TIGNES TRAINING CAMP 2026

SKIMO WEEK

November 2026

start the winter season, as if you were an elite athlete

TIGNES TRAINING CAMP 2026

SKIMO WEEK

November 2026

start the winter season, as if you were an elite athlete



BECOME
FASTER IN
RACES

DON'T MISS THE SMALL DETAILS



BECOME FASTER IN RACES


DON'T MISS THE SMALL DETAILS





EXCLUSIVE
EXPERIENCE

AN OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE YOUR TECHNIQUE TO THE NEXT LEVEL



EXCLUSIVE
EXPERIENCE


AN OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE YOUR TECHNIQUE TO THE NEXT LEVEL



MAKE THIS
YOUR BEST
SPORTS
SEASON
EVER

ACHIEVE YOUR BEST ATHLETIC VERSION


MAKE THIS YOUR BEST SPORTS SEASON EVER


ACHIEVE YOUR BEST ATHLETIC VERSION

UNLOCK YOUR FULL ATHLETIC POTENTIAL


ARE YOU READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR SKIMO TECHNIQUE AND BOOST YOUR PERFORMANCE?

Dive into intensive on-snow workshops, benefit from video analysis, and participate in nutrition and mental coaching sessions. You'll be surrounded by a community of passionate skimo enthusiasts, sharing the same terrain and techniques as high-level athletes.

Don't miss the chance to find out how far you can go

UNLOCK YOUR
FULL ATHLETIC POTENTIAL


ARE YOU READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR SKIMO TECHNIQUE AND BOOST YOUR PERFORMANCE?

Dive into intensive on-snow workshops, benefit from video analysis, and participate in nutrition and mental coaching sessions. You'll be surrounded by a community of passionate skimo enthusiasts, sharing the same terrain and techniques as high-level athletes.

Don't miss the chance to find out how far you can go

Discover the beauty of Tignes

The Paradise of SKIMO


Situated at over 2000 meters above sea level, Tignes is one of the most exclusive and thrilling ski destinations in the Alps.

Did you know it's one of the few places where you can find off-piste snow in November?

This unique factor makes it the ideal place to train and enhance your SKIMO skills before the competition season begins, allowing participants to begin their season ahead of everyone else

Discover the beauty of Tignes

The Paradise of SKIMO


Situated at over 2000 meters above sea level, Tignes is one of the most exclusive and thrilling ski destinations in the Alps.

Did you know it's one of the few places where you can find off-piste snow in November?

This unique factor makes it the ideal place to train and enhance your SKIMO skills before the competition season begins, allowing participants to begin their season ahead of everyone else

Maximizing Training Efficiency: Lactate Analysis

At the Tignes Training Camp (Competition week), participants undergo a test to measure blood lactate concentration.

This allows us to accurately determine their thresholds and training zones. The test identifies your individual lactate levels, crucial for adjusting the intensity and duration of your workouts.

With this information, you can optimize each training session, tailor your daily planning to maximize benefits, and effectively enhance your athletic performance.

Maximizing
Training
Efficiency:
Lactate
Analysis

At the Tignes Training Camp (Competition week), participants undergo a test to measure blood lactate concentration.

This allows us to accurately determine their thresholds and training zones. The test identifies your individual lactate levels, crucial for adjusting the intensity and duration of your workouts.

With this information, you can optimize each training session, tailor your daily planning to maximize benefits, and effectively enhance your athletic performance.

Level Up Your
SKIMO Skills

Join to a specialized skimo technique workshops that will take you to the next level at Tignes Training Camp. Learn to execute quick transitions, perfect kickturns with efficiency, glide skillfully on skis, and master in the use of poles.

These sessions are designed to comprehensively enhance your skills. You will acquire the techniques and knowledge that will reshape your approach to
SKIMO Races, offering you the opportunity to achieve new goals and enjoy every moment in the snow.

Get ready to tackle each challenge with
confidence.

Meet the
Organizer:
Pablo Ral

I am Pablo Ral, a professional ski mountaineering athlete and endurance sports coach. I was Spanish Sprint Vice-Champion in 2024 and Spanish Skimo Relay Champion in 2021 and 2022.

