strendure trail camp

The essence of Trail Camp

Each Trail Camp is an opportunity to experience what individual training cannot offer:

✅ The strength of the group
✅ The beauty of the shared trail
✅ The inner silence after a hard day in the mountains
✅ The laughter at the end of dinner
✅ The feeling of belonging

From Faial to the Alps, from Andorra to Madeira, from the classic MIUT trails to the paths of Tor des Géants, Trail Camp has become an emotional and formative milestone for all who participate. Many of our athletes describe these experiences as ‘the most incredible of their lives’ — and that is exactly what we seek to provide: something that moves you inside, leaves a mark on the outside, and stays with you forever.

This is not just about running. It is about recognising yourself in others, accepting the challenge, listening to your body, respecting the mountain — and finding strength where there was once doubt.

A remarkable experience

It was thanks to Trail Camps that I started running again with joy.

I made friends for life.

I overcame barriers that I thought were impossible.

I learned more in three days than I did in months of training on my own.

Each edition has its own character, technical profile, and educational and emotional objectives. But in all of them, the spirit is the same:
climb, learn, laugh, eat well, feel, share — and come back stronger, lighter, and more whole.

If you want to know what it means to be Strendure, come to a Trail Camp.
You will realise that here no one is left behind, but also no one stays the same.

Three years ago, I decided to join Strendure in pursuit of improvement in mountain running ⛰️. I quickly realised that it was not just a team or a simple relationship between coach and athlete. João made a point of showing that we are a family, where every achievement, whatever it may be, is celebrated. Today, I am proud to say that my progress is thanks to João, who, above being a great coach, is an excellent person. I am proud to say that I am a wolf!

Ricardo Botelho

In 2020, after almost a year dealing with recurring injuries, I found Strendure and João Mota. Since then, I have never had another injury. I discovered a passion for trail running and endurance thanks to dedicated and personalised support tailored to my needs and goals.

Romeu Martins