Membership Benefits

A travel instructor helping a passenger board a train – empowering independence through public transit. Travel trainers truly give “the gift of freedom” of mobility to their students. The Association of Travel Instruction (ATI) is the leading national organization supporting these professionals. By joining ATI, you become part of a network dedicated to improving transportation accessibility and independence for people of all abilities. Through ATI you’ll gain support, resources, and inspiration to enhance your work – whether you’re new to travel training or a seasoned pro.

Membership Benefits

ATI membership offers a wide range of practical and professional benefits designed to support your growth and success as a travel trainer:

• Monthly learning: Gain access to exclusive monthly blog posts and a quarterly newsletter covering the latest travel training topics and trends.

• Webinars and training: Participate in members-only webinars hosted by ATI’s Professional Development Committee—many of which are eligible for certification credits.

• Conference savings: Enjoy discounted registration for ATI’s annual conference and other special events featuring expert-led sessions, best practice sharing, and valuable networking opportunities, also eligible for certification credits. Be sure to check out 2025 conference information at https://www.travelinstruction.org/conference

• Resource access: Access our members-only website that currently includes archived conference presentations and will soon feature training materials and program templates to support your work. Help us expand this resource library by contributing with your resources.

These benefits are “endless – both personally and professionally” for ATI members.

Networking at Membership Mixers

Travel professionals connecting at an ATI networking event. 

One of the most exciting member perks is ATI’s Membership Mixers. These virtual meet-ups (open to members and newcomers alike) are all about connecting and collaborating. As ATI put it in a recent invite, mixers are a chance to “connect, collaborate, and expand your network” with travel instructors and mobility advocates from around the country. At an April mixer, trainers gathered in small groups to  share best practices and even set professional goals for the year, sparking “meaningful conversations with fellow professionals in travel instruction and beyond”.

By joining these mixers you can:

• Connect nationwide: Meet both veteran instructors and new trainers, gaining fresh perspectives beyond your agency.

• Share best practices: Learn what’s working for others – from route training tips to accessibility solutions.

• Set and achieve goals: Collaborate on professional goals (for example, April’s session focused on goal-setting) so you stay motivated all year.

• Find inspiration: Each mixer centers on practical, inspiring themes relevant to your work. Future mixers will continue exploring useful topics to support your day-to-day training.

These informal gatherings are a unique chance to grow your support network. No matter where you work, you’ll meet peers who understand the challenges of travel training and can help you overcome them.

Get Involved Through Committees

Beyond mixers and events, ATI offers ways to make your mark. Members are encouraged to join committees that shape the organization. Committee members provide feedback, assist with tasks and ensure their voice is heard. Joining a committee is a great way to lead initiatives, develop new skills, and influence the future of travel training. It’s also a powerful networking opportunity – you’ll collaborate closely with fellow members and board leaders on shared goals.

To become a member, visit https://www.travelinstruction.org/become-a-member. Once you become a member, be sure to register as a site member in order to access Member's Only content.