Costa Blanca Skills Development Camp February Half Term 2026

Description

Live like a professional for the week at the Costa Blanca Half Term Skills Camp.

This isn’t just a cycling holiday or training camp – it’s a chance for younger riders to experience the training lifestyle of the world’s best riders in an elite and supportive environment.

Live like the pros

The Costa Blanca is the winter home of many professional teams such as Bahrain Victorious, Q36.5, Van Rysel Roubaix, Lotto Dstny, Flanders-Baloise, Laboral Kutxa and many, many more. After every ride, you’ll return to the hotel buffet for the fuel you need. It's a short stroll to the sandy beach of Albir where you can sit at one of the coffee shops and watch the world go by - and if you're lucky - see one of the many professional riders who are in the area at that time of year.

Powered by Tactic

Every guest on the Costa Blanca Skills Camp will receive an exclusive souvenir jersey, designed by our official apparel partner Tactic UK. Riders will also see Manchester Cycling Academy staff and ride leaders in Tactic kit throughout the week.

Train on iconic routes

Just 10 minutes from Benidorm and 20 minutes from Calpe, Albir is at the heart of the Costa Blanca’s world-class cycling terrain. Daily rides will explore legendary climbs such as the Col de Rates and the stunning Castell de Guadalest, all under the Mediterranean sun.

Base miles, not burn-out
We believe young riders should prioritise low-intensity, consistent miles over high-intensity sessions. Our camp is built on our philosophy of steady rides, sociable paces and steady efforts. Riders of all abilities will find a group that fits and younger riders will build the endurance they need to thrive in the coming season.

For the longer, more hilly rides we will have a mini-bus option to take riders into the hills to avoid training overload.

A family feel

This trip has a real family feel and throw in that you’ll mix with professional riders every day, you’ve got the perfect environment for creating an unforgettable experience on and off the bike. Our guests are a mix of teenage developing riders, parents and cycling enthusiasts of all ages, which makes for a welcoming, supportive and inspiring environment.

You'll stay in a twin or family room as a family unit and our ride leaders will guide the groups out into the hills each day.

Riders aged under sixteen years old are welcome to attend but must be accompanied by, and stay in the same room, as a parent.

Don’t miss out

Secure your place today with a £250 deposit. As it is half term, numbers on this camp are limited with a maximum of 20 guests.

Once you have paid your deposit, we will be in touch regarding setting up the Direct Debit payments.

What’s Included:

• 7 Nights at a prestigious four star hotel in Albir.
• Full Board (Bed, breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Private transfers from and to Alicante Airport
• Qualified ride leaders on each led ride
• GPX files for each led ride
• Support vehicle
• Nutrition and energy bars
• Welcome Pack and Goodie Bag
• Local & English staff

What’s Not Included:

• Flights
• Bike Hire
• Drinks and meals at cafes whilst out on rides
• Any bike mechanical issues
• Travel insurance

Itinerary*:

• Saturday February 14th Transfer from Alicante Airport. Arrive at the hotel. Welcome lunch and afternoon activation ride.
• Sunday February 15th Morning Ride to Calpe and the Coastal roads.
• Monday February 16th Morning Ride to Castell de Guadalest. 
• Tuesday February 17th Morning Ride to Polop and La Nucia
• Wednesday February 18th Rest Day - Day Out Excursion Destination TBC
• Thursday February 19th Morning Ride to Col de Rates with shorter route for younger riders
• Friday February 20th Morning Ride to Puerto de Bernia with shorter route for younger riders and evening celebration
• Saturday February 21st Break camp. Final farewells and transfers to Alicante Airport.

Transfers:  One private transfer from Alicante Airport is included in the package on arrivals day at 12:00. Please allow at least one hour between your flight landing time and the transfer to accommodate passport control and baggage collection.

On departure day, there will be one private transfer which will leave the Hotel at 08.00 giving you time to have breakfast before you depart.

If you are arriving or departing at a time which is not convenient for the above transfers, we may book you onto one of the scheduled transfers which leave from and arrive to Alicante Airport each day at no extra cost to you. This will be discussed with you once you make your booking.

If you would like to make your own way to the hotel, you are more than welcome to. Formal check in time is 16.00 each day but you are welcome to enjoy the facilities and store your luggage until you take possession of your room key.

You can choose to pay in full, in monthly or quarterly intervals via our direct debit facility. Once you have paid your deposit, we will be in touch to set up your direct debit payment.

If you would like to have a single room then there will be a supplementary charge of £250 per week.

There is a deposit* of £250 payable in order to secure your place with balances due six weeks before the trip takes place.

Once you have paid your deposit, we will be in touch regarding setting up your Direct Debit payments.