Camp By Camp · Spain · Portugal · France

Cycling Training Campsfor the 2027 Season.

Seven performance camps across three countries – road, gravel, and altitude. Structured coaching, real testing, a plan for every block of your year.

Camps 7 across 2027
Countries Spain · Portugal · France
Disciplines Road · Gravel · Altitude
Season Jan – Oct 2027
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Camps run in English · Portuguese, Spanish & Ukrainian also spoken by the team

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How It Works

One coaching standard.
Seven ways to use it.

Every Portcycling camp – road, gravel, or altitude – runs on the same foundation: structured coaching, real data, and a team that knows the roads. Pick the block that matches your season.

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Choose Your Camp
Road, gravel, or altitude – pick the block that matches where you are in your season, or where you want to be.
02
Train With Structure
Every camp is coached, tested, and pace-grouped by power – no guessing, no getting dropped, no wasted days.
03
Leave With A Plan
You don't just leave fitter. You leave with data, a coach who knows your numbers, and a clear next step.
"One team.
Every camp."
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2027 Camps

Pick your block.
Or follow the season.

Every camp below is coached by the same team, trains to the same data-first standard, and includes full technical support on every ride. Dates run roughly in order – book one block, or string together your whole year.

JAN 2027Road · Season Launch
Open The Season
Calpe, Spain
Jan 4–10 or Jan 16–22

Power profile testing, early rollouts ahead of the crowd, one month of remote coaching after you fly home.

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MAY 2027Gravel
Granada Gravel
Granada, Spain
May 9–15

Andalusian gravel roads and sierra passes – a technique-first camp: cornering, braking, climbing and descending, coached by a pro-team coach.

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MAY 2027Road · Altitude
Altitude Road Camp
Sierra Nevada, Spain
May 17–31

Two weeks to prepare for a big goal – sleep at 2,300 m, ride low first and climb higher day by day. Power profile tests, chef-cooked full board.

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JUNE 2027Road · Climbing
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela, Portugal
June 13–19

Portugal's highest climbs and home-cooked recovery – a mid-season block close to where Portcycling started.

Announcing very soon
JULY 2027Road · High Mountain
Grenoble Alps
Grenoble, France
Dates confirmed soon

The Alps, the way the Tour sees them. Dates are being finalised – announcement coming very soon.

Announcing very soon
AUGUST 2027Gravel
Torres Vedras Gravel
Torres Vedras, Portugal
Aug 14–18

Home-turf gravel, five days, no jet lag – the camp closest to where it all began.

Announcing very soon
OCT 2027Road · Season Closer
Close The Gap
Calpe, Spain
Oct 9–15

The season-closer – power-grouped rides, daily debriefs, a VO2max test day. Full board and welcome pack included.

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Rider Voices

What riders say.
In their own words.

From riders in our community rides and coaching programmes across Portugal.

“Portcycling team has been a big part of my cycling journey. While I initially joined for the structured training rides and performance-focused plans, I’ve come to value the community aspect even more.

Whether you’re chasing watts or just looking to stay consistent and connect with like-minded cyclists, Portcycling offers a space for both. The training is solid, but what really stands out is the inclusive atmosphere and the support from fellow members. It’s more than just a cycling group, it’s a community that motivates you, on and off the bike.”

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Daniel Matias
Torres Vedras
“Thank you all for such a lovely time and for your patience following my turtle speed. I really enjoyed and felt myself so proud of all the evolution on my riding skills.”
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Maria
Lisbon · Community rides

“Riding with Portcycling isn’t just about watts and wheels–it’s about connection, challenge, and the kind of camaraderie that makes you look forward to every single ride.

Every session feels electric. Whether we’re rolling through quiet backroads or grinding up climbs, there’s a rhythm to how we move together–an unspoken sync that only comes from trust and time on the bike. Communication flows effortlessly, whether we’re sharing strategy in the paceline or just trading laughs between efforts.”

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Miguel Franco
Costa de Caparica
“I joined a Portcycling ride in Porto without knowing anyone and left feeling like I belonged. It’s rare to find a place where everyone lifts each other up, no matter your background or experience.”
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Miguel
Porto · Community rides
“Portcycling offers outstanding cycling classes with a personalized, patient approach. Each session is thoughtfully adapted to the rider’s level, with clear, constructive feedback that helps you grow confidently. The environment is supportive and enjoyable, making every ride both productive and fun. Highly recommended for anyone looking to learn or improve their cycling skills.”
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Anna
Lisbon
“For the first time in my life, I managed to cover a distance of over 100 km with an elevation gain of 1000 meters. I am grateful to Portcycling for their support and expert knowledge!”
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Alex Zhuravlev
General Partner, Mento VC
“Switching from running to cycling due to a knee injury, I found incredible support at Portcycling. Their coaches improved my pedaling technique and perfectly adjusted my bike, enabling me to conquer a 1000m climb for the first time. This achievement has inspired me to aim for my first GranFondo next year. Thanks to Portcycling, I can pursue my passion pain-free and with new confidence. Join me and let’s reach new heights together at Portcycling!”
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Nataliia Shovkun
Senior Marketing Analyst, Big Automotive E-Commerce
Rider story

João, 50: back on the bike

A real estate professional from Lisbon. Work had pushed cycling aside – then he joined us in September 2024 with one goal: ride 100 km and feel good doing it. Five months of structured coaching and group rides later, he lined up at the UCI Granfondo Coimbra.

