2008 National Conference
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) invites you to attend their 31st National Conference and Exhibition in spectacular Las Vegas. The conference and exhibition will feature more than 50 educational sessions and research presentations and over 140 exhibiting companies. Join us and be part of the largest gathering of strength and conditioning professionals.
DATE
July 9 – 12, 2008LOCATION
Las Vegas, NVCONFERENCE SITE
Paris Hotel & Casino3655 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
888-266-5687
$115 single/double for Sunday through Thursday
$125 single/double for Friday and Saturday
* Please indicate that you wish to be under the National Strength & Conditioning Association block.
Reservations are first-come first-served until the block is full. Any reservation made after June 13, 2008 will only be confirmed on a space available basis.
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The NSCA would like to offer our National Conference attendees a discount to play at one of the three breathtaking and challenging Walters Golf properties in Las Vegas. Please click here to reserve your tee time.
CEUS
- NSCA -- 2.0
- NATA -- 20
- NASM -- 1.9
Refund/Cancellation Policy:
All refund requests must be submitted in WRITING and should include the reason for cancellation. NO refunds will be accepted via phone.
- Full refunds less $20 if postmarked by May 23, 2008
- 50% refund if postmarked May 24 – June 27, 2008
- NO REFUNDS after June 27, 2008
FEES
Cutoff days are by postmark!| Before May 23, 2008 |
May 24- June 27, 2008 |
After June 27 On-Site Only! |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Member | $225 | $265 | $315 |
| Non-Member | $345 | $385 | $435 |
| Student Member | $175 | $195 | $215 |
| One Day Only | $165 | $185 | $205 |
| Pre-printed Program Book | $25 | $25 | $25 |
| Guest Pass | $35 | $35 | $35 |
All attendees will be receiving an electronic version of the conference program/speaker handouts before the conference. If you would like to reserve a printed version of the conference program/speaker handouts it will be a $25 charge and you will receive it when you check-in.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PRE-CONFERENCE SYMPOSIA FEES
| One 2-Hour Pre-Con: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | $75 | $95 | $115 |
| Student Member | $40 | $60 | $80 |
| Two 2-Hour Pre-Con | |||
| Member | $125 | $145 | $175 |
| Student Member | $70 | $90 | $120 |
| Three 2-Hour Pre-Con | |||
| Member | $150 | $170 | $200 |
| Student Member | $90 | $110 | $140 |
Additional 0.2 NSCA and 2.0 NATA CEUs will be offered per 2 hour pre-con session.
PRE-CONFERENCE TIMES & TOPICS
| Time | Session | Presenter(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00-2:00 | High Numbers, Low Budget Youth Training Presented by NSCA Youth Special Interest Group Sponsored by Fitness Anywhere |
Avery Faigenbaum, EdD, CSCS*D, FNSCA & Whitney Moore, MS, CSCS*D, Jeff Olivo, PT, CSCS |
| 12:00-2:00 | Sport Nutrition: "Functional Foods" Sponsored by EAS |
Marie Spano, MS |
| 12:00-2:00 | Transfer of Training - Selecting Exercises for Athletic Performance Presented by the NSCA Weightlifting Special Interest Group Sponsored by Uesaka |
Loren Chiu, MS, CSCS & Steven Plisk, MS, CSCS*D |
| 2:00-4:00 | Functional Movement Screens: Defining the Problem Sponsored by Perform Better |
Gray Cook, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 | Practical Application of Sports Supplement and Nutritional Strategies Sponsored by EAS |
Jose Antonio, PhD, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 | Introduction to Kettlebells for Fitness and Athletic Development Sponsored by Power Systems |
Steve Cotter, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 | Movement Solutions: Advanced Manual Technique Part 1:Low Back & Posterior-Lateral Hip Dysfunction |
Steve Percy, MS, PTA, ATC |
| 4:00-6:00 | Methods of Developing Maximal & Explosive Strength Presented by the NSCA Weightlifting Special Interest Group Sponsored by Uesaka |
Margaret Stone & Michael Stone, PhD, FNSCA, Mike Gattone, CSCS |
| 4:00-6:00 | Kettlebell Programming for Fitness and Athletic Development Sponsored by Power Systems |
Steve Cotter, CSCS |
| 4:00-6:00 | Using the Functional Movement Screen in Team Sports Sponsored by Perform Better |
Michael Boyle |
| 4:00-6:00 | Movement Solutions: Advanced Manual Technique Part 2: Thoracic Kyphosis & Shoulder Dysfunction |
Steve Percy, MS, PTA, ATC |
DON'T MISS OUR KEYNOTE PRESENTERS
Rulon Gardner
Rulon Gardner is perhaps most well known for his defeat of Alexander Karelin in the 2000 Summer Olympics. Karelin had been undefeated for thirteen years prior to his loss in the gold medal match to Gardner. Gardner continued to win the U.S. Olympic trials for his weight class and then to compete in the 2004 Summer Olympics. At the 2004 Olympics in Athens, he won the bronze medal and left his shoes on the mat as the traditional symbol of retirement from competitive wrestling.
