Presenter
Chere Hoffman
Friday, August 7
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Fri
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Room 222
Power Lunch Session: Periodization—Make the Science of Training Easy!
Understanding the Framework Behind Successful Annual Planning
Periodization doesn’t have to be complicated. This session introduces a practical coaching framework that simplifies the science of long-term athlete development into an organized, easy-to-understand system. Learn the five foundational principles that connect an annual training plan with the key resources coaches use throughout the season—from physical preparation and flexibility to skill development, verification, and routine planning. Perfect for coaches looking to understand the “big picture” before diving into the details. Meal not provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Sunday, August 9
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Sun
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Room 221
Designing a Yearly Gymnastics Plan
A Step-by-Step Workshop for Building Your Season
Knowing what periodization is and actually creating a successful annual plan are two very different things. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn a proven 10-step process for designing a complete year of training—from establishing your competition calendar and training phases to planning workload, testing, verification, and weekly progressions. You’ll leave with practical tools, examples, and implementation strategies you can immediately apply to your own athletes and program.