2024 NSCA Coaches Conference
Cultivating Your Career at the NSCA's Champion Educational Event for Strength and Conditioning Coaches
January 03 - 05, 2024 | Orlando, FL & Online | 2.0 CEUs Category A
Overview
Presenting you practical applications and hands-on learning you won’t find anywhere else, the 2024 NSCA Coaches Conference remains the premier in-person event for coaching and sport performance professionals.
Unlock Your Full Potential
» Funnel your coaching drive into the latest best practices presented by industry experts. Explore a wide variety of topics that transcend sports and levels, including work/life balance, data & technology, and leadership & communication.
Connect with Other Coaches
» Beyond evidence-based sessions, you’ll find community with hundreds of other strength and conditioning coaches from K-12 to Pro. Here, simple handshakes and hallway conversations evolve into opportunities to progress your career.
Make It a Workcation
» Your company may help pay for your hotel and travel, so why not bring the whole family? Enjoy your discounted stay on Disney property, plus exclusive ticket pricing to enter the park and catch the fireworks after sessions are over.
Reunite in Orlando to participate in another dynamic 3-day experience—including special tracks, workshops, socials, and more—or see our best sessions live online from any location. Sign up now to boost your skills, fast-track your network, and secure 2.0 CEUs!
Online registration to attend in-person will close Wed, Jan 3, 5PM eastern. On-site registration will be open - come see us!
Online registration to attend online will close Thur, Jan 4, 5PM eastern.
Schedule
Schedule is subject to changes.
| Event Itinerary - Wednesday, January 3 - Eastern Time (ET) |
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8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Exam Prep This 2-Day clinic begins Tuesday, January 2. More details to come - visit Exam Prep Live Clinics to learn more. |
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11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Registration Open |
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12:00 PM - 5:30 PM NSCA Store Open |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Do No Harm When Selecting Exercises, Think Like a Lawyer by Brendon Rearick
Lecture Sponsored by Perform Better |
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Title to be Determined by Marie Spano
Lecture |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM 1st Timers Orientation |
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3:00 PM - 4:50 PM Building a Foundation for Speed Training in Team Settings by Nicole Rodriguez
Lecture Sponsored by Perform Better |
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3:00 PM - 4:50 PM Foot Mechanics and Kinetic Chain Implications by Jay Patel, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, CPSS Workshop |
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open |
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4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Sport Science & Performance Technology Special Interest Group (SIG) Meeting and Roundtable Networking |
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5:00 PM - 5:50 PM NSCA Coach of the Year Awards and Keynote Address by Jerry Palmieri, MA, CSCS, RSCC*E
Lecture |
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Kick-Off Party |
| Event Itinerary - Thursday, January 4 - Eastern Time (ET) |
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7:00 AM - 5:30 PM Registration Open |
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7:30 AM - 12:30 PM "Coffee & Curls" Workout and/or join the Exhibitors for coffee & breakfast sandwiches in the Exhibit Hall. |
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7:00 AM - 5:20 PM Exhibit Hall Open |
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7:30 AM - 8:20 AM College Strength & Conditioning Coaches Professional Development Group (PDG) Meeting and Roundtable Networking |
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM NSCA Store Open |
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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM The Load-Velocity Profile: Using VBT Beyond Instantaneous Feedback by Lauren Green, MS, CSCS, RSCC*D
Lecture |
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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Times Not Teams: A New Approach to Maximizing Your Work Schedule and Have a Life Outside of the Weight Room by Scott Caulfield, MA, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E Career Talk |
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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Plyometrics and Jump Training: Working Back from the Sport, Profiling, Athletes and Programming Training Interventions by Joseph Coyne, PhD Lecture Sponsored by ASCA |
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Title to be Determined by Brendon Rearick
Lecture Sponsored by Perform Better |
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM In Season Volleyball: Unifying Strength Training and Sport Practice by Emily Schilling, MS, CSCS, RSCC Lecture |
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM An Evolution of Performance Psychology in Strength and Conditioning by Adam Feit, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D
Lecture |
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Using a 3-Day Concurrent Approach to Programming for Athletic Development in Any Sport by Jenny Rearick Workshop |
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Lunch with Exhibitors Lunch provided |
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12:30 PM - 1:20 PM Professional is Proactive - Avoidable Damage is Reactive by Reed Wainwright, JD, CSCS, RSCC*D
Lecture |
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12:30 PM - 1:20 PM The Increased Use of Data and Data Visualizations in Strength and Conditioning by Nicole Rodriguez Hands-On Sponsored by Perform Better |
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1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Anthropometric Characteristics of American Football Players: From Evaluation to Intervention by Aaron Wellman, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
Lecture |
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1:30 PM - 2:20 PM The Start Up Initiative: Building a National Team of S&C Coaches to Serve the US Paralympic Athlete by Sam Gardner, MSc, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D Lecture |
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1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Crafting a Compelling Professional Bio: Elevating Your Strength & Conditioning Career Prospects by NSCA Foundation Career Talk |
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2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Nutrition for Injury Prevention and Recovery: Practical Solutions for Nutrient Adequacy, Timing and Smart Supplementation by Kelly Jones, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN Lecture |
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2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Recruiting, Hiring, Training, Managing and Retaining Qualified Staff in a Tight Labor Market by Scott Charland, MA, CSCS Career Talk |
