RUN TO WELLNESS

Relax, energise and rebalance

Join us at our signature Run to Wellness retreat. Refocus your mind and energise your body at our 'fairytale' Chateau in the Pays de la Loire.

Our running program is designed to improve your wellbeing and your fitness on the stunning towpaths, trails and tracks of the Pays de la Loire. The long weekend will incorporate various coached running workouts designed to help you find out more about how to be a stronger, fitter and faster runner. These workouts will be suitable for all abilities.

Our 27 acre estate provides the glorious setting for you to relax, enjoy meditative yoga classes and therapeutic on-site massage, engage in our thought-provoking seminars and socialise with like-minded individuals whilst enjoying nutritious food and drink. Leave with your mind, body and spirit refreshed.

WHATS INCLUDED

HASSLE-FREE, PERSONALISED RETREATS WITH

EVERYTHING YOU COULD WANT, AND MORE.

Luxurious en-suite accommodation in the recently refurbished, 'fairytale' Chateau de la Motte Henry

Nutritious and energising food and drink, including 3 meals per day, training snacks and energy products

Superb on-site sporting facilities – 1.5km woodchip running trail, high performance facility, 25m swimming pool and open water lake

Great social and relaxation areas - lakeside decking, walled garden, woodland paths, secret picnic spots

Free personal transfers from local airports and train stations

'Goodie' bag on arrival

Well-being, fitness and running consultations

Daily group running sessions on the trails, tracks and towpaths of the Pays de la Loire

On-site, run-based daily exercise sessions

Daily meditative yoga classes to prepare you for the day ahead and aid recovery

Personal massage treatment in-room or our treatment room

Informative seminar program

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.

INSIGHTFUL ASSESSMENT

Under the overall guidance of our running ambassador, our Team will provide you with practical, real world advice that is current and impactful. We help you to relax, refocus and achieve your goals. Prior to attending our retreat we spend the time to learn about your objectives, so that we can help you achieve them.

RUN-FUN

Our fully supported, ability-based group runs are designed to be challenging but also enjoyable and inspiring. The glorious trails, tracks and towpaths of the Mayenne and the Pays de la Loire provide a stunning backdrop.

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.

PERIOD LUXURY

Individually designed en-suite bedrooms, stunning renovated sitting rooms and cosy reading areas inspire and relax whilst staying true to the Chateau's heritage.

HOLISTIC TRAINING

Our 1-1 consultations will provide you with the tools to benefit from your running, whether your specific objectives are focused mental wellbeing, physical improvement or performance related. Our ability-based running program also enhances your home-based training and provides a fitness boost.

EXPERT TEAM

Professional running coaches - with a background in elite level running - are complemented by degree qualified sports scientists and leading therapists to cater for your every need. Personal service in an enjoyable, relaxing group environment. Approximately 1:4, staffing:guests, ratio.

QUALITY 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 with its deep cultural heritage merges seemlessly with the vibrant French chic of the local markets, shops and spas.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Everything’s optional, enjoy your time with us.

* CLICK ON EACH DAY TO FIND OUT WHAT'S ON OFFER

Time Activity
15:00Welcome Reception
16:00Familiarisation Tour
17:30Welcome Run
Time Activity
19:00Individual Consultations
20:00Dinner
Time Activity
07:00Sunrise Pilates / Yoga
08:00Breakfast
09:30Group Assessments
12:00Nutritional Seminar
13:00Lunch
Time Activity
14:30Group Run
18:00Evening Fitness Class
19:30Individual Consultations
20:15Dinner
Time Activity
07:00Group Run
08:30Breakfast
10:00Morning Pilates / Yoga
12:00Individual Consultations
Time Activity
13:00Lunch
14:30Group Excursions
18:00Individual Consultations
20:00Dinner
Time Activity
07:00Sunrise Pilates / Yoga
08:00Breakfast
09:30Individual Consultations
12:00Running Technique Seminar
13:00Lunch
Time Activity
14:30Group Run
17:30Evening stretch class
19:00Individual Consultations
20:00Dinner
Time Activity
07:00Breakfast
08:30Group Photo Call
10:00Optional Run
Time Activity
12:30Optional Lunch
14:00Last Departure

UPCOMING RETREATS

Run Well Weekend

8th-12th March 2024 | 5 days

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17th-21st October 2024 | 5 days

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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.

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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

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BREAKFAST

Homemade cinnamon and Granola

Seasonal fresh fruit

Frittata

Chia and berry breakfast pots

Green machine smoothie

Fresh orange and apple juice

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LUNCH

Wasabi salmon skewers

Sweet potato falafels

Carrot, orange and cashew salad

Herbed bean salad

Quinoa and tzatziki salad

Mixed leaf salad with lemon dressing

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DINNER

Mushroom soup with parsley and garlic

Homemade buckwheat bread

Mozzarella chicken protein pack

Seasonal vegetables

Black rice pudding

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