I hold a degree in Sports Science and specialize in high-performance ski mountaineering (SKIMO). I currently work as the Technical Director and coach of the Chilean SKIMO National Team, supporting athletes in their development toward the highest level of international competition.

As a coach, I work with athletes competing in the ISMF World Cup, helping them prepare for elite-level competitions. As part of this work, I was also involved in the preparation of an athlete for the 2026 Winter Olympics, where ski mountaineering made its historic Olympic debut.

As an athlete, I have competed in some of the most demanding and prestigious ski mountaineering races in the world, including Pierra Menta, Trofeo Mezzalama, and Tour du Rutor.


When I first started in this sport, there were almost no online resources available to learn and improve. This pushed me to spend more than 10 years learning, experimenting, and developing alongside some of the best athletes and coaches in the sport.

Eventually, I decided to share everything I had learned to help other athletes progress faster. Since 2018, I have been sharing training knowledge and ski mountaineering content on social media, where I have built the largest Spanish-speaking YouTube channel dedicated to ski mountaineering.

In 2021, the Tignes Training Camp was born. Today we are already celebrating its sixth edition, bringing together athletes from different countries. Many participants have transformed their understanding of ski mountaineering, found new inspiration, and taken their performance to the next level while enjoying the process.

Meet the Organizer: Pablo Ral

I am Pablo Ral, a professional ski mountaineering athlete and endurance sports coach. I was Spanish Sprint Vice-Champion in 2024 and Spanish Skimo Relay Champion in 2021 and 2022.

I hold a degree in Sports Science and specialize in high-performance ski mountaineering (SKIMO). I currently work as the Technical Director and coach of the Chilean SKIMO National Team, supporting athletes in their development toward the highest level of international competition.

As a coach, I work with athletes competing in the ISMF World Cup, helping them prepare for elite-level competitions. As part of this work, I was also involved in the preparation of an athlete for the 2026 Winter Olympics, where ski mountaineering made its historic Olympic debut.

As an athlete, I have competed in some of the most demanding and prestigious ski mountaineering races in the world, including Pierra Menta, Trofeo Mezzalama, and Tour du Rutor.


When I first started in this sport, there were almost no online resources available to learn and improve. This pushed me to spend more than 10 years learning, experimenting, and developing alongside some of the best athletes and coaches in the sport.

Eventually, I decided to share everything I had learned to help other athletes progress faster. Since 2018, I have been sharing training knowledge and ski mountaineering content on social media, where I have built the largest Spanish-speaking YouTube channel dedicated to ski mountaineering.

In 2021, the Tignes Training Camp was born. Today we are already celebrating its sixth edition, bringing together athletes from different countries. Many participants have transformed their understanding of ski mountaineering, found new inspiration, and taken their performance to the next level while enjoying the process.

DISCOVER THE WEEK

DISCOVER THE WEEK

See what is included in the
Tignes Training Camp week.

And much more.
  • 7 nights of accommodation in Tignes.

    Enjoy your stay with all the comforts you deserve in a chalet by the lakeside.
  • Customized meals

    You'll have meals tailored to the demands of this intense week by a nutritionist to ensure you have ample energy.
  • On-snow performance sessions

    Practical sessions designed to optimize efficiency, flow of movement and performance during transitions and varied snow conditions.
  • Specialized skimo coach

    Receive continuous on-field feedback to refine all details. Learn to conduct training sessions with a proven method.
  • Evening sessions indoors

    Video analysis for technical improvement, training and nutrition talks, equipment workshops, mindset sessions, and more. Everything to take you to the next level.
  • Access to climbing wall, spa, pool, and gym

    Complementary activities to bond the group and make this week even more special.
  • Gifts and partner tests

    Take home commemorative souvenirs from the Tignes Training Camp thanks to our official partners. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to try cutting-edge products.
  • Personalized performance report

    Receive a detailed improvement strategy plan based on various tests conducted throughout the week.

2500 €

See what is included in the
Tignes Training Camp week.

And much more.
  • 7 nights of accommodation in Tignes.

