RUNNING CAMPS
RUNNING CAMPS IN KENYA
Training Camps for runners of all levels in Iten, the Home of Champions
Overview on The Heart of Kenyan Running Training camps highlights
Training Highlights
- An exclusive chance to train with an authentic élite Kenyan coach: Timo Limo, native of Iten, one of the best experts of running technique in the world;
- A unique journey which, through running, will take you to Iten, the world known Home of Champions at 2.400m of altitude, in heart of the Kenyan highlands, in close contact with the culture and traditions of the world’s strongest runners;
- A growth path, sporting and non, which will make you feel unforgettable emotions;
- A one-off experience of running, wellness, culture and traditions which we recommed all running enthusiasts should take advantage of at least once in their life.
To whom the Training Camps are offered to
The initiative meets the needs of all levels of runners of all ages, from kids to adults, from worldwide:
- beginners
- amateurs
- professionals
- élite runners
Enjoy training respecting your own rhythms
- A tailor-made training program is designed to meet the specific needs of each participant;
- Every participant will be led and accompained by a Kenyan pacer on most of his outings;
- Group workouts will be held respecting each participant’s tailor-made training program.
The location
Iten, a tiny mountain village located at 2.400m of altitude in the heart of Kenyan highlands is worlwide considered as the Mecca of running which has produced an endless line of international track and road running champions over the decades.
IAAF’s President Lord Sebastian Coe has recently handed the Rift Valley town the “IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) Heritage Plaque” which elevates the village to one of the world athletics governing body’s glonal heritage locations.
We are therefore proud to welcome our guests to a location officially recongnised as relevant to global athletics history.
Jump on board with us and have the experience of your lifetime in the legendary running heaven of Kenya!
How to reach Iten (Kenya) from worldwide
- Book your international flight from your country of origin to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Book a domestic flight from Nairobi JKIA to Eldoret airport: the available local flight companies are www.jambojet.com
- Book your transfer from Eldoret aiport to your accommodation in Iten (35km drive): we’ll arrange that for you!
What you will experience during your Training Camp
1. Train
- Run and discover the fascinating world of the local Kenyan athletes
- Engage with and experience in full the day-to-day life of Kenyan runners
- Enjoy running along endless routes of beaten ground
- Challenge the hills surrounded by the amazing scenery of Singore and Kessup forest
- Feel the adrenaline when taking part at Iten’s collective fartlek
- Have your speedwork at a local authentic Kenyan dirt track
- Taste the extreme simplicity of the light and nutritious local food at the base of the original Kenyan runners’ diet
2. Learn
- Learn the best of running drills and running technique with Head Coach Timo Limo
- Learn about Head Coach Timo Limo’s best exercises of strengthening, joint mobility, core sessions to complement your running
- Learn and engage with the authetntic Kenyan coaching methods
- Learn the Kenyan runners golden rules to success
- Learn about the culture, origins, traditions, custmos and aspirations of the people of Kenya and their champions
3. Discover
- Visit traditional Kenyan villages and interact with the locals
- Visit traditional Kenyan schools and interact with the children
- Visit Shoe4Africa Children Hospital and get to know about the fascinating story of Toby Tanser, author of “Train hard, win easy: the kenyan way” and “More Fire: how to run the kenyan way”
- Enjoy adventourous trekking in Kessup forest and Iten surroundings
If you are also keen on having a Safari trip
- Meet the Giraffes in Moiben Road’s Giraffe Park
- Have a Safari in Nakuru or Nairobi National Park
The best accommodation in Iten to meet the needs of all runners:
4* luxury hotel for all runners who are willing to enjoy the comforts of a beautiful traditional accommodation with a marvellous view the Kerio Valley, a branch of the Great Rift Valley of East Africa. The park inside the hotel is made of eco-friendly grounds with a variety of indigenous trees.
Services and facilities:
B&B, half board of full board options
Table d’hote and à la carte menu at Kerio View Restaurants with a wide variety of dishes
Self-contained cottages or bandas, all rooms are children-friendly
Conferences and meetings
Children’s play area
Outdoor Barbecue
Paragliding, Birding, Photography, Biking
Price: $$$$
Strength: beautiful accommodation, traditional furniture, delicious food, magnificient view and surroundings of the hotel.
BOOK YOUR RUNNING CAMP IN KENYA TODAY!
Download your Booking form and send it to chiara.tts@gmail.com.
Then click on BUY NOW and proceed to payment for your preferred Running Camp.
Welcome to The Heart of the Kenyan Running!
2. RUNNING EVENTS IN ITALY
LEARN HOW TO RUN, DRAMATICALLY IMPROVE YOUR RUNNING STYLE AND REACH YOUR HIGHEST PERFORMANCE WITH THE BEST RUNNING TECHINQUE COACH IN THE WORLD!
At The Heart of Kenyan Running Academy based at T.T.S.srl Aosta company in Italy, we offer exclusive options for all levels of runners who dream of being coached by a Kenyan champion known as one of the best in the world when it comes to teaching running drills and technique: Timo Limo from Iten, the Home of Champions.
Don’t hesitate to enquire about our tailor-made training packages, one-to-one running technique sessions, training sessions for groups or clubs and much more!
Running Clubs, Running Coaches, Training groups and any passionate runner worlwide are warmly welcome to get in touch with us to organise Training Camps and/or Running Events with Timo Limo in their own countries!!