HoteAugust 21 and 22, 2026

FLAQ 2026:

Assembly and Symposium

Bogotá, Colombia

Cosmos 100 Hotel and Convention Center

August 22, 2026

8 PACE CE Credits

Pediatrics and Sports Chiropractic

Hotel Group Code: FLAQ

Hotel stay includes Breakfast, Symposium includes Lunch!



Sponsors

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What are you expecting from that weekend?

Two days filled with professional connection, high-level learning, and collaborative work.

FLAQ 2026 brings together chiropractors and students from across Latin America in the vibrant capital of Colombia.

1

Friday 21 — 9am-12pm

Institutional meeting with Quiroprácticos de Colombia.

Are you a chiropractor and work in Colombia? Come share experiences, strengthen bonds, build community, and talk about the present and future of chiropractic in Colombia.

2

Friday 21 — 3pm-6pm

FLAQ Assembly

Represent your country, collaborate, learn what is happening in our region, and how we can continue helping elevate the profession by building the future of Latin American chiropractic. Board voting.

3

Friday 21 - 6pm-7pm

Special Activity for Women Chiropractors

CHIROWOMAN

Come, Meet, Share, and Learn

4

Saturday 22 — 8am-5pm

Symposium Includes Lunch

Symposium with 8 CE PACE credits:

4 hours of Pediatrics and 4 hours of Sports Chiropractic.

Dra. Elise Hewitt, DC, DABCO, FICC

Dra. Aleisha Serrano, DC, ICSC, CCEP

Dr. Virgilio Paniagua, DC, ISCS, CCEP

5

Regional Chiropractic Education Meeting

Saturday 22 - 6pm

CCE-LA/FLAQ meeting with Latin American Chiropractic Programs & Regional Education Round Table

Education in the Region

Accreditation

Future

Our Speakers

International chiropractic leaders share their knowledge and high-level clinical experience.

Dr. Elise Hewitt, DC, DABCO, FICC


4 hours of continuing education

Pediatric Craniosacral Therapy: Evaluation, Clinical Application and Practical Technique

Hands On

Pediatric Chiropractic - 4 CE PACE hours

Dr. Elise Hewitt is an internationally recognized expert in child health and pediatric chiropractic. She is a Certified Pediatric Chiropractic Doctor, Craniosacral Therapist, Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors, Founding Director of the Master's Program in Pediatric Chiropractic at Logan University, and former Chair of the ACA Pediatrics Council.

Her course covers evaluation, technique, and clinical management in pediatric populations using craniosacral technique.

Dr. Aleisha Serrano, DC, ICSC, CCEP

Dr. Virgilio Paniagua, DC, ICSC, CCEP

4 hours of continuing education

Complete Functional Athlete Assessment and Management Protocol

Hands On

Sports Chiropractic - 4 CE PACE hours

Dr. Aleisha Serrano is a certified sports chiropractic specialist (FICS), a graduate of Parker University in Dallas, TX. Certified in CCEP, CCSP, ICSC, Kinesiotaping, and Graston Technique. She has an outstanding international career working with Olympic committees from various Latin American countries, including the 2008–2012 Olympic Cycle with the Colombian Archery Team during their first World Gold Medal.

Dr. Virgilio Paniagua is a certified sports chiropractic specialist (FICS). A graduate of Texas Chiropractic College, professor at the Universidad Central del Caribe School of Chiropractic, and international lecturer.

Their course covers comprehensive functional athlete evaluation and management protocols for the high-performance athlete.

Special Guest!

Dr. Arantxa Ortega, BSc, PhD


Researcher and founder of

ChiroWoman


Dr. Aranxta Ortega holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology (2004) from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, with a Doctoral Thesis on Acute Renal Failure. In 2010, she made a radical shift and decided to focus on teaching and concentrate her research efforts on chiropractic. To that end, she organized many walks in support of chiropractic research, raising funds for her projects. She is currently about to enter the clinical years of her chiropractic studies and is the founder of ChiroWoman, where she brings together women chiropractors to empower them, promote research, and build a support network.

Pricing and Registration

Secure your spot with the early bird rate.

PACE CE credits apply to the 8 hours in the Saturday, August 22 symposium.

Before JAug 10

$230 USD

EarlyBird Rate!

The best option if you like to plan ahead!

Please register before paying. You will need to upload proof of payment in registration.

For chiropractors graduated from recognized LA schools or Accredited USA or Iinternational Programs

Chiropractic Students

$150 USD

From schools recognized in Latin America or internationally accredited.


Optional for USA and PR DCs:

PACE CE Credit*

$50 USD

Additional continuing education certificate option for chiropractors from PR and USA who want Continuing Education credits

*Automatic PACE states including Puerto Rico


To pay for the Symposium, press these links:


Your Venue: Cosmos 100 Hotel

Official Event Lodging

The Cosmos 100 Hotel and Convention Center is the official venue for the FLAQ 2026 Assembly and Symposium.

Located in the strategic area of Bogotá, Chapinero, it offers comfort, excellent facilities, and easy access to the city's main attractions.

Book directly with the hotel with the FLAQ 2026 group discount for special pricing.

The Double Tree Hotel is another option within the Cosmos 100 Convention Center complex and has some discounted rooms available while they last.

Breakfast Included!

Hotel Group Code: FLAQ

Applicable rate: Standard and Superior room

Standard room single or double

($83USD/night)

Superior room single or double

($95.5 USD/night)


For more information or questions about

reservations at Hotel Cosmos 100:

Leidy Arguello: WhatsApp: +57 316 0268370

COSMOS 100

Come A Few Days Early and Discover Bogotá

Bogotá is a city that surprises, inspires, and captivates. Take advantage of the trip and explore everything this capital has to offer before or after the symposium.

One of the wonders of Colombian engineering, carved inside a salt mine. Just an hour from Bogotá, a must-see.

Explore pre-Columbian riches at the famous Gold Museum and discover the legendary Colombian emeralds at the Emerald Museum.

Enjoy the best coffee in the world in traditional cafés and tours of coffee farms near the city.

The National Police Museum, the Emerald Museum, and Plaza Simón Bolívar are some of the places that offer a unique window into Colombian history and culture.

Climb iconic Monserrate for a spectacular panoramic view of the entire city. A cultural and spiritual symbol of Bogotá.

The Usaquén neighborhood and Zona Rosa offer artisan markets, signature restaurants, and the best Colombian and international cuisine.

Do You Have Questions?

Our team is ready to help you with registration, lodging, CE PACE credits, and anything you need to make this event an unforgettable experience.

Event Dates

August 21 and 22, 2026

Venue

Cosmos 100 Hotel, Bogotá

Be part of the largest chiropractic network in Latin America. We look forward to seeing you in Bogotá.