    Enjoy your stay with all the comforts you deserve in a chalet by the lakeside.
  • Customized meals

    You'll have meals tailored to the demands of this intense week by a nutritionist to ensure you have ample energy.
  • On-snow performance sessions

    Practical sessions designed to optimize efficiency, flow of movement and performance during transitions and varied snow conditions.
  • Specialized skimo coach

    Receive continuous on-field feedback to refine all details. Learn to conduct training sessions with a proven method.
  • Evening sessions indoors

    Video analysis for technical improvement, training and nutrition talks, equipment workshops, mindset sessions, and more. Everything to take you to the next level.
  • Access to climbing wall, spa, pool, and gym

    Complementary activities to bond the group and make this week even more special.
  • Gifts and partner tests

    Take home commemorative souvenirs from the Tignes Training Camp thanks to our official partners. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to try cutting-edge products.
  • Personalized performance report

    Receive a detailed improvement strategy plan based on various tests conducted throughout the week.

2500 €

FRECUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

FRECUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

Participants should be accustomed to training 5-6 days a week and have optimal cardiorespiratory capacity for the activities that will take place. If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit for you, don’t hesitate to contact us, and we will evaluate it together.

Participants will be provided with a list of equipment needed. It will closely resemble the gear required for an individual SKIMO competition or for a day of mountain activity. Boots should weigh less than 750g, and skis should have a waist width of less than 70mm.

Additionally, bring gym clothes and swimwear with a towel for the poil. If you have climbing equipment, feel free to bring your own.

Of course! You should indicate it when making the reservation payment, just as you would for any intolerance or allergy: 

No. This training camp focuses on performance and efficiency. It is not a guiding or formal ski instruction service. When the terrain or activity requires it, certified professionals (ski instructors or mountain guides) may be involved..

At the TTC, you’ll have the wonderful opportunity to share rooms with other passionate SKIMO people, fostering a unique communal atmosphere.

 

This accommodation setup will allow you to meet fascinating individuals from different backgrounds and experiences, enriching your journey with new friendships and perspectives. It will be a space to forge meaningful connections while enjoying an adventure in The Alps that will stay with you forever.

 

So, if you’re ready to build bonds with extraordinary people and immerse yourself in the magic of the mountains alongside new friends, the Tignes Training Camp is the perfect choice for you.

As mountain professionals, we not only seek the greatest enjoyment, but also the highest safety possible during activities. To achieve this, we will have personal safety equipment, constant communication, and an adequate first aid kit. It is mandatory for all participants to have accident insurance that covers these incidents.



Historically, skiing has been possible in Tignes from the first week of November. Its north-facing slopes, high altitude, good snowmaking capacity, and the use of snow farming, combined with the opening of the ski area on the glacier, make Tignes a reliable choice to start the season with confidence.

However, if conditions do not permit the training camp to take place, alternative options such as rescheduling to a new date or changing the destination will be discussed with the participants.

Our primary concern is the satisfaction of the participants, so we will always strive to find the best solution.

To ensure the maximum transformation of each participant, the group will not exceed 6-8 registrations per week. This creates a highly exclusive group where individual attention can be maximized.

Being a small group will also enhance camaraderie and comfort within the Chalet.

What participants thought about previous editions

What participants thought about previous editions

Tignes Training Camp
SKIMO WEEK 2026

  • 7 nights of accommodation in Tignes.
  • Customized meals
  • On-snow performance sessions
  • Specialized skimo coach
  • Evening sessions indoors
  • Access to climbing wall, spa, pool, and gym
  • Gifts and partner tests
  • Personalized performance report

Tignes Training Camp
SKIMO WEEK
2026

  • 7 nights of accommodation in Tignes.
  • Customized meals
  • On-snow performance sessions
  • Specialized skimo coach
  • Evening sessions indoors
  • Access to climbing wall, spa, pool, and gym
  • Gifts and partner tests
  • Personalized performance report

2500 €

This training camp is focused on performance development in ski mountaineering. It does not constitute a ski instruction or mountain guiding service. Activities take place in controlled environments and follow a performance-oriented training plan. Each participant is responsible for their own safety, for having the appropriate equipment, and for being physically prepared to participate. It is strongly recommended to have accident insurance that covers mountain sports activities, and it is mandatory to participate. When conditions or the activity require it, certified professionals (ski instructors or mountain guides) may be involved.

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