SKI & SNOWBOARD AUSTRALIA 2019 NATIONAL

PARTICIPATION CONFERENCESUPPORTING PARTICIPATION IN SNOWSPORTS

AND DEVELOPING CHAMPIONS

INDUSTRY Unique Insights from Sport and the Snowsports Industry

PARTICIPATION Connecting with our Community to Inspire, Engage and Encourage Greater Participation

SCHOOLS Developing sustainable, safe and successful School Snowsports programs

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Learning about the opportunities available for Disabled Wintersports Participants

A SYSTEMS APPROACH Exploring what this means for Snowsports and our community, with an emphasis on developing an evidence-based approach to collectively achieve great outcomes

THURSDAY 7TH & FRIDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 2019 QT CANBERRA, 1 LONDON CIRCUIT, CANBERRA

A NATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR SNOWSPORTS PROGRAM LEADERS IN EDUCATION, INDUSTRY, SPORT & RECREATION

SKI & SNOWBOARD AUSTRALIA 2019 NATIONAL PARTICIPATION CONFERENCE

SUPPORTING PARTICIPATION IN SNOWSPORTS AND DEVELOPING CHAMPIONS

WELCOME

On behalf of Ski and Snowboard Australia (SSA) and the SSA National Participation Committee, it is our pleasure to invite Interschools Snowsports Coordinators, Industry Representatives and our Community to attend the 2019 National Participation Conference, in Canberra on Thursday 7th & Friday 8th November.

As the first Olympic sport in Australia to unify to a single governing body, SSA endeavours to connect with pathway partners; to inform, engage and inspire our sport to move in a single national direction.

‘Building Participation in Snowsports & Creating Champions’ will deliver key learnings, provide tools and insights, and create opportunities for discussion and feedback.

The conference explores the key areas of:

• Industry – Unique Insights from Sport and the Snowsports Industry

• Participation – Connecting with our Community to Inspire, Engage and Encourage Greater Participation

• Schools – Developing sustainable, safe and successful School Snowsports programs

• Diversity and Inclusion – Learning about the opportunities available for Disabled Wintersports Participants

• A Systems Approach – Exploring what this means for Snowsports and our community, with an emphasis on developing an evidence-based approach to collectively achieve great outcomes

The Conference dates are structured to coincide with the inaugural ‘Ski & Snowboard Australia Community Sport Awards’ to be held on the Thursday evening – 7th November at QT Canberra.

SSA looks forward to providing an array of networking opportunities, sharing knowledge, showcasing best practice, and to create an environment that collectively builds participation and future champions.

WHO IS SSA?

Ski & Snowboard Australia (SSA) is the nationally and internationally recognised National Sporting Organisation (NSO) for competitive snow sports in Australia.

In 2018, Snowsports unified to become one entity, bringing together and capitalising on the strengths of the remaining State bodies Snowsports ACT (SACT) and NSW Snowsports (NSWS) to unify under the SSA banner.

The role of SSA is to be innovative and progressive in developing systems and partnerships to foster Athlete Development throughout the Pathway from Participation to Performance. Effective pathway management, education and support of the various stakeholders including Schools, Clubs and Pathway Providers, is essential in order to ensure consistency and security of athlete performances and development into the future.

The SSA National Participation Committee is delegated by the SSA Board to formulate strategies to encourage young Australians to participate in the sports of skiing and snowboarding more often, and to providing leadership in the direction of Interschools Snowsports Championships.

NESA

SSA recognises that the Schools Coordinators dedication to the development of their Interschools Snowsports programs is one of the driving factors behind the participation success of the Interschools Snowsports Championships.

To support and encourage our Schools Coordinators to attend the 2019 National Participation Conference, SSA is currently negotiating with the NSW Department of School Education Sports Unit to finalise NESA Accreditation for teachers that attend the conference.

