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Sports Turf Synthetic Safety & Maintenance Course


The course explores the myth that artificial turf is low maintenance. It will be of interest to those who manage or maintain synthetic sports turf and for those who want additional knowledge of its maintenance requirements. The course includes an on-field demonstration of concepts learned in classroom, where possible.

COURSE LENGTH:

1 Day

TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • What is synthetic turf and its history and evolution 
  • How to identify your type of field and its design components
  •  Installation, drainage techniques and infill understanding 
  • Maintenance best practices, techniques and schedules
  • Equipment use, set up and maintenance overview
  • Inspections and troubleshooting common problems

COURSE FEES:

$440 Potential Members (*New 1 year membership trial included!)

$273 STC Members 

Course registration fees include tuition, instructor led sessionlunch (in-person), course reference binder and certificate. Payments can be made by AMEX, Visa, Mastercard, e-transfer, direct payment, cheque payable to SPORTS TURF ASSOCIATION OF CANADA


WHAT OUR ATTENDEES HAD TO SAY

"Information presented is from the perspective of experiences working professionals" - Derek J

"It's great to see visual examples of other fields and their challenges" - Coralee B



Upcoming events

    • 5 Mar 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 6 Mar 2025
    • 11:30 AM
    Register

    Registration open for Synthetic Sports Turf Safety & Maintenance Course - LIVE ONLINE!

    Sports Turf Canada’s goal is to advance the knowledge and education of sports turf professionals in Canada in the areas of synthetic sports turf field safety and maintenance. This two day (2.5 hours each day) Sports Turf Canada course will be of interest to those who manage or maintain synthetic sports turf and to those who wish to develop additional knowledge and skills in this subject matter

    TOPICS INCLUDE:

    • What is synthetic turf?
    • History of synthetic turf
    • Design of fields
    • How to identify your type of field
    • Installation and drainage understanding
    • Field safety best practices
    • Infill understanding
    • Equipment overview
    • Maintenance best practices and techniques
    • Troubleshooting common problems


    INSTRUCTOR: Tab Buckner, Township of Langley, BC


    COURSE INFORMATION:

    March 5th-6th, 2025

      The course is 2 days in length and consists of 2.5 hours per day on Zoom.

      9:00am - 11:30am Eastern Time each day or:

      Pacific Time

      6:00am

      Mountain Time

      7:00am

      Central Time

      8:00am

      Eastern Time

      9:00am

      Atlantic Time

      10:00am

      Newfoundland Time

      10:30am

      *except where daylight savings time is not recognized

       



      TEST:

      This course includes a short test on the last day to ensure you received the information which was taught.  It is done online and is multiple choice.  Registrants are required to attend 100% of the classes in order to write the test.  Those who achieve a passing grade of 60% will be provided a Certificate of Successful Completion for the course. Support is provided for those with learning challenges.

      CANCELLATION:

      Notice of cancellation received by Sports Turf Canada no later than 7 calendar days before the course date will receive a complete refund, less a $50 administration fee.  Those who register but do not attend will not receive a refund.  If you are unable to attend, you may send a replacement in your place, provided written notification with replacements name and email is sent before the course begins.  Registrants will receive a full refund should the course be cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel a course due to conditions beyond our control. Registrants are required to reach out to Sports Turf Canada by phone or email to resolve payment or refund concerns. 

      HOW TO REGISTER:

      Click on the register button or call our office at 519-763-9431 or email us at info@sportsturfcanada.com for assistance. 

      WHAT PAST ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT THE COURSE:

      I have better knowledge and understanding of what to look for on the field now.

      Tracey B.

      Appreciated that it is working professionals that are providing this course information.

      Chris D.

      Now I understand the risk for players on synthetic turf.

      Geoff C.

      We look forward to learning along with you!


      • 15 May 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
      • RBC Centre, 259 Commodore Drive, Dartmouth, NS
      Register

      Registration open for Synthetic Sports Turf Management & Maintenance Training in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia!

      Sports Turf Canada’s goal is to advance the knowledge and education of sports turf professionals in Canada in the areas of synthetic sports turf field safety and maintenance. This Sports Turf Canada course will be of interest to those who manage or maintain synthetic sports turf and to those who wish to develop additional knowledge and skills in this subject matter.

      Topics Include

      • What is synthetic turf?
      • History of synthetic turf
      • Design of fields
      • How to identify your type of field
      • Installation and drainage understanding
      • Field safety best practices
      • Infill understanding
      • Equipment overview
      • Maintenance best practices and techniques
      • Troubleshooting common problems


      INSTRUCTOR: Gord Horsman, City of Moncton 


      COURSE INFORMATION:

        The course is one day in length with 7.0 instructional hours including a test on the final day.

        STC & RFANS members can bring a colleague from their place of employment and we will extend the membership rate to them also.

        There will be several breaks along with a one hour lunch break and lunch will be provided.  Registrants are responsible for their own accommodations, as required.  Registration fees include course content and workbook. 

        This course includes a short test on the last day to ensure you received the information which was taught.  It is done online and is multiple choice.  Registrants are required to attend 100% of the classes in order to write the test.  Those who achieve a passing grade of 60% will be provided a Certificate of Successful Completion for the course. Support is provided for those with learning challenges.

        CANCELLATION:

        Notice of cancellation received by Sports Turf Canada no later than 7 calendar days before the course date will receive a complete refund, less a $50 administration fee.  Those who register but do not attend will not receive a refund.  If you are unable to attend, you may send a replacement in your place, provided written notification with replacements name and email is sent before the course begins.  Registrants will receive a full refund should the course be cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel a course due to conditions beyond our control. Registrants are required to reach out to Sports Turf Canada by phone or email to resolve payment or refund concerns. 

        HOW TO REGISTER:

        Click on the register button or call our office at 519-763-9431 or email us at members@sportsturfcanada.com for assistance. 

        WHAT PAST ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT THE COURSE:

        I have better knowledge and understanding of what to look for on the field now.

        Tracey B.

        Appreciated that it is working professionals that are providing this course information.

        Chris D.

        Now I understand the risk for players on synthetic turf.

        Geoff C.


        We look forward to learning along with you!




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