MOUNTAIN ENDURANCE EXPERIENCE

The Sole Pursuit Running Mountain Endurance Experience is an immersive 3.5-day trail running retreat in Kootenay National Park. It is designed to simulate the physical, mental, and logistical demands of ultra-distance running — without the pressure of race day.

Note: Application/Registration opens February 1st

Mountain Endurance Experience – July 24-27, 2026

3.5-Day Ultra Preparation Retreat

For runners with trail experience ready to take on their first or next ultra with confidence, strategy, and community.

OVERVIEW

What to expect:

Guided alpine trail running on mountainous, high-elevation terrain
Significant sections climbing and descending across multiple days
Back-to-back endurance efforts to simulate fatigue experienced in ultra races
Coaching on pacing, fueling, mindset, self-care and efficiency
Small, effort-based pacing groups led by experienced coaches
Built-in recovery, reflection, and community time

This immersive retreat takes place in high-elevation, alpine mountain terrain and combines guided trail runs, back-to-back endurance efforts, and practical coaching to help build confidence, refine strategy, safely increase intensity and learn how to run stronger over long days where elevation gain is guaranteed.

This is not a race. It’s an endurance experience — built around smart pacing, fueling, terrain management, and shared adventure.

WHO THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR

This experience is intentionally designed for trail runners with experience looking to expand their capabilities with like-minded individuals in a small but supportive group setting.

Prerequisite:

Proof of completing two 25 km or longer trail race events within the past 12 months or other long distance non-race events.

You’re a great fit if you:

Are training for your first or next ultra-distance event
Want real-world experience with long efforts and back-to-back days
Are comfortable spending multiple hours on technical trails
Value coaching, learning, and community over competition

WHAT’S INCLUDED

3.5 days of fully guided trail running experiences
Shared accommodations (private rooms available at additional fee)
Multiple coached endurance runs (long, medium, and recovery)
Small-group pacing with experienced leaders
Aid station practice (fueling, hydration, transitions)
Coaching talks on pacing, mindset, and ultra strategy
Optional 1:1 coaching session (limited availability)
Group dinners (Days 2 & 3)
Daily breakfast
Optional yoga, recovery, and social sessions (Think GAME NIGHT!!!)
Post run snacks and refreshments

NOTE: Transportation, gear, and lunches will NOT be covered. Car pooling will be encouraged and necessary for some trail access.

PACING GROUPS & COACHING TEAM

Participants will be divided into paced sub-groups to ensure appropriate effort, learning, and safety.

Each group will be led by an experienced trail runner or coach:

Bios coming soon — each leader brings a unique blend of ultra experience, coaching insight, and trail wisdom.

Groups are effort-based, supportive, and adaptive — this is about running smart, not racing each other.

READY TO JOIN US?

With limited spots available, each participant benefits from attentive coaching, genuine connection, and a positive, high-impact group experience. Get ready to reserve your place in this unforgettable mountain endurance weekend.

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Registration opens February 1st.