BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Spooner Physical Therapy - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Spooner Physical Therapy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Spooner Physical Therapy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260728T200000 DTSTAMP:20260716T004743Z CREATED:20260708T162017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T004743Z UID:10000179-1785261600-1785268800@www.spoonerpt.com SUMMARY:Spooner + Sole Sports DESCRIPTION:Most athletic shoes should be replaced every 250–300 miles. If you’re getting close—or simply want to find the best shoe for your feet and the way you move—this is an event you won’t want to miss. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next pair of shoes or you regularly care for runners and active patients\, you’ll leave with valuable knowledge. Meet with representatives from some of the industry’s leading footwear brands\, learn the biomechanics behind their shoes\, understand which models are best suited for different activities and foot types\, and build confidence in the recommendations you make to your patients and clients. \n\n\n\nSpooner + Sole Sports\n\n\n\nSpooner and Sole Sports have been partners since 2009\, and we’re excited to take that partnership to the next level. \n\n\n\nWhether you run\, hike\, walk\, lift\, play pickleball\, spend long days on your feet\, or simply want to learn more about the latest footwear technology\, join us for an evening dedicated to helping you move better. \n\n\n\nRepresentatives from some of the world’s leading footwear brands will be onsite with their latest shoes\, expert product knowledge\, and plenty of swag. You’ll have the opportunity to try on multiple models\, compare brands side-by-side\, and discover which shoes are the best fit for your feet and your favorite activities. \n\n\n\nFeatured Brands\n\n\n\nFOOTWEAR \n\n\n\n\nAltra\n\n\n\nAsics\n\n\n\nBrooks\n\n\n\nHoka\n\n\n\nMount to Coast\n\n\n\nNew Balance\n\n\n\nOn\n\n\n\nSaucony\n\n\n\n\nSocks \n\n\n\n\nOS1st\n\n\n\nFeetures\n\n\n\n\nInsoles \n\n\n\n\nFootBalance\n\n\n\nCurrex\n\n\n\nPowerstep\n\n\n\n\nMost styles and sizes will be available\, making this a unique opportunity to experience the differences between brands before your next purchase. \n\n\n\nPlus…\n\n\n\nOS1st will be onsite with performance and recovery products\, including compression socks\, braces\, sleeves\, and medical kits. \n\n\n\nCurrex/Powerstep will help you find the right activity-specific insole for your feet\, with options for high\, medium\, and low arches in sizes XS–XXL. \n\n\n\nExclusive Employee Perks\n\n\n\nSimply attend\, spend time with the Sole Sports team and brand representatives\, and you’ll receive a gift certificate toward your next purchase. \n\n\n\nEveryone will be walking away with: \n\n\n\n\nOS1st Medical Kits\n\n\n\nFeetures Socks\n\n\n\nCurrex OR Powerstep Insoles\n\n\n\nFootBalance Insole Gift Certificate (These are customs).\n\n\n\n$100 Sole Sports Gift Certificate\n\n\n\nSmall Items from brands: Referral Pads\, Shoe Horns\, Stickers\, Swag\, etc.\n\n\n\n\nLight food and beverages will be provided. \n\n\n\nLight snacks provided by Altra and On. Drinks (beer\, wine\, seltzer\, water\, soda) provided by Asics. Stop by\, grab a bite\, meet the vendors\, and take advantage of this exclusive employee event. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 286:00–8:00 PMSpooner Sports Institute \n\n\n\nBring your current running or walking shoes if you’d like personalized recommendations\, invite your coworkers\, and come discover what the right footwear can do for your comfort\, performance\, and the patients you serve. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Spooner + Sole Sports\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Shoe Size(Required)Gender(Required)\n \n Men’s\n \n \n Women’s\n CommentsPlease let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away. URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com/events/spooner-sole-sports/ LOCATION:Spooner Sports Institute\, 5750 S 32nd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85040\, United States CATEGORIES:Employee Event,Sports Medicine Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.spoonerpt.com/wp-content/uploads/SpoonerSoleSports_v2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260804T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260804T200000 DTSTAMP:20260626T214946Z CREATED:20260626T144241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T214946Z UID:10000177-1785869100-1785873600@www.spoonerpt.com SUMMARY:Improving Confidence with Lumbar Manipulations and Mobilizations DESCRIPTION:STUDENTS AND THERAPISTS\n\n\n\nPlease join us for hands-on practice on“Improving Confidence with Lumbar Manipulations & Mobilizations and Differential Diagnosis”\n\n\n\nAn evening of mentorship focused on mobilization and manipulation techniques for the lumbar spine. \n\n\n\nTUESDAY\, August 4th @ 6:45PM \n\n\n\nIF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND\, PLEASE COMPLETE THE RSVP FORM BELOW \n\n\n\nOverview: \n\n\n\n\nDiscussion on clinical decision-making for interventions\n\n\n\nUnderstanding mobilization and manipulation techniques for the lumbar spine\n\n\n\nTargeted hands-on practice with multiple rounds of feedback\n\n\n\n\nFormat: In Person\n\n\n\nAudience: \n\n\n\nAre you excited to discuss and develop your practice and your clinical reasoning skills? All are welcome! This session is specifically designed for beginners and people looking to improve their confidence. \n\n\n\n\nALL Spooner students  (PT\, OT\, and PTA )\n\n\n\nSpooner physical therapists \n\n\n\nSpooner hand