Pace of Study: Occasional sessions

SF networking event: practice-oriented elite sports research

The purpose of the meeting is to increase interest in and understanding of how research—closely linked to the day-to-day realities of sports—can be used strategically in coach education and organizational development, thereby contributing to greater international competitiveness.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to attend presentations by current doctoral students in the elite sports research school, who will share their research projects and demonstrate the concrete value these projects bring to the development of the specialized sports federations. As a representative of a specialized sports federation, you’ll also have the opportunity to reflect on and prepare for the future of elite sports organization, where collaboration between research and practice is becoming increasingly important.

Research as a modern coach education program

When research is conducted in close proximity to the practice of sports—with researchers working within sports federations and addressing the real needs of the sports world—a clear bridge is built between theory and everyday practice. Practice-oriented research, applied in conjunction with proven, genuine knowledge, provides greater opportunities for the development of elite athletes—in training, performance test , and high-performance environments. This contributes to a more sustainable and competitive elite sports landscape.

Purpose

  • Enhance the international competitiveness of Swedish sports through research, education
    , and collaboration.
  • Support and contribute to SF’s top-level coaching development in collaboration with the academy at
    with the aim of advancing Swedish elite sports. 
  • Strengthen the Swedish sports confederation’s credibility as a knowledge-based organization.

Who is the network for?

All SF members are invited to this event as an opportunity to be inspired and equipped with new ways to organize and run elite sports in a competitive world.

Here's what you'll get

  • Hear from SF, which conducts practice-oriented research, and learn how this contributes to the development of elite sports and the federation as a whole.
  • Practical tips and advice on how to organize and fund modern coach training.
  • Sharing experiences and gaining a better understanding of academia.

Facts

Date:
June 16, 2026
Type of education:
On site at Bosön.
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
1 day
Cost:
Funded by the Swedish sports confederation for elite sports and r&d
Apply by:
The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sign up here

Contact Person

Tobias Elgh

Business developer

tobias.elgh@rfsisu.se
08 699 66 61

Contact Person

Johanna St. Clair Renard

Project manager, SISU sports education & head of Bosön education

johanna.renard@rfsisu.se
08 699 61 80

Admission requirements and prerequisites

No prior knowledge is required to participate.

Cost

The event is free of charge and is subsidized by the Swedish sports confederation for elite sports and r&d.

Registration

Please register by June 1 using the link above.

Education coordinator

The Swedish sports confederation's elite sports and r&d department.

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Networking event: coaching and leadership

The Swedish sports confederation’s elite sports division has been organizing these networking meetings for many years as part of its efforts to enhance knowledge. The meetings originated from an expressed need within equestrian sports and cross-country skiing.

Theme for April 29: “culture for sustainable health and performance”

Purpose & objectives

The goal is to contribute to the development of both you as a participant and elite sports in Sweden through the exchange of knowledge and experience.

Who is the network for?

Sports directors, national team head coaches, national team and elite coaches at the junior and senior levels in SF, as well as RIG and NIU coaches or their equivalents.

Education Providers

Swedish sports confederation elite sports / sports psychology


Facts

Date:
April 29, 2026
Type of education:
On site.
Location:
Idrottens Hus – Hangaren venue
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
1 day
Cost:
The Swedish sports confederation's elite sports division is funding the event
Apply by:
April 17, 2026
Sign up here

Contact Person

Liselotte Ohlson

Project manager, Swedish sports confederation

liselotte.ohlson@rf.se
08 699 66 61

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leadership in Swedish sports

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Meals and Lodging

The Swedish sports confederation’s elite sports division is responsible for the event, including lunch, coffee breaks, and the program. For travel and any lodging, see the “cost” section for more information.

Cost

The Swedish sports confederation’s elite sports division will cover the costs of the meeting. The respective sports federations or the participants themselves are responsible for making reservations and covering costs related to travel and any lodging.

Application and Admission Requirements

There are no requirements other than that participants belong to the target group: sports directors, national team head coaches, and elite coaches at the junior and senior levels in SF, as well as RIG and NIU coaches or their equivalents.

