Compass Camp | Training 1
Registration closes Aug 14, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT


Time and Location
Sep 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT – Sep 18, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT
Valor Compass Center, 4523 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Details
The participant who is attending the event must register themselves so that we have accurate participant needs and they receive all event communication. Please do not complete the registration on behalf of another person or you will be asked to resubmit.
Event registration closes on August 14th
Travel & Planning Considerations
🕜 Arrival & Departure Times: Please book flights that allow you to be fully present for all sessions. Plan to arrive at the Compass Center no later than 8:30am CT on Day 1 & book a return flight leaving no earlier than 5:30pm CT on Day 3.
🏫 Location: All sessions will take place at the Valor Compass Center which is located at 4523 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211.
⚪ Engagement & Presence: As you prepare for this event please let your colleagues know that you will not be accessible during core sessions. Compass Camp is an active training experience and requires your full attunement to maximize learning. Please note that during sessions, all participants are directed to put personal devices such as phones and laptops away to avoid distractions and to be fully "dropped-in" and present.
🏨 Local Lodging: When planning your travel please consider that the Compass Center is located in the South Nashville neighborhood and close to Brentwood, TN. If you are looking for specific local recommendations as you plan your trip, please review our Visitor Guide.
🍽️ Meals: We will provide breakfast, coffee, snacks/drinks, and lunch on all 3 days of the training. Please bring a refillable bottle for water. You will be on your own for dinner each evening, please review our Visitor Guide for recommendations.
👫 Dress code for this event is casual. We want you to feel comfortable throughout the event so dress for a sense of ease.
🚗 Daily Travel to the Compass Center: Once in Nashville if you are relying on Uber/Lyft we recommend pre-scheduling your rides to ensure you arrive on time each day with plenty of time for breakfast! Arrival traffic at the schools is heaviest from 7:15 - 7:55am.
❓ Other Questions? Shoot us an email at compass@valorcollegiate.org and we'll get back to you.
Required Pre-Work (30 minutes)
The required pre-work for Training 1 is combination of individual pre-work and team pre-work. Please read this doc carefully and ensure you have set aside sufficient time to complete. Principals are responsible for submitting team pre-work to your Valor Coach no later than September 15.
Agenda for our Time Together
Wednesday
8:30-9:00 - Check-in & Breakfast
9:00-10:15 - Training 1 Opening
10:15-10:30 - Break
10:30-11:45 - Intro to Circle
11:45-12:45 - Lunch
12:45-2:15 - Emotional Safety in Circle
2:15-2:30 - Break
2:30-4:00 - Experiential Circles
Thursday
8:00 - 8:30 - Arrival & Breakfast
8:30 - 10:30 - Attune & Validate
10:30-10:45 - Break
10:45-12:15 - Warm Launch & True North
12:15-1:15 - Lunch
1:15-2:15 - Culture Teams Challenge
2:15-2:30 - Break
2:30-4:00 - Leveling Up Your Adult Culture
5:00 - Social Event: The Wedge
Friday
8:30 - 9:00 - Arrival & Breakfast
9:00-10:15 - Cultivating Compass Buy-in
10:15-10:30 - Break
10:30-12:00 - Establishing Relational Commitments
12:00-1:00 - Lunch
1:00-2:15 - Team Action Planning
2:15-3:00 - Closing
Registration closes Aug 14, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT