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’ve 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 and 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! On top of all the learning, we get to try out fun camp activities like canoeing, high ropes courses and archery!
When is Refresh?
Friday May 27 to Sunday May 29, 2022.
Arrival will be on Friday between 5:00-6:30pm and departure is Sunday afternoon between 2:00-3:00pm.
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).
Check out our Information Package for accommodation options (on site & off-site).
What’s included?
Unlike many conferences, Refresh includes all meals & accommodations!
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 workshops & sessions, camp & community building activities & games!
- Official Refresh swag item!
- Access to a beautiful space with incredible people!
Overall – we think it’s a steal! 😉
Speakers & Sessions
Ali Stoffels 
Sarah Fennell-Cooper 
Alicia Hutson 
Ashley LeBeau 
Jen Nedgial 
Tyler Yap Young 
Beth Oribine 
Teagan Fitch
What should I bring?
Please check out our packing list.
If you choose full accommodations at Camp Couchiching, don’t forget your bedding!
COVID-19 Considerations
At this point in time, the province of Ontario is planning to ease restrictions related to covid-19 as we head into the Spring. The exact details for camps/conferences are still unclear, but we hope to have an update by mid-March.
As of February 15, Camp Couchiching is requiring proof of vaccination for an event like ours (overnight visitors, indoor meeting spaces, etc). Masks are required indoors, except when eating or in your own cabin with your cabin mates (if weather permits, we plan to use outdoor spaces to help ease masking). Self-screening prior to Refresh will help ensure everyone is healthy on arrival — please stay home if you are not feeling well. We have a flexible refund policy for this reason, and you can find it in our information package.
Attendees are responsible for their own travel to/from the event and this includes any Covid-19 related requirements for airlines and border crossings.
We will update this page again on March 15 (then April 15 and May 15) with any new/changed information as restrictions are beginning to lift in Ontario.
Registration is now open!
For groups of 3+ use coupon code “RefreshGROUP” for 10% off!
Registration closes on May 20th or when all available space fills!
Please see our Information Package for full details & refund policies.
Have Questions?
Check out our information package.
Still have questions? Reach out to us at recgympros@gmail.com.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Interested in helping us make this event even more awesome?
Please email recgympros@gmail.com for sponsorship opportunities.