Alumni network: sports leadership and management program

If you are currently enrolled in or have previously completed the sports leadership and management program, you are invited to an alumni gathering once a year in conjunction with the sports leadership symposium.

The theme of the 2026 meeting is “measuring value creation and effective strategies,” with a focus on the role of sports in society and how we can clarify and measure its societal benefits and identify effective strategies. For a personal invitation, please contact Johanna S:t Clair Renard.

Purpose

  • The network provides ongoing professional development in leadership.
  • Empowers individuals in their role as managers/leaders.
  • Builds strong relationships.

Who is the network for?

Former participants in the sports leadership and management program.

Here's what you'll get

Hone your skills in your role and take advantage of opportunities for social interaction and professional development.

Invitation

You will receive a personal invitation. If you change jobs, please contact Johanna.

Cost

The cost of the event includes the sports leadership symposium (2,195 SEK), accommodations in a double room, training, a lecture on day 2, and dinner at Mästervillan.

Education coordinator

SISU Idrottsutbildarna, the Swedish sports education organization

Facts

Date:
Dec. 10, 2026 – Dec. 11, 2026
Type of education:
For two days, the participants will meet and stay at Bosön.
Location:
Bosön View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
2 days
Cost:
4295
Apply by:
Registration is open until November 1, and the invitation is personal.
Sign up here

Contact Person

Johanna St. Clair Renard

Project manager, SISU sports education & head of Bosön education

johanna.renard@rfsisu.se
08 699 61 80

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Process Management – Advanced

Advanced process managementis an in-depth course in process management that focuses on helping participants deepen their understanding of the role of a process manager in relation to organizational, group, and operational development, as well aschange management.  

Process facilitation is the method we use and believe in to create the conditions for sustainable development and change initiatives, where interactions and conversations between people—based on their shared experiences—form the foundation for development and learning.  

Purpose

The program aims to deepen participants’ knowledge and skills in process management as an approach to fostering change and development. 

Who is this program for?

The primary target audience consists of all employees at the central or regional level within RF-SISU and specialized sports federations who have experience in process management and need to develop more in-depth expertise in this area. 

Here's what you'll get – learning objectives

  • Knowledge of process management in a sports context
  • Knowledge: a systemic approach at the individual, group, and organizational levels
  • Knowledge and understanding of change and resistance from a behavioral perspective
  • Be able to work using a variety of methods that focus on meaningful goals, effective strategies, and conflicts

Facts

Type of education:
Four days on-site, not including individual preparation and assignments. February 9–10 and March 23–24.
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
4 days
Cost:
12,000 SEK
Apply by:
December 1, 2026
Sign up here

Contact Person

Maria Ståhl

Business developer, SISU sports educators

Maria.ståhl
08-699 62 66

Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports

National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
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Application and Admission Requirements

  • Prerequisites: process management: theory and practice, or the equivalent.
  • You have gained experience in process management through a large number (20–25+) of process management assignments involving a variety of topics and approaches in the context of sports or other activities.
  • An interest in developing in the role of process leader by exploring theoretical foundations and their practical application. 

Cost, meals, and lodging

The course costs 12,000 SEK. The cost includes course materials, lodging, and dinner at Bosön, Lidingö.

Additional Information

If you withdraw 5 weeks before the course begins, you will be charged the full fee. A doctor's note is required in case of illness.

Education coordinator – SISU sports educators

Networking meeting for sports psychology counselors

This network for sports psychology counselors is tailored for counselors who work on assignments for the Swedish sports confederation or other support organizations within Swedish sports.

Purpose

The purpose is to continue our efforts to provide expert support, primarily to elite sports, elite athletes, and their coaches and leaders. The goal is to contribute to the development of both you and Swedish elite sports through the exchange of knowledge and experience.

Who is the network for?

We welcome anyone who served as a sports psychology consultant in 2025 and carried out assignments for the Swedish sports confederation, a Swedish sports federation, or another supporting organization.

