $128 USD
The Deluxe Room with 1 king size bed $185 CAD / $128 USD
This includes amenities and services such as : Free wifi and Free Parking
THE VENUE
Novotel Hotel YUL
2599 Boul. Alfred Nobel Montreal, QC, H4S 2G1, Canada
Hotel Reservation Method By Telephone: 1-514-337-3222 and mention ‘’SWIS’’ event
Please note that in order to receive this rate the hotel must be booked before March 31st, 2026
.
ROOM INFORMATION
The following rooms rates are available :
2 double bed room $185 CAD / $128 USD
The Deluxe Room with 1 king size bed $185 CAD / $128 USD
This includes amenities and services such as : Free wifi and Free Parking
PRICES, DATES AND INCLUSION
Black friday sale
04 : 02 : 50 : 33
STANDARD Ticket
Black Friday Deal until December 1st
Super-Duper Early Bird price until March 31st
Early bird from April 1st to April 21st
Regular Price starting April 22nd
Door price
Full-Time Student (proof required)
$199 CAD/$139 USD
$249 CAD/$179 USD
$297 CAD/$220 USD
$396 CAD/$365 USD
$495 CAD/$365 USD
$99 CAD/$75 USD
* Black Friday Deal include video replays of every session
* Video replays of every session +$50 CAD/$30 USD
* Taxes may apply
Register Now
VIP Ticket
VIP Ticket gives you access to :
/ Lunch (included) with the expert
/ Video replays
/ Free T-Shirt
/ More gifts from our sponsors !!
ADD $125 CAD/$100 USD
to above prices
Register Now
PRICES, DATES AND INCLUSION
Black friday sale
04 : 02 : 50 : 33
STANDARD Ticket
$199 CAD/$139 USD
Black Friday Deal until December 1st
$249 CAD/$179 USD
Super-Duper Early Bird price until March 31st
$297 CAD/$220 USD
Early bird from April 1st to April 21st
$396 CAD/$365 USD
Regular Price starting April 22nd
$495 CAD/$365 USD
Door price
$99 CAD/$75 USD
Full-Time Student (proof required)
* Black Friday Deal include video replays of every session
* Video replays of every session +$50 CAD/$30 USD
* Taxes may apply
Register Now
VIP Ticket
VIP Ticket gives you access to :
/ Lunch (included) with the expert
/ Video replays of every session
/ Free T-Shirt
/ More gifts from our sponsors !!
ADD $100CAD/$75 USD to above prices
Register Now
PRICES, DATES AND INCLUSION
Black friday sale
04 : 02 : 50 : 33
STANDARD Ticket
Black Friday Deal until December 1st
Super-Duper Early Bird price until March 31st
Early bird from April 1st to April 21st
Regular Price starting April 22nd
Door price
Full-Time Student (proof required)
$199 CAD/$139 USD
$249 CAD/$179 USD
$297 CAD/$220 USD
$396 CAD/$365 USD
$495 CAD/$365 USD
$99 CAD/$75 USD
* Black Friday Deal include video replays of every session
* Video replays of every session +$50 CAD/$30 USD
* Taxes may apply
Register Now
VIP Ticket
VIP Ticket gives you access to :
/ Lunch (included) with the expert
/ Video replays
/ Free T-Shirt
/ More gifts from our sponsors !!
ADD $125 CAD/$100 USD
to above prices
Register Now
EVENT
SCHEDULE
May 1st
7:00pm-10:00pm
Registration, Meet and Greet in the lobby
May 2nd
8:30am-9:30am
Presentation #1
9:30am-10:00am
Break
10:00am-11:00am
Presentation #2
11:00am-11:30am
Break
11:30am-12:30pm
Presentation #3
12:30pm-2:00pm
Lunch Break
2:00pm-3:00pm
Presentation #4
3:00pm-3:30pm
Break
3:30pm-4:30pm
Presentation #5
5:00pm-6:00pm
Panel in each room
18:00
Party au lobby !
* Detailed Schedule to be determined
EVENT
SCHEDULE
May 1st
7:00pm-10:00pm
Registration, Meet and Greet in the lobby
May 2nd
8:30am-9:30am
Presentation #1
9:30am-10:00am
Break
10:00am-11:00am
Presentation #2
11:00am-11:30am
Break
11:30am-12:30pm
Presentation #3
12:30pm-2:00pm
Lunch Break
2:00pm-3:00pm
Presentation #4
3:00pm-3:30pm
Break
3:30pm-4:30pm
Presentation #5
5:00pm-6:00pm
Panel in each room
18:00
Party au lobby !
* Detailed Schedule to be determined
EVENT
SCHEDULE
May 1st
7:00pm-10:00pm
Registration, Meet and Greet in the lobby
May 2nd
8:30am-9:30am
Presentation #1
9:30am-10:00am
Break
10:00am-11:00am
Presentation #2
11:00am-11:30am
Break
11:30am-12:30pm
Presentation #3
12:30pm-2:00pm
Lunch Break
2:00pm-3:00pm
Presentation #4
3:00pm-3:30pm
Break
3:30pm-4:30pm
Presentation #5
5:00pm-6:00pm
Panel in each room
18:00
Party au lobby !
* Detailed Schedule to be determined
MEET
SHARE
LEARN
MEET
SHARE
LEARN
MEET
SHARE
LEARN