In partnership with Junior2Senior, our 2026 Young Athlete Camp delivered a transformative 10-day high-altitude training and cultural immersion experience at the High Altitude Training Centre (HATC) in Iten. From leading youth coaching clinics to training alongside Kenya’s finest, this camp packed a lifetime of memories and athletic development into an unforgettable trip.
Young Athlete Camp at a Glance
- Dates: August 16th to August 26th, 2026
- Location: High Altitude Training Centre (HATC), Iten, Kenya
- The Athletes: Aged 14 to 17 from the US and the UK, all passionate about running.
- Fully Supported: This camp included coaching and pastoral support from Dan Studley, Junior2Senior founder and Level 3 British Athletics Coach.
- The Training Block: 13 targeted runs of varying purpose and intensity, 4 cross-training bike sessions, 4 core stability workshops, and countlessly competitive rounds of Uno!
Unforgettable Moments
- Coaching the Next Generation: Our athletes planned and delivered an interactive training session for Team Emmanuel, a local children’s running initiative, gaining firsthand perspective on life from the coaching side of the tape. The next day, the group visited the young runners’ homes to share authentic Kenyan tea.
- Personalised Pacing & Connections: Each athlete was paired with an individual local pacer for daily runs, fostering genuine friendships and creating a true home away from home in Iten.
- Singore Girls Exchange: Visiting Singore Girls School, a legendary powerhouse of Kenyan distance running, to tour the campus, observe their workouts, and join them for a joint track session the following day.
- Embracing the Iten Way: Learning to relax into the Kenyan running philosophy, chasing sunrises on pristine red dirt trails, and drawing daily inspiration from meetings with world-class stars like Yeman Crippa, Suguru Osaka, and Brigid Kosgei.
- Lake Nakuru Safari: Concluding the trip with an incredible safari at Lake Nakuru, featuring up-close encounters with a family of white rhinos and a pair of lions resting in a shaded culvert!
From Our Runners
“Humbling experience with the most humble people. Thank you Kenya Experience and Junior2Senior for making it so memorable!”
– Daragh Cassidy (UK)
“Thank you, Kenya Experience and Junior2Senior, for making it a great experience!”
– Edith Ward (UK)
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Inspire Your Athletic Future
Designed specifically for young runners, our specialised camps blend altitude training with crucial lifestyle, cultural, and mental development.
- Complete Support: Full-board accommodation at HATC, airport transfers from Eldoret (EDL), dedicated 1-on-1 local pacers, and expert coaching.
- Reserve Your Spot: Secure a place at an upcoming camp with a £500 transferable deposit.
