WHAT'S INCLUDED
EVERYTHING YOU COULD WANT, AND MORE.
three options, tailored to you
sapphire
£2,450 per person, sharing
ruby
£2,650 per person, sharing
diamond
£3,000 per person, sharing
Sole room occupancy supplement £300 (independent of package selected)
the sapphire Package includes
the sapphire package plus
the ruby package plus
Pre-retreat consultation with Dave Scott
Core retreat training program, including;
- daily targeted swim-bike-run group sessions
- continuous technical assessment, including detailed video analysis
- daily strength and flexibility classes
- small group strength and conditioning assessments
- informative seminars
Post retreat follow up, including 90 day strength and conditioning programmes and nutritional guidance
3 x restorative yoga and meditation sessions
6 nights accommodation in the 'fairytale' Chateau de la Motte Henry
Nutritious, energising and freshly prepared food and drink, including 3 meals per day and training snacks
Exclusive access to the Estate, including the on-site health and wellness facilities and great social and relaxation areas
Transfers from local train stations.
Targeted small group and 1-1 sessions, focusing on areas identified in group
1-1 physiological or biomechanical analysis, conducted by our resident sports scientist. Choose from:
- VO2 Max or Resting Metabolic Rate assessment
- Comprehensive running gait analysis, building from anatomical assessment, through basic locomotion, to video analysis
- Strength and conditioning assessment, either functional movement and readiness for sport assessment or advanced, triathlon specific, analysis
1 x sports massage, delivered in our on-site treatment room
Upgraded, deluxe accommodation, with your choice of shower or bath
Airport transfers, from Nantes, Rennes or Dinard Airports
Substantial discounts on Huub equipment and Lululemon apparel
1-1 'A' Race strategy consultation, including course challenges, race pacing, race psychology and race nutrition
Additional 1-1 sports science assessment.
Additional 1 x massage session delivered in our on-site treatment room
Upgraded accommodation in one of our feature suites
Travel package*, including:
- flight, ferry or train tickets (train attracts £100 supplementary charge)
- personal transfers from local airports and train stations
- bike transfers
- on-site parking.
*available to attendees from the UK and Ireland. By arrangement for other guests.
STUNNING VENUE
Gorgeous Chateau, with luxury, boutique style accommodation, superb sports facilities, and welcoming social areas, set in 9 hectares of beautiful woodland grounds. Referenced in Times Top 20 Chateaux.
Master Coach
Our Clinics are designed and delivered in partnership with 'the Man', Dave Scott. With 6 Ironman world titles and 40 years of coaching experience to his name, your experience will be transformative, helping you to evolve as an athlete.
QUALITY support
Group Evolution has brought together a highly experienced team of elite and age group triathlon coaches, sports scientists and therapists. Personal service in an enjoyable, relaxing group environment. Approximately 1:3, staffing:guests, ratio
convenient LOCATION
Easily accessible from the UK and Europe, yet peaceful and uncrowded. Our wonderful corner of the Loire, where historically significant sites and the tranquil beauty of the Mayenne merge with a deep cultural heritage and the vibrant French chic of the local markets, shops and spas.
PERIOD LUXURY
Individually designed en-suite bedrooms, stunning renovated sitting rooms and cosy reading areas inspire and relax. Our revitalisation of the Estate stays true to the Chateau's 19th Century origins and the Estate's historic past.
ELITE LEVEL ANALYSIS
Our approach combines the latest sports science theory 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.
DELICIOUS FOOD
All meals and snacks are provided. Our eye-catching meals are designed to support your active lifestyle but also to be tasty and excite. Snacks are available for the times in between. And homemade energy bars are available for those longer efforts.
ON-SITE FACILITIES
Woodchip running trail, performance gym, swimming pool, lake and yoga studio for the active. Woodland paths, secluded picnic spots, lakeside decking and a walled garden for relaxation. You need never leave the grounds of the Chateau.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Everything’s optional, enjoy your time with us.
* Click on each day to see what's on offer
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Arrive | Welcome |
| 16:00 | Familiarisation Tour |
| 17:00 | Group Session 1 |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 18:15 | Pre-dinner chat |
| 19:00 | Dinner |
| 21:00 | Free time |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Light Snack |
| 07:30 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| 11:30 | Group Session 2 |
| 14:00 | Light Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 15:00 | Small Group Sessions / Individual Assessments |
| 17:00 | Restorative Yoga |
| 18:15 | Pre-dinner discussion |
| 18:30 | Dinner |
| 20:30 | Free time |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:00 | Individual Assessments |
| 07:00 | Light Snack |
| 07:30 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| 11:00 | Group Session 2 |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:30 | Lunch |
| 15:30 | Individual Assessments / Personal Massage |
| 18:00 | Pre-dinner discussion |
| 18:45 | Dinner |
| 20:30 | Free time |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:00 | Individual Assessments |
| 07:00 | Light snack |
| 07:30 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| 11:30 | Group Session 2 |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:00 | Lunch |
| 15:00 | Small Group Sessions / Individual Consultations |
| 17:00 | Restorative Yoga |
| 18:15 | Pre-dinner discussion |
| 18:45 | Dinner |
| 20:30 | Free time |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:00 | Individual Assessments |
| 07:00 | Light snack |
| 07:30 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| 11.30 | Group Session 2 |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 14:00 | Lunch |
| 15:00 | Small Group Sessions / Individual Consultations |
| 17:30 | Group Discussion |
| 18:30 | Dinner |
| 20:30 | Free time |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Light snack |
| 07:30 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| 12:00 | Group Session 2 |
| 14:00 | Lunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 15:00 | Small Group Sessions / Individual Assessments |
| 17:00 | Restorative Yoga |
| 18:15 | Pre-dinner discussion |
| 19:00 | Farewell Dinner |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | Light snack |
| 08:00 | Group Session 1 |
| 10:00 | Brunch |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 11:30 | Free time |
| Departures | Bon voyage! |
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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