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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 12/16/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
These Ideas in Motion discussions support professionals managing adventure programs, trips, gear rental, climbing spaces, and outdoor education. Join live to explore risk management, staffing, programming ideas, and other initiatives. Connect with others committed to growing the impact of outdoor recreation on campus.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 12/09/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
This Ideas in Motion session may focus on pool operations, safety, lifeguarding, certifications, and aquatics programming. Join live to troubleshoot challenges, explore new ideas, and connect with other aquatics leaders. Gain insights that help you keep your aquatic spaces safe, engaging, and well-managed.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 12/02/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
These Ideas in Motion roundtables bring together professionals integrating wellbeing into programs, services, and campus collaborations. Connect live to share initiatives, discuss barriers, and explore holistic wellbeing strategies. Leave with new ideas that help elevate wellbeing across your recreation department.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 11/18/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join live—engage, share, and grow.
Step into a dynamic discussion about whats shaping marketing and outreach in collegiate recreation today. This isnt just another webinar its an interactive roundtable where your ideas, questions, and insights fuel the conversation.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 11/12/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
Designed for professionals in their first years in the field, this Ideas in Motion roundtable explores workplace growth, skill-building, and navigating campus recreation roles. Join live to ask questions, exchange experiences, and strengthen your confidence. Connect with peers who are learning and growing alongside you.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 11/04/2026 at 9:00 AM (PST)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
Designed for those who advise, support, and manage sport club programs, this Ideas in Motion roundtable may cover topics such as compliance, travel logistics, and student leadership. Join live to share challenges, celebrate wins, and learn from peers. Leave with ideas that help strengthen and sustain your club sport community.
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Contains 9 Component(s) Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 10/23/2026 at 9:00 AM (PDT)
Combining self-paced learning, live facilitated sessions, practical application, and peer connection, the Academy helps participants strengthen the skills and confidence needed to lead teams, navigate organizational dynamics, solve complex problems, and contribute strategically within their departments and institutions.
Virtual Academy for Mid-Level Managers
A two-part program designed to help you manage more confidently
You don't have to navigate mid-level management alone. This program combines practical learning, campus recreation situations, applied tools, and a peer cohort to help you lead more confidently now—and build the judgement, relationships and range for what comes next.
This nine-week professional development experience is designed to support mid-level campus recreation professionals as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of leading frrom the middle. Combining self-paced learning, live facilitated sessions, practical application and peer connection, participants will strengthen the skills and confidence needed to lead teams, navigate organizaztional dynamics, solve complex problems, and contribute strategically within their departments and institutions.
Upon completing this program, participants should be able to...
- Apply leadership and management strategies to effectively lead teams and navigate the responsibilities of a mid-level role.
- Navigate organizational dynamics and change while balancing the needs of staff, leadership, and institutional priorities.
- Use strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex, real-world challenges within campus recreation.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively across teams, departments, and levels of an organization.
- Identify opportunities for continued professional growth and build a network of peers for ongoing learning, support, and shared problem-solving.
Empowering campus recreation professionals through practical skill development.Frequently Asked Questions
How much time should I expect to dedicate to this program?
There are a variety of components to this course that you will access from the contents tab within this page after you register.
The live 90-minute kickoff session starts on Friday October 23 from 9-10:30am PST.
There will be 8 additional live 90-minute sessions separated into two session blocks, each occuring on Fridays at 9am PST. Session block 1 is between the dates of October 30 - November 20, 2026. Session block 2 is between the dates of January 8 - January 29, 2027.
Between the live sessions, you will have access to the self-paced program materials.
Who should register for this program?
Professionals currently serving in mid-level management roles and balancing responsibility for people, programs, budgets, operations, and relationships above, below, and across their institution.
Current mid-level managers who want to strengthen day-to-day management practice and build the leadership capability broader responsibility will require.
Eligibility: Participants must currently hold a mid-level management role; length of time in the role does not matter.
What if I miss one of the live sessions?
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all live sessions, however you will receive access to recordings if you are unable to attend.
Cost of Attendance
Membership-based Pricing
Premier Members: $495
Individual Members at a Non-Member Institution: $625
Non-Members at a Member Institution: $725
Non-Members $850
Registration will close on October 14, or when we reach the max capacity of 48 registrants.
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Email: [email protected]
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- Nonmember - $850
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/21/2026 at 9:00 AM (PDT)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions bring together professionals overseeing facility logistics, daily operations, and user experience. Connect with peers to share challenges, swap best practices, and strengthen how recreation facilities run.
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- Nonmember - $25
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/07/2026 at 9:00 AM (PDT)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
This session invites NIRSAs senior leaders to engage in bold, strategic dialogue about the future of collegiate recreation. Through idea exchanges and peer-driven conversations, well explore emerging trends, reimagine challenges as opportunities, and spark actionable insights. Join the conversation to connect with fellow leaders.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 09/23/2026 at 9:00 AM (PDT)
Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join liveengage, share, and grow.
These Ideas in Motion discussions support professionals leading recreation operations with limited staffing, budgets, or facility resources. Join live to swap creative solutions, share challenges, and discuss scalable approaches. Connect with others who understand the realities and rewards of running small-but-mighty programs.
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