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SUMMARY:2025 NHSSCA Colorado State Clinic
DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n	2025 NHSSCA Colorado State Clinic\n			April 26\, 2025\n	  @\n8:00 am\n	  –\n4:00 pm \nState Clinic PRESENTERS\n\nSam Melendrez\nBS\, MA\, CSCS*D\, RSCCDirector of Strength & ConditioningDiscovery Canyon Campus High School \n\nIan Smith\nCSCS\, TSAC-F\, USAW\, MAHead Strength and Conditioning CoachMountain Strength Speed & Fitness\, Owner \n\nKarl Barth\nNASM-PESHead of Speed\, Strength\, & PerformanceSummit High School \n\nWes Kirk\nCSCS\, CES\, PES\, M.EdDirector of Sports PerformanceColorado Academy \nState Clinic SCHEDULE\n			April 26\, 2025\n	  @\n8:00 am\n	  –\n4:00 pm \n7:00-8:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION \n8:10-8:20 am – WELCOMEOverview of Day’s Activities & Presentations from Coach Everett Ridderbos\, Director of Strength and Conditioning\, Holy Family High School \n8:25-9:40 am – LECTURESmart Programming for Safer\, Stronger Athletes: Maximizing Effectiveness in the High School Setting with Coach Sam Melendrez \nOVERVIEW: High school strength coaches face a unique challenge—training large groups of athletes with varying skill levels in limited space and equipment while keeping safety and effectiveness at the forefront. How do you design a scalable\, results-driven program that works for everyone? \nIn this must-attend session\, Coach Sam Melendrez shares 17 years of proven strategies from Discovery Canyon\, where he has successfully built safe\, efficient\, and high-performing strength programs for entire athletic departments. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to structure training for large\, diverse groups without sacrificing individual progress\nCreative programming solutions to maximize limited space and equipment\nProven safety protocols that minimize injury risk while maximizing strength gains\nScalable coaching strategies that work for athletes of all skill levels\nHow to build a system that keeps athletes engaged\, progressing\, and performing at their best\nWhether you’re coaching a full athletic department or just looking to enhance your programming\, this session will equip you with practical\, real-world strategies to run an effective\, high-impact strength program—no matter your limitations!\n\n10:05-11:20 am – LECTUREGive Yourself a $17\,000 Raise: Building a Side Gig Without Losing Your Sanity with Ian Smith \nOVERVIEW: Struggling to make ends meet as a coach? You’re not alone. The reality is\, the average collegiate strength coach earns just $45K per year\, while teachers in Colorado make around $60K. With the rising cost of living\, many talented coaches are forced to leave the profession due to financial strain. But what if you could stay in the game you love while increasing your income? \nIn this eye-opening session\, Ian Smith will break down a proven framework for building a side gig that fits your lifestyle\, aligns with your passion\, and actually makes financial sense—without burning you out. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to turn your skills into a profitable side gig without sacrificing your coaching career\nThe most effective ways to earn an extra $17\,000+ per year without adding stress\nReal-world success stories of coaches who have created sustainable income streams\nHow to avoid common pitfalls that make side hustles overwhelming or unsustainable\nA simple framework to get started immediately and make your expertise work for you\n\nIf you’re tired of feeling financially stuck and want to take control of your future while staying in the profession you love\, this session is for you. \n11:25 am-12:10 pm – LUNCH PROVIDED \nMore Than a Meal\, It’s a Networking Opportunity: Lunch at the NHSSCA Clinic is not just about grabbing a plate and catching up with your usual circle. It’s a chance to collaborate\, share\, and expand your professional network. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just stepping into the field of high school strength and conditioning\, this is your moment to connect with coaches who inspire\, mentor\, and challenge you to grow. \nIf you leave this clinic without making at least one new connection\, you’ve missed an incredible opportunity to grow professionally and personally. The NHSSCA is more than an organization—it’s a #FAMILY\, built on shared knowledge\, support\, and a commitment to making each other better. \nSo\, don’t just eat—engage\, listen\, and learn. The people sitting around you might change how you approach coaching forever. Let’s make this lunch one to remember! #NHSSCA #FAMILY #CoachingConnections #GrowYourNetwork \n12:15-1:30 pm – LECTUREUnlocking the Power of Olympic Lifts: Options\, Optimization & Sport Transference with Karl Barth \nOVERVIEW: Olympic lifts are a game-changer in strength and conditioning—but are you maximizing their full potential? \nJoin Coach Karl Barth as he breaks down how to get the most bang for your buck with Olympic lifting—not just in the weight room\, but where it truly matters: on the field\, court\, and track. \nThis session will take a deep dive into: \n\nThe real benefits of Olympic lifts and how they directly impact athletic performance\nHow to optimize these movements to meet the unique demands of different sports\nScaffolding strategies that allow safe\, progressive development for athletes of all skill levels\nHow to increase power\, speed\, and efficiency while keeping athletes injury-free\nPractical programming tips to integrate Olympic lifts seamlessly into team training\n\nWhether you love them\, hate them\, or want to refine them\, Olympic lifts have a place in your program—but how you teach and apply them makes all the difference. \n1:45-3:00 pm – LECTUREBuilding a High School High-Performance Model with Coach Wes Kirk \nOVERVIEW: What does it take to build a high-performance program from scratch? \nIn this must-attend session\, Coach Wes Kirk pulls back the curtain on how Colorado Academy developed a Sports Performance program from the ground up\, transforming it into a comprehensive High-Performance Model that maximizes athlete development\, injury prevention\, and long-term success. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to start from zero—the key steps in launching a successful high-performance program\nThe thought process behind program design—making decisions that align with student-athlete needs\nWhat resources and strategies were used to build a strong\, sustainable model\nHow to tailor performance training to fit your school’s unique challenges and opportunities\nWhere the program is headed next—and what it takes to complete a fully integrated model\n\nWhether you’re starting a program\, refining an existing one\, or looking for inspiration\, this session will give you the blueprint for success—real-world insights\, proven strategies\, and actionable takeaways to bring back to your school. \n3:15-3:45 pm – ROUNDTABLE \n3:45-4:00 pm – CLOSING REMARKSFrom Coach Everett Ridderbos \nSpecial ‘Thank You’ to our partners\n																\n															\n		\n\n	Who's coming?\n\n	17 people are attending 2025 NHSSCA Colorado State Clinic \n	\n		\n	\n		\n	\n		\n	\n		\n	\n		 \n\n		\n		\n		\n		\n \n\n	Tickets\nWho's coming?\n		The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. 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LOCATION:Colorado Academy\, 3800 S Pierce St.\, Denver\, CO\, 80235\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Clinic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Everett Ridderbos":MAILTO:everett.ridderbos@holyfamilyhs.com
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SUMMARY:Colorado - State Clinic // Rangeview High School
DESCRIPTION:Special Thank you to our Partners\n														\n															 \nState Clinic PRESENTERS\n\nKylanKottenstette\nHead Strength and Conditioning CoachEagle Valley High School \n\nShaneKing\nHead Strength& Speed CoachThunderRidge High School \n\nKevinPillifant\nAthletic TrainerEpicMindset \n\nCandiceWalls\nDirector of Sports PerformanceMullen High School \nState Clinic SCHEDULE\n8:00-9:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION \n9:05-9:15 am – WELCOMEOverview of Day’s Activities / Presentations by Everett Ridderbos\, Director of Strength and Conditioning\, Holy Family High School \n9:20-10:10 am – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONMental” Strength & Conditioning by Kylan Kottenstette \nOVERVIEW: Strong bodies are valued\, but strong minds are essential. How much time do you spend strengthening the mental side of your students? A conditioned mind will not only help student-athletes strengthen their bodies but also help them struggle with the adverse events of life that no one is exempt from. Come learn how to address the