IAKS Congress 2025: Shaping the future of sports and leisure

This year’s IAKS Congress is all about action - showing how the sports and leisure industry gets things done! Together, we’ll explore innovative venues and forward-thinking concepts that are already transforming active communities. Dive into real-world solutions that address current trends and challenges shaping the way we design and plan facilities for the future.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from world-class experts, connect with leading industry professionals, and engage in dynamic knowledge exchange. It’s your chance to gain fresh insights, spark new ideas, and play a role in turning bold visions into reality.

Join us in Cologne, Germany this October and be part of the movement to make the future happen!

„While it is certainly a long way from New Zealand the quality of the speakers, the content of their presentations, the organisation by yourselves and the sheer scale of the FSB made the trip extremely worthwhile and has given us much to ponder and consider going forward.“

Julian Todd
Sport New Zealand

„High level conference with good practical inspiration from the FSB.“

Theis Bavnhøj Hansen
Faaborg-Midtfyn Kommune, Denmark

„Wonderfully organised and managed conference. I gained a great deal from it and enjoyed my time with the rest of those who attended.“

Mike Lawless
LA ARCHITECTS, UK

„From what I observed, the quality of the presentations and attendees was of the highest nature. I really appreciated the international forum that IAKS offers with the exchange of work, ideas and your beautiful publication. It allows us to learn from each other and realize how much we all share in common.“

Jim Kalvelage
Opsis Architecture, USA

„I learned a huge amount which will stand our business in good stead as we evolve our plans“

Heath Harvey
Argent, UK

„Overwhelmed by the quality of every aspect of this event.“

Conrad Boychuk
Canada