RSPA World Racquets Conference 2026

Reach for the Stars at the World Racquets Conference 2026

The Racquet Sports Professionals Association is proud to present the RSPA World Racquets Conference 2026, coming to the Dallas Omni Hotel this September 20-23. This is the premier racquet sports event, where teaching professionals like you get the tools to shape the next step of your career. You will leave the conference with the skills, mindset and community support you need to shape a lasting professional legacy in a rapidly evolving racquet sports industry.

Set in Dallas, Texas, a bold city defined by possibility, the RSPA World Racquets Conference 2026 immerses you in practical leadership, coaching and operational learning designed for a fast-evolving industry. You will gain the skills and mindset needed to lead multi-sport facilities, engage new generations of players, innovate programming and build thriving communities.

Shape Your Professional Journey

Racquet sports are evolving at a remarkable pace. To lead in this environment, professionals need adaptability and curiosity. We at the RSPA believe that legacy isn’t something you leave behind; it’s something you build every day. At the conference, we’ll show you how developing a growth mindset reframes legacy as an evolving, purpose-driven journey in a fast-growing racquets sports industry, shaped by continuous learning, experimentation, and the courage to reach beyond what’s familiar.

A Conference that Moves You Forward

Our conference is designed to lift you up, expand your thinking and remind you that your potential is still growing. The experience mirrors a Texas night sky: wide open, full of possibility and guiding you toward your next horizon. Here, effort matters more than perfection. Curiosity matters more than certainty. Progress matters more than comparison. Courage matters more than comfort. And we’ll show you how through expert-led educational sessions, on-court demonstrations and community-building networking events.

In Dallas, you will reconnect with your purpose, deepen your expertise and discover the next step in your professional journey.

 

When we rebranded from the USPTA, we kept the star in our logo to remind us of where we came from—a celebration of all the lives we have changed through racquet sports—and to remind us of the goals we strive to reach for every day. At the RSPA World Racquets Conference 2026, we will help you define and reach for your stars, thus shaping a legacy that inspires players, colleagues and communities for years to come.

*PLEASE NOTE: There is a 5% cancellation fee for any cancellations prior to the event. Any cancellation requests on or after the event has commenced will be non-refundable.

*Schedule and Times are Subject to Change

*For PTM Colleges: If you have 10 or more students attending, the registration rate is $449 per person. To register, please contact the RSPA Membership Department at 407-634-3050, option 2.

For more information, please contact the RSPA Education Department at Education@rspa.net.

 


When
9/20/2026 - 9/23/2026
Where
Omni Dallas Hotel 555 S Lamar St Dallas, TX 75202 UNITED STATES
Registration
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Registration ends 9/24/2026 12:00 AM CDT

Program

Sunday, 20 September 2026

Description

Designing Sessions That Keep Players Coming Back.

Presented by Dominique Lemperle

Time
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM

All Things Health, Fitness and Wellness for Racquet Sports Professionals.

Presented by Frank Guengerich & Chris Hagman

Learn how to incorporate a culture of wellness into your personal and professional life. In this specialty course, Frank and Chris will define what it means to: Move WELL, Eat WELL, Recover WELL, Think WELL, Connect WELL, Feel WELL, Lead WELL, and Thrive WELL. This holistic, multi-dimensional approach to well-being is vital to a balanced life. In addition, they’ll discuss the business of wellness, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to integrate wellness principles into your programs and everyday life.

Member Price: $75

Non-Member Price: $99

Time
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM

Presented by Kelly Marshall

Time
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM

Creating a Pickleball Player in One Hour.

Presented by Mel McRee

Time
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
11:00 AM
Time
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM
Presented by Nico Agritelley & Moustafa Bayoumy
Time
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
1:00 PM

Presented by Scott Ficks

Time
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
1:00 PM

To Best Organize Your Practice Court.

Presented by Craig O'Shannessy 

Discover how AI is changing the game for tennis coaches. Learn how advanced analytics are transforming complex performance data into clear, actionable coaching insights. Craig will reveal the newest trends and metrics that can help shape more effective practice sessions and accelerate player development.

