LEARN.
Providing education, resources, and tools that help coaches and programs succeed.
Rec Connect creates year-round opportunities for leaders and coaches to gain knowledge they can take directly back to their programs — from scoring and rules to leadership and athlete development.
Coach & Director Education
Targeted education designed specifically for the Recreation cheer and dance world. Whether you're a first-year coach or a seasoned director, there's always more to learn — and Rec Connect makes sure that learning is relevant, practical, and accessible.
- Scoring and rules education specific to Recreation divisions
- Leadership skills for coaches and program directors
- Athlete development principles for youth recreation programs
- Division structure and program organization guidance
Guest Experts
Bring in professionals from cheer, dance, youth sports, leadership, business, and other areas that benefit Rec programs. Our guest experts bring fresh perspectives and real-world experience that you can apply directly to your program.
- Cheer and dance industry professionals
- Youth sports and athlete development specialists
- Leadership and business experts relevant to program directors
- Diverse voices from across the recreation community
Digital Resource Library
A growing collection of downloadable templates, guides, checklists, parent resources, tryout materials, safety information, and program tools — all built with Recreation programs in mind. Stop reinventing the wheel and start building on what works.
- Downloadable templates for tryouts, rosters, and communications
- Parent resource guides and communication tools
- Safety information and best-practice checklists
- Program planning and organizational tools
Rec Connect Seminar
An annual opportunity for deeper education, networking, and collaboration. The Rec Connect Seminar brings the community together in person for a focused day of learning, connection, and growth — the kind of experience that stays with you long after you go home.
- Annual in-person event for Recreation leaders
- Deeper education sessions beyond what monthly calls can offer
- Networking with leaders from across the country
- Collaborative sessions and shared problem-solving
Best-Practice Sharing
Learn what successful Recreation programs across the country are doing and give leaders opportunities to learn from one another. The best ideas in rec cheer and dance are already out there — Rec Connect helps you find them.
- Spotlights on successful Recreation programs nationwide
- Peer-to-peer learning and idea exchange
- Real examples from programs of all sizes and structures
- Opportunities to share your own program's successes
Ready to Learn?
Access year-round education, expert insights, and a growing library of resources built for Recreation cheer and dance leaders.