Youth DevelopmentCon 2026
Behind every champion is a coach who got it right.
”⚡ Early Bird ends April 30
NSCA GERMANYThe Future of Youth Sport Starts in Munich
This specialized congress of NSCA GERMANY — together with Sportschule Oberhaching — sets new standards for Long-Term Athlete Development. To guarantee the highest scientific quality, this event takes place for the first time in close cooperation with the DVS – Deutsche Vereinigung für Sportwissenschaft.
15
World-Class Speakers
60+
Years Combined Research
2
Intensive Days
220
Limited Spots
The absolute best in their field — live in Munich
Rhodri S. Lloyd is the most cited scientist in youth S&C globally. Des Ryan shapes the next generation at Setanta College. Ludwig Ruf brings research straight from the DVS. Plus 12 more top experts.
Specialized Expertise in Youth Training
Focus on the physiological and pedagogical specifics of youth training — evidence-based methods built exclusively for children and adolescents, not simply scaled-down adult programs.
Science & Practice
High-caliber keynotes and hands-on workshops in the world-class facilities of Sportschule Oberhaching. Science you can apply from Monday morning — practical tools for every session.
Global Network
Connect with international NSCA experts and leading German sports scientists from the DVS. 220 professionals. The people shaping the future of youth sport in Europe — in one room.
DVS Partnership
For the first time, this event takes place in close cooperation with the DVS – Deutsche Vereinigung für Sportwissenschaft, guaranteeing the highest scientific quality standards in Germany.
Core Topics of Youth Development
Strength training for children, age-appropriate Strength and Conditioning, nutrition in growth, bioaging, LTAD (Longterm Athlete Development) and prevention strategies — the full spectrum covered in depth.
Be Part of History
This is the inaugural edition of Youth Development Con26. The professionals who attend the first congress will be the ones who shape the field for the next decade.
Specialized Expertise in Youth Training
Focus on the physiological and pedagogical specifics of youth training — evidence-based methods built exclusively for children and adolescents, not simply scaled-down adult programs.
Science & Practice
High-caliber keynotes and hands-on workshops in the world-class facilities of Sportschule Oberhaching. Science you can apply from Monday morning — practical tools for every session.
Global Network
Connect with international NSCA experts and leading German sports scientists from the DVS. 220 professionals. The people shaping the future of youth sport in Europe — in one room.
DVS Partnership
For the first time, this event takes place in close cooperation with the DVS – Deutsche Vereinigung für Sportwissenschaft, guaranteeing the highest scientific quality standards in Germany.
Core Topics of Youth Development
Strength training for children, age-appropriate Strength and Conditioning, nutrition in growth, bioaging, LTAD (Longterm Athlete Development) and prevention strategies — the full spectrum covered in depth.
Be Part of History
This is the inaugural edition of Youth Development Con26. The professionals who attend the first congress will be the ones who shape the field for the next decade.
Sportschule Oberhaching
München, Deutschland
A premier sports facility in the southeast of Munich. Professional halls, outdoor facilities and conference rooms.
15
Experts
2
Days
220
Spots
Youth Development Con26 · Munich · June 2026
Two days of the best science in youth development. And then what?
Spending two days with the world's top minds will change how you see your work. You'll leave Munich with tools you apply on Monday — and a hunger for more. That's exactly the moment the YSCC Certificate was built for: so you can keep going.
The next step
NSCA Germany YSCC Certificate — Pre-sale June 14th
The first and only credential of its kind. Pre-sale opens exclusively for congress attendees — right after the last session.
NSCA Germany Youth Strength & Conditioning Certificate
Pre-sale opens HERE — live on June 14th
The NSCA Germany Youth S&C Certificate is one of a kind — all the leading expertise in a single credential. Pre-sale opens exclusively on-site on June 14th. Only congress attendees get first access.
Globally recognized
By employers & federations
In English
Internationally applicable
First cohort ever
June 14, 2026 · Munich
What We Cover
Six core pillars. Two days. Everything you need to train the athletes of tomorrow.
Evidence-Based Youth Training
What does the science actually say about training children and adolescents? Direct from the researchers who produce it.