Here's what you'll get

The network gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge, reflect, and engage in conversations with people in similar roles.

Facts

Type of education:
On site
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
1 day
Cost:
The Swedish sports confederation will cover the cost.
Apply by:
Registration is closed. If you are interested in the network, please contact Maja Ubel.

Contact Person

Maja Uebel

Business developer, national sports high schools

maja.uebel@rfsisu.se (questions about registration)
08-699 66 37

Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports

National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
for managers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.

Costs

The networking event is funded by the Swedish sports confederation's elite sports support program.

Registration and cancellation

This happens when registration is open.

Meals and Lodging

Coffee and lunch for the networking event are included. Travel and any lodging are not included; participants/SF must book and pay for these themselves.See hotel options here

Elite strength & conditioning course 2025–26

The elite strength & conditioning course (ESnCE) is an eight-month program designed for elite coaches, offering the unique opportunity to visit four elite sports centers in Europe.

Just like an athlete, you need to practice, plan, and challenge yourself to meet the demands of a complex world. In your role as an elite coach, there are skills and knowledge that you must constantly improve, evaluate, and develop.

The course is designed to meet the specific requirements of elite strength and conditioning coaches. You’ll have the opportunity to gain access to the unique expertise offered by sports performance centers across Europe. Sweden (Bosön), Finland (Kuortane), France (INSEP), and Switzerland (Magglingen). Upon completing the course, you’ll have a strong network of expert coaches across Europe with whom to discuss professional challenges and opportunities. You’ll also gain access to the latest research in the field and plenty of hands-on practice in helping your athlete(s) reach their potential and succeed.

The program began in 2020 as an Erasmus project co-funded by the European union. It received the EU’s “good practice” award for its “high-quality implementation and relevance.”

The third round (2025–26) continues with the four founding countries and two new countries—Israel and Luxembourg—joining as partners.

The course will provide you with, among other things:

  • Knowledge and understanding of the requirements you will encounter and need to manage in order to remain a modern, up-to-date, successful, and attractive coach.
  • Self-reflection and a deeper understanding of your own behavior and its impact on your athlete(s) and their behavior.
  • Qualified expertise and knowledge in strength and conditioning training and testing.
  • Share your experiences with others in the same situation as you in a unique network.
  • You will learn to use tools to work in a long-term and systematic manner, adopting a lifelong learning approach.

Trainees – skills and the selection process

We aim for a diverse group of participants, with a maximum of four trainees from Sweden. A committee of experts interviews the candidates and makes the final selection based on specific criteria. The course is designed for those who have worked as a top-level coach for at least three years and will continue to do so at least 50% of the time during the course. You are motivated and eager to share your knowledge. An open mindset, a willingness to share, and a B2 level of English are also required.The course’s success depends on your active participation, motivation, and willingness to share. 

Facts

Date:
September 15, 2025 – May 21, 2026
Type of education:
On-sight in four countries.
Location:
Sweden, Sept. 15–18, 2025; France, Nov. 24–27, 2025; Finland, March 23–26, 2026; Switzerland, May 18–21, 2026
Pace of study:
Part-time
Course duration:
16 days
Cost:
3,500 euros
Apply by:
Applications are no longer being accepted.

Contact Person

Daniele Cardinale

Performance developer, sports physiology

daniele.cardinale@rfsisu.se
08 699 66 65

Contact Person

Apostolos Theos

ESnCE Sweden

apostolos.theos@rfsisu.se
070 281 15 65

Contact Person

Johanna St. Clair Renard

Project manager, SISU sports education & head of Bosön education

johanna.renard@rfsisu.se
08 699 61 80

Target group

The elite strength & conditioning course is designed for those of you who have been coaching at the top level for at least three years, are motivated, and eager to share knowledge and reflect.

To the ESnCE webpage

Travel & accommodation

You are responsible for arranging and paying for your own transportation and lodging to the centers. Your main organizer will provide you with information on transportation and lodging options. Be sure to book your travel and lodging well in advance.

Participation cost

The participation fee is 3,500 €, and it covers all four modules, including lectures, workshops, course materials, etc.

