Best Buddies Challenge
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MALIBU, CA

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June 11-15, 2023
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Sept. 20-24, 2023
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Malibu Coast
Nov. 29 - Dec. 3, 2023
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MALIBU, CA

CHOOSE YOUR 2023 CAMP DATE:

Group of cyclists at overlook in Malibu
June 11-15
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Ladies edition camp - photo of three women cyclists
June 11-15
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Malibu Coast
Nov. 29 - Dec. 3
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Best Buddies Breakaway Camp: Malibu offers a select group of cyclists a world-class, five-day riding experience through the scenic canyon roads and rock-studded hillsides of the Santa Monica Mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Cyclists will pedal from coast to valley through remote, twisting and winding canyon roads past cliffside Malibu mansions and acres of forest. Base camped at the world-renowned Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, cyclists will end each ride focused on recovery with daily massages and gourmet meals handcrafted by sports nutrition experts.

With a custom-designed program for each individual cyclist. Upon your registration, staff will work with you to tailor your experience to maximize the impact of the Camp. Experienced cyclists and weekend warriors alike will learn from various industry professionals including sports nutritionists, exercise physiologists, mechanics, fit experts and tenured coaches. The Camp aims to provide participants with a holistic approach to training, with special attention given to riding more efficiently, proper rider nutrition, post-training recovery, and leaving with the foundations for a sustainably healthy lifestyle. The Camp’s goal is to use Tour de France wisdom to craft a healthy program applicable to the mature amateur athlete.

The fabled roads of Malibu – Latigo, Tuna Canyon, Mulholland – are the perfect setting for participants to work with a coach to improve climbing, descending, and cornering techniques to build confidence on mountainous terrain. Throughout the Camp, we will host discussions on topics including finding ideal training methods and exploring the recovery and nutrition habits of high-endurance professional athletes with coaches and fitness experts. And yes, there will be some tall tales from the pro peloton.

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Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Village

The Camp includes a complimentary four (4) night stay at the Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Village. Set in the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains between Malibu’s sunny beaches and Santa Barbara’s famous vineyards, this refined Californian Resort offers a relaxed atmosphere and one of the Los Angeles area’s most comprehensive spa and wellness programs.

  • Complimentary stay at the Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Village for four (4) nights.
  • Guests will have access to the resort’s five-star spa, pool, and fitness facilities
  • Complimentary daily laundry service
Four Seasons Bedroom
Four Seasons pool
Malibu Four Seasons

Training Rides

Five days of professionally-led rides through scenic canyon roads that parallel the Pacific Coast Highway with pro-peloton style SAG support.

  • Comprehensive fit evaluation and adjustments by renowned fitter Ivan O’Gorman
  • On-site mechanic for pre-ride, on-ride, and post-ride support
  • Fully catered and luxury style health-conscious rest stops. Some items include homemade, nutrition-dense rice cakes and bars, chilled fresh fruit, electrolyte drinks, soda, coffee, water, gels, and chilled and scented towels
  • A custom Best Buddies cycling kit including jersey, bib, and arm sleeves
  • Daily pre-ride briefing, route overview, skills discussion and Q&A with coach over coffee and light breakfast
  • Correspondence with coach in the weeks leading up to the Camp to discuss cycling and fitness goals
  • Option for one-on-one break-out sessions with a coach throughout the Camp
  • Every rider will depart with a general fitness calendar to achieve athletic and lifestyle goals for the year
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Group of cyclists at overlook in Malibu
Group of cyclists in Malibu

Nutrition and Wellness

The Camp aims to provide participants with a holistic approach to training, with special attention given to rider nutrition, post-training recovery, and leaving with the foundations for a sustainably healthy lifestyle.

  • Daily gourmet, nutrient-dense group breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
  • Daily post-ride massage and nutrition in the Best Buddies Recovery Room
  • Interactive group cooking experience
  • Presentations by leading experts in the cycling and fitness industries, including professional exercise physiologists
  • Learn how Tour de France winners like Chris Froome train, race, and recover for optimal performance day-in and day-out
  • Cycling focused guided yoga, stretch, and foam-rolling sessions designed to improve flexibility, relieve tension, alleviate sore muscles, and promote recovery
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Five-Day Itinerary  |  $1,500 Deposit

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WHY WE RIDE

Funds raised through the Breakaway Camp benefits Best Buddies International – the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs help people with IDD form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.

The IDD community that Best Buddies serves includes, but is not limited to, people with Down Syndrome, Autism, Fragile X, Williams Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, traumatic brain injury and other undiagnosed disabilities.

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