We’ve created a simple “Request to attend” template you can use to explain the value of attending Agile On The Beach this year….
Subject: Request to attend Agile On The Beach 2026
Hi [Manager’s Name],
I’d like to attend Agile On The Beach 2026, a two-day conference focused on agile methods in engineering, design & product, teams and organisations, taking place in Cornwall this July.
I believe this would deliver clear value to both my role and the wider team. Key benefits include:
1. Practical learning I can apply immediately
The talks are based on real-life experiences from teams solving problems similar to ours. I expect to bring back specific approaches we can apply straight away to improve how we deliver projects and collaborate as a team, rather than high-level theory.
2. Insight into AI and emerging ways of working
AI isn’t treated as a standalone topic at the conference. It’s integrated throughout the programme, with talks clearly showing where AI is not used, where it’s assisting and where it’s native to the approach.
This gives a balanced, real-world view of how teams are actually applying AI today. I expect to come away with a clearer understanding of where it can add value for us and where it may not.
3. Exposure to challenges and solutions from other organisations
The talks are based on real experiences from teams working through challenges similar to ours. This gives insight into what has worked, what hasn’t and what teams would do differently. I expect this will help us avoid common pitfalls, learn faster from other people’s experiences and identify practical opportunities to improve how we work.
4. Knowledge sharing back into the team
I will capture key takeaways and share them back with the team, highlighting practical ideas we can apply. I will also identify a small number of changes we could trial to improve how we work ensuring the value is shared across the team and applied in practice.
Cost vs value
The early bird ticket cost is £620 plus vat. The potential return comes from even small improvements in how we work. For example, a single improvement in efficiency, delivery or decision-making would quickly outweigh the cost.
I’d be happy to discuss this further and outline clear goals for what I would aim to bring back for the team.
Thanks for considering,
[Your Name]
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