A National Conference for Snowsports Program Leaders in Education, Industry, Sport & Recreation

Thursday 7th & Friday 8th November 2019 - QT Canberra, 1 London Circuit, Canberra

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REGISTRATION – COFFEE & TEA

2019 OFFICIAL CONFERENCE WELCOME AND LAUNCH

KEYNOTE ONE UNIQUE INSIGHTS FROM SPORT & THE SNOWSPORTS INDUSTRY

The National Participation Conference will commence with Keynote Speakers who will share unique insights on the current trends on participation and athlete development within the Sporting Industry and Schools Systems. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A session.

MORNING NETWORKING AND REFRESHMENT BREAK

SESSION 1 DEVELOPING SNOWSPORTS PARTICIPATION

Participants have the opportunity to attend one workshop during this session. The morning workshops will be repeated in the afternoon workshop on each day. Each Session includes discussion and feedback opportunities.

WORKSHOP 1 THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS WITHIN THE SSA SNOWSPORTS ATHLETE PATHWAY

SSA have recently released the SSA Snowsports Athlete Pathway for each of the disciplines. This session will allow Schools to better understand the pathway, how the sport identifies talent and how Schools can support developing athletes.

WORKSHOP 2 BUILDING AND SUSTAINING A SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL SNOWSPORTS PROGRAM

Join a panel of Key School Coordinators who have developed sustainable and successful School Snowsports programs. Each panel member will share their insight into what works and what doesn’t.

WORKSHOP 3 DEVELOPING SCHOOL DRYLAND PROGRAMS AND INCORPORATING PHYSICAL LITERACY IN SCHOOL SNOWSPORTS PROGRAMS

What are some of the tips that Schools can implement into their dryland pre-season programs? This session will overview how to develop a Dryland Program and how incorporating Physical Literacy contributes to long-term athlete success.

WORKSHOP 4 CROSS COUNTRY 101 - INTRODUCING CROSS COUNTRY SKIING TO YOUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Ever wondered how to introduce or get the best from your Cross Country team? Cross Country experts will cover the preparation techniques and the importance of technical gains.

WORKSHOP 5 COACHING LITTLE SHREDDERS AND LITTLE GLIDERS – A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSION

Introducing Little Shredders and Little Gliders into your daily teaching environments can generate interest and assist with building your Interschools team. This practical session will cover the basic of these programs and how to coach them.

WORKSHOP 6 NATIONAL SNOWSPORTS PARTICIPATION DEVELOPMENT AND INITIATIVES

SSA Staff and Directors will explore the future directions of Snowsports Participation with a focus on technology, development and program structure..

Thursday 7th November

9.30AM

10.00AM

10.15AM

11.30AM

12.00PM – 1.00PM

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LUNCH

KEYNOTE TWO THE ATHLETE SNOWSPORTS PATHWAY – PARTICIPATION TO HIGH PERFORMANCE

Having a systemic approach to athlete development from participation to performance is a key driver in encouraging life-long participation or podium success. A panel will discuss how each stage of the Snowsports Pathway works together to drive and develop our Sport, and how the Schools involvement is a key contributing factor to long-term success. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A session.

SESSION 2 DEVELOPING SNOWSPORTS PARTICIPATION

Participants have the opportunity to attend one workshop during this session. The morning workshops will be repeated in the afternoon workshop on each day. Each Session includes discussion and feedback opportunities.

WORKSHOP 7 THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS WITHIN THE SSA SNOWSPORTS ATHLETE PATHWAY

SSA have recently released the SSA Snowsports Athlete Pathway for each of the disciplines. This session will allow Schools to better understand the pathway, how the sport identifies talent and how Schools can support developing athletes.

WORKSHOP 8 BUILDING AND SUSTAINING A SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL SNOWSPORTS PROGRAM

Join a panel of Key School Coordinators who have developed sustainable and successful School Snowsports programs. Each panel member will share their insight into what works and what doesn’t.

WORKSHOP 9 DEVELOPING SCHOOL DRYLAND PROGRAMS AND INCORPORATING PHYSICAL LITERACY IN SCHOOL SNOWSPORTS PROGRAMS

What are some of the tips that Schools can implement into their dryland pre-season programs? This session will overview how to develop a Dryland Program and how incorporating Physical Literacy contributes to long-term athlete success.

