The Mountain FITNESS course is held in Font Romeu.
Font Romeu is 1800m high so you gain from the altitude even when sleeping !!
Over the winter season we can climb and hike the mountains, use snowshoes and enjoy a week of directed fitness training.
Font Romeu is the French national high altitude training centre and is used by Olympic athletes in preparation for competition. You will see many famous athletes here. There are gyms and a running track.
Only 15 minutes away in the lower valleys around Puigcerda are many easier trails to run in the beautiful Catalunyan countryside.
So one day you will be in the snow and the next on the trails.
This week is a full on adventure in the mountains. The activities are all mountain based and will depend on the group and the weather but rest assured you wont leave wanting more !!!!
It lasts 5 days.
The area is a perfect location for preparation courses for expeditions to polar regions or the greater ranges. Led by high altitude mountaineer, Sean James this course is 5 days long with the possibility of a night spent out in the mountains.
A week long course with 5 days practical teaching whilst climbing the high mountains of Andorra
Sean imparts his experiences of guiding over 15 – 8000m expeditions, including 4 times on Everest.
The course runs from December to April depending on the length of the season and conditions.
Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to climb your first 8000m or even 5000m trekking peak and want tips on training and high altitude techniques this course will provide you with ideal preparation for your own future expeditions and adventures.
Personal equipment such as harness, boots, crampons, helmet can be rented.
In the evenings Sean will also be sharing his experiences from trips around the globe.
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Transfer from and to Barcelona at 350 AED per person in advance
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