2026 NSCA Training Prescriptions for Overhead Athletes Summit
Experience Advanced Biomechanics and Performance for Overhead Athletes
March 28, 2026 | San Diego, CA | In Person Only | 0.8 Category A CEUs
Overview
The 2026 NSCA Training Prescriptions for Overhead Athletes Summit helps coaches and performance pros rise to the dynamic demands of athletes who throw, strike, and serve. Sessions blend movement evaluation, strength and velocity methods, and on-floor application to help you refine training decisions across overhead patterns.
Connect with overhead performance specialists, engage hands-on with technique, and take home strategies ready to apply with your athletes while earning 0.8 CEUs.
Event Highlights
Summit Social – Details Coming Soon
Friday, March 27 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Join fellow attendees in a relaxed setting to network and talk shop before the Summit begins.
Supported by the Baseball SIG
This Summit is supported by the NSCA Baseball Special Interest Group (SIG), whose mission is to connect members interested or working in baseball and share best practices to improve performance.
Schedule
| Event Itinerary - Friday, March 27 |
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Summit Social – More Details to Come |
| Event Itinerary - Saturday, March 28 |
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Social & Coffee Light Breakfast Provided |
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8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Keynote: Overhead Athlete Biomechanical Evaluation by Arnel Aguinaldo |
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9:10 AM - 11:45 AM Group Sessions — Morning Rotation |
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9:10 AM - 10:00 AM Developing Overhead and Rotational Athletes by Ashley Kowalewski, MS, CSCS, RSCC Lecture |
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9:10 AM - 10:00 AM Alligators, Starfish, & Bears – Oh My! Shoulder Health for the Volleyball Athlete by Missy McBeth, MS, CSCS Hands-On |
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10:10 AM - 11:00 AM Practical Programming for Overhead Power Athletes by Eric McMahon, MEd, CSCS, TSAC-F, RSCC*E Lecture |
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10:10 AM - 11:00 AM Optimizing Pitching Performance: Bridging the Gap Between Strength Training and Biomechanics by Belinda Aldern and Evan Kroll, CSCS Hands-On |
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11:10 AM - 12:00 PM Title TBD: Baseball by Joe Neal, CSCS,*D |
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11:10 AM - 12:00 PM Optimizing Overhead Performance in the Snatch: A Progressive Framework for Glenohumeral Joint Control by Antonio Squillante, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RSCC*D, and Jacob Goodin, PhD, CPSS, CSCS Hands-On |
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Lunch |
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1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Group Sessions — Afternoon Rotation |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Developing Overhead and Rotational Athletes by Ashley Kowalewski, MS, CSCS, RSCC Lecture |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Alligators, Starfish, & Bears – Oh My! Shoulder Health for the Volleyball Athlete by Missy McBeth, MS, CSCS Hands-On |
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Practical Programming for Overhead Power Athletes by Eric McMahon, MEd, CSCS, TSAC-F, RSCC*E Lecture |
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Optimizing Pitching Performance: Bridging the Gap Between Strength Training and Biomechanics by Belinda Aldern and Evan Kroll, CSCS Hands-On |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Title TBD: Baseball by Joe Neal, CSCS,*D |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Optimizing Overhead Performance in the Snatch: A Progressive Framework for Glenohumeral Joint Control by Antonio Squillante, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RSCC*D, and Jacob Goodin, PhD, CPSS, CSCS Hands-On |
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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Keynote: The Overhead Athlete – Myths, Misconceptions and the Facts by Bob Alejo, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E |
Venue & Hotel
Held at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego
Learn on PLNU’s modern Balboa Campus. Sessions take place hands-on at the state-of-the-art Center for Human Performance, in classrooms, or on the Biomechanics Lab turf.
Stay at the Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Reserve your room nearby under our discounted $159 + taxes group rate.
8651 Spectrum Center Blvd
San Diego, CA 92123
Pricing
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Early Bird Through March 11 |
Standard March 12 – On-Site |
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Non-Member
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$135 |
$185 |
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Professional Member
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$115 |
$165 |
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Student Member
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$50 |
$60 |
Earn 0.8 CEUs Category A toward the 2024 – 2026 NSCA recertification cycle.
Choose the Best Summit for You
All four Performance Summits run simultaneously across the country, each built around a specialized performance theme. Before registering, make sure this Summit best aligns with your goals and interests or revisit the topic lineup.
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FAQ
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Do I need to attend all four Summits to earn 0.8 CEUs?
No. The 2026 NSCA Training Prescriptions for Overhead Athletes Summit offers 0.8 CEUs (Category A) on its own. Because all Summits take place at the same time nationwide, you only need to attend the one you choose.
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Is this Summit offered virtually?
No. The 2026 NSCA Training Prescriptions for Overhead Athletes Summit is an in-person event only.
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Where is this Summit held?
The 2026 NSCA Training Prescriptions for Overhead Athletes Summit is held at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) in San Diego, CA. There is no virtual component.
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Cancellation Policy
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Other 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?
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