Triathlon & Winter Training Camps in Andalucia, southern Spain

Winter/Spring Cycle Training Camps

Your winter training camp in Spain is the perfect way to get into shape for the cycling season. Throughout the winter and spring in Andalucia, road traffic is minimal; the weather is bright and warm, with average daily temperatures between 16 and 23 degrees……just perfect for riding! Andalucia is the perfect destination to train for the Etape du Tour, cyclo-sportives and, come to think of it, any other cycling event. This area is frequently visited by the Vuelta de Andalucia and Vuelta de España, so if it’s good enough for the Pro’s then it’s good enough for us.

Pumping up the steep grade of the numerous climbs which include several Vuelta a Espana and Vuelta a Andalucia cols, your legs burn and your heart pounds, however, you keep the wheels turning to the summit to become the King or Queen of the mountains.

This is why you are here - to train, to loose a few unwanted pounds that you have gained over the winter months and to prepare yourself for the coming season. So, get off your turbo trainers, dust off the bikes, head for the Andalucian winter sun and get some real miles into your legs and some sunshine upon your face. This is what pre-season training is all about.

For the tri-athletes amongst us, we have decided to concentrate on the cycling aspect of Triathlons, as this is the longest section of any triathlon event. However, swimming is available either in Ronda at the 25metre indoor heated pool or you can go open water swimming in the nearby lake and there are several running routes around Montecorto with route cards available to you.

Mark Loveday joins the team for the 2011 season he is a Level 2 British Triathlon Coach, fitness instructor and has coached groups of swimmers ranging from beginner to intermediate levels. He says that 'Working in the mountains is a dream for most people so having the opportunity to do this and work for a company involved in something I am passionate about is an ideal scenario'.

Mark recently spent a bit of time in Switzerland and currently lives and works in Lanzarote from there he will come and join us here in Andalucia from January to April 2011. He has competed in triathlons ranging from supersprint to Ironman distance and will be doing Ironman once again this year. As far as results go he has had a few top 5 positions in middle distance races (half ironman distance), 1 podium finish and has raced as an elite runner. Coming from a running background, working on his bike has been a priority and one he feels is coming together well.

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Why Andalucia?

It is fact that the weather in Andalucia is warmer, earlier in the year, than other popular ‘winter road cycling’ or ‘training camp’ resorts such as Majorca and Riccone and less windy than Lanzarotte. It has also been said by previous clients, who have ridden at the above mentioned resorts and other popular destinations that, the road surfaces here are ‘simply the best’. The Andalucian Cycling Experience training camps are not here to compete with these resorts, if you want to go to a large hotel with hundreds of other riders then Majorca, Riccone or Lanzarotte is for you. However, if you are looking for your training to be more personalised and tailor made to your requirements, with the flexibility of changing the rides daily or whilst on the ride, depending on how you are feeling, then come and train with the Andalucian Cycling Experience. The routes vary from rolling hills to mountainous rides, with enough climbing to please even the toughest of mountain goats with many exhilarating descents to get the adrenalin pumping.

The term "Training Camp’

Many cyclists have the misconception that you need to be a super fit rider in order to attend a ‘Training Camp’, however, this is not the case. Our training camps cater for all abilities of cyclists, from those new to the sport through to iron-man standard. With this in mind we have set up two levels of training camps, beginner/intermediate and intermediate/advanced. On each of these training camps there is a long and short option for the days riding and the majority of these rides have plenty of climbing too. In truth a ‘Training Camp’, for some riders, is merely an excuse to get away to a warmer climate and get in some great riding……and why not!

So, what is the difference between our ‘Winter Training Camps’ and our ‘Road Cycling Holidays’? Basically, the only difference is the name itself. Both holidays are for road cyclists looking to challenge themselves, improve their fitness, prepare themselves for forthcoming events and get some great riding done in a warmer climate. Whereas our ‘Winter Training Camps’ run from January to April ever year, you can still enjoy the excellent road cycling in Andalucia the whole year through on one of our ‘Road Cycling Holidays’.

Beginner/Intermediate Training Camps.

Below is a selection of rides that are available to do on your Beginner/Intermediate Training Camp. Expect to ride between 50 and 100km most days.

