SWIM. CAMP 5
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with "Your Swim Coach" Johann Ackermann
YOUR TECH DEEP DIVE.
Our Build-up Training Camp is the next level for all swimmers and triathletes who already have a solid technical foundation and now want to work on their speed. This isn't about just counting tiles; it's about physiological development and targeted performance management. "Dein Schwimmcoach" Johann Ackermann will push you to your limits: With sports science precision and honest feedback, we'll optimize your performance under load.
This week, performance and speed are at the forefront. It's ideal for advanced swimmers, graduates of our Build-up Workshops, or ambitious athletes who want to stabilize their technique while getting faster. You'll learn how to individually manage your performance, swim intervals with clear intensity targets, and develop your personal strategy to gain time in races. The goal is to increase your load tolerance and define your individual performance parameters for the upcoming season.
Camp Period
2026-12-11–2026-12-18
Destination
Lanzarote
Accommodation including half board
Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort****
Sports management
"Dein Schwimmcoach" Johann
We'll always find the best, most up-to-date price tailored just for you. Your exact price will be determined during your inquiry, based on your chosen services & occupancy (flights, accommodation, training, etc.).
Single Room incl. Half Board / Sports Package from EUR 1,225
1 Week Camp – Double Room incl. Half Board & Sports Package
from EUR 945
WHY A CAMP WITH "YOUR SWIM COACH" JOHANN ACKERMANN?
TRAINING
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Sports management by Johann Ackermann
Read more about Johann here
Do you have your own coach? It's best to discuss with them in advance which sessions make sense for you and where you'll do your individual training.
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Physiological Development & Pace
We're putting performance management front and center. Using Critical Swim Speed (CSS) and frequency tests, we'll pinpoint your current fitness level for super-precise training control.
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Athletic and strength training
Very few people do it on their own at home, right? ;) Of course, athletics, strength training, and pulling exercises are essential at camp.
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Athletic and strength training
The sessions are intense and structured. Swimming at around 3 km per hour, we cover significantly more metres and work at a higher training load.
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Individual Analysis
Based on your test results, we'll develop strategies to help you get faster and apply your technique in the race.
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guided swimming and technique training
The units consist of technique, strength endurance, open water swimming and also some speed.
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Athletic and strength training
Very few people do it on their own at home, right? ;) Of course, athletics, strength training, and pulling exercises are essential at camp.
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Athletic and strength training
Very few people do it on their own at home, right? ;) Of course, athletics, strength training, and pulling exercises are essential at camp.
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Athletic and strength training
Very few people do it on their own at home, right? ;) Of course, athletics, strength training, and pulling exercises are essential at camp.
TRAVEL
Put together your camp trip exactly the way it suits you: camp, flight, transfer, accommodation – mix and match as you like. You choose when within the camp period you arrive. Nothing is mandatory, everything is possible. And if you want, we’ll take care of everything. We Care 4 You!
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Flight booking
You don't have to worry about your flight; we'll find the right connection for you and book your individual flight.
Of course, you can also book it yourself. Once we've confirmed your Training Camp Booking, you can book your flights and simply provide us with your flight numbers and arrival/departure times for optional transfer planning.
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Airport transfer
Regardless of whether you book your flight yourself or through us, we will organize the transfer from the airport to your accommodation for you and your bike.
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Room exchange
Even if you're traveling alone, you can request a double room. We'll do our best to find a suitable roommate for you.
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Travel Insurance
Book the right travel insurance directly with your trip – it's simple, transparent, and tailored for sports trips. You can even insure your bike transport on the plane. Find all the details here.
A TYPICAL
DAY
A typical day at the Build-up Training Camp is demanding, structured, and absolutely goal-oriented. We work hard, but always smart.
Mornings kick off with the main pool session. This is where we tackle intensive intervals or specific performance tests. It's all about putting power into the water and precisely controlling your technique, even when fatigued. Afternoons get tactical or supplementary. We head to the sea for open water sprints, complete a strength and conditioning session for power development, or use a second pool session for technical fine-tuning at moderate intensity.
Evenings are for analysis. We discuss the data from your CSS tests, analyze video footage under load, or dive deep into training theory in expert lectures. You'll not only learn that you've gotten faster, but also why.
Every day boosts your performance. Every session is a step towards your new PB.
Want more details? Download the weekly schedule here!
SPORTS
LINE
JOHANN ACKERMANN
Long distance in under 8 hours – and still time for a smile.
Over 20 years in elite sport, Bundesliga Triathlon, Ironman Texas in under 8 hours and a long-distance victory in Cologne – Johann has more long-distance kilometres in his legs than most will ever see on the clock.
Today, the sports science graduate passes on his knowledge as "your swim coach" – science-based, with a wink and absolutely zero bullshit. At camp you can even get your hands on his exclusive 6-week training plan.
More camps with Johann:
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BARCELÓ LANZAROTE ACTIVE RESORT****
Costa Teguise – Lanzarote
Train. Discover. Repeat:
Located in Costa Teguise, the Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort is our go-to base for endurance athletes who want to experience the magic of the volcanic island between training sessions.
Start the day with a sunrise swim session in the pool, explore the legendary climbs at Femés or Tabayesco by bike, or nail your running intervals along the volcanic fields. Afterwards, the spa or a trip to Famara beach is waiting for you.
Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort – your sporting basecamp on the island of a hundred volcanoes.
50-metre pool & fully equipped fitness centre
Extensive sports & class programme
Athlete-friendly buffet & healthy snack bars
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is more than a training destination. The island is a testing ground for body and mind, offering real conditions: wind, heat, elevation. That's exactly why so many ambitious athletes come here — to work with focus, sharpen technique and endurance, and feel the raw energy of this volcanic island.
On perfectly surfaced roads, through lava fields and serpentine climbs, the cycling routes take you through Timanfaya National Park, up to the Mirador del Río, or over the legendary Haría switchbacks. The combination of long climbs, fast descents and open terrain makes every ride a genuine experience.
Our camps combine professional coaching with a well-structured programme for anyone who wants to work on themselves with purpose. Swimming sessions in a 50-metre pool or in the Atlantic, running sessions along the coast, on the promenade or on the trails — always guided by our coaches, always individually tailored.
And the best part? Despite the intensity, there's still room for recovery and enjoyment. Soaking up the sun after training, a relaxed evening with the Community. Lanzarote is demanding, but also inspiring. That's what makes it so special.