Member Price: $75

Non-Member Price: $99

Time
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1:30 PM

Presented by Marcos Del Pilar

Time
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
2:00 PM

Practical On-Court Implementation for Clubs & Parks. 

Presented by Susan Nardi

Time
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
2:00 PM

Presented by Marcos Del Pilar & Scott Colebourne

Time
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
3:00 PM

Presented by Tim Irwin

Time
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
3:00 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM
Time
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5:00 PM

Monday, 21 September 2026

Description
Time
6:30 AM
6:30 AM
Aligning Purpose, Identity, and Impact. Presented by Mark Faber Presented by Dr. Haley Perlus
Time
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
8:00 AM
Presented by Gordon Reid & Andrei Daescu & Marcos Del Pilar & Robyn Duda. Moderated by Tim Buwick.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM

Presented by Otis Sadler

Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM

Presented by Chris Clark

Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
11:30 AM

Presented by Craig O'Shannessy 

Time
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
11:30 AM
Time
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM

How AI Empowers Racket Sports Coaches.

Presented by Lauren Pedersen 

Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM

Presented by Grant Chen

Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
Compensation, Expectations & Retention. Presented by Mike Woody & Scott McCulloch & Susan Nardi & Dale Folmar. Moderated by Kevin Theos.
Time
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
3:00 PM

Presented by Beverly Bowes

Time
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
3:00 PM

 4 ways to Reset and Fail Better.

Presented by Dr. Ashley Kuchar

Time
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
4:30 PM

Presented by Andrei Daescu

Time
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
4:30 PM
TYPTI is currently taking parts of the US and Asia by storm, is one of the most talked about topics in the industry, and clearly on a trajectory to be a vibrant part of the racquet sports ecosystem. It’s led by the founder of LiveBall and The Tennis Channel, Steve Bellamy, who will be at the conference and running a coach’s certification which is an addendum to your current RSPA certification. It will consist of: - History and understanding – they want you to be a TYPTI Voice Of Authority - Rules and scoring – easy to understand, but lots of new rules and scoring - TYPTI implementation – how to best integrate TYPTI into your club or marketplace - Coaching, stroke mechanics & strategy – a broad overview. This is only available to coaches who already have another RSPA racquet sport certification. Current RSPA applicants must complete certification pathway to receive TYPTI Certification. The entire workshop will last about 90 minutes. RSPA members receive a $100 discount and can be a fully certified TYPTI coach for $149.
Time
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Time
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
6:00 PM
Time
6:00 PM
6:00 PM

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

Description

Presented by Fred Viancos

Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM

(6o min of retention strategies).

Presented by Marcos Del Pilar

Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM
Presented by Milos Vasovic & Michael Mahoney & Drew Thomas & Pascal Collard. Moderated by Scott Burton.
Time
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
9:30 AM

Presented by Jack Newman

Time
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
9:30 AM

Presented by RSPA Board of Directors

Time
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM
Time
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM

A Career Guide for Rackets Professionals. 

Presented by Greg Moran

Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1:00 PM
Presented by Brett Hobden & Fernando Segal
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1:00 PM
Presented by Marcos Del Pilar & Pascal Collard
Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
2:30 PM
Presented by Christin Schumann & Chrissie Price & Otis Sadler & Kelvin Rivera. Moderated by Trish Faulkner.
Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
2:30 PM

Presented by Steve Bellamy 

Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
2:30 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
4:00 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
4:00 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
4:00 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
4:00 PM
Time
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
4:45 PM
Open to all Conference Attendees. See APP for Location.
Time
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
4:45 PM
4:45 PM

Moderated by Kevin Theos

Time
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
6:00 PM

Wednesday, 23 September 2026

Description
Time
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
7:00 AM

Presented by Mark Savage

Time
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM

Presented by John Schoenmakers

Time
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
8:00 AM

Presented by Bryan Walsh

Time
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM

Putting the players in successful situations.

Presented by Craig Kardon

Time
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:00 AM

Kinesthetic Solutions and Cue Words.

Presented by Bunny Bruning

Time
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM

Presented by Fernando Velasco & Henri Elkins

Time
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
11:00 AM
12:30 PM
5:00 PM