WHAT'S INCLUDED
tailored training, AND much MORE.
Pre-retreat consultations, discussing objectives, training status and injury history
Race simulations and support, including course briefing and race tactics (members of coaching team will have visited Coimbra and Malaga)
Race entry to local triathlon (July camp only)
Physiological assessments, including cardio-pulmonary race threshold assessment (using Cardiocoach Pro) and/or lactate threshold testing
Biomechanical assessment of bike dynamics (aerodynamic assessment available), running economy (in race kit, when fresh and stressed or in differing shoe types), and swim efficiency (in and out of wet suit)
Functional strength screen, assessing possible assymmetries and weaknesses to help identify and mitigate injury risk
Tailored training, including:
- group and small group swim-bike-run sessions, highlighting potential marginal gains
- informative seminars, covering race strategy, nutrition and mental preparation
Comfortable accommodation in Chateau de la Motte Henry
Nutritious and energising food and drink, including all meals and training snacks
Exclusive use of the 27 acre Chateau Estate, its superb sporting facilities and social and relaxation areas
Transfers from local train stations, free bike storage and support van all included
Bike hire, sports massage and group yoga classes are available (extra)
QUALITY COACHING
Group Evolution has assembled a highly experienced team of elite and age group level triathlon coaches, sports scientists and therapists. Personal service in an enjoyable, relaxing group environment.
tailored training
Training programmes are tailored to the demands of your race and your strengths and weaknesses, with a level of analysis that simply doesn't happen elsewhere.
superb environment
Easily accessible, yet peaceful and uncrowded. En-suite bedrooms, stunning social spaces and great health & fitness facilities inspire and relax. Eye-catching meals support your active lifestyle, with tasty snacks available for the times in between.
Expert ANALYSIS
Our approach combines the latest sports science practice with practical coaching experience of what works for top age group athletes. We then add the real world experience of what makes the difference at elite level.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
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| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Lunch |
| 14:00 | Familiarisation Tour |
| 16:00 | Initial briefing & Group Swim Session |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 18.15 | Swim Seminar |
| 19:30 | Pre-dinner snacks |
| 20:00 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | 1-1 Physiological Assessments |
| 08:00 | Breakfast |
| 09:00 | Group Bike Session |
| 12:30 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:00 | Individual Consultations / Assessments |
| 16:00 | Small Group Sessions |
| 18:00 | Bike Strategy Seminar |
| 19:30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:30 | 1-1 Physiological Assessments |
| 08:00 | Breakfast |
| 09:00 | Group Run Session |
| 11:00 | Group Swim Session |
| 12:30 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:30 | Small Group Sessions |
| 16:00 | Individual Consultations / Assessments |
| 18:00 | Run Course Seminar |
| 19:30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:30 | 1-1 Physiological Assessments |
| 07:30 | Breakfast |
| 08:30 | Group Bike Session |
| 11:30 | Brick Run |
| 12:30 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:00 | Small Group Sessions |
| 15:00 | Individual Consultations / Massage Therapy |
| 17:30 | Group Swim Session |
| 18:30 | Race Strategy Seminar |
| 19:30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:30 | Breakfast |
| 08:00 | Race Practice |
| 13.00 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:30 | Individual Consultations |
| 16.00 | Small Group Sessions |
| 18.30 | Q&A |
| 19.30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:30 | Breakfast |
| 08:00 | 1-1 Consultations |
| 10.00 | Optional Small Group Swim or Run |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 12:30 | Buffet Lunch |
| 14.00 | Optional Bike |
| 18.30 | Departures |
UPCOMING RETREATS
THE VENUE
Chateau de la Motte Henry is a beautiful, 19th Century Chateau set in over 9 hectares of glorious parkland in the Pays de la Loire. Easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe, the Chateau is equipped with first class health, fitness and leisure facilities to allow guests to relax and reenergise. The spacious accommodation remains true to the Chateau’s heritage, updated for modern convenience.
HEALTHY, NUTRITIOUS FOOD
LOVINGLY PREPARED
Our nutritionist and chef have designed an eye-catching, delicious menu, founded in local, organic produce. We serve the highest quality, locally produced organic food to produce an energising and detoxifying menu throughout your stay. Vegetarians and vegans catered for.
SAMPLE MENU
BREAKFAST
Home-made Bircher pot
Banana and cinnamon bread
Selection of chia jams and nut butter
Apple sausage breakfast burger
“Get up and go” energising smoothies
Fresh orange and grapefruit juice
LUNCH
Salmon fishcakes with chilli lime dipping sauce
Edamame and quinoa salad
Raw beet and pear salad with lemon dressing
Minted cucumber and tomato salad
Fennel and rocket salad
Cos Salad
DINNER
Vegetable and chicken soup
Spelt rolls
Feel good fish pie
Green beans
Steamed kale
Mango sorbet
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