“It’s not about one big achievement – it’s the path itself. The process. That’s what I’m proud of.”
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+39%Sustained power
165 W → 230 W
32.5 km/hAverage at UCI Granfondo
Coimbra (goal: 28)
100 km“No problem now.”
What Each Camp Is Built For

Camps end.
Results don't.

6 months
Zero to Structured

Built for riders with no formal training history – the Season Opener is designed to send you home with tested zones, a race calendar, and a coach who keeps adjusting your plan through spring.

2 weeks
Altitude, Applied

The Sierra Nevada altitude block is built to help you peak for a summer stage race – structured to leave you measurably stronger on the opening climb.

7 days
Season, Closed Properly

For riders arriving burnt out at the end of a long season, Close The Gap is built to send you home with a real off-season plan – not just a stop.

The Coaching Team

Pro knowledge.
Personal touch.

Darina, Carlos and Artem run every cycling camp on this page. Olena leads our new running and triathlon direction. Camps run in English – with Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian spoken across the team.

Darina Balabai
Logistics & Management
Darina Balabai
Founder of Portcycling – built the community and the systems behind 50+ Coffee and Social Rides across Portugal. Went from zero to semi-pro in four years through smart coaching and discipline – proof that starting cycling at 36 can still get you to a World Championship start line two years later.
Carlos Cobos Márquez
High Performance Coach
Carlos Cobos Márquez
Part of the professional Movistar Gravel Squad. Coaches professional and semi-pro racers – among them Calum Johnston, Pablo Lospitao, and Mauricio Moreira, winner of the 2022 Volta a Portugal. Prefers to know the person before the athlete – the same principle behind every training block he builds.
Artem Shcherbyna
Cycling Guide
Artem Shcherbyna
Lives on the Costa Blanca and rides it daily. Knows every climb, gradient, and wind direction – local knowledge that turns a good route into the right one for your group's pace.
Olena Zhushman, running and triathlon coach, finishing IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia
Running & Triathlon Coach
Olena Zhushman
Master of Sport of International Class in athletics and ten years on Ukraine's national team – 800 m in 1:59.32. Now races IRONMAN 70.3 as an age-group winner. Leads our new running and triathlon direction – more very soon.
Questions

Everything you
need to know.

How do I choose which camp is right for me?
Start with the discipline (road, gravel, or altitude) and the point in your season – Open The Season and Close The Gap bookend the year, Granada Gravel and Torres Vedras Gravel suit off-road riders, and the Sierra Nevada altitude block is for riders building toward a summer peak. Message us if you're not sure – we'll help you pick.
Can I join more than one camp in the same season?
Yes – several riders build their year around two or three blocks (for example, Open The Season in January and Close The Gap in October). Ask about returning-rider pricing when you apply.
Do I need a power meter or testing history to apply?
No testing history is needed. Camps with baseline testing (like Open The Season) test you on-site with a power meter – bring your own or rent power-meter pedals from us (price on request). For the others, tell us what data you have – Strava history, recent events, or perceived effort – and we'll place you in the right pace group regardless.
Is Grenoble Alps open for applications yet?
Dates are still being finalised. Register your interest through the form on this page and we'll contact you first once they're confirmed.
What language are the camps run in?
All camps run in English. Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian are also spoken across the team, so most riders find someone to switch to if English isn't their first language.
Are the camps suitable for women?
Absolutely – and actively encouraged. Our community is mixed and inclusive. Pace groups are set by power, not gender – everyone trains at their own number.
How do payment and cancellations work?
You reserve your place with a 30% deposit, paid by card right after the booking form; the balance is due 60 days before the camp. If you're not ready to pay straight away, your place is held free for 24 hours. Cancel 90+ days before the camp for a 100% refund. After that the deposit is non-refundable; 30–59 days before, we refund 50% of the balance; under 30 days there's no refund, but you can pass your place for free to another rider of a similar level. If our coach decides the camp isn't the right fit for you, or if we cancel a camp, you get 100% back. Full details in our Cancellation Policy. We recommend travel insurance for every camp.
7 Camps · Spain · Portugal · France

Pick your camp.
Start your season.

Seven blocks. One coaching standard.

Browse the full 2027 calendar above, or tell us where you're starting from and we'll point you to the right camp.

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Organized by Portcycling – Associação (Portugal) · Non-profit cycling organization · NIPC 518757366