• Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion
  • Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion
  • Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion
  • Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion
  • Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion
Reunion Island

Ultra Trail training course with Ludovic Pommeret in Réunion

Réf : ZXGVBM

In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Trail running
    Beginner
    For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
    Intermediate
    For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
    Confirmed
    For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
    Advanced
    You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
    Expert
    You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
  • Destination
    French Overseas Territories / Reunion Island
  • Age
    From 16 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    21.74 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

Embark on an immersive trail running course in the heart of Réunion Island , a spectacular volcanic island and UNESCO World Heritage Site . For 7 intense days , this trip is designed for passionate runners seeking performance , a digital detox , and shared experiences. Coached by Ludovic Pommeret , you'll explore the island's iconic trails : vertiginous ridges, forest paths, and breathtaking panoramas between majestic cirques and rugged cliffs .

The program alternates between technical outings , advanced workshops, personalized coaching, and optimized recovery periods, all within a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The all-inclusive package includes accommodation , tailored meals , and daily support , allowing you to fully concentrate on your progress .

This camp is much more than just training: it's a sporting and human adventure in an exceptional, challenging yet inspiring region. A unique experience to push your limits while exploring an island with an authentic character.

The highlights

  • Exceptional coaching with Ludovic Pommeret
  • Supervision by athletes and high-mountain experts (AMM)
  • Comprehensive approach: technique, physical conditioning, recovery and nutrition
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Sport

Level

Trail running

Confirmed

Levels

Trail running
Beginner
For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
Intermediate
For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
Confirmed
For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
Advanced
You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
Expert
You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average distance/day: 26 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1794 m

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Ludovic Pommeret - coach
Ludovic Pommeret - coach

A member of the French national trail running team, two-time winner of the Hardrock 100, 2nd in the 2025 Grand Raid Ventoux, 4th in the 2025 Grand Raid de la Réunion, and 6th in the 2025 UTMB, Ludo is a world-renowned ultra-runner. He will share his preparation tips, training methods, and competition experience with you.

Agathe Bes
Agathe Bes

A member of the French national long-distance trail running team, Agathe Bès took first place in the women's race at the 2025 Templiers Endurance Trail (100.1 km, 4,270 m elevation gain). A certified mountain guide and yoga instructor, she embodies a rare balance between athletic excellence, technical expertise, and well-being.


Management

Other supervisors

To enable you to perform while respecting your body and mind, our care team will support you throughout the course .

  1. Erwan Merandet , a former professional firefighter and experienced mental coach, will teach you how to unleash your potential, perform without exhausting yourself, and keep a cool head in difficult times.
  2. Sylvie Perrin , a sophrologist and wellness practitioner, supports trail runners in managing stress, emotions, and exertion. Through sophrology and massage, she will help you better listen to your body, enhance your recovery, and find the balance between performance and serenity.
  3. Frédéric Blanchet , a specialist in naturopathy and wellness massages, offers personalized treatments combining manual techniques and lifestyle advice to optimize your energy and promote overall balance.


Thanks to this comprehensive team, your training course combines performance, recovery and well-being , allowing you to progress safely and fully enjoy the mountain experience.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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    Saint Joseph

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Distance 34 km
    • Positive elevation gain 2323 m
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You'll be met in the morning in Saint-Joseph (97480, Réunion) . After arriving and settling into your accommodation, you'll have some time to explore the area and prepare your gear. The day continues with your first trail run, a 34km hike with 2323m of elevation gain , perfect for getting into the swing of things while exploring the wild and contrasting landscapes of the island's south.

    Day 1

Note

The program can be adapted according to the group and weather conditions.

Accommodation

🏠 Holiday rental
  • 🏠 Holiday rental
  • 🏠 Holiday rental
  • 🏠 Holiday rental
  • 🏠 Holiday rental
🏠 Holiday rental

Our internship takes place on a traveling basis, in order to experience a complete immersion on the trails of the island.

You will therefore be accommodated in several guesthouses throughout the course, chosen for their comfort, warm welcome and proximity to the day's stages.

The cottage shown above is one of the stops, but other accommodations are planned depending on the progress of the stay.

Access

Departure
22 -24 rue du général Lambert à Saint-Joseph 97480
Day 1 : 07h00
End of stay
22 -24 rue du général Lambert à Saint-Joseph 97480
Day 7 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport Roland Garros à Sainte-Marie, La Réunion

From the airport, you can reach Saint-Joseph via Saint-Pierre (bus, taxi or car), then take the Car Jaune bus to Saint-Joseph.

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Price details

The price includes

✔️ Supervised by Lilian Leroy, Agathe Bes and Stéphane Gley

✔️ Coaching by Ludovic Pommeret throughout the duration of the internship

✔️ Trail running sessions on varied mountain routes, between the Galibier pass and Mont Thabor, in a breathtaking setting

✔️ Recovery massages, cold baths, access to the sauna and Jacquier air bowl every day

✔️ Practical and motivating thematic workshops focusing on mental and physical preparation, effort management, nutrition, and equipment selection

✔️ A Pulse Sports Factory t-shirt, because a real training camp never ends without a good memory!

✔️ Accommodation and full board at the Pulse Sports Campus in Valloire, from dinner on the first day to the closing lunch on the last day

The price does not include

✖️ Your individual insurance

✖️ Your dietary supplements and drinks

✖️ Transportation to Pulse Sports Campus Valloire

✖️ The equipment we recommend you bring

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