Join organizers from around the country to learn and build community.
The Organizer Convention is back in person in 2025!
Join us in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado from January 31 – February 2.
We will continue to balance the great benefits of learning and connecting in person with the accessibility the virtual format provides by alternating in-person and virtual conventions.
* If you will be attending on behalf of a USA Ultimate Affiliate or State-Based Organization, please complete this form. *
Contact leah@hq.usaultimate.org with any questions.
USA Ultimate is committed to increasing access to the Organizer Convention for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) members of the ultimate community. Through the Delrico Johnson Fund, we will help cover costs for BIPOC attendees. If you are interested in financial assistance, please fill out this Google Form.
We encourage registrants who are able to make a donation to the Delrico Johnson Fund via your USA Ultimate member account to help cover the costs of BIPOC organizers and coaches who may not otherwise be able to attend the convention.
Questions about the 2025 Organizer Convention? Contact us at convention@usaultimate.org.
Organizer Convention
January 31 – February 2, 2025
Colorado Springs, CO
Cost: $350 through December 1 | $400 through January 19
Registration Closes January 19
Organizer Convention Speakers
Meet the great speakers who will share their knowledge and expertise with us during the 2025 Organizer Convention!
Speakers will be added as they are confirmed.
Organizer Convention Schedule
All times MT.
All sessions will be held at the Antlers Hotel.
* Session start and end times are approximate. Details to come.
Friday, January 31
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Registration
4:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Sessions
Saturday, February 1
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Sessions
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Happy Hour
Sunday, February 2
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Sessions
Location & Lodging
All sessions will take place at the Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Antlers Hotel
4 S. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Book your room at the Antlers with USA Ultimate’s special rate!
Coach Convention
November 12-13, 2023
Virtual sessions via Zoom
Cost: Certified Coaches – $25 | General Public – $35
November 13 sessions are free to all.
Coach Convention Speakers
Meet the great speakers who will share their knowledge during the Coach Convention!
Coach Convention Schedule
All sessions will be held virtually via Zoom
Sunday, November 12
Sessions from 8:00-10:30 p.m. ET
Implementing Offensive Strategy in Practice and Games
Speaker: John Groess
2023 Beach Mixed National Team Head Coach John Groess will share tips for choosing the best offensive scheme to match the strengths of your players.
Implementing Defensive Strategy in Practice and Games
Speaker: Hannah Baranes
2023 U-24 Mixed National Team Assistant Coach Hannah Baranes will present on defense and in-game adjustments.
Monday, November 13
Monday’s session will be offered free of charge!
Time 8:00-10:30 p.m. ET (tentatively)
Get to Know the U.S. National Team Program
Speaker: Will Deaver – USA Ultimate Managing Director of Competition & National Team Programs
Will will lead a discussion on U.S. National Team programs. The first part of the evening will look at the program as a whole to give participants an idea of what national teams and events we participate in. The second part will look at the athlete selection process. The third part will look at the coach selection process.
FAQs
Will the Organizer Convention be held in-person or virtually in 2025?
The Organizer Convention will be held in person in 2025! All sessions will take place at the Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs.
How do I register if I am attending on behalf of a USA Ultimate affiliate or state-based organization?
Contact Leah Dolan-Kelley, and she can get you registered.
Are registration fees refundable?
If you are no longer able to attend the Organizer Convention, we will refund your registration fee until January 19, 2025. After that, no refunds will be granted.
We can also transfer your registration to someone else who will be able to participate in your place.