mental wellness of your athletes so that they are prepared for not only the sports they do now but also the longer game of life. \n10:30 am-11:30 pm – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONSpeed Development in a Large Group Setting by Shane King \nOVERVIEW: The ability to have proper speed and agility training for athletes in a high school strength and conditioning class setting is often affected by the time available and class size. The presented system will help show how it is possible for a high school coach who wants to develop speed and change of direction skills in a strength and conditioning class setting to do so with as many as 80 athletes in a gym at once. \n11:50-12:35 pm – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONActive Recovery and Mobility in Sport Performance by Kevin Pillifant \nOVERVIEW: Kevin Pillifant will demonstrate research-based active recovery methods and mobility techniques/exercises that aid in sports performance. He will also discuss the importance of developing mobility in any population that you might work with. This presentation will give the attendees practical techniques to return to their situation and implement with their athletes. These methods can be implemented with all athletes that you might train. \n12:45-1:15 pm – LUNCH PROVIDED \n1:20-2:20 pm – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONMaximizing Athletic Performance: Transformative Strategies from High School to College by Candice Walls \nOVERVIEW: Coach Walls brings a ton of experience from the college ranks\, where she was most recently the Assistant Director of Athletics for Athletic Performance at the University of Louisiana. She is currently at Mullen High School as the Director of Sports Performance. In less than 4 years\, she has built a solid Sports Performance Program\, including 3 Assistants\, Interns\, and a Sports Performance Recovery Specialist. Her staff will join her and will present how we can take advantage of opportunities in our specific setting. \n2:30-3:30 pm – ROUNDTABLE \n3:30-3:45 pm – CLOSING REMARKSEverett Ridderbos\, Director of Strength and Conditioning\, Holy Family High School \n***SIGN IN TO ACCESS MEMBERSHIP Ticket PRICING***
URL:https://nhssca.us/event/colorado-state-clinic-rangeview-high-school/
LOCATION:Rangeview High School\, 17599 E Iliff Ave\, Aurora\,\, CO\, 80013\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Clinic
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SUMMARY:Colorado - Family Day // Holy Family High School
DESCRIPTION:Special Thank you to our Partners\n																\n															 \n#FAMILY DAY PRESENTERS\n\nRyanne Hill\nRegistered DietitianFood First Fueling \n\nSpencer Bowersmith\nAssistant Athletic Director for Sports PerformanceRegis University \n#FAMILY DAY SCHEDULE\n8:00-8:50 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION \n9:00-9:10 am – WELCOMEOverview of Day’s Activities / Presentations by Everett Ridderbos\, Director of Strength and Conditioning\, Holy Family High School \n9:15-10:15 am – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONSports Nutrition: What every strength and conditioning coach should know by Ryanne Hill \nOVERVIEW: This will be valuable information from an RD with experience working with high school athletes. She specialized in working with clients with eating disorders\, which is far more common in high school than some coaches think. She will have plenty of tips and tactics to implement nutrition strategies no matter your situation at your location. \n10:30-11:30 am – DUAL: LECTURE+HANDS-ONMoving the Needle: The Framework for a High-Performance Model by Spencer Bowersmith. \nOVERVIEW: Building a performance program from the ground up can be daunting and difficult\, especially with the many obstacles in the human performance profession. This presentation will introduce the high-performance model for sport and how it can help provide a framework to continuously move the needle in a positive direction. \n11:50-12:45 pm – ROUNDTABLE \n12:45 pm -1:00 pm – CLOSING REMARKSEverett Ridderbos\, Director of Strength and Conditioning\, Holy Family High School
URL:https://nhssca.us/event/colorado-family-day-holy-family-high-school/
LOCATION:Holy Family High School\, 5195 W 144th Ave\, Broomfield\,\, CO\, 80023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Day
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