Be part of history at the first-ever Women in Sport Summit New Zealand & High Performance Day — a two-day experience bringing together athletes, coaches, executives, and changemakers to advance the future of sport across Aotearoa.

Kick things off with High Performance Day on May 6 2026, a specialist day designed for coaches, performance staff, administrators, and pathway leaders. Dive into practical, elite-level sessions on performance environments, athlete wellbeing, data and innovation, and building sustainable high-performance programs.

Then step into Women in Sport Summit on May 7 2026, our flagship event featuring thought-provoking panels, inspiring keynotes, and powerful storytelling from across the sports ecosystem. Across both days, you’ll have access to valuable networking opportunities designed to empower the next generation of leaders both on and off the field.

Don’t miss the chance to connect with industry pioneers, share ideas, and be part of the movement shaping the future of sport in Aotearoa.

Why should I attend?

• Learn from the Best – Hear from leading athletes, coaches, high-performance staff, sports professionals, and industry leaders.
• Deepen Your Expertise – Use High Performance Day to sharpen your approach to coaching, leadership, and performance environments with real-world, applicable insights.
• Expand Your Network – Connect with like-minded professionals, brands, clubs, and decision-makers from across New Zealand and Australia.
• Take Action – Walk away with practical tools, frameworks, and strategies you can apply immediately in your team, organisation, or career.
• Celebrate Excellence – Be part of a summit that recognises and amplifies the trailblazers driving change for women in sport.

The Women in Sport Summit 2026 is hosted in partnership with the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport, and supported by premier partners KOJO. We are proud to partner with the following businesses who have demonstrated their commitment and leadership in the women’s sport industry.

New Zealand Campus of Innovation & Sport

The Women in Sport Summit NZ will be hosted at the New Zealand Campus of Innovation & Sport (NZCIS) in Upper Hutt, Wellington. NZCIS is a world-class, multi-purpose venue designed for elite sport, conferences, and events, featuring state-of-the-art training and recovery facilities, a high-performance gym, flexible meeting and dining spaces, and on-site accommodation for teams and guests. As one of the country’s leading hubs for sport and innovation, it provides the perfect setting to bring together athletes, leaders, and industry to celebrate and advance women in sport.