Structures & Models of Youth Sport
Clubs, parents, coaches. The ecosystem around young athletes and how to make it work.
Speed, Agility, Strength & More
Testing & Assessment, Mindset, and all the physical qualities that define elite young athletes.
Applied Directly on the Field
Fun. Expertise. Power. Sessions you take back to training on Monday.
Long-Term Athlete Development
The full roadmap from first movement to elite performance — evidence-based, athlete-centred.
Football, Basketball, Tennis & More
General vs. sport-specific training. When to generalize, when to specialize.
Meet the Speakers
15 world-leading experts in youth strength & conditioning — learn to train the athletes of the future.
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🏴Rhodri S. Lloyd
PhD, FNSCA
Professor of Strength & Conditioning
Cardiff Metropolitan University
🇮🇪Des Ryan
·
Director of Coaching & Performance
Setanta College
🇩🇪Jonathan Januschke
·
Youth S&C Specialist
Germany
🇩🇪Benjamin Böckelmann
·
Performance & Conditioning Expert
Germany
🇬🇧Piers Plowman
·
Education Manager
HYROX 365 Academy
🇩🇪Ludwig Ruf
PhD
Sports Scientist
Germany
🇸🇪Joel Hansson
·
Athletic Performance Specialist
Scandinavia
🇩🇪Marko Matusinski
·
High Performance Coach
Germany
🇩🇪Berthold Bisselik
·
S&C & Movement Specialist
Germany
🌍Igor Macner
·
Youth Performance Expert
International
🇩🇪Leonard Nestler
·
Personal Trainer & S&C Coach
Bayerischer Basketballverband e.V.
🇩🇪Sascha Härtel
·
Head of Performance Diagnostics & Science Coordinator
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim Akademie GmbH
🇩🇪Stefan Altmann
Dr.
CEO TSG Hoffenheim ResearchLabs & Head of Performance Diagnostics, KIT
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim ResearchLabs / Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
🇳🇴Kristoffer Roksvaag
·
PhD Candidate TSG ResearchLab & KIT | S&C Coach TSG Hoffenheim Academy
DVS – Deutsche Vereinigung für Sportwissenschaft
🇩🇪Martin Hanselmann
·
Head Coach & Coach Educator
American Football Verband Bayern
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🏴Rhodri S. Lloyd
PhD, FNSCA
Professor of Strength & Conditioning
Cardiff Metropolitan University
🇮🇪Des Ryan
·
Director of Coaching & Performance
Setanta College
🇩🇪Jonathan Januschke
·
Youth S&C Specialist
Germany
🇩🇪Benjamin Böckelmann
·
Performance & Conditioning Expert
Germany
🇬🇧Piers Plowman
·
Education Manager
HYROX 365 Academy
🇩🇪Ludwig Ruf
PhD
Sports Scientist
Germany
🇸🇪Joel Hansson
·
Athletic Performance Specialist
Scandinavia
🇩🇪Marko Matusinski
·
High Performance Coach
Germany
🇩🇪Berthold Bisselik
·
S&C & Movement Specialist
Germany
🌍Igor Macner
·
Youth Performance Expert
International
🇩🇪Leonard Nestler
·
Personal Trainer & S&C Coach
Bayerischer Basketballverband e.V.
🇩🇪Sascha Härtel
·
Head of Performance Diagnostics & Science Coordinator
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim Akademie GmbH
🇩🇪Stefan Altmann
Dr.
CEO TSG Hoffenheim ResearchLabs & Head of Performance Diagnostics, KIT
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim ResearchLabs / Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
🇳🇴Kristoffer Roksvaag
·
PhD Candidate TSG ResearchLab & KIT | S&C Coach TSG Hoffenheim Academy
DVS – Deutsche Vereinigung für Sportwissenschaft
🇩🇪Martin Hanselmann
·
Head Coach & Coach Educator
American Football Verband Bayern
Two Days of Excellence
A carefully curated program mixing cutting-edge science with practical application.
Day 1 — June 13
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Youth Development Con26 · Munich 2026 · 220 total spots
Price per person
- 2-day full access — June 13 & 14, 2026
- 15 world-class youth development speakers
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220 total spots · Sportschule Oberhaching, Munich · June 13 & 14, 2026
