2026 NSCA Return-to-Play
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September 26, 2026 | Washington, D.C. | In Person Only | 0.8 Category A CEUs
Overview
Schedule
| Event Itinerary - Friday, September 25 |
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Summit Social – More Details to Come |
| Event Itinerary - Saturday, September 26 |
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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: The Evolution of the High-Performance Team In Sport: Insights from a PT and Strength Coach by Lance Walker, MS, PT, CSCS Lecture |
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9:00 AM - 11:50 AM Group Sessions — Morning Rotation |
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9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Using Pelvic Health to Power Performance by Rachel Selman, DPT, CSCS Lecture |
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9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Title to be determined by Rocky Snyder, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Hands-On |
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10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Rehab to Performance Continuum: Integrating ACL Rehabilitation into High-Level Sport Preparation by Jon Kilian, MS, DPT Lecture |
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10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Utilizing Kettlebells in a Return to Play Program by Jose Vazquez, PT, CSCS Hands-On |
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM The Middle Ground: Full Return to Play for Overhead Athletes by Austin Bennett, DPT, CSCS Lecture |
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM Weightlifting Progressions for Return to Play by Tony Chao, PT, DPT, PhD, CSCS, USAW Hands-On |
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch & possible tour of facility Lunch included with registration. Possible tour of facility. |
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1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Group Sessions — Afternoon Rotation |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Using Pelvic Health to Power Performance by Rachel Selman, DPT, CSCS Lecture |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Addressing Asymmetry in the Return to Play Model by Rocky Snyder, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Hands-On |
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Rehab to Performance Continuum: Integrating ACL Rehabilitation into High-Level Sport Preparation by Jon Kilian, DPT, MS Lecture |
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Utilizing Kettlebells in a Return to Play Program by Jose Vazquez, PT, CSCS Hands-On |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM The Middle Ground: Full Return to Play for Overhead Athletes by Austin Bennett, DPT, CSCS Lecture |
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Weightlifting Progressions for Return to Play by Tony Chao, PT, DPT, PhD, CSCS, USAW Hands-On |
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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Keynote: Call to Action: How to Collaborate with Professionals in Your Practice by Dan Giordano, PT, DPT, CSCS Lecture |
Venue & Hotel
Pricing
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Early Bird Through September 9 |
Standard September 10 – On-Site |
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Registration
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$115 |
$165 |
Earn 0.8 CEUs Category A toward the 2024 – 2026 NSCA recertification cycle.
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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 Performance 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 Performance Summit is an in-person event only.
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Where is this Summit held?
See "Venue & Hotel". There is no virtual component.
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Cancellation Policy
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Individual Cancellation: All refund requests must be submitted in writing (email) and should state the reason for cancellation. No refunds will be accepted over the phone.
Email: conferences@nsca.com50% refund if postmarked on or before the early registration date.
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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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