Welcome to 2024 MAT Community!
As we kick off the New Year this month, we want to remind you of the opportunities launching this Spring, explain current course and certification options, and give a recap of the events already passed.
Read through the sections below to get up to speed on all things MAT. As always, we post updates in the MAT Community Network weekly and are available to chat on the Support chat if you have any questions or concerns.
Recap of MAT Athlete Workshop Launch
The launch of MAT Athlete is was phenomenal. MATRx Practitioners traveled to Florida and received exclusive training from Greg Roskopf.
The workshop was held at Bommarito Performance Systems and Mela Therapeutics. Kiki Mela, not only was an incredible host, but also provided a guest lecture speaking on behalf of her experience working in the professional sports industry.
Thank you to all who attended and participated:
Mark O'Keefe, Stacey Earl, Bill Busch , Dave Reed, Chad Empey, Angelo Kolettis, Kim Brody, Eric Seifert, Sheila Lee, Mark McGuirt, Jacob Simonds, Joe Marso, Jeffrey Wright, Blair Ferguson, Benjamin Silver, Gina Fortuna, Chat Ketanont, Brad Bischoff, Scott Mcwilliam, Michael Lingenfelter, Kristofer Sullivan, Ed Morand, Steve Van Wyk, Sheena Sebastian Denscombe, Jean Pierre Mikhael, KeriAn Cross, Neil Hansen, Skip Chapman, Sue-Anne Watkins, Stephen De Souza, Nicholas Linn, Patrick Douglas, Jose D Cherem Saltiel, Brian Inselman, Chad Simmons, Brian Eccles, Aaron Lakanen, Charlie Cates, Julie Cates, Jake Harden, Chad Cook, James Balazs, Kika Mela, Monika Kocik, Derek Colderbank, Laura Miles, Robert DiDonato, and Gregory Gordon.
Recap of Specialist Certification Event
The Specialist Certification event held at MAT Headquarters this January provided opportunity for Specialist level participants and practitioners to review MAT principles and treatment processes alongside each other while working toward certification in various subjects, including Full Body.
Greg Roskopf attended the event and lectured for the first portion of Saturday morning. We are proud to announce 9 newly certified Practitioners! Help us in congratulating the following MAT Community members: Kirk Frieberger, Keola Holt, Jessica Sapinoso, Dr. Torry Hinson, Colten Foster, Yagya Sharma, Nick Frey, Silvia Planas, Rhianna Brinkmann, and Megan McGregor.
Coming Soon:
February 3rd
Mastery Certification Event
Eligibility Requirements to attend this upcoming certification event:
Once you register for the Mastery Certification, you will gain access to the Mastery Certification space within the MAT Community Network. From there, please navigate to the event calendar tab where you can choose a date to attend and RSVP as going.
April 2024
MAT Athlete Workshop
Eligibility Requirements to attend this event:
Continuing Education
Credential Advancements and CEC Policy
Practitioners have the option of either advancing their credentials by taking a course or testing for certification OR practitioners can maintain their current credentials by taking an online CEC review in a subject they are certified in.
Advance your credential by choosing a course option or certification by clicking here!
Maintain your credentials by choosing an online CEC by clicking here.
Please keep in mind that the online CECs can be started at any time as long as they are completed within the calendar year and can only register for this option every other year (if you choose to take the online CEC review, the earlier you register, the longer you will have access to the material).
Learn more about our options here!
The link above will take you to the CEC Policy page that explains how to stay active and maintain your directory listing on our corporate site. Please scroll through to find the certification level that applies to you and click on the plus sign to expand the options and see what is available.
February 24th
"Putting it Together" - MAT Jumpstart Practical Event
February 24th is the next LIVE Jumpstart Practical Workshop with one of the best, Aaron Lakanen.
The theme of the event is "Putting it Together" which will help those who attend to understand how all parts of the process fit together into a session.
This will be LIVE on Zoom so you can tune in, ask your questions, and get the help you need! Access to this event requires the purchase of a Jumpstart course. RSVP TODAY in the Events Calendar section upon purchase of the course.
A recording will not be provided, please join us live!
Purchase Jumpstart here to Attend!
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