{"id":327,"date":"2021-10-07T21:13:01","date_gmt":"2021-10-07T21:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cycling-science.com\/?page_id=327"},"modified":"2026-06-01T11:53:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T11:53:12","slug":"training-camps","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/coaching\/training-camps\/","title":{"rendered":"Training Camps in Andalusia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#8B1A8B;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ffffff;font-size:1.6rem\">Science-led cycling camps based in the heart of Almer\u00eda \u2014 exceptional roads, outstanding coaching, and a home away from home<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<style>.col-md-8 > h1:first-of-type { display: none !important; }<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From our base in Turre, Almer\u00eda, we run small, focused cycling camps throughout the spring and autumn. The camps are designed for groups of different abilities \u2014 each camp is clearly described in terms of the riding expectations so you know exactly what you are signing up for. Whether you are a seasoned club rider or building back to fitness, there is a camp for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All camps include science-based coaching presentations, individual coaching consultations, and guided rides on some of the finest and quietest cycling roads in Europe. We offer both road and gravel options.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f4f4f4;padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#8B1A8B\">Our Base \u2014 Casa Davar, Turre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:55%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Casa Davar is our own property \u2014 a beautifully restored traditional Spanish townhouse in the heart of Turre village. It is your home for the week, not a hotel. Guests have full access to the lounge, dining room and kitchen throughout their stay, creating a warm, relaxed atmosphere that is a world away from a conventional hotel-based cycling camp. We can accommodate up to five cyclists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1C1C2E\">Turre \u2014 Everything You Need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turre is a genuinely great town and completely self-sufficient \u2014 you will not need to travel to any larger centre during your stay. The town has approximately three or four supermarkets, eight or nine restaurants, two banks, numerous caf\u00e9s and bars, and a good variety of other shops. A welcoming, authentic Andalusian town that provides everything you could want after a long day in the saddle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1350\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_exterior.jpg\" alt=\"Casa Davar exterior, Turre\" class=\"wp-image-472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_exterior.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_exterior-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_exterior-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_exterior-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom.jpg\" alt=\"Casa Davar twin bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_bedroom-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge.jpg\" alt=\"Casa Davar lounge\" class=\"wp-image-473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/casa_lounge-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#8B1A8B\">The Roads<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:55%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The roads around Turre and the wider Almer\u00eda province are outstanding for cycling \u2014 quiet, well-surfaced and largely free of traffic. The terrain offers exceptional variety: rolling coastal roads, demanding mountain ascents, and challenging gravel tracks through the dramatic Andalusian landscape. The region is one of the driest in Spain, which means reliable sunshine and very few weather cancellations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notable local climbs include the iconic <strong>Alto de Velefique<\/strong> switchbacks \u2014 13.2km at 7.3% average \u2014 a Category 1 ascent used regularly in La Vuelta a Espa\u00f1a and one of the finest climbs in southern Spain.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/IMG_20191009_123637.jpg\" alt=\"Cycling roads near Turre, Almer\u00eda\" class=\"wp-image-319\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#1C1C2E;padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#E87722\">For Larger Groups \u2014 Marina Playa Hotel, Moj\u00e1car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:55%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">The Marina Playa de Moj\u00e1car Hotel is a well-recognised national and international destination for cyclists \u2014 it is the Official Headquarters of the Belgian Cycling Federation in Spain. For larger groups we make use of this exceptional facility, which has everything necessary for the training and care of cycling teams and groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"color:#ffffff\" class=\"wp-block-list has-text-color\">\n<li>Dedicated garage for bicycles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bike washing area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air pumps and compressor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special menus for athletes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meeting rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wellness centre with gym<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1140\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-vista-aerea-02-ge.jpg\" alt=\"Marina Playa Hotel, Moj\u00e1car \u2014 aerial view\" class=\"wp-image-311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-vista-aerea-02-ge.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-vista-aerea-02-ge-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-vista-aerea-02-ge-1024x606.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-vista-aerea-02-ge-768x455.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/29-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-garajes-ciclismo-01-ge.jpg\" alt=\"Dedicated bicycle garage\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cycling-science.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/30-mojacar-hotel-marina-playa-lavado-bicis-ge.jpg\" alt=\"Bike washing area\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f4f4f4;padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#8B1A8B\">Getting There<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best flights are direct services from Edinburgh to Alicante (ALC), operated by Jet2 and Ryanair. Other UK airports also serve Alicante with good frequency throughout the spring and autumn. <strong>Flights are not included in the camp price.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can arrange transfers from Alicante airport to Turre for <strong>\u00a370 per person return (both ways)<\/strong>. Bike hire is also available on request if you prefer not to travel with your own bike.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"background-color:#8B1A8B;padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2.5rem\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:2rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1C1C2E\">Enquire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out more about any of our camps, or to register your interest in a future camp, please <a href=\"\/index.php\/contact-us\/\">contact Professor Davison directly<\/a>. Led by <strong>Professor Richard Davison<\/strong> \u2014 Professor of Exercise Physiology &amp; British Cycling Level 3 Coach.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Science-led cycling camps based in the heart of Almer\u00eda \u2014 exceptional roads, outstanding coaching, and a home away from home From our base in Turre, Almer\u00eda, we run small, focused&#8230; <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/coaching\/training-camps\/\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":325,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-327","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/327","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=327"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/327\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":492,"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/327\/revisions\/492"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/325"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.cycling-science.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=327"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}