Rocky Mountain Regional Conference

Learn, participate and network with colleagues while earning CEUs. Hosted by the state/provincial directors and regional coordinators, this local event brings cutting-edge research and application to your backyard.

November 02, 2024 | Chandler, AZ | 0.7 CEUs Category A

Overview

Location:
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Agave Room
2626 E Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225

Hosted by:
Joseph Sudimack, MS, CSCS,*D,    NSCA-CPT,*D
jsudimackiv@gmail.com


Kristin Heumann, PhD, CSCS,*D
480-206-8637
kheumann@coloradomesa.edu

 

Schedule

Event Itinerary - Saturday, November 2
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Check-in & On-site Registration
8:10 AM - 9:10 AM
Sports Psychology: Athlete Mental Health
by Angela Shaba, PhD
  • Identify signs and symptoms of mental health distress in athletes
  • Learn techniques to support your athletes with mental health issues
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Multidirectional Movement for the Tactical Athlete
by Giovani Urrutia, CSCS
  • Learn principles behind programming and delivering multidirectional movement training
  • Learn special considerations and modifications for the tactical athlete
  • Learn how to manage difficult personalities
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Coaching Athletes and Clients Around Weight and Body Composition: What’s in a Coach’s Scope and How to Navigate Diet Culture With This Population
by Leron Sarig, MS, RD, CSSD
  • Navigating weight loss/body comp conversations with athletes and clients
  • When & who coaches should refer out to
  • Discuss diet culture and the impact of weight loss medications
11:25 AM - 12:25 PM
Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation, and Return to Play from an S&C Perspective
by Michael Silvestri, MS
  • Understand how to bridge the gap from injury prevention, rehabilitation, return to play and the work we do as strength and conditioning coaches
  • Understand and identify the biomechanical and physiological stressors we place on an athlete
  • Develop the skill to create drills to replicate, modify, or challenge the demands of sport
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch (provided)
1:35 PM - 2:35 PM
Training for Agility: A Problem-Solving Approach
by Korey Van Wyk, MS, CSCS
  • Be able to differentiate between change of direction speed and agility tasks
  • Understand the factors that underpin agility performance and how they can be trained
  • Learn a framework for applying research-based agility training in a large group setting
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Why What You Say Matters: Elevating Athletes Through Communication and Support
by Katelin Staab, MS, CSCS, TSAC-F, RSCC
  • Understand the impact of language on athlete mindset, performance, and development, and its role in shaping beliefs crucial for success post-athletics
  • Learn effective communication strategies to improve athlete engagement, fostering a supportive environment that promotes athlete development and resilience
  • Explore avenues for accessing community resources to enrich athletes and support networks and provide additional avenues for growth and support
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Balancing Act: Reviving GPP Amidst Sport Specificity for Youth Athletes
by Taylor Portman, MS, CSCS, RSCC
  • Explore the foundational role that GPP plays in building the foundation for youth athletes
  • Identify benchmarks for GPP and their translation to performance
  • Learn practical approaches to training program design that effectively balance GPP and sport-specificity

Registration



Thru Oct 22 After Oct 22*
NSCA Member Rate $75 $110
Student Rate $40 $50
Non-Member Rate $95 $130

*If sufficient quantities are unavailable, onsite and late registrants may not receive lunch, t-shirt, etc. (if applicable).

Register online above or use our PDF registration form and email to conferences@nsca.com.

FAQs

  • Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

    National Strength and Conditioning Association is dedicated to providing a harassment-free and discrimination-free experience for everyone at NSCA events. NSCA seeks to provide an event environment in which diverse attendees may learn, network and enjoy the company of colleagues in a professional atmosphere. NSCA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of attendees in any form.

    Policy & Procedures
  • Cancellation Policy

    All refund requests must be submitted in WRITING and should include the reason for cancellation. NO refunds will be accepted via phone. A 50% refund will be granted on or before the early registration date. NO REFUNDS will be given after the early registration date. 

    You can submit your request to: conferences@nsca.com  

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Will I receive the speaker PowerPoint presentations?
    If they are available, you will receive them via email within 2 weeks after the event.

    Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
    Yes. A certificate will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks after the event.

    How do I report my CEUs?
    The NSCA will automatically apply the CEUs to your NSCA Account. If you need to report CEUs elsewhere, you may use the Certificate of Attendance.

    Can anyone register for this event?
    Yes. Anyone who is interested in an NSCA Event can register.

    Do I need a Membership to register?
    No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.

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