WORKSHOP 10 CROSS COUNTRY 101 - INTRODUCING CROSS COUNTRY SKIING TO YOUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Ever wondered how to introduce or get the best from your Cross Country team? Cross Country experts will cover the preparation techniques and the importance of technical gains.

WORKSHOP 11 COACHING LITTLE SHREDDERS AND LITTLE GLIDERS – A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSION

Introducing Little Shredders and Little Gliders into your daily teaching environments can generate interest and assist with building your Interschools team. This practical session will cover the basic of these programs and how to coach them.

WORKSHOP 12 NATIONAL SNOWSPORTS PARTICIPATION DEVELOPMENT AND INITIATIVES

SSA Staff and Directors will explore the future directions of Snowsports Participation with a focus on technology, development and program structure.

AFTERNOON NETWORKING AND REFRESHMENT BREAK

Ski & Snowboard Australia Community Sports Awards

1.00PM

2.00PM

3.00PM – 4.00PM

4.00PM

6.00PM

Thursday 7th November

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SKI & SNOWBOARD AUSTRALIA – COMMUNITY SPORTS AWARDS

Established to compliment the Ski & Snowboard Australia Performance Awards held in Melbourne during May, the Australian Ski & Snowboard Community Sport Awards will acknowledge and recognise athletes, coaches, volunteers, clubs, schools, resorts, administrators and programs at the development and pathway level of snow sports.

The SSA Community Sports Awards aims to develop into a significant National Snowsports Awards and celebration evening, to be held annually in the Northern States/Territories.

The timing of the Community Sport Awards links with the end of the domestic winter season in Australia, before many athletes and presenters depart for training and competitions in the Northern winter season. To be held during the 2019 National Participation Conference and located at the same venue in Canberra, conference attendees will be joined by nominees, their families and other Snowsports enthusiasts for a night of recognition and celebration.

EVENT DETAILS

Venue: QT Canberra Ballroom, 1 London Circuit, Canberra.

Date: Thursday 7 November 2019

Time: 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start.

Dress: Cocktail/Dinner

Ticket sales open: Friday 20 September

Ticket sales close: Wednesday 30 October

Guests will enjoy a three course dinner and drinks during the Awards evening.

Further information and how to purchase tickets will be released when ticket sales open and can be viewed on the SSA website.

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PLANNING AND INSPIRING PARTICIPATION

FIT TO SKI SESSION WITH MANUELA BERCHTOLD (SNOW FITNESS OWNER, FREESTYLE MOGULS 2002 AND 2006 WINTER OLYMPIAN) Meet in the QT Canberra Foyer for an early morning workout

WELCOME BACK

KEYNOTE THREE SNOWSPORTS RISK MANAGEMENT – THE SPORT / RESORT / SCHOOL LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Ensuring your School’s Snowsports program has the correct risk management is critical. A panel of Keynote speakers from the Sport, Resort, Schools and Education Sports Unit will outline and discuss key elements of Risk Management within Snowsports. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A session.

MORNING NETWORKING AND REFRESHMENT BREAK

SESSION 3 DEVELOPING SUSTAINABILITY, SAFETY AND SUCCESS

Participants have the opportunity to attend one workshop during this session. The morning workshops will be repeated in the afternoon workshop on each day. Each Session includes discussion and feedback opportunities.

WORKSHOP 13 CHILD SAFE SPORT – BEST PRACTICE AND PRINCIPLES

SSA is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people. Child sport experts will discuss how sport is working to become safer with an overviewing of best practice and principles.

WORKSHOP 14 RISK MANAGEMENT IN SNOWSPORTS – DEVELOPING SCHOOL RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS

Come along to discuss how to develop a School Risk Management Plan with a panel of Sport, Resort, Schools and Education Sports Unit. Examples will be shared.