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World-class endurance sports network

In the spring of 2023, a group consisting of coaches and researchers, among others, formed a network on their own initiative called “world-class endurance sports.” The group’s purpose is, among other things, to serve as a network for coaches and other experts in endurance (training) to enhance knowledge and facilitate learning across sports and to share this with the Swedish sports community. The group consists of:Håkan Carlsson, orienteering; Johan Wallberg, swimming; Åsa Eklund, canoeing; Fredrik Ericsson, cycling; Johannes Lukas, biathlon; Ida Ingemarsdotter, cross-country skiing; Ulf Friberg, track and field; Alexander Wetterhall, cycling; Mårten Fredriksson, SOK; Mikael Flockhart, UMU; Michael Svensson, UMU; Ida Kyrilis, RF; Niclas Grön, SPK; Susanne Barkholt, SPK; Daniele Cardinale, RF; Glenn Björklund, MIUN; Tobias Elgh, RF.

The group aims to organize one seminar and one webinar per year. Information about upcoming events will be available on this page.

Purpose

The purpose of the networking event is professional development and the exchange of experiences among various individuals and groups within elite sports

Who is this program for?

This networking event is for those who are national team coaches or elite coaches at the junior or senior level in SF, RIG, NIU, a club, or a similar organization. Coaches and leaders of athletes aged 16 and older.

Here's what you'll get

The program covers a variety of topics in endurance sports and aims to highlight new applied sports research. The speakers are a mix of researchers, endurance coaches, and athletes who share their research, training , and experiences. At in-person meetings, you’ll have the chance to meet other elite coaches and active participants in endurance sports. 

Upcoming: conference on September 25, 2026

Under the theme “healthy and fit for performance development,” with a focus on putting research and knowledge into practice in elite sports. The day features lectures by Kasper Degn Gejl from the University of Southern Denmark, Helen Hanstock from Mid Sweden University in Östersund, and Perseus Karlström, a multiple medalist in race walking. The lectures will be interspersed with panel discussions offering inspiration and practical insights for coaches and leaders. In collaboration with the Lidingöloppet, a lecture on the theme “a long running career at the highest level” will be presented by Ulf Friberg, Lovisa Lindh, and Linn Söderholm. Additionally, the Lidingöloppet will waive the entry fee for the first 25 people who register for the conference and plan to run the Lidingöloppet. Read more about the program here

Facts

Date:
September 25, 2026
Type of education:
In person and online, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
1 day
Apply by:
September 18, 2026

Contact Person

Tobias Elgh

Business developer

tobias.elgh@rfsisu.se
08 699 66 61

Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports

National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
for managers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.

Prerequisites and admission requirements

No prior knowledge is required.

Cost

The conference costs 400 SEK.

Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses.
For lodging at Bosön, email the hotel front desk:welcome@boson.se

Additional Information

See above for contact information.

Education coordinator – collaboration between the Swedish sports confederation, the Swedish Olympic committee, the Swedish Paralympic committee, and world-class endurance sports.

SF Network: Press and Communications

Purpose

The goal is to address the needs of the national sports federations for support, inspiration, training, and dialogue regarding communication and media relations. The role of the Swedish sports confederation is to convene meetings and create a forum for dialogue and discussion that contributes to further development.

Who is this program for?

Individuals who work as press and communications directors or communications officers in the specialized sports federations.

Here's what you'll get

The events are characterized by a friendly, family-like atmosphere, featuring guest speakers, lecturers, visits with a focus on communication and/or media, or themed events such as workshops. As a participant, you’ll take away practical tools and tips to help you in your future work.

Facts

Type of education:
On site
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
2–4 days
Apply by:
The next course session has not yet been scheduled

Contact Person

Anna Setzman

Director of press and communications, Swedish sports confederation

anna.setzman@rfsisu.se

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Nomination committee network

The theme of this fall’s meeting will be: “learning from one another across union boundaries.” We’ll be sharing experiences with a focus on skills and values, all with the goal of creating a well-functioning board.

