Friday sessions

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Donna Krech

It's true! You can look 10 years younger in 10 minutes, feel 10 years younger in less than 10 days, and live like you're 10 years younger before you walk out of this session! Our time will reveal proven techniques for reducing or eliminating wrinkles, increasing energy, and building confidence into your life. What would you do if you were 10 years younger? Well...it happens as a result of this session. You'll look better, feel fantastic, and live a healthier life.

Mike Chaet

A not-to-be missed session for club operators. You will have the chance to sign-up for your own personal "check-up" with the Club Doc! Receive a checklist to work on key areas to create immediate improvements to your club. Review your club operation and search for ways to increase profitability. You will learn the six "Secret Profit Builders" and how to increase sales without increasing costs. Learn how to improve your marketing response while reducing your costs, how to scan your expenses for money being wasted, and the sacred rules to dramatically improve your bottom line.

Colin Milner

Today's older adults are transforming the fitness industry from the way we market to the facilities we design. This thought-provoking session, by one of the nation's foremost visionaries and original thinkers, takes a comprehensive look at the lifestyle and well-being of today's older adults. Learn about the latest research and trends in aging and their impact on your industry. Sponsored by ICAA.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Russ Pyper and Barbara Elliott

This is a refresher course for participants who have a current CPR certificate or whose last CPR certification expired less than three months prior to this course. Learn risk factors for health disease; factors you can/cannot prevent; identifying key signs and symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest; the signs and symptoms of an adult choking; benefits and proper positioning of the recovery position; and performing adult CPR. Cards will be handed out at the end of the session upon successful demonstration of the skills taught. Proof of your previous CPR certification required. This session is offered Friday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Stand-by admission does not apply to this session.

10:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Kathy Smith

With a largely out-of-condition population, North America needs new strategies to combat ever-expanding waist lines, increased risk of disease and skyrocketing absenteeism in the workplace. Join Kathy as she shares her vision to motivate the de-conditioned and shape a new age of fitness and good health.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Sara Kooperman

Find your dreams, rediscover your talents, manage your time, create priorities, balance your desires, and define your life on your own terms. Strategies for success are addressed in a humorous yet thought-provoking environment. Leave with achievable goals, solutions for time management, and definite steps to a happier, more successful life.

Julie Milner

Learn how to help your older adult or deconditioned client build a functionally strong body by training muscles with purpose. Training muscles for their specific functions in daily activities means that strength gained will be usable, and will help protect the body from accidental falls and other issues related to aging and inactivity. Sponsored by ICAA

Phillip Mills

Discover the eight areas of health club operations, gain a broad understanding of the key human resources, physical resources, business systems, staff training needs, and performance measurements within each area. Learn to apply this knowledge to increase sales and member retention, create more valuable member experiences and relationships, and make a major contribution to saving our planet while doubling your potential membership

Paul Brown

It costs more money than ever to acquire new members. Learn lessons that are guaranteed to increase profits and reduce costs. The latest research into member attrition shows three distinct periods of high-risk of all members in your club. Understand the triggers of each cancellation time-bomb and learn the warning signs that help you take action to keep your members before it's too late. This is part 1 of a two-part session. Part 2 is offered on Saturday at 11:00 am

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Barb King and Ona McDonald

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Jody Anderson

Pervasive access to the internet and widespread use of PDAs, cell phones, and VPNs, make connectivity to "the job" possible and expected by our employers, clients, and colleagues. Competition in the workforce is fierce and our desire to excel has helped our economy boom. But what are the costs? Thin, firm, tone, tanned, and buff bodies sell magazines, movie tickets, and couture clothing but is it really possible for fully employed average people to have it all? Find out how the average individual can attain balance in their lives by employing safe health and wellness principles, practices, and programs. Sponsored by PROPEL.

PANEL FEATURING

Ave Lethbridge, Murray MacKenzie, and Ken McGill Hear from experts in the fields of human resources, law and insurance as they discuss issues relating to your membership and your associates - two of the most critical areas of risk within your business. Learn how to keep the money you earn by understanding how to effectively deal with these unique and often misunderstood areas of concern. Is your 90 minutes worth $25,000 because that is what this session could save you this year. Facilitated by Alana Free.

Donna Krech

Ever notice how it seems some people work harder and harder and never really get ahead, while with others it seems as though success just comes to them at every turn, nearly effortlessly? There is a specific and simple scientific secret that causes this to occur. You will not only learn it, you'll be able to implement it in your life and business and see results immediately. Discover the seven keys to never-ending motivation and be equipped to motivate yourself and your team, and to lead your team to motivate others! You'll laugh and be inspired as you share time with this former penniless, single mom turned millionaire!

Paul Brown

Canadian health and fitness clubs have a lot to be proud of but, the market is becoming increasingly competitive from local and international operators. The key to prosperity for us all is to grow our market and increase demand for our services. Paul Brown shares his global insights on what works best, what traps to avoid and the single biggest hurdle we will all face in the battle for our 12 minute radius.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Barb King and Erika Vanderheijden

6:15 PM - 7:30 PM

Haley Perlus

Take your skills to the next level! You'll learn research-based, field-tested approaches that will optimize your inner drive for training clients. Discover ways to maintain emotional and mental control when clients become complacent. Finally, you'll be exposed to simple communication skills to enhance your leadership and teamwork. Now you can avoid and overcome any potential slumps, and have a tremendously profitable and successful career!

Douglas Brooks

By its nature, personal training is labour-intensive at the one-on-one level. Learn how you can expand your income earning capability beyond hour-to-hour by partnering with retail businesses, as well as offering a full range of product sales and other non-training related services that create alternative revenue streams. But, do it right. This could be your competitive edge--or your downfall. Learn how you can move your business toward a full-service operation! Sponsored by HUMAN KINETICS.

Maureen Hagan

In the club business world, the same principle applies to the exercise experience. Training accessories and equipment maximize members' workouts as well as their enjoyment of exercise which bolsters the bottom line. Attend the panel discussion and presentation of the latest accessories and equipment trends with the industry top "fitness fashion consultants". Facilitated by Maureen Hagan. Sponsored by LIFE FITNESS.

David Hardy

This important session will explore legislative issues affecting our industry including the new Do Not Call List legislation expected to be in effect in Canada in September 2008. Fitness Industry Council of Canada and key representatives from the commercial sector will contribute to unveiling those issues impacting today's Canadian Fitness Industry. This session is reserved exclusively for commercial club owners, operators and suppliers only. This is part one of a two-part session. Part two is offered Saturday at 12:30 PM. Sponsored by FITNESS BUSINESS CANADA.

Mike Chaet

Most club owners and managers spend too much time on working in their clubs rather than working on their clubs. In other words figuring out what to do, and handling minute-to-minute situations and putting out fires rather than doing high level strategic management work. Learn to manage your time through this session on systems, accountability, and execution. Take away the "Five Magic" and important high leverage activities you can do to free up more time, how to implement the systems that will help you run your club from anywhere on the globe, and how to build a highly accountable and motivated workforce.

6:15 PM - 7:30 PM

Haley Perlus

Douglas Brooks

Maureen Hagan

David Hardy

Mike Chaet