Skill Surge is MDDI’s new training workshop for team members
Skill Surge 2026 is November 14th! There are 7 possible workshops. See the descriptions
HERE Each team member will participate in a minimum of three skills workshops based on
their preferences. However, it is also possible to choose a full day of 6 or something in
between.
Where
UMBC 1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 221250
ITE Building and Engineering Atrium
Timing
- Check In for the morning sessions begins at 8:45, and workshops begin at 9:15. The
workshop concludes at 12:15 - Lunch 12:15 – 1:00
- Afternoon workshops begins at 1:15, and conclude at 4:15
Registration Details
- Register here! Please register by Friday, October 30. Note that the sooner you register, the more likely it is we can give you your preferred workshops!
Questions?
We’re happy to help! Email laura.elkins@marylanddi.org!
FAQs
Q. What if some team members want to attend but others cannot?
A. You are certainly welcome to come with whatever team members are available. It’s a
great opportunity to make new friends, and bring information back to your team. If your
team manager is unable to attend that’s okay too, but another designated adult must
remain with the team.
Q. How can I request an accommodation to make this event more accessible?
A. This is a priority for us! There is a spot to note accommodation requests on your
registration, and you can also email laura.elkins@marylanddi.org!
Q. What is the cost to attend?
A. DIve In registration is included in your affiliate fee! There is no additional cost for teams!
Q. What should we bring?
A. Water, snacks, and be sure to wear comfy clothes so you can move around and sit on
the floor.
Email Communication:
Skill Surge 2026 is just a month away and registration is now open! Skill Surge is MDDI’s new training workshop for teams. Each team attends three hands-on skills workshops tailored to their preferences. This is a valuable experience for new and returning teams as they prepare their solutions.
We are so excited about the workshop offerings we have in store for you this year. Designed by alumni and long time volunteers, these hands-on workshops will help your team build the skills they need as tournament season approaches. You can register your team by following this link. Please register by October 30 (and the sooner you register, the more likely we are to be able to give you your first choice of workshops). We look forward to welcoming as many team members as possible, accompanied by you or another designated adult!
For more details, please visit our website. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to laura.elkins@marylanddi.org via email. See you at Skill Surge 2026!