Gardner has since begun competing in mixed martial arts and in 2005 he became the host for a professional wrestling league called Real Pro Wrestling. Aside from his Olympic medals, his achievements are numerous and inspiring. Join us as the NSCA welcomes Rulon Gardner to share his lifetime triumphs through his motivational presentation during the Opening Ceremonies on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 11:00 A.M.
Mike Flynt
Mike Flynt, Known as the “Grid Iron Grandpa,” Mike Flynt captured national attention in 2007 when he returned to Division III football for Sul Ross State in Texas playing line-backer approaching the age of 60. Flynt learned that he had 1 year of eligibility left and so enrolled in a master's program.
In addition to being one of the founding members of the NSCA in 1976, Flynt spent most of his career as a strength and conditioning coach with Nebraska, Oregon and Texas A&M. He is also the inventor of the Powerbase training system and is committed to physical fitness. Join us as Flynt will be giving an inspirational message about perseverance at the Awards Reception on Friday, July 11th at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2008
Saturday, July 12, 2008
USA Weightlifting
Sports Performance Coach Certification Course
Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, July 08 – 09, 2008
In partnership with USA Weightlifting, the NSCA is bringing USA Weightlifting’s Sports Performance Coach Certification Course to our members. The course will precede the National Conference. The aim of this course is for professionals to introduce their athletes, students, and clients to the techniques of weightlifting, plyometrics, and other explosive training methods as a means to improving athletic performance. Each candidate will come away with a body of knowledge and practical expertise to enable them to train a beginner to a level where they can perform these movements safely and effectively. Before the course, you will receive a coaching manual and instructional video. Upon passing the exam, you will receive your USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach shirt, USA Weightlifting membership card and certificate. Annual renewal and recertification are required in order to maintain valid certification.
Course Instructors
Leo Totten, Chris Feder, and Mike Favre
Cost: $335
NOTE: There will be a $35 late fee for anyone registering after the deadline.
To register, go to www.usaweightlifting.org and click on Coaching Course Calendar and Registration. If you have questions, please call USA Weightlifting’s National Office at 719-866-4508.
www.usaweightlifting.org
International NSCA Index Invitational
Wednesday, July 09, 2008 • 5:00pm
Champagne Room, Paris Hotel & Casino
You are invited to the 1st Annual International Index Testing Competition held at NSCA’s 2008 National Conference in Las Vegas. Competitors from the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Ireland and the United States will participate in a thrilling Index Testing Competition where scores will be projected live for anyone in the world to see. NSCA Index scoring is based on a decathlon system where competitors receive points based upon on their performance for the Vertical Jump, Pro-Agility Run, Ten Yard Dash and Hang Clean. For more information contact Jake Wurth at 800-815-6826 or visit www.nsca-lift.org.
NSCA Certification Exams
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
The CSCS® and NSCA-CPT® certifications are considered to be the most highly respected and credible fitness-related certifications available. Join the 36,000 professionals who have obtained their prestigious CSCS or NSCA-CPT certifications. Register for testing online at www.nsca-cc.org, or call the NSCA Certification Commission at 888-746-2378 for more information.
Exam Early Registration Deadline
Friday, May 2, 2008
Exam Registration Cutoff
Friday, May 16, 2008