WORKSHOP 15 SNOW SAFETY, INCLUDING CONCUSSION GUIDELINES

Snow Safe covers a variety of elements, from planning and preparation, to the right equipment including helmets. Find out how schools can be better prepared for the snow and how to prevent injury while participating in a sport we all love.

WORKSHOP 16 UNDERSTANDING THE PARA PATHWAY

Embrace key learning and teachings from expert personnel about the Para Pathway, Para Classifications and how to support Para-Snowsports within your school.

WORKSHOP 17 DEVELOPING SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY SKI PROGRAMS

How does your school develop a successful School Cross Country Ski Program? Checklists for teachers on and off snow – learn about the pathway from the Interschools Cross Country Competition to the Olympic Winter Games.

WORKSHOP 18 APPROACHING PARTICIPATION ISSUES – CONVERTING RECREATIONAL SKI & SNOWBOARDERS TO ACTIVE SNOWSPORTS COMPETITORS

Have your say! As our sport moves into a unified direction, consultation and feedback is essential in ensuring everyone is on the same page. Come along to discuss new rules, opportunities and suggestions for the Interschools Snowsports Championship moving forward!

Friday 8th November

7.30AM

9.00AM

9.15AM

11.00AM – 11.50AM

10.30AM

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SESSION 4 DEVELOPING SUSTAINABILITY, SAFETY AND SUCCESS

Participants have the opportunity to attend one workshop during this session. The morning workshops will be repeated in the afternoon workshop on each day. Each Session includes discussion and feedback opportunities.

WORKSHOP 19 CHILD SAFE SPORT – BEST PRACTICE AND PRINCIPLES

SSA is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people. Child sport experts will discuss how sport is working to become safer with an overviewing of best practice and principles.

WORKSHOP 20 RISK MANAGEMENT IN SNOWSPORTS – DEVELOPING SCHOOL RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS

Come along to discuss how to develop a School Risk Management Plan with a panel of Sport, Resort, Schools and Education Sports Unit. Examples will be shared.

WORKSHOP 21 SNOW SAFETY, INCLUDING CONCUSSION GUIDELINES

Snow Safe covers a variety of elements, from planning and preparation, to the right equipment including helmets. Find out how schools can be better prepared for the snow and how to prevent injury while participating in a sport we all love.

WORKSHOP 22 UNDERSTANDING THE PARA PATHWAY

Embrace key learning and teachings from expert personnel about the Para Pathway, Para Classifications and how to support Para-Snowsports within your school.

WORKSHOP 23 DEVELOPING SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY SKI PROGRAMS

How does your school develop a successful School Cross Country Ski Program? Checklists for teachers on and off snow – learn about the pathway from the Interschools Cross Country Competition to the Olympic Winter Games.

WORKSHOP 24 APPROACHING PARTICIPATION ISSUES – CONVERTING RECREATIONAL SKI & SNOWBOARDERS TO ACTIVE SNOWSPORTS COMPETITORS

Have your say! As our sport moves into a unified direction, consultation and feedback is essential in ensuring everyone is on the same page. Come along to discuss new rules, opportunities and suggestions for the Interschools Snowsports Championship moving forward!

LUNCH

KEYNOTE FOUR ATHLETE INSPIRATIONAL AND ASPIRATIONAL STORIES FROM SCHOOL TO THE OLYMPICS

OPEN FOR SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY TO ATTEND Be inspired! Listen to the journeys of our best athletes from participation to performance. Take the opportunities to ask first-hand how they ascended to the top of their discipline.

CONFERENCE REFLECTIONS, INPUT, FEEDBACK It has been a big 2-days! We need your input and feedback to what worked, what would have been better and how we can support you more.

CONFERENCE CLOSE

11.50AM – 12.45PM

12.45PM

1.30PM

2.30PM

2.45PM

Friday 8th November

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REGISTRATION DETAILS Conference 2-Day Package (includes the Thursday evening SSA Community Awards), is $395.00.

Registration closes Wednesday 16th October 2019.

TO REGISTER FOR THE NATIONAL PARTICIPATION CONFERENCE, PLEASE GO TO:

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