This conference for anyone wanting to better understand movement, performance, coaching, and athlete development.

The Australian Athletics National Coaching Conference (AANCC) brings together coaches, athletes, teachers, strength and conditioning professionals, officials, allied health practitioners, and anyone passionate about learning more and helping people run, jump, throw, and move better.

Hosted at the University of Queensland in Brisbane from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October 2026, this three-day conference will explore practical coaching insights and real-world strategies for coaches at every level, from community through to high performance. The conference is designed to create a space where coaches and practitioners at every level can connect, share ideas, and learn from each other.

While grounded in athletics, the conference is designed for far more than track and field coaches alone. Running, jumping, throwing, movement, speed, and athletic development underpin almost every sport, making the event highly relevant for coaches across all sporting codes, PE teachers, strength and conditioning professionals, athletes, officials, and anyone passionate about helping people move and perform better. Whether you work in community sport, schools, recreational running, or high performance environments, the conference will provide practical ideas, conversations, and connections you can immediately apply in your own setting.

The Australian Athletics National Coaching Conference is the leading event for coaches, educators, and practitioners wanting to better understand running, jumping, throwing, movement, and athletic performance.