2026 3-DAY FUNCTIONAL TRAINING SUMMIT BRENDON REARICK CFSC, LMT • Co-owner and Educator at Certified Functional Strength Coach • Co-owner and Therapist at Movement as Medicine • Co-owner and Trainer at Train Smarter and Harder Sports Performance & Adult Fitness Exercise Checklists & Benchmarks 2.0 Similar to the belt system in martial arts, exercise checklists map the path to mastery while clearly defining the stan- dards required to advance to the next level. They remove guesswork from coaching by clarifying both why and how to progress each client through a program. When implemented consistently, exercise checklists create built-in quality con- trol and predictable outcomes—driving better performance, fewer injuries, improved proficiency, higher retention, faster return to play, and stronger long-term business results. (Lecture Only) Constraints-Based Coaching: Leveraging Tools and Feedback to Enhance Performance Wouldn’t it be useful to have an assistant coach who re- inforces your standards and protects your athletes’ best interests? You already do—your tools. This is constraints- based coaching: letting your environment, setup, and posi- tions do the teaching. When your tools and constraints are doing their job, they guide movement, create awareness, and correct errors in real time—without you saying a word. That frees you up to focus on what matters most: connec- tion, cueing, motivation, and performance. (Hands-On Only) Long Beach
2026 3-DAY FUNCTIONAL TRAINING SUMMIT
MARTIN ROONEY MHS, PT, CSCS •Internationally Recognized Speaker and Performance Coach
DON SALADINO TPI-3, SFB, RKC, FRC, NASM •CEO of Dino Brands, LLC
BRIAN NGUYEN ATC, CSCS, CPT, SFMA
•Athletic Trainer & Performance Coach •Works at the intersection of rehab, movement, and performance •20+ years performance training from NFL to Hollywood to his local community •Emphasizes fundamentals, play, and longevity Pain Is Not The Enemy: Training Awareness That Creates Lasting Change Every client has pain—some show it in their shoulders, hips, or backs, others carry it through stress, grief, or mental fatigue—and the body doesn’t compartmentalize it. This 75-minute hands-on workout is about what actually helps: using bang-for-your-buck, FMS/SFMA-inspired movements taught the right way to create real awareness and lasting change. Pain isn’t the enemy; it’s information. When coaches learn how to slow things down, refine motor control (espe- cially in 1-on-1 settings), and teach exercises based on how they should feel, movement becomes the bridge from rehab to performance. Through simple flows and game-based drills that translate tension and movement directly into sport and real life, you’ll experience how awareness builds trust, restores confidence, and unlocks better outcomes. You’ll leave with movements you can use Monday, language that resonates with clients in pain, strategies for converting more of your group session clients into private ones, and a re- newed reminder that awareness is the missing link between pain, performance, and meaningful change. Long Beach, Providence
•One of the most sought after coaches in the world, with a high-profile clientele roster ranging from professional athletes to celebrities and business moguls
•Founder of Training for Warriors, with certified coaches and affiliate locations around the world •Best Selling Author of Coach to Coach, High Ten, Warrior Cardio and Training for Warriors •Consultant to Professional Sport Teams, Division I Universities, Fortune 500 companies and Military Organizations •Chancellor of Exercise Science, Lionel University Unforgettable Coaching: 5 Skills to Inspire, Motivate, and Lead in the Future Coaching today isn’t the same as it was five years ago and people need leadership now more than ever. In this transfor- mational presentation, you’ll recharge your coaching batter- ies with five essential skills that will help you connect more deeply, coach more clearly, and create a culture that keeps athletes and clients inspired long after the workout is over. In this dynamic session, renowned coach and author Martin Rooney brings back his most powerful coaching principles and adapts them to the new reality of the fitness industry. If you want to instantly build trust, become more motivating, and lead with renewed confidence and purpose, this session will help you become the coach no one will ever forget! Chicago, Long Beach GREG ROSE DC •Doctor of Chiropractic •Engineering degree from the University of Maryland. •Co-Founder of the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) •Co-Founder of the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) •Co-owner of FMS (Functional Movement Systems) •Founder OnBase University (Baseball – Softball) •Founder of RacquetFit (Tennis) Maximizing Performance Through Sport Science In this lecture Dr. Rose will cover the latest discoveries through Sport Science and how they are changing the way we train athletes. Over the past 5 years there has been a major influx on new technologies in the field of sports, from marker-less 3-D motion capture to AI/machine learning apps. Dr. Rose will highlight both the positives and negatives and help you make better decisions with the players you train. Providence
