Virtual Education: Dealing With Difficult People in Youth Sports
February 18, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET | 0.1 CEUs
Dealing With Difficult People in Youth Sports
Chris Stevenson, Founder, The Empower Group
Managing challenging situations in youth sports is key to ensuring a positive experience. This interactive session teaches effective communication, crucial conversations, and strategies for handling difficult people, helping create a better environment for coaches, athletes, and parents. Attendees will gain valuable skills to manage the athletic triangle successfully.
- Learn how to evaluate and design programs.
- Identify the needs and desires of their communities.
- Discuss program specificity and purpose.
About Chris: Chris Stevenson, an accomplished speaker with a global footprint, has presented dynamic sessions in over a dozen countries and over half of the 50 states. As a former Power Ranger stuntman and founder of The Empower Group, Chris draws from 20 years of experience owning and operating successful health clubs, consistently achieving industry-leading net promoter scores. His expertise lies in leadership, communication, employee engagement, and customer service, making him a sought-after authority in various industries, such as parks and recreation, fitness business, indoor rock climbing, and more. Beyond his business acumen, Chris has served as a board and committee member and published author, contributing to his holistic perspective on industry dynamics. Chris has the unique ability to connect with people instantaneously and to present applicable lectures that resonate with every audience.
All FRPA Virtual Education Sessions are live and encourage you to stay engaged so that discussion can take place during and after the presentation. Each session has been scheduled for the time of the presentation but please keep in mind that we will have around seven to ten minutes of introductory announcements and possibly words from our sponsor during the session. These may cause the session to run over the allotted time by 10-15 minutes.
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