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Athletic Community Centres

Presentation on Concussions in Sports with Laura Leslie

ACC Presents: CONCUSSIONS IN SPORTS with Laura Leslie, CAT(C), D.O. and

November 16th, 2011 - Dorval Arena (1450 Dawson - H9S 1Y4 ) from 19:15 - 21:15

LECTURE DESCRIPTION:

  • Understanding of current research surrounding the causes of concussions in sports.
  • Understanding the reality of concussions for the individualWhat treatments can be done?
  • If my athlete/child gets a concussion, who what should I do and who should I consult with?
  • Are there any viable diagnostic tests that can be done so that I can monitor progress?
  • When can the athlete safely return to activity?
  • How should the athlete progressively return to competition?Are there any long-term effects from a concussion?Meet a patient of Laura’s who has successfully recovered from a concussion and is looking towards a future in her sport.
  • What is her personal story?
    • What advice can she give?
    • Question/answer period.

      • Laura Leslie, B.Sc., CAT(C), D.O., has over 18 years of clinical experience at the Concordia Physio Sport Clinic. She is currently Part-time Faculty within the Dept. of Exercise Science at Concordia University where she has taught for the past 14 years.  Laura was also previously Part-time Faculty at the College D’Etudes Osteopathiques. Laura completed her Osteopathic thesis dissertation on the clinical approach to treating post-concussion syndrome and head trauma.  Laura specializes in the treatment of athletes who suffer from post-concussion syndrome.  Using her “hands-on” manual approach to treating injuries has helped treat the cause of the problem and resulted in getting the athlete better faster!

      This is a Free Presentation and all who register online by November 13th will receive a complementary 'Concussion Kit' prepared by the Montreal Children's Hospital.

      Please email us at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it should you have any questions.

 

ACC's New Direction

 

Although initiatives leading to the creation of the Athletic Community Centres started in 2008, the ACC has only recently become a Non-Profit Organization.  As the ACC evolved, so has its mission:  “Help Canadian’s Be Healthy”.

This mission is in line with a growing “need” in Canada as alarming statistics show that Canadians are less healthy on average than we have ever been.

Right now, the ACC is a few trainers and administrators working in 2 facilities out of 2 communities. 

  • The facilities can be considered as strength and conditioning rooms for athletes, multi-functional training rooms for developing athleticism in children and youth, exercise room for adults and seniors wanting to be fit.
  • The 2 communities at present the Citizens of Dorval, and the students and staff members of John Rennie High School.

The ACC has joined the "Canadian Sport For Life Movement" and the "Participaction Network" which will help us deliver better services and information to our partner communities to realize our goal.

Look for more to come soon.

 

We are ready to receive your team(s)

Dear Coaches,

The Athletic Community Centres (ACC) is proud to announce the opening of a new multi-purpose athletic development and training centre operating out of the Westwood Sports Centre (Arena) in Dorval.    The ACC would like to work in collaboration with various Dorval sports teams in order to provide the following services to its members:

  • Age and gender specific strength and conditioning programs to supplement the sports season
  • Teaching progressive fundamental movement skills with proper technique and execution
  • Developing speed, strength, and other biomotor abilities in order to enhance performance

The ACC will work with each team and help build a plan that is well suited for its goals and level. When it comes to the younger athletes, we follow a Long Term Athletic Development training plan in order to make training in subsequent years consistent and progressive.  Depending on age and experience, our sessions go from being educative and fun to dynamic and very intense.  Please see the services section on our website at www.accsports.ca

Please contact me should you have any questions regarding the ACC and what we do: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

What is ACC

The Athletic Community Centres (ACC) is a non-profit organization which provides knowledge and services related to the fitness and strength and conditioning industry to various communities.  
 
The ACC collaborates with municipalities, schools, organizations, and businesses, in order to help Canadians improve their overall health and athleticism through sustainable, collaborative, and innovative Athletic Training Programs.
 
The ACC's goals are in line with and supports the Canadian Sports For Life movement, it's Long Term Athlete Development Model, and other organizations such as Participaction. 


Athletic Training consists mainly of working on abilities that include balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, endurance, and speed in as many ways as possible.  At the early stages, this means to develop Physical Litteracy, and later on it would mean to enhance or maintain the abilities above.

 

All these enhance sports but are fundamental to enjoying an active and healthy lifestyle for the categories below:

·         Children

·         Youth

·         Sport performance (age of specialization)

·         Adults and aging athletes

·         Seniors

·         Physically inactive

·         Overweight/obese individuals

·         Special needs populations

We are here for you

Although we are a relatively young organization, the ACC is providing services and resources to a few communities.  If you would like more information on how you can get involed, please contact David Arsenault at 514-694-5934, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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