Registration is open for the Golden cohort
Spots are limited in the Golden cohort
Fall 2026 cohort starts September 8
Train for What's Possible.
Spaces in Golden's Fall 2026 cohort are limited. IGNITE is structured youth strength and conditioning for competitive athletes ages 13 to 17, delivered by certified coach Karen Pulsifer at Golden Secondary School. Strength and conditioning sessions run Tuesdays, 7:00 to 8:00 am, and Thursdays, 3:30 to 4:30 pm. The gymnastics component is delivered at Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club. Registration is open now.
Register now. Spots in Golden are limited.
Registration is open, until spots are filled. The Fall and Spring bundle is the best way to lock in the full first year of IGNITE at the lowest total cost. Why the price difference for the IGNITE program from other communities? An anonymous partner of PacificSport Columbia Basin has made a significant contribution to reduce costs to Golden youth participants.
Regular Registration
Each 12-week cohort includes twice-weekly sessions with Karen Pulsifer at Golden Secondary School. Built around school and existing sport schedules.
Register NowFall and Spring Bundle
Register for both the Fall (Strength and Stability) and Spring (Speed and Power) Foundations cohorts together and save $100. The most complete first-year IGNITE experience, and the best value in the program.
Register — BundlePricing is set for Golden. The bundle must be registered together to receive the discount. Questions? Email columbiabasin@pacificsport.com
Karen Pulsifer
Certified Athletic Therapist. B.Sc. Human Kinetics, University of Guelph. Athletic Therapy specialization, Mount Royal University. CAT(C). Movement-focused, athlete-centred coaching built on injury prevention, strength development, and long-term performance.
Karen Pulsifer
Karen Pulsifer brings a strong movement-focused and athlete-centred approach to the IGNITE Athlete Development Program. As a Certified Athletic Therapist with a background in Human Kinetics, Karen understands how to support athletes through injury prevention, movement confidence, strength development, and long-term performance.
Karen's coaching philosophy is centred on helping athletes move well, build confidence, and develop the physical foundation they need to succeed in sport and life. Her approach is evidence-based, hands-on, and tailored to the individual, recognizing that every athlete brings different strengths, goals, and areas for growth.
She believes athlete development is about more than training hard. It is about learning how the body moves, building strong habits, and creating an environment where athletes feel supported, capable, and ready to take the next step.
Karen holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph and specialized in Athletic Therapy at Mount Royal University. She is a Certified Athletic Therapist, CAT(C), with experience in injury prevention, assessment, rehabilitation, and performance-focused movement.
Her background includes working with varsity-level athletes, contributing to research at the University of Calgary's Kinesiology and Sports Medicine departments, and teaching group fitness at BASE Health and Wellness in Golden, BC.
Outside of coaching, Karen enjoys skiing, mountain biking, functional fitness, and staying active in the Golden community.
"The best thing about coaching IGNITE is helping athletes move with confidence, build strong foundations, and discover what they are capable of."Karen Pulsifer, IGNITE Head Coach, Golden
Where Golden athletes train.
Strength and conditioning sessions are delivered at Golden Secondary School under Karen Pulsifer. The gymnastics component of the program is held at Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club.
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Plan the full pathway from day one.
Athletes who start with Foundations in Fall 2026 could follow the complete IGNITE pathway through Aspire and beyond. Foundations athletes receive priority access to Aspire registration before it opens to others.
| Stage | Cohort Focus | Days and Times | Dates | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1, Foundations Foundations | Strength and Stability | Tue 7:00–8:00 am, Thu 3:30–4:30 pm | Sept 8 to Nov 26, 2026 | Registration Open |
| Stage 1, Foundations Foundations | Speed and Power | TBA | April 5 to June 24, 2027 | Registration Open |
| Stage 2, Aspire Aspire | Strength and Stability | TBA | Sept 7 to Nov 25, 2027 | Registration Opens 2027 |
| Stage 2, Aspire Aspire | Speed and Power | TBA | April 3 to June 22, 2028 | Coming 2028 |
| Stage 3, Perform Perform | Strength and Stability | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| Stage 3, Perform Perform | Speed and Power | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Aspire registration opens in 2027, giving Foundations athletes the first opportunity to secure their spot before registration opens to others. Stage 3 Perform dates and registration details will be confirmed as the pathway progresses.
The physical foundation every sport is built on.
Golden's competitive athletes are putting in the work every season. IGNITE gives them the physical platform to go further with it. Structured, twice-weekly sessions that build strength, speed, coordination, and movement quality across every sport, every season.
Built for Competitive Athletes
Designed for athletes already competing in hockey, skiing, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and more. IGNITE complements team practice rather than competing with it, and the physical gains carry across every sport on your athlete's schedule.
Coached the Right Way
Karen Pulsifer delivers the Canadian Sport Institute Pacific curriculum at every session. Technique comes before load, quality before quantity. Athletes learn to move correctly first, which reduces injury risk and builds the kind of confidence that shows up in competition.
Local, Right Here in Golden
Delivered at Golden Secondary School, with the gymnastics component at Kicking Horse Gymnastics Club. Karen is part of this community and understands what Golden athletes are working toward.
A Pathway, Not Just a Program
IGNITE is structured across progressive stages: Foundations, Aspire, and Perform. Athletes who start in Fall 2026 could follow the full pathway, with priority registration access at each stage along the way.
Built for athletes across every sport.
IGNITE is not designed for one sport. The physical foundations of strength, speed, coordination, and movement quality carry across every discipline your athlete competes in. Currently supporting athletes in 15 or more sports, including:
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Register for Fall 2026.
Registration is open, until spots are filled. Secure your athlete's spot in the Golden cohort.