Conferences

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THE CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE

More Than Just Sessions! Engage in interactive workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and inspiring keynote presentations.


  • Explore an exhibitor hall filled with resources, tools, and the latest industry innovations.
  • Enjoy social gatherings, networking events, and special celebrations throughout the conference.
  • Be part of a dynamic, supportive community that is passionate about the future of health and physical education!
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The Events App has the following features:

  • Conference Info
  • CTLE Hours
  • Meeting Reminders
  • Chat with Peers
  • Exhibitor Info
  • Push Notifications to stay informed of changes
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Conference Schedule

Click here for the schedule at a glance

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Registration & Fees

Registration will open Summer 2026.

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Accommodations at an award-winning resort! Reduced rates for the Tower, Hotel, Lodge and the Inn at Turning Stone. Overnight rooms include free valet parking and complimentary access to the Tower Fitness Center and pools.

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Our exhibit hall is a central hub of the conference experience! 60+ booth spaces are available inside the Event Center, all positioned within our highest-traffic area.

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Shuttle

Need a ride to-and-from your hotel?

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Sponsorships

Want to stand out at the 88th Annual NYS AHPERD Conference? We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities designed to boost your brand visibility and connect you directly with over 1,500 professionals in health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Options range from sponsored sessions and attendee giveaways to high-impact branding like keynotes, lunches, and conference-wide events.

registration details

early bird

Must Register By 11:59 PM on October 1st

Advanced

Must Register By 11:59 PM on October 31st

Onsite

Open Registration Rate at Conference

Wednesday Only*

Must Register For  Intensive Training

Professional Membber

Registration Only Registration & Awards Dinner
Early Bird $225 $285
Advanced $265 $325
Onsite $299 $359

Member Daily Rates

Registration Only Registration & Awards Dinner
Early Bird $225 $285
Advanced $265 $325
Onsite $299 $359

Future Professional Member

Registration Only Registration & Awards Dinner
Early Bird $225 $285
Advanced $265 $325
Onsite $299 $359

Professional Non-Member

Registration Only Registration & Awards Dinner
Early Bird $570 $645
Advanced/Onsite $600 $675
Wed.* Or Sat. $162 n/a
Thurs. Only $330 n/a
Fri. Only $330 $405

Retiree Member

Registration Only Registration & Awards Dinner
Early Bird $225 $285
Advanced $265 $325
Onsite $299 $359

Payment Information

Prior to October 31 - Payments/Purchase Orders should be sent to our central office by one of the following methods:

Mail

NYS AHPERD

77 N Ann Street

Little Falls, NY 13365

Fax

(315) 823-1012

eMail

finances@nysahperd.org

Hotel Accommodations

To Ensure Rates Shown:


-Mention Code: NYS AHPERD During Booking

-All Room Reservations Must Be Made By 5:00PM, October 16, 2026 *while rooms last.

-Non-Smoking, Double Bed Rooms Are On A First-Come, First-Served Basis And Will Sell Out Quickly!


Reservations - Turning Stone (800) 771-7711

Questions - Central Office (315) 823-1015

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Turning Stone Tower

$188/Night Single/Double
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Turning Stone Lodge

$306/Night Single/Double
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The Inn At Turning Stone

$86/Night Single/Double
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Sandstone Hollow Inn

$125/Night Single/Double
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Getting to the Conference

The closest airport is the Syracuse Hancock International Airport (code SYR). The Turning Stone offers a shuttle service you can arrange by calling (800) 771-7711 OR NYS AHPERD can assist you with your shuttle service from the Syracuse Airport to/from the Turning Stone Fees will apply.


From the North: Take Route I-81 South; take I-481 South; take I-90 East (NYS Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona); go through the tollbooth, travel straight to the stoplight. Take a left onto 365 and the next left into the resort.


From the South: Take I-81 North to Exit 16A; take I-481 North to Exit 6; take I-90 East (NYS Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona); go through the tollbooth, travel straight to the stoplight. Take a left onto 365 and the next left into the resort.


From the East: Take 1-90 West (NYS Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona); go through the tollbooth, travel straight to the stoplight. Take a left onto 365 and the next left into the resort.


From the West: Take I-90 East (NYS Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona); go through the tollbooth, travel straight to the stoplight. Take a left onto 365 and the next left into the resort.


From NYC: Take I-87 North (NYS Thruway) to I-90 West (NYS Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona); go through the tollbooth, travel straight to the stoplight. Take a left onto 365 and the next left into the resort.

NOTE: In the Albany Area, I-87 becomes I-90. Make sure you stay on the Thruway (Toll Road) and do not exit in the Albany area. If you are on I-87 Northway, get back to I-90 going west.

Exhibitor Information

Wondering if you should exhibit at our annual conference? We do! Our attendees include health and physical education teachers, directors of health and physical education, university and college professors, worksite health professionals, athletics directors and coaches, recreation and dance specialists, and future professionals.

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Commercial Exhibitors

Are you looking to expand your customer base? Do you have products and services our health and physical education teachers, directors and coaches would benefit from? A booth in our exhibit hall is waiting for you! Book a prime space soon; choose between wall booths end-cap spaces for the best experience.

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Not For Profit/Government Agency

Here's your opportunity to make face-to-face connections with our members... the teachers and directors you want to get your FREE curriculums and products in the hands of. NFP and government agencies are able to reserve the same prime spaces as other exhibitors but at a fraction of the cost!

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College/University

Ready to recruit students to your health and physical education programs? Does your college offer a master's program that's a cut above the rest? Look no further for recruiting than our annual conference. Pricing to fit your college's need, including a flat rate for just admissions staff with opportunities to add conference badges for HPE professionals to attend sessions throughout.

Historical Conference Information

Are you looking for more information about previous conferences? Click the button below to check out our conference history which include dates, locations and themes!

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Registration

Registration will open in the Summer.

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Accommodations

Accommodations at an award-winning resort! Reduced rates for the Tower, Hotel, Lodge and the Inn at Turning Stone. Overnight rooms include free valet parking and complimentary access to the Tower Fitness Center and pools.

Council of Administrators Conference History

Click the link below for past conference dates and information.

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