Laval, France

An Unrivalled Training Experience,

where potential is unleashed

An oasis for endurance enthusiasts, offering precision testing, bespoke training facilities, and world-class coaching all year.

Tailored training for endurance athletes of all levels - from professionals to beginners.

Prepare. Evolve. Achieve.

An environment built for peak performance and recovery. Ride world-class routes, run traffic-free paths, and swim in tranquil lakes and rivers. State-of-the-art facilities on-site and expert support from respected coaches, therapists, and sports scientists. Every detail helps you prepare, progress, and achieve.

Swimming

Swimming

The perfect balance of challenge and restoration. You can choose a Performance focus to sharpen your skills, or a Wellness focus to reconnect with the water — or blend both.

Performance
Unlock your potential in the water with training in our 25m heated pool — ideal for technique, drills, and endurance — plus safe, scenic open-water sessions in nearby lakes and rivers. Expert coaches provide video analysis with force analysis, stroke correction, and tailored swim sets, helping you improve efficiency and speed, whatever your level.

Wellness
Slow down and enjoy swimming as a restorative practice. Gentle lake and river sessions are complemented by yoga, mindfulness, and spa facilities — offering a perfect balance of movement, relaxation, and body-mind connection.

Focused. Flexible. Transformational.

Find Your Experience

Cycling
Running
Triathlon
Why Us?

Evolve

Our sports experiences help you to evolve. Targeted analysis before and during the retreat, gives us a deep understanding of your strengths, areas for improvement, and goals. This insight informs focused one-to-one sessions and group training, allowing us to maximise your strengths and address weaknesses efficiently. Every programme is personalised to ensure you make meaningful progress, whatever your objectives.

After the retreat, our support continues with detailed feedback, recommended next steps, and ongoing motivational and practical guidance, helping you stay on track and grow as part of our welcoming community.

Indulge

Our food is fresh, balanced, and locally sourced from the Garden of France. Menus are created in collaboration with nutritionists to complement your training, support your goals, and delight your taste buds. We cater to every preference and dietary requirement, ensuring each meal is something you truly enjoy. Nourishing snacks and drinks are available throughout the day to keep you fuelled and energised.

After training, our spa facilities and therapeutic support help you recover, relax, and rejuvenate. Enjoy saunas, hot tubs, ice baths, and a range of sports and therapeutic massages, all designed to restore energy, improve recovery, and support overall well-being.

Recover

Our serene grounds provide the perfect environment to unwind and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re relaxing on the lakeside deck, reflecting on the day’s activities along our woodchipped trail, or catching up with fellow guests in one of our grand lounges, you can truly escape your cares.

Sumptuous, spacious bedrooms feature high-quality linens, elegant bathrooms, and thoughtfully selected products to support deep, restorative sleep. Beyond your room, the tranquil surroundings and carefully designed spaces invite you to slow down, relax, and fully recharge, leaving you feeling refreshed, balanced, and ready for whatever comes next.

"What I've learned will carry me in really good stead going forward. I really liked some of the analysis Barry's done for me."

Lucy Harris, GB Triathlete

"It was just a training paradise. Our athletes were astounded by how much training they could do and recover from when all your other needs are taken care of."

Rob Wilby, Coach

"I got on the podium at the World's and your camp was a big part of that. I know you can continue to help me with your skills and the facilities you have, which I think are exceptional. By far the best camp I've been on and I've been on quite a few."

Simon Fawcett, GB Age Grouper

"The best kept secret in triathlon. I think it suits all abilities - even if you are at an advanced level, I'm a BTF coach and GB age grouper, but I’m still learning a lot."

Fran Davis, World Aquabike Champion

"The Chateau is superb, food great, camaraderie excellent, and the swimming pool exceptional. I knocked 3 minutes off my swimming time for Sprint distance."

John Harley, GB Age Grouper and Podium Finisher

"The roads are really quiet, surfaces really smooth. We've been to Majorca and Tenerife recently and this is so much more relaxing... there were no egos, it was really cool."

Carl Britton, GB Age Group Cyclist

"This camp was just more personalised - I've shied away from things because I think I know best: lots of camps are generic. This is tailored to individuals but remains inclusive. It all worked really well."

Sylwia Milowski, Ironman Triathlete

"Barry gives so much thought and time and effort - he's really encouraging and makes it fun. He knows how to manage people, and creates such a lovely environment. Everything is positive."

SallyAnn Soper, GB Age Grouper

"The training was very encouraging as I don't have much experience and I am a beginner. The whole thing was really fun: a great combination of activities and of training hard and relaxing as well."

Georgina Davis, Runner and Novice Swimmer

"You went above and beyond, all the runs were great, and the track work was excellent, a big plus."

Paul Simons, Marathon runner and former World Record Holder

"The main difference from other camps is that we were actually coached. I really liked all the input and all the data behind it which will help me in the Europeans and Worlds this year."

Rachel Carling, GB Age Grouper

"It's been a good laugh, good camaraderie, nice to sit down with a bottle of wine, and by the end of camp you feel you're almost a family."

Dillon Wilde-Howells, GB Aquabike

"The road surfaces are pristine, drivers respectful and you even planned a route to simulate the elevation of my upcoming races... it was an exceptional biking experience. "

Jeff Warshaw, 5 x Kona finisher, 1 Podium

"The level of coaching, backed up by the science and testing capabilities, adds a different depth, covering all abilities, from novice to Kona podium. There were lots of laughs, the group was fantastic, and it was engaging."

David Poland Coach and GB Age Grouper

"I learned so many different things about sports technique but also about myself. If I can retain what I've learned, that will put me in a much better position both mentally but also physically... I've got a lot out of it."

Phil Doel

"It's just awesome to spend time here, it's incredible ... the facilities are excellent, there's nothing missing and the quality of the food is amazing, varied and so healthy, perfectly thought out to match the training."

Chirstopher Doyle, World Champion Duathlete & Triathlete

"It is a training oasis, with top level facilities and support and in a superb, highly accessible location."

Sven Vandenbroucke, professional triathlete

Groups & Individuals

Individuals and groups of friends have the flexibility to join us at one of our organised retreats or book a stay at a time that suits you, subject to availability. If you choose to come at your chosen time, you can customise your stay — include all or some meals, add as much coaching and logistical support as you want, and hire our equipment, or bring your own. Additional services such as performance testing, massage, and yoga sessions can also be arranged, ensuring your stay is perfectly tailored to your goals.

Host & Coach Affiliation

Hosts and coaches are invited to bring their athletes to the Château and enjoy substantial discounts on accommodation by becoming an affiliated partner of Group Evolution — a free program. Affiliated partners gain priority access to book their preferred weeks, receive free logistical support, and may even be invited to host or coach at our own experiences on a paid basis. It’s the perfect way to access world-class training facilities for your athletes while benefiting from exclusive perks.

Clubs & Societies

Clubs and societies are welcome to bring their members to enjoy our facilities and services at a substantial discount. The Château Estate can also be booked for exclusive use, subject to a minimum guaranteed attendance. Partner clubs and societies get discounts for their members on all our retreats and services. And we are proud to support organisations that promote diversity, inclusivity and participation — contact us for additional discounts or charitable donations.

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