therapists \n\n\n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoe Escobedo\, PT\, DPT\, OCS\, FAAOMPT\, COMTSpooner South Mountain \n\n\n\nEducation:DPT – Creighton University (2018)BS – Northern Arizona University (2014) \n\n\n\nCertifications: \n\n\n\n\nBoard Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy\n\n\n\nFellow\, American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapists\n\n\n\nCertified in Orthopedic Manual Therapy\n\n\n\n\nAreas of Interest: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral Orthopedics\n\n\n\nInjury Prevention\n\n\n\nManual therapy\n\n\n\nSports Injury and Rehabilitation\n\n\n\n\nAbout Joe:Joe joined the Spooner Physical Therapy team in June 2018\, after completing his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Creighton University in Omaha\, NE. Originally from Phoenix\, AZ\, he received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Northern Arizona University\, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2014. \n\n\n\nJoe strives to give each patient an individualized experience by listening to their story and circumstances\, helping them work towards their goals\, and giving them the tools they need to succeed. He also strives to be a life long learner through continuing education and evidence-based practice. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Student Learning Night August 2026\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Cell Phone(Required)Your Clinic(Required)AhwatukeeAnthemAvondaleBuckeyeBiltmoreChandler (Uptown )CoppellDesert RidgeEast ChandlerFountain HillsGilbertGlendaleGoodyearMesa GatewayLake PleasantLaveenNorth MesaNorth PhoenixOcotilloOld TownPeoriaPhoenixRockwallScottsdaleSouth MountainSports InstituteSunnyslopeSurpriseSurprise City CenterI am a bridge therapistI am a student but not at SpoonerDo you have any questions for your host\, Joe Escobedo?Joe will prepare to address these questions to ensure the session is as beneficial as possible for everyone!Do you have any questions about the event?Joe will follow up with you personally. URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com/events/improving-confidence-with-lumbar-manipulations-and-mobilizations-4/ LOCATION:Spooner South Mountain\, 3540 E Baseline Rd Suite 103\, Phoenix\, Arizona\, 85042\, United States CATEGORIES:Employee Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.spoonerpt.com/wp-content/uploads/AugustStudents.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Escobedo%2C PT%2C DPT%2C OCS%2C FAAOMPT%2C COMT":MAILTO:j.escobedo@spoonerpt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260806T163000 DTSTAMP:20260702T211516Z CREATED:20260626T162855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T211516Z UID:10000178-1786003200-1786033800@www.spoonerpt.com SUMMARY:PT & OT School Admissions Workshop: Achieve the Interview DESCRIPTION:Meet admissions faculty fromfour PT programs in one day.\n\n\n\nGet personalized feedback on your application\, practice interviewing\, and learn what admissions committees are really looking for. \n\n\n\nOne day. Four universities. Countless insights.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThinking about PT or OT school? \n\n\n\nJoin admissions faculty from ATSU\, Midwestern\, and Creighton\, along with current PT students from NAU and Midwestern\, for an interactive workshop designed to help you become a stronger applicant. \n\n\n\nDURING THE WORKSHOP\, YOU WILL:\n\n\n\n\nPractice mock interviews with admissions faculty\n\n\n\nReceive application & personal statement guidance\n\n\n\nLearn what admissions committees look for\n\n\n\nAsk questions about PT & OT programs\n\n\n\nHear from current PT students about life in graduate school\n\n\n\nNetwork with admissions representatives\n\n\n\n\nNEW THIS YEAR\n\n\n\nHear directly from current PT students about: \n\n\n\n\nApplying to PT school\n\n\n\nSurviving your first year\n\n\n\nClinical rotations\n\n\n\nWhat they wish they knew\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re planning to apply this cycle\, considering PT or OT school in the future\, or just exploring your options\, this workshop is for you. You don’t have to be applying to one of the participating programs to benefit. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 12 participants per session. We will host 3 sessions on August 6th at Spooner SunnyslopeSession 1: 8:00am- 10:30amSession 2: 11:00am-1:30pmSession 3: 2:00pm- 4:30pm Session availability will be on a first-come\, first-served basis for applicants who are accepted. Application deadline: Friday\, July 24th! \n\n\n\nNote: This opportunity to learn from experts is not considered part of your normal work hours. Please communicate with your directors on scheduling and hours. \n\n\n\n \n \n Workshop – Achieve the Interview 2026\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Cell Phone(Required)Preferred Contact Method(Required)\n \n Email\n \n \n Phone\n Have you attended a previous "Achieving the Interview" workshop with Spooner?(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Which session would you prefer attending?(Required)\n \n \n 8:00 am – 10:30 am\n \n \n \n 11:00 am – 1:30 pm\n \n \n \n 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm\n Note: If your preferred session is full\, we will move you to a different session if available.To which schools have you/will you apply?(Required)If you have not yet applied\, when do you anticipate submitting applications?(Required)Month and Year\, please type n/a if you’ve already appliedWhich type of program are you applying to?(Required)\n \n PT\n \n \n OT\n \n \n PTA\n \n \n Other\n Would you like to work in the Phoenix metro area after PT school?