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Practical coaching
Hands-on workshops and live demonstrations, not only theory
from a slide deck.
The international speed training conference, taking place in Italy.
Move better.
Move faster.
2 days of practical sessions with the coaches
and researchers redefining sprint performance
from the blocks to the finish line.
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Why attend
Where the science of speed meets the track.
Two days built around one idea: every talk has to earn its place on the track.
Speed Festival brings together the coaches and researchers redefining sprint performance and puts their work into practice.
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International expertise
Coaches, researchers, and practitioners from around the world, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and expand your network.
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Science meets the track
Research translated into what actually changes an athlete's performance.
Who it's for
Built for everyone
chasing velocity.
Whether you coach it, study it, or run it:Speed Festival is where the practical
and the scientific sides of sprint performance meet.
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Track & Field Coach
Learn how to improve your knowledge of sprint performance development for your athletes.
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Athletic Trainer
Understand how to train, develop, and improve acceleration, speed, and change of direction in major sports.
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Student
Apply practical sense to what you've studied in your academic path.
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Athlete
Grow your network, connect with top coaches, and deepen your knowledge of sprint performance.
Move better.
Move faster.
It is not only about producing more force.
The idea behind the festival
Speed starts with movement efficiency
To move faster, we first need to move better. It is not only about producing more force, it is about how that force is organised, timed and delivered.
01 — Coordination
02 — Timing
03 — Mechanics
The home of Speed Festival
DALMINE, Italy
Two full days of talks, workshops and networking with the Italian Alps on the horizon and a historic upper town a short ride away.
VenueCUS Dalmine
AddressVia Verdi 56, Dalmine (BG)
AirportOrio al Serio · 20 min
From MilanUnder 1 hour by train
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Speakers
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Program
Two days, two formats.
Simultaneous translation from English to Italian is provided throughout Sunday's conference.
Saturday
Hands-on workshops
Morning workshop
Speaker to be announced
Afternoon workshop
Speaker to be announced
60 seats Conference + Workshops only
Sunday
Main conference
Conference
7 keynote sessions and discussions
Simultaneous translation
English → Italian throughout the conference
170 seats Welcome coffee Lunch box
Registration
Two ways in.
Seats are limited and no on-site registration will be possible.Â
Conference only
Pricing coming soon
170 seats available
- Full Sunday conference (9:00–17:30)
- Simultaneous translation (EN→IT)
- Welcome coffee
- Welcome bag
- Lunch box
Conference + workshops
Pricing coming soon
FULL EXPERIENCE · only 60 seats
- Full Sunday conference (9:00–17:30)
- Simultaneous translation (EN→IT)
- Welcome coffee
- Welcome bag
- Lunch box
- Both Saturday workshops (10:00–13:00 and 14:00–17:00)
Registration is not available on-site under any circumstances. Questions? [email protected]
Throwback
From past editions
A look back at Speed Festival 2024 and 2025.
In their words
What past attendees say
I sincerely enjoyed the course. I most liked the speeches focused on coaches' experiences… I was fully and deeply interested by Hakan Andersson's talk.
RobertoThe course was very interesting due to the various guests and the opportunity to try the 1080 sprint… I would recommend it to any athletic trainer.
SimoneIt has been an amazing course. I did not doubt to travel from Spain to attend… The organization was great and overall a very good experience.
PedroPOWERED BY
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly does the event take place?
Speed Festival 2026 takes place at CUS Dalmine, Via Verdi 56, Dalmine (BG), Italy, on 10–11 October 2026. Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport is about 20 minutes away by taxi.
Is there a partner hotel for attendees?
Yes. We have a partnership with two hotels under the same management, both a short drive from CUS Dalmine: One Hotel (Dalmine) and Hotel Ristorante Continental (Osio Sotto). To access the special Speed Festival rate, email [email protected] and mention that you are attending Speed Festival — they will send you the rates and availability for both properties.
Is there translation available?
Yes, simultaneous translation from English to Italian is provided throughout Sunday's conference for Italian-speaking attendees.
Can I register on-site the day of the event?
No, on-site registration is not available under any circumstances. Seats are limited, so we recommend registering in advance once tickets open.
Can my company sponsor or support the event?
Yes. We have a range of sponsorship packages available for companies interested in supporting this high-level event. Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
I'm registering a team or association — is a group discount available?
Yes, multiple registrations can receive a discounted fee based on the number of participants. Contact us at [email protected] for details.