Overview:

The Paddy Crean International Workshop is the flagship workshop held by the IOSP, bringing together enthusiast of all levels for a weeks worth of sharing and learning.  The Paddy offers everything from historical fencing, stunt work, modern martial arts, fight direction, stage combat, intimacy and a wide variety of movement systems; artists and participants are drawn from all over the globe to join The Paddy, a truly unique, life changing experience.
Paddy Crean Workshop - From the Ashes Logo

What (in brief):

The theme of this year's workshop is "Closing the Distance". This has the dual meaning of bringing people together from around the globe but also a combat idea of exploring range. We want to explore what can happen when we not only get in distance but close the distance in a fun and creative way. We can't wait for you to join us in Banff! 
  • 5 days
  • Workshop features 5 key pillars of training in addition to other specialties:
    • Stunts & Film
    • Historical Combat
    • Intimacy
    • Stage Combat
    • Movement Studies

Dates:

  • January 3rd - Participants Arrive
    • January 4th - Workshop begins
    • January 8th - Workshop Ends
  • January 9th - General Departure

Cost:

Paid at Registration
Workshop Fee Early Bird Rate (Through June 30):  $1190 
Workshop Fee Standard Rate (June 30 - Nov 24): $1290 

Paid at upon Check out in Banff
Single Accommodation + Meal Plan: $1912 total 

Shared Accommodation + Meal Plan: $1225 total (per person)
You do not need to have a selected roommate to register for the shared accommodation. If you o not have one at the time of registration, one will be assigned to you at a later date. You can reach out to potential room mates on our Facebook group page. 

Meal Plan includes 2 meals per day Jan 4 - 8.
*Amounts rounded to the nearest dollar.

Additional taxes and fees include: $15 Facility Fee per night, 2% Tourism Improvement Fee, 4% Alberta Tourism Levy, and 5% Goods and Services Tax 

Registration set to open June 2025!
Keep an eye on our socials or email marketing@theiosp.org to be added to our newsletter and stay in the know!

TOTAL COSTS (pre-tax): 
  • Early Bird - Shared Accommodation: $2425
(approximately 1700 USD, 1570 EUR, 1310 GBP, 2695 AUD)*
  • Early Bird - Single Accommodation : $3100
(approximately 2165 USD, 2010 EUR, 1675 GBP, 3450 AUD)*

Rates increase by $100 CAD July 1, 2025

* subject to currency rates at time of registration.

Meal Plan:

VERY IMPORTANT - different than past workshop years the Meal Plan allows for two meals per day, specifically lunch and dinner, as opposed to the previous flex plan - breakfast can be optionally purchased from the Banff Centre by participants if desired on the morning. This meal plan provides participants with a buffet style offering with workshop participants at the Vistas Dining Room. Room service is additional.

To Register:

  • Registration will open Summer 2025! 
  • We request you either give your email to the Banff Centre when registering or email registration@theiosp.org after registering so we can ensure you receive workshop information in a timely manner
  • Are you a speaker: No
  • Select your accommodation
    • Arrive Jan 3, Depart Jan 9
    • If sharing a room, be prepared to provide the name of your roommate.
  • Input your information 
    • Company: IOSP
  • Upon Confirmation of your registration, you will be charged the cost of the workshop fee. 
  • Accommodation fees will be charged upon check out of the Banff Center in January.
*The total will not be displayed on your registration form, see above for total costs or contact the Banff Centre.* 

Banff Centre is handling all technical aspects of registration and will be the contact for questions: reservations@banffcentre.ca 

Conference Registration Notes & Cancellation
  • For cancellation requests received between September 1, 2025 and November 27, 2025 will receive a 50% refund of the registration fees, less an administration charge of $100 CAD.
  • Registration fees will not be refunded in any portion if cancellation is received after November 24, 2023.
  • Registration may be transferred to another individual for a $50.00 CAD administration fee. 
Accommodation Reservation Cancellation
  • Room cancellations must be received by the Banff Centre's Reservations office at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled arrival.
  • Reservations canceled less than 72 hours prior to arrival are subject to a charge equivalent to one nights' stay plus taxes and fees.

Location:

Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity
107 Tunnel Mountain Drive
PO Box 1020 Banff, Alberta
Canada
T1L 1H5

The IOSP would like to thank Banff Center for being our home for more than two decades and we are very excited to return in 2026.

The workshop has been held at Banff Centre in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Please check out all the amazing work they do:
  • Purpose: Banff Centre exists for the advancement of creative potential that enriches our world.
  • Mission: Banff Centre brings artists, leaders, and communities together to create, collaborate, share, envision, learn, and be inspired.
  • Vision: 
    • To be a catalyst for creativity and thought, where potential is realized.
    • To inspire leaders - artists, cultural, business, and community - to conceive powerful ideas and create new work that can be shared with and improve our world.
    • To experience the power of the mountains, particularly our home on Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain, supported by talented employees and thought leaders, to envision and to create, and be in relationship with our environment and each other. 
    • To be accessible, open, respectful, and welcoming as we build new connections across disciplines and cultures, create new learning opportunities for participants, and enhance and share knowledge and experiences with each other locally and globally.