WHATS INCLUDED
En-suite accommodation in the 'fairytale' Chateau de la Motte Henry
Nutritious and energising food and drink, including 3 meals per day, training snacks and energy products
Use of our sporting facilities – 1.5km woodchip running trail, performance gym, 25m heated swimming pool
Exclusive use of the Chateau Estate - social & relaxation areas, inside and out
Full running program, with daily group runs, led by your host, Nick Bester
Coached running sessions & seminars, including at our nearby track helping you train with purpose
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), either VO2 Max or Running Thresholds
Gym session, led by Nick, and yoga classes
Quality souvenir running vest & other retreat goodies
Impactful Coaching
Nick Bester, head coach of Best Athletics and ADIDAS Runners London Captain, is on a mission to improve and help as many fellow runners as he can. Qualified in gait analysis & personal training as well as running, Nick guides runners both remotely and in person to achieve their goals, whatever they may be.
stunning chateau setting
Stay in our gorgeous Chateau, your new home away from home. Relaxing social spaces, intriguing period features, and boutique style accommodation updated for modern convenience. Free wifi throughout.
superb facilities
Set in 27 acres, the gorgeous Chateau de la Motte Henry is a training paradise. Well-equipped gym, stunning 25m heated pool, 1.5km woodchip running trail, treatment room and indoor & outdoor yoga studio.
delicious food & drink
All food & drink is included, and tailored to your training and dietary preferences. Breakfast, 2 course lunch, 3 course dinner, all lovingly prepared from the best ingredients the 'garden of France' has to offer.
sample itinerary
Everything’s optional, enjoy your time with us.
* Programme is indicative of a 7 day retreat and is tailored to attendees' objectives. Click on each day to see examples of what is on offer.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 13:00 | Lunch |
| 14:30 | Familiarisation Tour |
| 16:00 | Welcome Run |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 18:00 | Seminar 1 |
| 19:30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:00 | CPET Testing |
| 07:30 | Breakfast |
| 09:30 | Track Session 1 (optional gait analysis) |
| 12:30 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 15:00 | Hill Repeat Run |
| 18:00 | S & C Seminar |
| 19:45 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Optional Breakfast Run |
| 08:00 | Breakfast |
| 10:00 | Market Excursion |
| 12:00 | Seminar |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 13:00 | Lunch |
| 14:30 | Tempo Run |
| 18:00 | S & C Session |
| 20:00 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | Breakfast |
| 09:30 | Long Run |
| 13:00 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:30 | Optional Massage / Gait Feedback |
| 17:30 | Optional S&C Class |
| 19:30 | Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Optional Track Session |
| 08:30 | Breakfast |
| 10:00 | Departures |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 12:30 | Last Departure |
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