Andalucian Cycling Experience - Triathlon & Winter Training Camps, Andalucia, southern Spain
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Triathlon & Winter 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.
New for 2010 is our first ‘Ladies Only Beginner/Intermediate Training Camp’, a cycling training camp for ladies guided by a lady, Claire. Girls, if you are new to road cycling or triathlon and want a cycling training camp, in an environment with no men telling what you should or shouldn’t be doing, then this is the camp for you. The only male input into this camp is on the optional bike maintenance class, held one afternoon, by Ashley.
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. The running and the swimming sessions are self-led sessions.
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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 and100km most days.
| The Shorts | The Longs |
Day 1 |
Day 1 |
Day 2 |
Day 2 |
Day 3 |
Day 3 |
Day 4 |
Day 4 |
Day 5 (Optional Rest Day) |
Day 5 (Optional Rest Day) |
Day 6 |
Day 6 |
Day 7 Time Trial |
Day 7 Time Trial |
WeeklyTotal Distance 354km |
WeeklyTotal Distance 490km |
Your beginner/intermediate winter/spring training camps are available on the following dates
January
Saturday 8th – Saturday 15th. Turkey Busting Winter 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 60 and120km most days with a couple of longer routes available, if required.
| The Shorts | The Longs |
Day 1 (Warm Up Spin on Day you Arrive – Optional) |
Day 1 (Warm Up Spin on Day you Arrive – Optional) |
Day 2 |
Day 2 |
Day 3 |
Day 3 |
Day 4 |
Day 4 |
Day 5 (Rest Day or Short Spin) |
Day 5 (Rest Day or Short Spin) |
Day 6 |
Day 6 |
Day 7 Time Trial |
Day 7 Time Trial |
WeeklyTotal Distance 543km |
WeeklyTotal Distance 722km |
Your intermediate/advanced winter/spring training camps are available on the following dates
Your intermediate/advanced winter/spring training camps are available on the following dates
January
Saturday 8th – Saturday 15th. Turkey Busting Winter 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 at either the Farmhouse Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis or in one of our villas or townhouses on a self catering basis.
Groups of 4 or more receive a 10% discount.
Please see our Price Guide for the cost of your training camp.
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 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
Airport Transfers
We offer airport transfers from Malaga Airport
