Climb like a Pro Training Camp

At the end of June (date TBC), we will be hosting our first City Alps training camp in Lucca, Italy. It's a trip that will follow the 8-week ‘Climb like a Pro’ training program that we hope to run in the studio in May and June before leaving the lowlands and heading to some proper climbs.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Cycling

You can expect some tough cycling days, but, as always with City Alps, there will be plenty of room for fun vibes, good food and wine and adventuring through the Tuscan Hills.

The aim is to have two groups based on pacing and training history (you don't have to join the ‘Climb like a Pro’ training program to join the trip, but it is strongly recommended) and we will be lead by guides (possibly from the under 23 professional Qhubeka Assos cycling team) for 2 of the 4 cycling days. There are 3 team ride days and 1 free day to ride some more or other.

Day 1: ‘Explore’ - pro guided day out to get a feel for the surrounds and loosen up the legs (+-100kms, with some decent elevation).

Day 2: ‘Climb, climb, climb’ day - we will tackle the famous climb of Monte Serra that Lance Armstrong, Tyler Hamilton, Floyd Landis and Jan Ulrich used to compare their times on. Tough City Alps day (+-80 kms, elevation tbc). This is where we test ourselves a bit and the reason for all the ‘Climb like a Pro’ training.

Day 3: ‘Tour’ - Pro guided long day out. All about the area, the food and the experience, time in the saddle to earn those carbs and take in that scenery (+- 150km).

Day 4: ‘Sunday Fun Day’ - free day. Whatever fun looks like for you! Your day, your call.

Accommodation

The charming villa, currently used as a base by pro cycling Team Qhubeka Assos, is conveniently situated at the bottom of the Monte Serra in the hilly and olive grove heart of Tuscany. Enjoy your free (recovery) time at the private swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful garden full of lime trees, or sneak in a game of tennis (for those who have some energy left to burn).

What's included

• Five nights of accommodation; 2 people sharing a room
• Daily home-cooked, fresh Italian food - breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, except for our night out on the town (Saturday prize giving) and Sunday lunch
• On the bike snacks and drinks at the villa + drinks at the villa (beer, wine, soft drinks etc)
• 2 days of guided cycle touring by a Pro Guide

What’s not included

• Flights
• Transport from the airport to Lucca. Rental Cars normally have good deals from Pisa airport. Florence is an hours drive, Pisa 35 minutes. There is also a good train service from Pisa to Lucca
• Personal travel and accident insurance
• Saturday night dinner (in town)
• Sunday lunch (free day)

What's on offer (for those who need it)

• Massages - €30 per 30min or €50 per 60 min
• Bike rentals - this can be organised through https://www.tuscanbike.it/

ITINERARY -

Arrival

Wednesday

• Arrive at the Villa before 4pm
• Welcome group dinner

Day in the saddle exploring the surrounds

Thursday

• Group breakfast
• Professional guided route (+-100km)
• Packed lunch on the go
• Free time to walk to town, relax at the pool, tennis court etc
• Group dinner

The big climbing day

Friday

• Group breakfast
• City Alps take to the hills - tackling the famous climb of Monte Serra and more (+-80km)
• Lunch at the Villa
• Free time to walk to town, relax at the pool, tennis court etc
• Group dinner and awards ceremony

Adventure day

Saturday

• Group breakfast
• A long day of guided adventuring (+-150km)
• Picnic lunch en route
• Dinner in town

Free fun day

Sunday

• Group breakfast
• Free day to cycle, go to town or relax at the Villa
• Final group dinner

Departure

Monday

• Group breakfast
• Checkout

TOTAL COST PER PERSON

€ 799 (inc vat)

• Includes a 100% cancellation fee if travel will not be allowed
• We have limited space available on tour and so for all City Alpers, it will be first come first served
• Indoor program is separate - more details about the program and start date will be released at a later stage

Those who are first to reserve their spot, will be sent an email, with a link to pay and to fill out an indemnity form.

If there are any questions at all, please feel free to email us info@cityalps.com

We can't wait!