The Shorts	The Longs
Day 1 Transfer from airport to hotel and build bikes	Day 1 Transfer from airport to hotel and build bikes
Day 2 Total Distance 40km Total Climb 650m	Day 2  Total Distance  78km Total Climb  1100m
Day 3 Total Distance 49km Total Climb 985m	Day 3 Total Distance 68km Total Climb 1117m
Day 4 Total Distance 64km Total Climb 968m	Day 4 Total Distance 100km Total Climb 1560m
Day 5 (Optional Rest Day) Total Distance 53k Total Climb 1014m	Day 5 (Optional Rest Day) Total Distance 72km Total Climb 1100m
Day 6 Total Distance 61km Total Climb 1020m	Day 6 Total Distance 85km Total Climb 1220m
Day 7 Time Trial Total Distance 87km Total Climb 1535m	Day 7 Time Trial Total Distance 87km Total Climb 1535m
Weekly Total Distance 354km Weekly Total Climb 6172m	Weekly Total Distance 490km Weekly Total Climb 7632m

Your beginner/intermediate winter/spring training camps are available on the following dates

January
Saturday 8th – Saturday 15th. Special Turkey Busting Warmer Weather Training Camp.

Click here for details of our Special Turkey Buster Warmer Weather Training Camp.

Saturday 29th – Saturday 5th February

February
Saturday 12th – Saturday 19th.
Saturday 26th – Saturday 5th March

March
Saturday 12th – Saturday 19th.
Saturday 26th – Saturday 2nd April.

April
Saturday 9th – Saturday 16th

Intermediate/Advance Training Camps.

Below is a selection of rides that are available to do on your Intermediate/Advanced Training Camp. Expect to ride between 80 and 160km most days.

The Shorts	The Longs
Day 1 (Warm Up Spin on Day you Arrive – Optional) Total Distance 64km Total Climb 968m	Day 1 (Warm Up Spin on Day you Arrive – Optional) Total Distance 64km Total Climb 968m
Day 2 Total Distance 68km Total Climb 1117m	Day 2 Total Distance 101km Total Climb 1650m
Day 3 Total Distance 61km Total Climb 1020m	Day 3 Total Distance 100km Total Climb 1620m
Day 4 Total Distance 95km Total Climb 2000m	Day 4 Total Distance 174km Total Climb 3980m
Day 5 (Rest Day or Short Spin) Total Distance 49km Total Climb 985m	Day 5 (Rest Day or Short Spin) Total Distance 49km Total Climb 985m
Day 6 Total Distance 118km Total Climb 1556m	Day 6 Total Distance 147km Total Climb 2450m
Day 7 Time Trial Total Distance 87km Total Climb 1535m	Day 7 Time Trial Total Distance 87km Total Climb 1535m
Weekly Total Distance 543km Weekly Total Climb 9200m	Weekly Total Distance 722km Weekly Total Climb 13225m

Your intermediate/advanced winter/spring training camps are available on the following dates

January
Saturday 8th – Saturday 15th. Special Turkey Busting Warmer Weather Training Camp.

Click here for details of our Special Turkey Buster Warmer Weather Training Camp.

February
Saturday 5th – Saturday 12th
Saturday 19th – Saturday 26th

March
Saturday 5th – Saturday 12th
Saturday 19th – Saturday 26th

April
Saturday 2nd – Saturday 9th
Saturday 16th – Saturday 23rd

Events
During your training camp you will have to opportunity to test yourself out with the local riders on the 'Rondeno' cycling club ride. We also hold a time trial on 'Dove Cove' a Category 1 'Vuelta a Espana' and 'Vuelta a Andalucia' col. How would your time compare to the top local riders?

Accommodation
Your Triathlon & Winter Training Camps are based in one of our villas or townhouses on a self catering basis in Montecorto. Read more.

Discounts
Groups of 4 or more and returning riders receive a 10% discount.

Insurance
It is a condition of our trip that you are covered by a medical and personal accident insurance policy that includes cover for sports activities and repatriation to your home country.

What is included in your training camp
Accommodation
Guided Cycling
Andalucian Cycling Experience cycling jersey
Andalucian Cycling Experience water bottles
Energy bars for each days ride
Swim Coach Sessions
Secure Bike Storage
Access to our bike work shop

What you need to bring
Your 'Road' bike
Cycle Helmet
Suitable Cycling Clothing
Waterproof Jacket (Just in case)
Spare Inner Tubes.
All the usual stuff you take on a ride

Optional Extras
Bike hire is available for 135 Euros per week

Price
The cost of your winter training camp is £375 (Pounds Sterling) or 435 Euros per person based on two people sharing a room. If you require a room to yourself there is an additional £100 or 110 Euro Single person supplement.

Airport transfers, on a collection and return basis, are an additional £40 or 45 Euros per person.

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