A golden moment: the FHT 50^th Anniversary Training Congress and Exhibition

With over 50 expert speakers producing high calibre seminars and workshops, a top class selection of exhibitors, a celebration drinks reception, and a member with a real Olympic torch, this was a truly golden event. Thank you to all those members, speakers and exhibitors who made our FHT 50th Anniversary Training Congress and Exhibition such a memorable occasion

Held at the prestigious Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 7^th and 8^th July, it was wonderful to meet so many of our members, face-to-face. As an FHT member event, it certainly had an extra special atmosphere this year, with lots of people commenting that while it was extremely professional and well organised, they also felt part of the ‘FHT family’ and especially proud to be a member of our association.

Members enjoyed the opportunity to meet and mingle with both like-minded therapists and FHT’s Governing Council and staff, who were all on hand to offer their support and advice. Our exhibitors also commented on how pleased they were with the calibre and professionalism of our therapists.

A special thank you to all those who joined us at our 50^th anniversary drinks reception on Saturday evening, in the magnificent Kestrel Suite. Our FHT History film presentation gave the audience an understanding of how the FHT has led the therapy industry for five decades and it was a real thrill to hear from FHT member, Stan Cantrill, who was an Olympic Torch Bearer in Hereford this May. Several members also came forward who are working as therapists at the Olympics in general, or for specific national teams. Go Team GB!

We were very touched by the number of our members who had travelled some distance, just to attend the Congress – from as far as Ireland and Canada. We thank you for literally going that extra mile (or several thousand) to join us and hope that you gained enough from the event to make you smile all the way home.

If you did not have a chance to complete a feedback form on the day, please feel free to email us your comments at events@fht.org.uk Although we think the event was a huge success, we are always looking for ways to improve our membership services in the future.

For those who were unable to join us on this occasion, we hope you’ll consider coming along next time, so that you can enjoy all of the wonderful opportunities a member-dedicated event like this has to offer.