•Men’s Health Advisory Board member as well as launched multiple digital platforms and is the founding partner in half a dozen brands •equity shareholder in over a dozen health products •coach to the biggest names in Hollywood Coaching the Human, Not the Algorithm: Modern Strategies to Optimize Body Composition After nearly three decades of coaching, one thing is clear: fat loss succeeds or fails based on how well the program fits the person. This presentation breaks down how to assess the full client profile including lifestyle demands, training, nutrition, and recovery capacity. My system uses the full client profile to guide smarter programming, sustainable habits, and long-term results. Attendees will learn how to move beyond generic templates to build individualized strategies that im- prove their client’s performance and body composition. Chicago, Providence
COREY SMALLWOOD •Owner of Clarksburg Strength & Fitness •30 Years coaching, consulting and owning/operating gyms •Author of “The AI Advantage In Fitness” •Co-host of The Coaches Unscripted Podcast
BILL PARISI BBA, CSCS
AI Won’t Replace You… But Someone Using AI Will AI is already reshaping the fitness industry and the gym owners and coaches who figure it out first are going to have a serious edge. Corey Smallwood has become the go-to au- thority on AI in the fitness industry, and in this session he cuts through the hype to give you a practical, no-fluff look at how AI can multiply your impact without sacrificing the human connection that makes great coaching great. You’ll walk away knowing exactly where AI creates leverage across sales, marketing, retention, and operations. And in his hands-on session, Corey will show you how to build custom- ized programming faster, get your clients better results, and free up hours in your week. If you’re not using AI in your busi- ness or coaching yet, someone else already is and they’re poised to pass you by. Chicago
•Founder and CEO of the Parisi Speed Schools, with 0ver 130 affiliate locations Worldwide •Author of; Fascia Training: A Whole
JENNY REARICK •Founder of Fit to Speak, a company that empowers fitness, sports, and health professionals to become powerful communicators •Co-owner and Trainer at Train Smarter and Harder Sports Performance & Adult Fitness
System Approach, 2019, Anatomy of Speed, Human Kinetics 2021, Fascia Training in Athletic Performance, Handspring 2023 •Recognized as one of the most successful personal training entrepreneurs in the world. Why Muscles Are Overrated: Fascia-First Training for Healthier, More Resilient Clients, Faster Athletes, and a Stronger Business In today’s competitive landscape, muscle-focused training is no longer enough. Clients expect to feel better and move bet- ter, and athletes demand speed and resilience. This session re- veals why top trainers and coaches are shifting to a fascia-first model and how this approach produces better outcomes than traditional muscle-centric training. This presentation arms personal trainers and performance coaches with a competitive edge, blending cutting-edge science with practical systems that elevate both movement and marketability. Chicago, Long Beach
Your Voice: The Unsung Hero of Effective Coaching How you speak matters. Your delivery directly impacts en- gagement, understanding, and buy-in. A strong, authentic coaching voice goes beyond words — it shows up in your body language, tone, and overall presence. These elements influence how you’re perceived by your clients, peers, and others who impact your professional success. Join Jenny for a practical session on leading more effectively — not just by what you say, but how you say it. You’ll leave with clear, actionable strategies to communicate with greater clarity, impact, and confidence. In the hands-on, you’ll get the chance to practice applying the public speaking con- cepts from the lecture. We’ll explore how your body lan- guage and vocal delivery shape your presence, and prac- tice applying verbal and nonverbal speaking techniques to boost engagement, reduce miscommunication, and strengthen your credibility. Long Beach
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