Move and Thrive in an AI World
Celebrating the Success of The 32nd ACHPER International Conference
12–14 November 2025
ACU Melbourne and online.
115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia]
Many thanks to the Australian Catholic University for hosting the 32 International Conference
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the educational landscape, it is essential for health and physical education (HPE) researchers, educators, and professionals to critically engage with its impacts, opportunities, and ethical complexities.
Rather than standing in opposition, AI is already transforming movement education practice and research — enhancing teaching and learning, and supporting students and athletes with diverse strengths and needs in dynamic new ways. Yet these advancements continue to bring real dilemmas and tensions that demand thoughtful exploration.
At the 32nd ACHPER International Conference — Move and Thrive in an AI World — researchers, educators, coaches, industry professionals, and thought leaders came together to share, discuss, and explore the challenges, breakthroughs, and possibilities of AI in movement and health education.
More than 200 delegates gathered in vibrant Melbourne, Australia, for three valuable days from 12–14 November 2025. The conference offered rich opportunities to connect, learn, and lead in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.
Together, we examined how AI is reshaping what it means to teach, move, connect, assess, and flourish — and reflected on how we can continue building a future where movement remains essential to life.
Conference Themes
Abstract submissions must align with one or more of the following themes:
- Valuing First Nations Knowledges
- Professional Impact of Digital Technologies and AI
- Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility in the Digital / AI age
- Advancing Pedagogical Approaches and Frameworks
- Sustainability, Human and Planetary Wellbeing
- Assessing and Evaluating Learning
- Advancing Social Justice, Equity and Inclusion
Presentation Types
We welcome a diversity of formats:
- Individual Paper (30 mins)
- Symposium (3–4 papers, total 90 mins)
- Conversation Café (Up to 6 short talks, total 90 mins)
- Practical Workshop (30 or 60 mins)
- Plenary Presentation (by invitation only, 60 mins)
Interactive, practice-based submissions are highly encouraged.
Why This Conference Matters
Every week, ACHPER’s national network delivers over 250,000 hours of movement education, while sports clubs and community organisations deliver hundreds of thousands more.
But as AI transforms how we live, learn, and move — we must ensure movement, connection, and human thriving remain at the centre.
This conference offered the chance to:
Lead the conversation on AI and HPE
Showcase cutting-edge practice and research
Inspire peers and shape future directions
Connect with a national and global movement community
Thank you to our valued Delegates from our HPE community, you insights and shared experiences have lead to meaningful valuable and meaningful conversation