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3:30 PM - 4:20 PM Human Performance in Law Enforcement - Assessment, Implementation, and Technology by Matt Krause, MA, ATC, CSCS,*D RSCC*E
Lecture |
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3:30 PM - 4:20 PM Critically Assessing Coaching Techniques and Tendencies by Mary Kate Feit, PhD, CSCS,*D Hands-On |
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4:30 PM - 5:20 PM Workout Periodization by Jason Karp, PhD
Lecture |
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4:30 PM - 5:20 PM Supporting Gen-Z Athletes from the Weight Room by Carlo Alvarez, MEd, CSCS, RSCC*E Lecture |
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4:30 PM - 5:20 PM Mastering the Basics: Stop Overlooking Bodyweight Movements by Lilly Bernardi, MS, CSCS Hands-On |
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM RSCC Reception RSCC and RSVP required |
| Event Itinerary - Friday, January 5 - Eastern Time (ET) |
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7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Registration Open |
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8:00 AM - 9:20 AM "Coffee & Kilos" Workout and/or join Exhibitors for coffee in the Exhibit Hall. |
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8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open |
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8:00 AM - 2:00 PM NSCA Store Open |
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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Title to be Determined by Bryan Mann, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F, RSCC*D
Lecture |
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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM A Physical Educator's Approach to Instructing Olympic Lifts by Justin Loudon, MS, CSCS,*D, RSCC Hands-On |
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Title to be Determined by Bo Sandoval
Lecture |
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Taking the Weight Room into the Classroom: How to Integrate Strength & Conditioning into the High School Academic Arena by Tobias Jacobi, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E Lecture |
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Practical Plyometric Programming for Team Sport Athletes by Joey Greany, MS, CSCS, RSCC*D Hands-On |
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM NBA Pre-Game Prep: The Science Behind it by Bill Burgos, DHSc, CSCS, RSCC*D
Lecture |
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM The Menstrual Cycle: Empowering Female Athletes with Training and Nutrition by Erica Suter, MS, CSCS Lecture |
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Comparing the Expertise of High School P.E. Teachers and Strength and Conditioning Coaches - Informing Career Pathways for Coaches by Ray Karvis, MSEd, CSCS, RSCC*E Career Talk |
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11:30 AM - 12:20 PM High School Professional Development Group (PDG) Meeting and Roudtable Networking |
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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch with Exhibitors Lunch provided |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Keynote: Title to be Determined by Jeff "Mad Dog" Madden
Lecture |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Building a HS Strength and Conditioning Program with Administration Support by Jason Charlton, Ed.D & Justin Loudon, MS, CSCS,*D, RSCC Lecture |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM True Bridge the Gap - How A&M Combines the Research and Practical Application to Enhance Performance by Bryan Mann, Bo Sandoval, & Scott Battley
Lecture |
Registration Pricing
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Through Nov 8 | Nov 9 - Dec 13 | After Dec 13 |
| Non-Member | $450 | $470 | $550 |
| Professional Member | $305 | $320 | $395 |
| Registration + Professional Membership | $435 | $450 | $525 |
| Student Member | $245 | $270 | $345 |
| Registration + Student Membership | $315 | $340 | $415 |
| Guest Pass | $85 | $85 | $85 |
Online registration to attend in-person will close Wed, Jan 3, 5PM eastern. On-site registration will be open - come see us!
Online registration to attend online will close Thurs, Jan 4, 5PM eastern.
Accommodations
Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort
The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort is both the host hotel and conference location. Located at 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Book your discounted group rate room for $189 + taxes.
Come for the Meeting & Stay for the Magic!
As a Coaches Conference attendee, you gain access to Special theme park tickets and Advance Purchase Savings on multi-day tickets when purchased prior to the conference start date. Multi-day tickets also include an added BONUS for you and your travel party!FAQs
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Cancellation Policy
All refund requests must be submitted in writing and should state the reason for cancellation. Email: conferences@nsca.com
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ACCEPTED VIA PHONE
Full refund less $20 if postmarked by Nov 8
50% refund if postmarked Nov 9-Dec 13
No refund after Dec 13, 2023 -
CEU Options
The NSCA has many options to help you in obtaining the necessary CEUs to recertify. Please check the CEU Opportunities page for the most current information.
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Exhibitors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the host hotel and conference location?
Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resorts: 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830What does it mean when I see "Streamed Live" on the schedule?
The sessions labeled "Streamed Live" will be just that, streamed live during the week of the conference. It's what's included with the online registration. All attendees will receive access to all of the recorded main sessions approximately 2 weeks after the event.How long do I have to register for the In-Person experience before cutoff?
The online registration opportunity for in-person will close Wed, Jan 3, 5PM eastern. Onsite registration will remain open all week - come see us!How long do I have to register for the Online experience before cutoff?
Registration will close Thurs, Jan 4, 5PM eastern.As a registered attendee, will I receive a recording of the online, virtual or live streamed event?
Yes. You will receive a recording of all sessions labeled "Lecture", "Hands-On, or "Career Talk" approximately 2 weeks after the event to review anything you may have missed. You will have access for one year.How do I know which sessions will be streamed/included with my registration?
Please see the PDF Schedule found under "Schedule" for details.If I miss some of the online, virtual or live streamed event, will this affect my CEUs?
No. You will receive a recording after the event to review anything you may have missed, therefore receiving the full 2.0 Category A CEUs.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?
Create Account
No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.
