Nebraska State Clinic + FCL Course

Learn, participate and network with colleagues while earning CEUs. Hosted by the state/provincial directors and regional coordinators, this local event brings cutting-edge research and application to your backyard.

October 24, 2026 | Omaha, NE | 0.8 CEUs Category A

Overview

NEBRASKA STATE CLINIC - 0.8 CEUs - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 

Location:
College of St. Mary / Warde Conference Center
7000 Mercy Rd
Omaha, NE 68106

Hosted by:
Ian Bonder, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC
402-216-6381
ianbonder@gmail.com

FOUNDATIONS OF COACHING LIFTS COURSE - UP TO 2.0 CEUs - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 

Location:
College of St. Mary
Lied Fitness Center
7000 S. 72nd St.
Omaha, NE 68124

Hosted by:
Ian Bonder, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC
402-216-6381
ianbonder@gmail.com

Foundations of Coaching Lifts

Build Competence and Confidence as a Strength Coach

NSCA's Foundations of Coaching Lifts is here! Gain proficiency and confidence in coaching essential lifts in this one-day certificate course. Taught by CSCS-certified experienced coaches, you'll learn:
• Coaching fundamentals applied to core lifts (bench press, push press, squat and power clean).
• How to effectively apply variations of these lifts with athletes and clients.
• Where to look for technique errors and how to apply effective coaching cues.
• Ways to leverage your strengths as a coach and improve on weak areas.

Register today as spots are limited. || NSCA members: $150 / Non-members: $200 || Earn up to 2.0 CEUs

Schedule

Event Itinerary - Saturday, October 24 - NE State Clinic
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Check-in & On-site Registration
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Training Speed Specific Eccentric Actions for the Preparation of Athletes
by Mike Waller, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, FNSCA and James Di Naso, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
  • Understand the difference in eccentric actions in training vs. sport
  • Learn speed specific techniques to train eccentric actions to prepare athletes for the rigors of sport
  • Receive tangible training solutions to match eccentric training to the demands of sport
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Evidence, Science, & Practice; Aligning the Art of Coaching With Sport Science Research
by Brian Schilling, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA
  • Learn methods for extracting useful information from complex research articles
  • Identify limitations of published research in the application to human performance training
  • Delineate between measuring, calculating, and estimating performance data
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Redefining Strength in Youth Female Athletes
by Shelby Assmus, MS, CSCS
  • Evaluate normative strength and performance data to better understand developmental trends among youth female athletes
  • Implement evidence-based coaching strategies that redefine strength beyond traditional metrics while supporting performance, confidence, and lifelong participation in sport
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Weight Room Is the Easy Part: What the High School Strength & Conditioning Job ACTUALLY Looks Like
by Nick Crouse, MS, MSEd, CSCS, RSCC*D
  • How does high school S&C differentiate from high school physical education
  • Navigating constraints of the academic calendar (class periods, conferences, professional development)
  • Training students of various backgrounds & ability levels at the same time
  • Communication strategies to ensure the best outcomes for all (students, parents, private coaches)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch (provided at CSM Cafeteria)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Energy Expenditure in Tactical Populations - Fueling for the Mission
by Kelley Hammond, PhD, CSCS
  • Understand the unique energy demands of tactical
  • Explore strategies for optimizing nutrition to enhance performance
  • Evaluate energy expenditure and its impact on operational readiness
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
From Match Demands to Training Design: The Art and Science of the Volleyball Competitive Season
by Ryan Hasenkamp, MS
  • Outline the demands and challenges for high performance in the sport of volleyball
  • Present an in-season strategic periodization structure
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Micro-Dosed Programming: Past Practice, Current Understanding, and Future Direction
by Ian Bonder, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC
  • Identify previous practice and history related to the topic of ‘micro-dosing’ as a programming strategy
  • Provide an update on the currently published literature related to micro-dosed programming and identify how the results can be applied in practice
  • Provide current practical applications of micro-dosed programming and suggest future direction for research, insight and application of this programming strategy
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Coaches Roundtable Discussion
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Raffle / Awards / Closing Remarks / Dismissal
Event Itinerary - Sunday, October 25 - FCL Course
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Registration/Check-in
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Course Overview & Instruction
8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Hands-on: Squat
10:05 AM - 11:00 AM
Hands-on: Push Press
11:05 AM - 12:00 PM
Hands-on: Bench Press
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hands-on: Power Clean
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Q & A and Wrap-up
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Performance Assessment

Registration

  Thru Oct 6 After Oct 6* FCL Oct 25 (add'l)
NSCA Member $95 $135 $150
Student $40 $50 $150 or $200
Non-Member $115 $155 $200

*If sufficient quantities are unavailable, onsite and late registrants may not receive lunch, t-shirt. (if applicable)(clinic only) 

Register online above or use our PDF registration form and email to conferences@nsca.com

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    FOR THE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL CONFERENCE:

    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?
    No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.

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