Cycling, Running & Triathlon Training Camps

Cycling, Running & Triathlon Training Camps

Training Camps

Train Together, Race Ready

Cycling, running and triathlon camps built around quality work — structured sessions, race-specific efforts and direct coaching feedback in a team setting.

Whether you’re chasing a race goal, working on your climbing or want to train with a supportive group, a camp is a focused block of training you can’t get riding alone.

No shortcuts. Just execution.

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Group of riders at Spring Training Camp 2026
Spring Training Camp 2026

What to Expect

01 Expert Coaching Led by Gilberto Cortez, a USA Cycling and TrainingPeaks certified coach.
02 Tailored Training Individual attention and plans matched to your fitness level and goals.
03 Scenic Locations Places like Big Bear and San Diego that challenge and inspire.
04 Skill Development Structured sessions for technique, endurance and overall performance.
05 Holistic Approach Nutrition, recovery and mental strategies — not just the workouts.
Athletes at a PRT training camp
Off-Season Camp with PRT · 2024

Three Sports, One Approach

Every camp covers the whole athlete — technique, fitness, nutrition, recovery and mental strategy — focused on the demands of your sport.

Road & Mountain Bike

Cycling Camps

For racing goals, better climbing, or riding in a supportive group.

Advanced Riding Techniques Practice skills that make you more efficient.
Group Riding Dynamics Paceline skills and drafting.
Climbing & Descending Tackle both with confidence.
Fitness Assessments VO2 max testing to track progress.
Beginner to Experienced

Running Camps

Become a stronger, faster and more efficient runner.

Running Form Analysis Feedback to improve efficiency and reduce injury risk.
Speed & Endurance Workouts that build both.
Strength & Conditioning Power and stability for running.
Mental Strategies Toughness and race-day confidence.
Swim · Bike · Run

Triathlon Camps

Integrated training for all three disciplines, for triathletes of all levels.

Swim Technique Technique, endurance and speed in the water.
Bike-Run Integration Brick workouts that simulate race conditions.
Race Preparation Transitions, pacing and race-day strategy.
Strength & Testing Triathlon-specific strength and VO2 max testing.
Inside a Camp

Spring Training Camp 2026

Three days in San Diego built around purposeful work, not volume for the sake of volume — simulating the demands of race season with hard efforts and direct coaching feedback.

Day 1 Testing & Opening Ride VO2 max testing to see where everyone stands, then an evening ride to settle in.
Day 2 Race-Style Efforts Repeated mini race efforts under pressure, followed by a core workout.
Day 3 Climb, Then Run About 3,500 ft of climbing in roughly two hours up San Miguel Mountain, then a 10-mile run on tired legs.
303 W Franco · San Miguel climb 32:00 at 303 watts average — 6th fastest overall on the Strava KOM standings.
2nd + 1st Asher · bike, then run Second on the climb, then the fastest 10-mile run of the camp.
+10% Alek · VO2 max power About 10% more VO2 max power while losing about 10 lb in roughly 3 months.
Group of cyclists during a race-effort session
Group of cyclists on the final day of camp
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Camp Calendar

From Big Bear to Catalina Island to San Diego — here’s where we’ve trained, and where the next camp will be posted.

Upcoming Camp · April 2027 Sea Otter Classic Camp Monterey, CA · Road & Mountain Bike
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Past Camps
2026
July – August Baja Epic Stage Race Prep Camp Big Bear, CA · Three weekends ending Jul 26, Aug 16 & Aug 30 Stage Race Prep
June Catalina Island Training Camp Catalina Island, CA · Three days, Friday to Sunday Mountain BikeXC
April Sea Otter Classic Monterey, CA RoadMountain Bike
April Spring Training Camp San Diego, CA · Three days CyclingRunningVO2 Max Testing Read the recap →
2025
October Road & MTB Cycling Camp Big Bear, CA RoadMountain Bike
April Sea Otter Classic Monterey, CA RoadMountain Bike
2024
October Off-Season Training Camp with PRT San Diego, CA · October 4–6 · Moved from Big Bear due to fires RoadMountain Bike Read the recap →
2023
October Off-Season Training Camp with PRT Big Bear, CA RoadMountain Bike
PRT Training Camp 2024 group photo
PRT Training Camp 2024

Why Train With Us?

01 Proven Track Record Our camps have helped athletes achieve personal bests and exceed their training goals.
02 Supportive Community Train with passionate athletes who support and motivate each other.
03 Expert Resources Training tools, nutrition advice and recovery techniques to get the most from camp.
04 Small Groups Small group sizes mean personalized coaching and attention.

Join the Next Camp

Camps are led by Gilberto Cortez, a USA Cycling and TrainingPeaks certified coach. Reach out to ask about upcoming dates, locations and which camp fits your goals.

USA Cycling CertifiedTrainingPeaks Certified20+ Years Racing
Don’t Miss the Next One

Tell me your sport and your goals, and I’ll let you know when the next camp is open.

Call me today (619) 649-9309 Get in Touch