For 2024, Destination Sport Experiences, is launches a programme of training camps at seven top sports resorts.
These specialist sports travel operator notes that these camps work either as a family holiday incorporating a training programme while the rest of the family relaxes, or as a group trip for a cycling, running or tri club with training sessions provided by professional coaches.
Sports resorts in Mallorca, Sardinia, Slovakia, Tenerife, Thailand and Turkey have been hand-picked, as offering the best facilities for an active holiday. And for the keen runner, the England Athletics Spring Training Camp is set on the Portuguese coast, hosted by top coaches from England Athletics.
On rest days, activities (depending on the resort) include swimming, hydrotherapy or thalassotherapy pools, massage therapies, hammam, jacuzzi and sauna, or strength and conditioning.
Athletes can either put together their own training schedules or Destination Sport Experiences will create a bespoke long weekend or week-long programme that can include coaching, guided rides and runs and other sports depending on the resort.
Christian Locke, Head of Product at Destination Sport Experiences, said “These incredible sports resorts bring together inspiring locations with state-of-the-art training facilities and high-quality hotels.
“I’m proud to partner with them for our best programme of training camps so far. Anyone who’s serious about performing at their best in their target event will understand the importance of creating the perfect conditions for a block of training – and with these resorts we’ve done exactly that.”
Destination Sport Experiences’ 2024 sports resorts
x-bionic sphere, Slovakia
Home to Challenge Family’s The Championship and regularly hosting national teams preparing for upcoming competition, x-bionic sphere is located just 200m from the Danube river. The facility offers a plethora of sports facilities and can be used by individuals, teams, clubs and group training camps.
Gloria Sports Arena, Turkey
The largest sports facility in Turkey is 35km outside Antalya, has indoor and outdoor training facilities and an on-site hotel. It incorporates a sports medicine and athletic performance centre for those looking for an array of data analysis.
Thanyapura, Thailand
Located outside the main Thai resort area of Phuket, and open all year round, Thanyapura also mixes sustainable and holistic practices. A wide range of sports and coaching is offered plus a lifestyle clinic and a medical centre.
Tenerife Top Training (T3), Tenerife, Spain
A key sports training facility in Europe with a diverse range of sports on offer – from swimming, triathlon and CrossFit to rugby, football and cycling. Athletes can choose from 3*, 4* or 5* hotels within a few minutes of T3.
Kimpton Aysla, Mallorca, Spain
A contemporary resort amongst lush native gardens – Kimpton Aysla is a base to explore the cycling mecca that is Mallorca. Facilities include a state-of-the-art gym, outdoor swimming pools and a heated indoor pool with hydro-massage pool.
Forte Village, Sardina, Italy
Forte Village sits on a long, white sand beach on Sardinia’s southern coast. As well as the 10 swimming pools to choose from, there are over 20 sports academies with professional coaches. The Bike Academy even has multiple world champion Fabian Cancellara on hand during certain weeks.
England Athletics Algarve Spring Training Camp, Portugal
The sunshine and sandy beaches of the Algarve can be used for fine-tuning spring marathon training or just to run. England Athletics certified coaches guide athletes through tailored training sessions, helping with running technique, endurance, and discussing strategies to achieve their goals.
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