2 sessions
vt speed 3200
From july, 29 to august 2
& august 5 to 9 2024
Trail courses
from A to Z
The Val Tho Summit Games are not limited to just a weekend of trail running.
For those passionate runners who want to prepare thoroughly or extend the experience beyond the main event, the organizers offer the VT Boost Camps: intensive trail training camps designed to improve runners’ performance and explore the surrounding mountains in all their glory.
What are the VT Boost Camps?
The VT Boost Camp is a unique opportunity to dive into the world of trail running under the guidance of trail experts, both in terms of the mountain environment and training and sports nutrition. These camps, organized before and after the Val Tho Summit Games, offer a comprehensive program focused on developing skills, particularly in descents, physical and mental preparation, as well as exploring the iconic trails of Val Thorens and its surroundings.
Program week 1
August 4-8 2025
Monday
9am-12pm : Welcome participants and immediate immersion in the field!
1/ Mountain risk management: The safety pack for your outings, learning the most common types of first aid
2/ Connecting with the environment
3/ Photos of your trail practices, your projects, and development goals
Your two coaches will conclude the morning with a presentation of the remaining trail camp schedule and the toolbox concept.
3pm-6pm : The tools for physical preparation and core strengthening.
While respecting your physiology with the Défitondo method (a progressive tool for tracking your core strength level) by JP.
Why plyometrics is beneficial for trail running, by JP.
The de-dramatization and safety tool: learning how to fall to overcome fears in descents! Adaptation of practices for a female audience, by Fanny!
TUESDAY
9am-12pm : Nordic Trail Hiking Workshop, to strengthen the connection with nature: landscape reading and flora discovery with Fanny, using trail hiking as a specific physical preparation tool for trail running, a morning that is both fun and comprehensive.
5pm-7pm : Understanding your trail capabilities: indirect assessment of your VO2 max in nature, followed by an analysis of the results by your coaches. Discussion on the itinerary for Thursday’s outing.
WEDNESDAY
9.30am-12pm : Tools to improve your downhill technique: a series of games designed to disconnect the mind, enabling you to reach a new level in descents.
A dynamic morning to elevate your skills to the next level!
Since the creation of Boost Camp, every week, participants reach a new level with us—immediate embarkation for guaranteed progress!
3pm-6pm : Improve your performance and health with tailored dietary tools, all while enjoying the foods you love! This represents 30% of your progress!
THURSDAY
8.30am-12.30pm : Long outing in 2 speed groups and learning management! Hydration and nutrition
4pm-7pm : In half-groups
A/ The Learning tool about the mountain environment and how to orient yourself and read your maps. From the map to your watches to follow a route by Fanny
B/ Knowing how to analyze and understand your cardio-GPS data to progress by JP
C/ Together: innovative equipment! 30’
FRIDAY
9.30am-12pm : Immersion in a real athletics class led by JP, stretching and relaxation by Fanny.
2pm-4pm : TOPO – Learn to be autonomous in creating your own training programs.
Stage debrief with your coaches!
Program week 2
August 11-15 2025
Monday
9am-12pm : Welcome to participants followed by an acclimatization outing with your three guides during which we will discuss your camp objectives: your coaches commit to providing a complete answer.
3pm-5.30pm : Physical preparation core strengthening workshop with the Défitondo method (a progressive tool for tracking your core strength level).
Why plyometrics with JP and a scan by Julien Bouix: evaluation of your motor preferences but also consideration of your vulnerable areas. Finally, learning to fall to remove fears in descents!
TUESDAY
9am-12pm : Pole Workshop in a fun and complete format JP Camm.
5pm-7pm : Performance workshop: indirect outdoor evaluation of your VO2 max
WEDNESDAY
9.30am-12pm : Workshop to improve descents: games to disconnect the mind, along with physical and mental energizing to approach them more effectively, by Julien Bouix. Every week, participants reach a new level with us and progress!
3pm-6pm : Workshops: Trail & Nutrition!
Nutrition accounts for 30% of your progress.
You will discover how to maintain focus during competition through postural relaxation, calming breathing exercises, positive thinking, and anchoring techniques, by Julien Bouix.
THURSDAY
8.30am-12.30pm : Long outing in 2 speed groups and learning management! Hydration and nutrition
4pm-7pm : TOPO knowing how to analyze and understand your cardio-GPS data to progress – Innovative equipment, mental preparation with the TOPS method by Julien Bouix.
FRIDAY
9am-11am : Immersion in a real athletics session led by Julien and JP, preparation for the weekend races
1pm-3pm : TOPO Being autonomous in making your training programs. The camp review!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
• All departures are planned in front of the Tourist Office, Place Caron
• Bring breathable/warm clothing (waterproof top, tights and windbreaker)
• Running backpack with a 1.5L water bag + snacks
• Weather is changing at this time of year: bring running shoes with marked studs
.• Courses will take place with a minimum of 10 participants at D-7
Dates: 2 Boost Camp sessions – one preparation session from August 4 to 8 and one recovery session from August 11 to 15.
Duration: The VT Boost Camps last 1 week for the preparation stage and 5 days for the recovery stage.
PRE-REQUISITES
Valid license
or medical certificate
and participation in a trail of minimum 2 hours
The VT Boost Camps are designed for runners of all levels, from beginners to experienced athletes, looking to improve their performance and push their limits.
RATES
37€ per session
350€ for the course
CONTACT
Jean Pierre CAMM
D.E Athletics, Nordic Walking instructor
+33 (0)6 07 47 22 84
jpcamm@numericable.fr
ENCADREMENT
The participants will be supervised by
Week 1
Fanny COULON, State-certified Mountain Leader
Jean-Pierre CAMM, State-certified Athletics Coach and Nordic Walking Instructor, specialized in mountain trail running
Week 2
Julien BOUIX, State-certified Mountain Leader in Val Thorens, Chief Instructor at EPMS, Head Coach of the French Military Triathlon Team Specialized in operational mental preparation, ultra-distance trail and cycling, and motor preference assessment
Jean-Pierre CAMM, State-certified Athletics Coach and Nordic Walking Instructor, specialized in mountain trail running
Program
August, 4-8
Conferences, nutrition and technical workshops. Led by Julien Chorier, ultra-trailer athlete and Jean Pierre Camm, D.E Athletics
FRIDAY, august 8
Young people from 12 to 17 years old will also compete in the VT Trail Kids!
saturday, august 9
The emblematic vertical kilometer! A “sprint” of 4.6 km, 1000m of difference in altitude, from 2003m to the Cime Caron summit, 3200m!
sunday, august 10
To meet your desires, 3 races are offered this year, there will be something for everyone!
sunday, august 10
Ingredients: surprises, laughter, sharing. In Val Thorens… 6 km of easy riding 100% unmissable!
August, 11-15
Conferences, nutrition and technical workshops. Led by Julien Chorier, ultra-trailer athlete and Jean Pierre Camm, D.E Athletics