A weekend of fun,
learning, sharing & coming together.
Exclusively for the recreational gymnastics community!
Why Refesh?
As a rec gymnastics coach (and later director), this is the conference I always wanted!
The goal of Refresh is exactly that — leaving this conference feeling refreshed!
When it’s over, you will be more connected to our community, rejuvenated with new ideas & inspiration to bring back to you gym, and you’ll have an extra twinkle in your eye about the important work we do with (and for!) recreational gymnasts and programs.
Plus it’s fun… like, really fun!
Who is Refresh for?
This retreat is exclusively for front-line recreational & preschool gymnastics coaches and the leaders who run these programs (managers, directors, owners, etc).
What happens at Refresh?
Refresh is not your usual conference.
We combine traditional structured learning experiences, like expert speaker sessions & workshops, along with more informal participant-led learning opportunities like open space brainstorming, community building activities (like camp fires and scavenger hunts) & down time discussions with others.
Plus – it’s an all-inclusive event held at a summer camp! Everything happens on site – so the magic all happens in one place! Learning, eating, sleeping and all the fun camp activities like canoeing, high ropes courses and archery!
You can see an overview of the schedule in our Information Package.
When is Refresh?
Friday June 9 (arrive between 5-6:30pm) to Sunday June 11 (depart between 2-3pm).
We’re also hosting optional ADD-ON of our in-person “LIT Train-the-Trainer Course” on Friday before Refresh begins (9:30am to 4:00pm, same location). More information is HERE, and registration is HERE (it’s a separate form than Refresh).
Where is Refresh happening?
Refresh will be held at Camp Couchiching, oozing with campy charm, nestled on a lake about 15 minutes from Orillia, Ontario, Canada (and about 1.5 hours by car from the Toronto Pearson International Airport or 3.5 hours from the Buffalo Airport in NY if the border crossing goes smooth).
Find out more about our venue & food service in our Information Package.
Who are the Speakers at Refresh?
We are thrilled to have an amazing line up of passionate professionals in the world of rec gymnastics speaking at Refresh this year!
How much does Refresh cost?
It’s $375 CAD per attendee (~$280 USD). This includes cabin accommodations on site, all meals & conference activities.
Or,
Arrange your own accommodations and it’s $310 CAD per attendee (~230 USD).
This still includes all your meals & conference activities, but this option is for folks who’d prefer to arrange their own off-site accommodation (and their own transport to/from the venue each day). There are several hotels within a 15 min drive.
Groups of 3+ registering together get 10% off. Use the code “GROUPSROCK”.
We think this is an absolute steal for the value!
Especially when you consider some big conferences in the US are $350USD for the ticket alone – never mind the expensive hotel & food costs… and even then, these conferences rarely (if ever!) prioritize rec & preschool coach learning!
Optional Pre-Retreat ADD-ON:
LIT Train-the-Trainer Course (click for more info)
Friday, June 9th from 9:30am to 4:00pm at Camp Couchiching prior to Refresh;
Special Retreat pricing is $647 CAD and includes everything you need to start a Teen Leader-In-Training Program at your gym (full curriculum, trainer guide, templates, materials + more). Lunch will be provided. REGISTER SEPARATELY HERE.
Sending multiple attendees to our LIT Train-the-Trainer Course Add-On?
Pay full price for one person, and get 50% for any additional registrants from the same gym when you register here.
For refund policies, please read our Information Package.
What’s included?
Unlike many conferences, Refresh includes all meals, accommodations & conference activities!
This makes us a one-stop-shop and especially easy (and budget-friendly) when it comes to organizing all the logistics of a staff education trip like this! If you can get here, we’ve got the rest covered.
Included in your registration:
- All accommodation for Friday & Saturday night (unless you choose to opt out)
- All meals & snacks (starting with a “hearty snack” on Friday night until Sunday’s lunch); unlimited coffee/tea/hot chocolate!
- All conference activities: workshops & sessions, networking & community building, camp activities & games!
- Official Refresh swag!
- Access to a beautiful space with incredible people!
Like we said, it’s an absolute steal for the value! 😉
NOTE: We love the rustic shared cabin experience for how it helps build community & friendships, but if that’s not your jam there are several hotels nearby. We offer a reduced price if you select off-site accommodations, but please note that we won’t be able to assist you with getting to/from the hotel. Meals are still included!
NEW for 2023 – if there is enough interest, we will organize a shuttle from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) for an additional fee. It would pick folks up from the airport and head to Refresh on Friday afternoon around 4:00pm, and then make the return trip back to the airport on Sunday after lunch (arriving at YYZ around 4:00pm). Please indicate on your registration form if this would be of interest to you.
What should I bring?
Please check out our packing list.
If you choose full accommodations at Camp Couchiching, don’t forget your bedding (ie. sleeping bag & pillow)!
Registration is OPEN!
Registration will remain open until all available spots fill (or May 31st, whichever happens first). Check back here for a sign up link when it’s go-time!
Please see our Information Package for full details & refund policies.
Have Questions?
Check out more info in our REFRESH 2023 Information Package
You’re also welcome to email your questions to ali@recgympros.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Get back to doing what you love!
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Interested in helping us make this event even more awesome?
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