Youth.Academy TO 2026

Youth.Academy TO is your platform if you are just at the beginning of your professional journey in prosthetics and orthotics. Whether you are in training or studying – this is where you will meet like-minded people, gain valuable insights into the sector, and network and develop across disciplines.

Launched in 2011 by trainees and the Association of Supporters and Teachers in Orthopaedic Technology (ALLOF e. V.) as well as the German Association of Orthopaedic Technology (BIV-OT), Youth.Academy TO has become a true highlight for the next generation of professionals - supported by the BIV-OT and many strong partners from the sector.

Youth.academy TO: Three participants of the Youth Academy TO 2024 pose in the glass hall

Youth.Academy TO 2026 – Be Part of It!

It’s happening again in 2026: Youth.Academy TO is back – right in the heart of OTWorld!

For two days, everything revolves around what move you forward: networking, improving your skills, inspiration – and plenty of fun.

What you can look forward to:
A varied programme with interesting lectures, fascinating insights into the latest treatment options and product developments – and a barbecue for Youth.Academy participants to get to know each other, exchange experiences and celebrate together (on the first evening).

When?
Thursday, 21 May and Friday, 22 May 2026
(We recommend arriving on Wednesday, 20 May.)

Who can participate?
Are you in training or studying in one of the following areas? Then you are in the right place:

Prosthetics and orthotics
Orthopaedic footwear technology
Physiotherapy
Medicine

Tickets & registration
The 2-day ticket online is available via the ticket shop. Registration is possible individually or as a group.

Please do not forget to register for the Youth.Academy barbeque via the ticket shop.

Book your ticket now

Your benefits:

Free admission to the OTWorld Trade Show on both days of the event
Free access to selected lectures and workshops at the OTWorld World Congress
Free travel to and from the exhibition centre within Leipzig (zone 110) by public transport on both days of the event
Exclusive programme items from the sponsors for Youth.Academy participants only
Exclusive Youth.Academy barbecue with delicious food and cool drinks

Two days that will move you forward – professionally and personally.
Two days you won’t forget any time soon.

New Location: Youth.Academy Barbeque by the Lake

On 21 May 2026, the barbeque will take place for the first time at ALL-on-SEA, Camp & Sport Resort GmbH, Location: Schladitzer Bucht, Haynaer Straße, 04519 Rackwitz from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM). Please bring your OTWorld ticket with you for admission!

You can find directions by car or public transportation here .

Be there – it will be a great evening!

Special thanks go to our sponsors, Bauerfeind AG and Sporlastic GmbH & Co.KG, for their generous support of the barbecue - and we would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the other sponsors who helped make the TO 2026 Youth Academy a reality.

Program of the Youth.Academy TO 2026

Experience interesting presentations at OTWorld that will help you advance your career. Connect with experts, discover new practical approaches, and expand your knowledge to enhance your daily work.