Scheduled Departures

So you walk, run, cycle or work out regularly but feel the effect of the winter blues? Try cross country skiing to maintain and build that fitness level during the winter months. This week is designed to give you the chance to learn an excellent method of winter ‘cross-training’ by trying both skating and classic ski-styles. Arguably the most aerobic of sports, this low impact exercise, is a great way to improve your fitness - at all levels.

Your days will be spent working on technique and as that develops we gradually build up the daily mileage and different training intensities to allow you to work at your fitness. Not only will you experience 6 days of ‘personal training on skis’ but you will also enjoy the sense of freedom that cross country skiing provides and with ski tracks in a variety of terrains and locations it's a fabulous way to explore the Alps.

• Experience 6 days personal training on skis
• All inclusive package - staying in a beautiful chalet with hot tub
• Visit a variety of locations

Are you a regular runner, running up to 10km or half marathon in distance, who would enjoy the opportunity to run in the mountains? Then join us for a week in the Chamonix Valley, France, running amongst some of the highest mountains in the world, with coaching from a World Champion athlete.

This is a unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Alpine Trail Running with the added challenge of entering a race at the end of the week. Chamonix offers several annual events on mountain trails which include: a 10km, half & full marathons and ultra distances. Previous experience of off-road running would be an advantage - but not essential.

• Be coached on trail running and gain expert advice
• Enter a local 10km trail run or the half marathon
• Enjoy classes in core stability and Yoga classes
• Pre race massage included
• Relax in the evening in your fully catered chalet with a hot tub and sauna
• Enjoy running with stunning views of the Mont Blanc range

Demand for this trip has been such that it has now been filled twice over! Please feel free to contact us to discuss any other dates for a bespoke trip.

We hope you will join us on this luxury long weekend in the Alps which allows you to both relax and exercise in the fresh mountain air. Our unique trip is designed for those who want to get away from it all and feel fully re-charged and refreshed.

Nordic Walk in 3 countries in just 3 days

• Enjoy views of snow capped mountains and glaciers
• Experience healthy eating in our fully catered luxury chalet
• Unwind with a visit to the thermal baths in Switzerland

Our retreat is based Chamonix Valley, France. As well as being first class accommodation this is an ideal base as Italy and Switzerland are just a 30 minute drive away. We have chosen departures on a Thursday returning on a Sunday evening. With Geneva airport just over an hour away it makes a perfect long weekend. Each day we will spend a few hours Nordic Walking and improving our fitness but we also have plenty of time to relax and explore the area.