The internationally renowned International Festival of Athletics Coaching (IFAC) is coming to Ghent this year, turning Belgium into the hub of the global coaching and athletics community. This prestigious congress brings together world-class coaches, scientists, and high-performance experts for three days of knowledge sharing, workshops, and inspiring keynote sessions.
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⭐ Why IFAC Ghent 2025 Is So Special

The IFAC congress is widely recognized as the place where coaches, performance experts, and sports scientists exchange the latest insights in coaching, talent development, innovation, and high-performance training. With IFAC coming to Ghent, Belgium gains a unique opportunity to position itself as an international hotspot for sport and scientific excellence.

Highlights of the congress:

🇧🇪 A Belgian first — IFAC will be hosted in Belgium for the very first time.
🧠 Leading speakers from the global athletics and coaching community.
🔬 State-of-the-art workshops on training, technique, data analysis, and talent development.
🤝 Networking opportunities with coaches and experts from more than 30 countries.
📈 A strong focus on the sustainable development of athletes and coaches.

🎯 Who Is IFAC Ghent 2025 For?

This congress is designed for a wide range of professionals in sport and coaching, including:

• Athletics coaches (youth, elite, recreational, high performance)

• Strength & conditioning coaches

• Sports scientists and performance analysts

• Sport educators, support staff, and club coaches

• Students and professionals in sport-related academic programs

The breadth of the programme makes IFAC equally valuable for emerging coaches and experienced high-performance practitioners seeking deeper expertise.

📚 What to Expect From the Programme

The IFAC Ghent 2025 programme includes:

• Inspiring keynotes by leading international experts

• Practical sessions focused on athletics techniques

• Workshops on sprint, endurance, strength training, and biomechanics

• Sessions on mental training, recovery, nutrition, and load management

• Expert panels on innovation, talent identification, and coaching philosophy