20–24 October 2025
Push Limits, Build Skills, and Discover Umbria
Set in the beautiful Apennine mountains just outside Rome, this five-day triathlon retreat blends high-quality performance coaching with unforgettable Italian hospitality. Whether you’re preparing for your next race or simply looking to deepen your skills across swim, bike, and run, this experience is designed to meet you where you are—supporting novice through moderate triathletes, with challenges available for advanced athletes.
Each day is built around technique, endurance, recovery, and shared community. You’ll train under expert coaches in one of Italy’s most scenic regions, and unwind with locally sourced meals, village dinners, and cultural excursions.
Suggested Flights
The retreat is based in Umbria, with pick-up and drop-off provided from Rome’s Fiumicino Airport. Airport transfer will be arranged for 1:00 pm on Monday, 20 October. We recommend booking departure flights for after 1:00 pm on Friday, 24 October to ensure full participation.
Itinerary
Day 1 –
Arrivals into Rome by midday, followed by a group transfer to Umbria. On arrival, enjoy a light lunch, check-in, and a relaxed welcome with prosecco in a hilltop village with a 10th-century castle. In the afternoon, athletes will complete a swim assessment and an easy group ride focused on technique and familiarization. The day concludes with a welcome dinner and group briefing.
Day 2 –
The morning begins with a swim technique session and a strength and mobility circuit designed for injury prevention and movement optimization. After lunch at a local restaurant, athletes will take on a three-hour endurance ride through Umbria’s rolling terrain. The evening wraps with dinner at NordEst Pizzeria.
Day 3 –
After breakfast, the group transfers to Lake Piediluco for an open water swim session focused on safety, sighting, drafting, and mass-start simulation. Following lunch at the lake, a brick session includes bike intervals and off-bike running with transitions. The afternoon features a group video review and feedback session, followed by an optional Italian cooking class with dinner.
Day 4 –
A full mini-triathlon simulation takes place in the morning, featuring a swim (400–800m), bike (20–30km), and run (5–8km) in race-like conditions. The workout emphasizes transitions, pacing, and nutrition strategies. After lunch, athletes participate in a guided recovery session, followed by a local cultural excursion including a walking tour of Rieti and a wine tasting with dinner.
Day 5 –
The final morning includes a selection of practical skills workshops focused on specific areas of swim, bike, or run. After a group debrief and closing session, participants transfer back to Rome with lunch on the go. Optional sightseeing, light ride, or social run available depending on flight schedules.
Things to bring:
Athletes should bring personal triathlon equipment including:
Wetsuit
Swim gear
Running shoes
Cycling shoes
Helmet
Flat kit
Hydration system
Activewear suited to varied weather conditions
Please feel free to bring your bike or we have road bike rentals available at €300 for the week. You will need to bring pedals and a saddle (optional).
What is included?
All meals from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 5
Four nights’ accommodation in the Umbria region
Daily guided training sessions across all disciplines
Swim video analysis and individual feedback
Group airport transfer from and to Rome Fiumicino Airport
Cultural excursion, wine tasting, and optional cooking class
Access to training venues, support vehicle, and logistical coordination
What isn’t included?
International flights
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages (except those included in cultural experiences)
Optional excursions not listed in the itinerary
Personal gear and equipment
Required Fitness Level
This retreat is designed for adult triathletes of varying experience levels, from beginner to intermediate. Sessions are ability-based and adaptable, with coaching provided throughout. While the retreat is not competitive in nature, participants should be prepared for multi-hour training days and be comfortable swimming, cycling, and running in succession.
Coaching Team
The retreat is led by Paul De Garis, Head Coach and owner of TRI Fitness, and Swim Smooth Certified Coach of the Channel Islands. Supporting him is Cris Corazzini, a seasoned Italian cycling and adventure guide, who has led more than 250 tours across Europe and is certified through AIGAE and ACSI.
Payments
A €400 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.
Cancellation policy
For eligible Bike tours plus Triathlon, swimming, and Trail Running, choose between paying a cancellation fee or receiving a future trip credit/partial trip credit based on the chart below (fees are per guest):
*You can request a full refund up to 14 days after you book when you book 14 or more days before the final payment due date.
Full payment must be received 60 days prior to the event.
You may still cancel up to 40 days before the event. See Cancellation Table above.
If booking is made within 40 days of the event, the full balance is required at the time of booking.
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