We are delighted to announce the
7th International ABA Conference, taking place from 16–18 April 2027 in Emmersdorf an der Donau, Austria.
This professional development conference is designed for everyone working with babies and young children in the water who wishes to expand their theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Together, we are shaping a future in which babies and young children experience the water safely, respectfully, and with joy.
The conference will be held at the Eventresort Wachau – Schloss Luberegg, a unique venue nestled in the breathtaking landscape of the Wachau Valley. Combining Baroque elegance with modern comfort, the castle offers stylish suites with a historic ambiance and magnificent views of the River Danube.
Look forward to an inspiring programme featuring renowned national and international speakers. The carefully selected topics will provide valuable insights, current research, and practical ideas to support your daily work with babies and young children in the aquatic environment. We translate all presentations in english and german!
Our social programme offers plenty of opportunities for networking and personal exchange. On Friday evening, we will gather for a traditional Austrian dinner at the wine tavern “Die Schlosserei.” On Saturday evening, we warmly invite all participants to our festive Gala Dinner at Schloss Luberegg, where we will enjoy a relaxed and memorable evening together. Accompanying guests are also warmly welcome to attend for an additional fee.
As in previous years, exhibitors will have the opportunity to present and sell their products, educational materials, and services throughout the conference.
The detailed conference programme will be published in due course on our website:
We are already looking forward to welcoming you to the 7th International ABA Conference and to sharing inspiring days filled with professional exchange, new perspectives, and meaningful encounters.
The official opening of the 7th International ABA Conference will take place on Friday at 3:30 p.m. Registration will be possible from 1.30 until 3.30pm.
In the evening, participants are warmly invited to a traditional Austrian dinner at the wine tavern “Die Schlosserei”, located directly next to the conference hotel.
Before the Gala Dinner on Saturday evening, participants will have the opportunity to visit the magnificent Melk Abbey, one of Austria’s most famous Baroque landmarks. A short bus transfer will be provided for this excursion.
Throughout the three conference days – Friday, Saturday, and Sunday – participants can look forward to engaging presentations by speakers from various countries. Each presentation will include 45 minutes of lecture time followed by 15 minutes for questions and discussion.
All presentations will be delivered in either German or English and will be professionally interpreted into the respective other language.
We look forward to inspiring professional discussions and personal networking during the conference breaks, at the traditional Austrian Evening on Friday, and at the festive Gala Dinner with live musical entertainment on Saturday evening.
The conference will conclude on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. Participants are warmly invited to stay for a joint lunch following the closing of the conference.
photo © Stift Melk, Franz Gleiss
For your registration for the ABA-Conference on April 4- 6th 2025 in Mondsee, please send an email to renate@austrianbabyswim.at. Registration deadline is March 5th 2025.
Once your written registration has been received, you will receive a confirmation of booking. As the number of participants is limited, places will be allocated according to the date of payment received. Your conference place is confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
The cancellation for the participation will be charged with €80 until March 1st 2027. After this date the full amount of the fee will be retained except the participant designates a replacement participant. Registration deadline: 5 March 2027
Please include the following details with your registration:
Invoice recipient (association, company, or private individual)
Street address/Postal code/City/Country
E-mail address
Dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian, vegan, food allergies, or other dietary needs)
CONFERENCE FEE
Early Bird Rate (until 31 October 2026) € 615€
Standard Conference Fee (from 1 November 2026) € 685€
From the 5th registered participant from the same organisation onwards, the member rate will apply €575/645).
(The seminar fee includes refreshments served during the seminar and coffee breaks, dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday and Sunday, an aperitif, and the Gala Dinner on Saturday evening. Water is included with lunch. During dinner on Friday and Saturday, the provided beverages and beer are included. Any additional beverages ordered will be charged to the participants.)
CONFERENCE HOTEL
Schloss Luberegg – Eventresort Wachau
Luberegg 18
3644 Emmersdorf an der Donau
T: +43 2752 72 572
info@schlossmondsee.at
https://www.luberegg.at
Please note that accommodation at the conference hotel must be booked directly by each participant. A variety of other accommodation options are also available in the immediate vicinity of the conference venue.
BANK DETAILS
Österreichischer Babyschwimmverband (Austrian Babyswim Association)
IBAN AT29 2011 1288 2828 4600
BIC GIBAATWWXXX
Payment Reference: ABA Conference 2027 First name Last name
