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Delegation Leader: Dennis Richards, BSc, DC
President, Chiropractors’ Association of Australia
Secretary Treasurer, World Federation of Chiropractic
Program Dates: September 19 - 28, 2008
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Friday, Day 1: Individual departures from Australia to St. Petersburg
Depart to St. Petersburg, Russia.
Saturday, Day 2: St. Petersburg
Program briefing: Discuss the political and cultural
diversity of Russia and receive further information
on the delegation
Sunday, Day 3: St. Petersburg
Visit Peterhof, the world-famous palace,
fountain and park ensemble, and an outstanding
landmark of Russian artistic culture of the 18th and
19th centuries.
Marvel at the frescos and mosaics inside the
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
Monday, Day 4: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- Investigate the number of chiropractors in Russia and Poland
- Explore the locations and standards of education of chiropractors and related professionals in Russia and Poland
Venture through Pavlovsk, one of the most
prominent historical imperial estates in St.
Petersburg.
Explore the Peter and Paul Fortress and the adjacent
cathedral, as well as a visit to St. Isaac’s
Cathedral.
Take in a cultural performance later today.
Tuesday, Day 5: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- Discuss current or proposed legislation relating to the practice of chiropractic in Russia and Poland
Guest program:
Walk around Catherine’s Palace in
Tsarskoe Selo, the former summer residence of
the Russian imperial family.
Experience the Hermitage Museum. The
museum was founded by Catherine II as a home for
her art collection and a retreat connected to
her private apartments, the Winter Palace.
POLAND Situated in
the heart of Europe, Poland has long been both a
bridge and a front line between eastern and
western Europe. Today’s Poland has successfully
transitioned from nearly 40 years of Soviet
occupation ending in the early 1990s into a
capitalist democracy. Consequently, the country
has transformed its economy into one of the most
robust in Central Europe. Poland is a
multifaceted country where medieval towns
co-exist with modern high-tech buildings.
Wednesday, Day 6: St. Petersburg to Warsaw
Depart for Warsaw, Poland.
Thursday, Day 7: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Examine the realities of practice in Russia and Poland – techniques, relationships with other professions, etc.
Guest program:
Receive a guided orientation of Warsaw’s
local flea markets to get a sense of
everyday life in Poland.
Friday, Day 8: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Discuss ways in which the chiropractic professions in Australia and New Zealand may be able to assist the development of the profession in Russia and Poland, either directly or via the World Federation of Chiropractic
Guest program:
Spend time in the Wilanów Palace,
which serves as a branch of the National
Museum.
Saturday, Day 9: Warsaw
Discover the beauty of Warsaw during
visits to Old Town and Castle
Square, the house of Madame Curie,
St. John Cathedral and Market
Square.
Visit the Ghetto Memorial, the
Royal Lazienki Park, the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier, Chopin’s
Monument, and Belvedere Palace.
Share your memories and experiences with
other delegates during your last dinner
in Poland.
Sunday, Day 10: Depart from Warsaw (own arrangements)
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Optional Extension to
Auschwitz
and Krakow
Please inquire for further information upon
registration
We work diligently to ensure that the activities described here are available on your program. In rare cases, scheduling conflicts, delays, weather or circumstances beyond our control may result in program changes. If substitution is required, we make every effort to feature comparable events to retain the content and quality of the program. Participating guests must be at least 18 years of age at the time of travel.
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