Castle Strength Summit 2026
- 13 Mar Castle Strength Summit - Pre Event
- 14 Mar Castle Strength Summit - Main Event
- 14 Mar Castle Strength Summit - After Event
19:00 - 23:00
Jil Rooftop Bar
Jil Rooftop Bar - Drink & Dine
Before the Strength Summit officially begins, we invite you to an exclusive pre-event at the Jil Rooftop Bar. High above the city, athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and leaders from the strength & performance community come together in a relaxed and stylish atmosphere. No stages. No pressure. No schedules. Just great conversations, great food, nice drinks and meaningful connections, and the perfect start to an unforgettable summit experience. Meet the people behind the brands, build real connections, and ease into the Summit weekend the right way. This pre-event is where connections are made, before the spotlight turns on.
6:00 - 7:00
Heidelberg Castle
Joint Workout
Rise Early. Move Together. Reach the Top. At 6:00 AM, we meet for a special morning workout: a challenging run up the legendary Heidelberg Himmelsleiter. Together, we take on 1,500 steps, climbing 450 vertical meters from Cornmarket to Königstuhl. Step by step, we push upward until we reach the highest point of Heidelberg. At the top, effort turns into reward. A breathtaking view over Heidelberg, stretching far beyond the city and across the Rhine Valley, awaits those who rise and commit. This is more than a workout. Start the day strong.
10:00 - 11:00
Heidelberg Castle
1st Speaker - Wolfgang Unsöld
Wolfgang Unsöld is a renowned coach, author, and podcast host with over 15 years of experience in personal training and performance coaching. Since 2010, he has been running his own personal training studio, helping clients achieve their peak physical and mental performance. At the Strength Summit, Wolfgang shares insider tips, practical strategies, and proven techniques from his years of coaching elite athletes and everyday clients alike. His insights combine science, experience, and real-world application — from building strength and endurance to mastering mindset and motivation. In addition to his coaching work, Wolfgang is the author of multiple books and the host of a successful podcast, where he explores the latest trends, methods, and breakthroughs in fitness, health, and personal development. Join Wolfgang Unsöld as he opens the doors to his coaching world, giving you actionable advice, proven tricks, and the inspiration to elevate your own performance.
Wolfgang Unsöld
11:00 - 12:00
Heidelberg Castle
2nd Speaker - Ryan Ranolds
Ryan Ranolds is a Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Director of Sport Science at the Kansas City Chiefs, renowned for training NFL superstars and elite athletes at the highest level. With years of experience at the pinnacle of professional sports, Ryan brings unparalleled insight into performance, conditioning, and athlete development. At the Strength Summit, he will take you behind the scenes of his daily work, sharing the methods, strategies, and routines that keep top-tier athletes performing at their absolute best. From cutting-edge strength protocols to mindset and recovery techniques, Ryan’s talk provides a rare glimpse into the world of elite athletic performance. Gain insider knowledge from someone who operates at the very top of sport science, and discover how the principles used with professional athletes can inspire and elevate your own training and performance.
Ryan Reynolds
12:00 - 13:00
Heidelberg Castle
Lunch
A one hour lunch break before the afternoon sessions.
13:00 - 14:00
Heidelberg Castle
3rd Speaker - Tim Caron
Tim Caron is a highly respected strength and conditioning coach, educator, and entrepreneur with decades of experience in elite athlete performance. As Co-Founder and Head Coach of Allegiate Gym in California, Tim has helped shape a facility dedicated to high-level training, athlete development, and performance optimization. At the Strength Summit, Tim shares insights from his extensive work with top athletes, including collegiate programs like USC and Army West Point, as well as professional training environments. He will reveal practical strategies, training methodologies, and performance hacks that combine science, experience, and real-world application — perfect for athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts aiming to elevate their game. Tim is also a podcast host, educator, and author, creating platforms to teach coaches and athletes the science behind strength, conditioning, and human performance. His talk provides a rare look behind the curtain of elite training, inspiring attendees to apply proven techniques in their own routines.
Tim Caron
14:00 - 15:00
Heidelberg Castle
4th Speaker - Thomas Ambrecht
Thomas Armbrecht is a highly experienced physiotherapist, sport scientist, and movement expert based in Darmstadt. As the founder and director of Training und Therapie, Thomas has built a practice and institute focused on holistic performance, functional movement, and elite athletic support. With a background in physiotherapy, sport science, osteopathy, and functional body mechanics, Thomas has spent years helping athletes and clients of all levels move better, recover smarter, and perform stronger. His work goes far beyond symptom treatment, he seeks to understand and address the true root causes of movement limitations and pain. Thomas’s expertise has brought him to the highest stages of sport — including roles working with the German National Football Team — and his unique approach combines evidence‑based science with hands‑on experience. At the Strength Summit, Thomas will share insights from his daily work as a clinician and coach, offering practical tools, movement strategies, and performance‑enhancing principles that athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals can apply immediately. Whether it’s injury prevention, optimal movement, or unlocking athletic potential, his session will give you actionable knowledge grounded in real‑world excellence.
Thomas Armbrecht
15:00 - 15:30
Heidelberg Castle
Coffee Break
A thirty minute coffee break to recharge.
15:30 - 16:00
Heidelberg Castle
VA SEVEN Keynote
After the talks, we invite you to our showroom - experience our equipment firsthand, explore upcoming innovations, and get an exclusive look at what’s next. Train it. Test it. See the future of strength.
16:00 - 16:30
Heidelberg Castle
Q & A with all Speakers
You have questions for the speakers? This is your time to get answers.
Ryan Reynolds
Thomas Armbrecht
Tim Caron
Wolfgang Unsöld
19:30 - 23:00
Heidelberg Castle
Dinner at the Castle
The Banquet To conclude the Strength Summit, we invite you to an exclusive banquet at Heidelberg Castle, an evening filled with culinary highlights, elegant music, and engaging conversation in a unique atmosphere. Take the opportunity to deepen connections, reflect on the day’s insights, and work together towards the vision of Building a Stronger World. Enjoy a unique menu from a Michelin-starred chef, accompanied by stylish musical entertainment and an exclusive prize draw, creating a memorable highlight for the evening. This banquet offers the perfect opportunity to conclude the Castle Strength Summit in style.