Did you know?
“Sport tourism is now the fastest growing segment of the tourism industry. In Canada alone, it generates 2.4 billion dollars annually.” – Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance
Why Sponsor?
* Reaffirm your position as a supporter of grassroots hockey and community programs
* Demonstrate a commitment to supporting a more positive sporting experience for young athletes
* Gain exposure and become recognized in the lower mainland and throughout BC, particularly in rural communities through our marketing and promotional campaign
* Attract independent media coverage through your participation as a sponsor
By the numbers
* 155 minor hockey associations in British Colombia
* 60 000+ registered players in British Colombia
* 30 000+ registered volunteers in British Colombia
* 7000 registered minor hockey coaches in British Colombia
* 4000 registered minor hockey coaches in PCAHA
* 103 000 registered minor hockey coaches across Canada
* 500 000+ registered minor hockey players across Canada
New Technologies
* The sports industry has seen an influx of new and innovative technologies that provide coaches better tools to analyze and teach
* Tech companies are now introducing products and software that are both accessible and affordable to amateur coaches
* The demand for access to new technology (particularly video analysis) is rapidly growing
* Coaches will be able to learn more about these latest innovations directly from our exhibitors
Demand for Professional Insight
* Amateur coaches wish to stay up to date on the latest coaching strategies and philosophies
* There is no formal information stream connecting amateur coaches to professionals
* Popularity of books containing stories, experiences and insights from professional coaches such as Simply the Best: Insights and Strategies from Great Hockey Coaches written by former NHL coaches Ryan Walter and Mike Johnston
* Currently there is no other professional coaching conference offered annually in Western Canada
2012 Hockey Coaches Conference
The 2nd Annual Hockey Coaches Conference will be hosted July 20-21, 2012 at the Delta Hotel & Conference Centre in Burnaby, British Colombia. It is designed to develop grass roots hockey by offering amateur coaches and minor hockey executives the opportunity learn from the brightest and most innovative minds in hockey and experts in human performance. The Conference has quickly established itself as the largest in Western Canada.
The conference will feature:
* 8 Keynote presentations
* Breakout sessions
* Skill development workshops
* An on site retail outlet
* Exhibit area introducing the latest coaching tools and software
* Catered luncheons featuring guest speakers
* Charity reception for H.E.R.O.S including silent auction and panel discussion with keynote speakers
Who attends?
* Amateur Coaches from across western Canada and the United States
* Junior and College coaches
* Minor hockey executive and board members
* Parents of minor hockey players
Delegates will receive:
* Conference golf shirt
* Gift bag
* Conference program/manual
Location: Delta Hotel & Conference Centre
* 12, 000 square feet of conference space
* 1375 square feet of pre-function space
* Access to wireless internet
* Home to the Grand Villa Casino