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Undecided\n Please share a couple sentences on what your professional goals are and why.Do you have any questions regarding working as as physical therapist\, occupational therapist\, or physical therapy assistant at Spooner? URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com/events/spooner-workshop-achieve-the-interview/ LOCATION:Spooner Sunnyslope\, 717 W Dunlap Ave.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85021\, United States CATEGORIES:Employee Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.spoonerpt.com/wp-content/uploads/AchieveTheInterview_2026-v3.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kornelia Kolano%2C Human Resources Sr. Recruiter":MAILTO:k.kolano@spoonerpt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260806T193000 DTSTAMP:20260626T140707Z CREATED:20260626T140420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T140707Z UID:10000175-1786039200-1786044600@www.spoonerpt.com SUMMARY:The Playbook for Non-Operative Sports Medicine DESCRIPTION:COMPLETE THE RSVP FORM BELOW TO SAVE YOUR SPOT. \n\n\n\nAn Evening with Arizona Sports Medicine Center \n\n\n\nThursday\, August 6\, 20266:00 PMSpooner Sports Institute \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging discussion with Dr. Brenden Koistinen and Dr. Timothy Ratliff from Arizona Sports Medicine Center as they explore the latest non-operative treatment options helping active individuals recover from injury\, reduce pain\, and return to the activities they love. \n\n\n\nLearn how sports medicine physicians determine when conservative care is appropriate and gain practical insight into emerging treatments\, including: \n\n\n\n\nPlatelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)\n\n\n\nPlatelet-Poor Plasma (PPP)\n\n\n\nTendon Fenestration\n\n\n\nExtracorporeal Shockwave Therapy\n\n\n\nOther regenerative and non-surgical interventions\n\n\n\n\nThis event is designed for:\n\n\n\n\nPhysical Therapists\n\n\n\nOccupational Therapists\n\n\n\nPersonal Trainers\n\n\n\nPhysical Therapy Students\n\n\n\nOccupational Therapy Students\n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Gain\n\n\n\n\nA better understanding of current non-operative treatment options\n\n\n\nInsight into patient selection and clinical decision-making\n\n\n\nStrategies for collaborating with sports medicine physicians\n\n\n\nPractical knowledge you can apply immediately in practice\n\n\n\n\nFood and refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nRSVP BELOW! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Event: The Playbook for Non-Operative Sports Medicine\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com/events/the-playbook-for-non-operative-sports-medicine-2/ LOCATION:Spooner Sports Institute\, 5750 S 32nd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85040\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Employee Event,Sports Medicine Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.spoonerpt.com/wp-content/uploads/Non-Op-SportsMed-Web.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Krause%2C PT%2C DPT%2C CHC":MAILTO:a.krause@spoonerpt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260825T203000 DTSTAMP:20260717T201409Z CREATED:20260717T201048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T201409Z UID:10000180-1787680800-1787689800@www.spoonerpt.com SUMMARY:Student Networking Night DESCRIPTION:Student Networking Night\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’ve done a rotation with us\, are currently on-site\, or are simply exploring your options\, this is your chance to go beyond the clinic and connect with the leaders shaping the future of physical therapy and occupational therapy. \n\n\n\nWe want to extend a special invitation to our Student Networking Night and hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun evening of networking and mingling\, plus an opportunity to talk with CEO Tim Spooner and Regional Director Anthony Celio\, PT\, DPT\, COMT\, FAFS\, about the profession and their vision for the future! We will have food and refreshments to enjoy during the evening! \n\n\n\nIf you have friends attending school for physical or occupational therapy\, please bring them along! Make sure to forward them this event page\, so they can also RSVP! \n\n\n\nWhere: Hundred Mile Brewing Company690 N Scottsdale Rd Unit ATempe\, AZ 85281When: Tuesday\, August 25\, 20266:00 PM – 8:30 PMWho: Current/Past StudentsClinical InstructorsClinic Directors\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Student Networking Night August 2026\n RSVP for this Student Networking Night! \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.About YouYour Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Your Email Address(Required)\n \n Cell Phone(Required)Current Clinical Location(Required)What school do you attend?(Required)If you’re not a Spooner student\, how did you hear about the event?What's on your mind?We’d love to answer your questions! What would you like Tim Spooner and Anthony Celio to address during our fire-side chat?Your Comments/Questions(Required) URL:https://www.spoonerpt.com/events/student-networking-night-6/ LOCATION:Hundred Mile Brewing Company\, 690 N. Scottsdale Road\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85288\, United States CATEGORIES:Employee Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.spoonerpt.com/wp-content/uploads/Student-Networking-Night-August-2026.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kornelia Kolano%2C Human Resources Sr. Recruiter":MAILTO:k.kolano@spoonerpt.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR