• The Community Rec Leadership Summit is an exclusive peer collaboration event that brings together YMCA, JCC and community recreation leaders for three days of roundtable discussions, networking, and unique experiences.

  • With a commitment to educating and empowering community recreation professionals, the Leadership Summit provides expertise, insights and experiences that will be an invaluable part of your rec center now and in the future.

  • 60 community recreation leaders will come together alongside limited sponsors for open discussion and activities in a fun and relaxing environment.

  • The Leadership Summit will be held at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, a luxury, four-star resort in Tucson.

  • The cost to attend is $595 and includes all food and beverage during event times, all activities, and inclusion in all roundtables. Hotel rates are $299/night plus taxes and resort fees. Rates are offered three days pre and post event, pending availability. To attend as a vendor, contact rico@peakemedia.com for sponsorship pricing.

Interested in Attending?

Tell us more about yourself and a member of our team will follow up with availability for our 2024 Community Rec Summit

Registration Pricing

Best price
  • Early Bird Special

  • $595/mo
  • November 15 deadline
  • General Admission

  • $699/mo
  • January 19 deadline

The Itinerary

5:30 – 6:30 pm  Welcome Reception: Meet your fellow peers over relaxing cocktails!

6:30 – 7:30 pm  Dinner Party

7:30 – 9 pm Margarita Making Competition: Bond with fellow attendees through a competitive activity testing your margarita-making skills!

7:30 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast Sponsored by NinjaZone

8:30 – 9:45 am Roundtable 1: Building Impactful Collaborations Sponsored by AYSO

9:50 – 10:55 am Demo Time: Learn about sponsors’ products and services

11:10 am – 12:25 pm Roundtable 2: Health and Wellness Trends Sponsored by EGYM

12:25 – 1:25 pm Networking Lunch

1:25 – 2:30 pmDemo Time: Learn about sponsors’ products and services

3 – 6:30 pm Desert Jeep Tour + Photo Rally: Get ready for a fantastic excursion into the Saguaro National Park East! You’ll be divided into teams complete with your own jeep and guide, embarking on an adventure that combines elements of a scavenger hunt, local trivia, and photo challenges designed to test your teamwork, creativity and desert survival skills.

7 – 9 pm Private Dinner Party on the Ventana Heights Terrace Sponsored by Arly

7:30 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast

8:30 – 9:45 am Roundtable 3: Expanding Membership/Community Reach Sponsored by Amilia

9:50 – 10:55 am Demo Time: Learn about sponsors’ products and services

11 am – 12:30 pm Panel Discussion: Technology and AI Trends Sponsored by Traction Rec

12:30 – 1:30 pm Networking Lunch

1:30 – 2:45 pmRoundtable 4: Leadership Challenges and Solutions Sponsored by Daxko

3 – 4 pmRoundtable 5: Make Fun Count Sponsored by Arly

4 – 5:30 pm One-on-One Meetings: Set up a time to connect with fellow attendees and sponsors for continued networking at your leisure, or enjoy the resort!

6 – 9 pm Reception + Private Dinner Party at the Coyote Corral

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