OCCA
COACHES CONFERENCE

This year’s OCCA Conference is all about rejuvenation and education, giving cheer coaches the tools, training, and inspiration they need to thrive.
With nationally recognized speakers and presenters from across the country, the conference offers a wide variety of sessions, including:
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Youth Track (NEW!): Youth-specific sessions during every time block.
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Skill-Building & Choreography: Dozens of dynamic sessions, ranging from stunt progressions and spotting basics to choreography ideas, game-day strategies, and more.
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Sport-Specific Training: Sessions fully dedicated to the sport of cheerleading, with a strong focus on stunting and technique development.
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Coaching Essentials: Classes on team management, practice planning, leadership, and building a positive program culture.
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Mental Wellness & Inspiration: Uplifting sessions to support coach and athlete well-being, along with motivational workshops to recharge your energy and mindset.
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Sessions for Every Program: Catered to all aspects of cheerleading, whether you coach sideline, game day, and traditional competitive teams, Stomp and Shake, or STUNT, we have you covered!
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Relaxation & Wellness: Yoga, vendors, and mindfulness activities to help you reset. It’s a SPAliday for cheer coaches.
Whether you’re a new coach or a veteran, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas, practical tools, and a renewed spirit to bring back to your team. Don’t miss this chance to connect with other coaches, learn from the best, celebrate the season, and leave feeling refreshed and empowered.
Coaches from other states are more than welcome to attend! Oregon-specific sessions on score sheets, OSAA Spirit Safety Course, and general updates will be presented.
Riverhouse on the Deschutes features the largest convention center in Central Oregon. We hope you will make your plans now to join the fun!
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WHEN
May 15th - 17th, 2026
WHERE
Riverhouse Convention Center
Bend, OR
WHO
Cheer coaches, judges, industry professionals, choreographers, and anyone in the cheer community!