The nominating committee network is designed to support and help you grow as a key figure in Swedish sports. The purpose of the meetings is to foster modern nominating committee practices. Topics that may be covered:

What kind of leadership do we want?
How do we achieve diversity and develop strong board proposals?
How can this work be carried out in a democratic manner?
What are the potential success factors and pitfalls?
Clarifying roles.

The meetings are designed to foster learning, reflection, and the active exchange of experiences on issues related to the nomination committee’s responsibilities, as well as to strengthen participants in their roles as members of the nomination committee.

Purpose

  • You will be offered professional development and the opportunity to serve as a member of a nomination committee at the central level of the sports movement.
  • It will strengthen you in your role as a member of the nomination committee.
  • You will learn about the importance of clarifying the roles of the board and employees.

Who is this program for?

This training program is designed for members of nomination committees in specialized sports federations. It will be an active exchange of experiences in which you, as a participant, will contribute to its success.

Here's what you'll get

The goal is to empower you as a participant in an important and challenging mission and to raise the profile of the work done by nomination committees.

Facts

Date:
Nov. 25, 2026
Type of education:
The program is offered online, with two sessions—one in the spring and one in the fall.
This fall’s networking event will take place in November.
2 hours per session, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Location:
Digital
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
2 hours during the day
Sign up here

Contact Person

Johanna St. Clair Renard

Project manager, SISU sports education & head of Bosön education

johanna.renard@rfsisu.se
08 699 61 80

Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports

National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
for managers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.

Application and Admission Requirements

You must have been nominated as a member of the nominating committee or currently serve in that capacity in a specialized sports federation.

Cost

The network is subsidized by SISU 2026 and is free of charge.

Education coordinator

SISU sports educators

Process Management: Theory and Practice

"Process management in theory and practice" introduces you, as a future process manager, to process management as an approach to your work in sports. We’ll go over a number of methods and tools that you can immediately use to support your ongoing process work. Theoretical discussions are interspersed with conversations, reflection, and practical walkthroughs of specific methods and tools. We evaluate these methods and tools, test them against your own experiences, and suggest alternative ways to use them. Great emphasis is placed on dialogue and interaction among the participants in this training program. 

Purpose

The course aims to provide an introduction to process management as an approach to working with sports. It also aims to equip the process manager with a number of methods and tools.

Who is this program for?

Employees (such as consultants, club and program developers) and elected officials within the Swedish sports movement. This course is for those who work with clubs and federations and need a basic understanding of process management, organizational development, and program development.  

Here's what you'll get

  • Knowledge of the process leader role and an understanding of how the Swedish sports movement operates.
  • Knowledge of basic organizational theory.
  • Knowledge of process design and the purpose of methods.
  • Be able to work using a variety of methods.
  • Foster curiosity about process management and an interest in learning more.

Facts

Date:
Oct. 7, 2026 – Oct. 8, 2026
Nov. 11, 2026 – Nov. 12, 2026
Type of education:
On site
Location:
Bosön, 181 47, Lidingö View on map
Pace of study:
One-time occasion(s)
Course duration:
4 days
Cost:
11,000 SEK
Apply by:
August 10, 2026
Sign up here

Contact Person

Maria Ståhl

Business developer, SISU sports educators

Maria.ståhl
08-699 62 66

Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports

National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
for managers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.

Application and Admission Requirements

No prior knowledge is required, but the program is primarily aimed at people who are active in the Swedish sports community.

Cancellations made less than 4 weeks before the start of the course will be charged the full fee. A doctor's note is required in case of illness.

Cost

11,000 SEK. The cost includes course materials, access to a web-based learning platform, and accommodation in a single room.

Additional Information

The course consists of approximately 40 hours, including two in-person sessions (2 days each) at Bosön and independent study via the learning platform.

Day 1 begins with a drop-in coffee break starting at 9:30 a.m. We’ll have dinner together in the evening. Day 2 begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m.

Education coordinator – SISU sports educators

Meals and Lodging

Accommodations are included in the course fee.