Training Sessions
OUTDOOR GROUP TRAINING SESSIONS:
Raquel´s personal training business has always specialised in outdoor training and is an expert in this field. Her training sessions are some of the most popular outdoor running, swimming and bootcamp training sessions in Sydney.
Raquel is regularly featured in sport and fitness magazines, TV and newspapers from all over the world including: Runners World, Sydney Morning Herald, SBS, CNN,ESPN, Athletics Australia, etc.
Outdoor Group Training Sessions:
Outdoor Group Sessions are on hold during Sydney Lockdown
SWIMMING SESSIONS MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
DETAILS: Swimming technique programs every year. (for beginners or advanced swimmers). All levels.
Weekly group swimming sessions to improve your swimming skills, your fitness and build confidence, efficiency and distance.
The programs include swimming improvement, training, drills, intervals, stroke coordination, breathing improvement and many more specific and useful exercises to help you to become a better swimmer.
Swimming lessons are designed to learn and improve your swimming technique.
Raquel Holgado, experienced long distance swimmer, triathlete, marathon runner, fitness coach and running coach. Highly qualified and accredited coach in Australia and Spain.
Last long swim achievement:
9-km swim in the Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia
Join a swimming program and develop your swimming technique, build efficiency and distance!
LOCATION: Clovelly for swimming and technique sessions or Coogee for ocean swims along the bay.
NEW PROGRAMS:
GROUP 1 –
10-Week Program from 31 May to 02 August
Monday afternoon from 12:20pm to 1:00pm – 40 minute lesson
GROUP 2 –
10-Week Program from 2 June to 4 August
Wednesday mornings from 6:10am to 6:50am – 40 minute lesson
FEES:
$280 – 10-swim package *Special fee for people who renew a program
$320 – 10-swim package
$290 – 8-swim package
$200 – 5-swim package
Private swimming lessons available anytime – 30-min lesson
COOGEE BOOTCAMP TUESDAY MORNING
DETAILS: 8-Week Outdoor Training Programs with a motivating and fun group of people. Improve your fitness skills and track your progress. This program involves a variety of upper body, leg and core strength exercises and cardio.
JOIN ANYTIME! Don´t wait to the next program and start training !
NEW DATES (June & July): From Tuesday 27 July to Tuesday 28 September – 6:15am to 7:00am (45 minutes)
FEES & DISCOUNTS:
$200 – payments 1 week before the start of the training program
$220 – 10-week program
$100 – Half of the program for 4 of 10 weeks + Use your sessions as your convenience within the 10 weeks.
$90 – 3-session package *To use within 1 month of purchase.
COOGEE 5km RUN + STRENGTH THURSDAY MORNINGS
DETAILS: Join Raquel´s Coogee group running session every Thursday morning and she will run with you for the 5km run around Coogee + some of the sessions will include sets of hills or steps to build strength. Every running session will be different and fun. 6:00am to 7:00am (60 minutes)
FEES:
Monthly payment!
$20 discount for payments 1 week before the start!
3 Thursdays – $90 (or $70)
4 Thursdays – $100 (or $80)
5 Thursdays (months with 5 Thursdays) – $110 (or $90)
1 Single run – $30
Every new month = new payment *Sessions don´t accumulate from month to month
MASCOT BOOTCAMP THURSDAY MORNINGS
DETAILS: Join this weekly outdoor training session with a motivating and fun small group of people. This session involves a variety of strength and cardio exercises. Full body workout. Every Thursday morning from 8:15 to 9:00am (45 minutes)
*Check availability for this specific group. Small group with a limit of 6 people.
FEES:
$350 – 10-week full program (5/6 people)
$400 – 10-week full program (3/4 people)
COOGEE BOOTCAMP THURSDAY EVENINGS
DETAILS: Join this weekly outdoor training session with a motivating and fun group of people. This session involves a variety of strength and cardio exercises. Full body workout / 10-week programs / Every Thursday evening from 6:45 to 7:30pm (45 minutes)
JOIN ANYTIME!
FEES:
$200 – payments 1 week before the start of the training program
$220 – 10-week program
$100 – Half of the program for 4 of 10 weeks + Use your sessions as your convenience within the 10 weeks.
$90 – 3-session package *To use within 1 month of purchase.
CENTENNIAL PARK BOOTCAMP SATURDAY MORNINGS
DETAILS: Motivating and enjoyable start to the weekend. Suitable for all fitness levels. Every Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:00am (60 minutes)
FEES:
$200 – 10-week full program – SPECIAL FEE for people who renew a program
$240 – 10-week full program
$210 – 8 weeks of the 10-week program –flexible option
$90 – 3-session package *To use within 1 month of purchase.
*If it rains, this session is at Redfern Park under a big cover (8 minute walk from Central Station). Only 3 km far from Centennial Park.
RUNNING SESSIONS SUNDAY MORNINGS
Raquel has completed many running events, triathlons, duathlons, aquathlons, half marathons and 6 marathons: Sydney Marathon, New York Marathon, Great Wall Marathon in China, Melbourne Marathon, Tokyo Marathon and Berlin Marathon.
MAY to JULY 2021
12-WEEK RUNNING PROGRAM
JOIN SUNDAY RUNS ANYTIME! FLEXIBLE OPTIONS!
From Sunday 2 May to Sunday 18 July 2021
DETAILS: Joining Raquel´s Sunday runs you will enjoy every single Sunday run, have the guidance, support and coaching of an experienced and highly qualified. The sessions will help you to achieve running distances from 5km to Half Marathon for 21.1km or longer runs as well. You will achieve long distances every Sunday coming to the sessions.
DISTANCES: Long runs available each Sunday (18/20km) + short runs (From 2/3km to 10km)
TIME / Starts: 7:00am (long runs), 7:30am or 7:45am (short runs) to approx. 9:00/9:15am
FEES & DISCOUNTS:
Option 1 – 12-week program:
ONLY $24 AVERAGE PER 2 HOUR SESSION FOR EARLY PAYMENTS !
$312 by 11 April (Expired!) – $350 full fee
Option 2 – Single runs before the end of the current program:
$40 x 1 ($40) / $36 x 2 ($72)
RUNS LEFT FOR THE CURRENT PROGRAM:
WEEK 10 – Sunday 15 July – Sydney CBD – Woolloomooloo – Pyrmont
WEEK 11 – Sunday 18 July – Centennial Park
WEEK 12 – Sunday 25 July – Rose Bay – Whatsons Bay
For more information about these sessions, contact Raquel.
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NEW RUNNING PROGRAM AVAILABLE!
AUGUST, SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2021
12-WEEK RUNNING PROGRAM
JOIN SUNDAY RUNS ANYTIME! FLEXIBLE OPTIONS!
From Sunday 8 August to Sunday 24 October 2021
DETAILS: Joining Raquel´s Sunday runs you will enjoy every single Sunday run, have the guidance, support and coaching of an experienced and highly qualified. The sessions will help you to achieve running distances from 5km to Half Marathon for 21.1km or longer runs as well. You will achieve long distances every Sunday coming to the sessions. Some of the long runs will be great for a marathon preparation as well.
DISTANCES: Long runs available each Sunday (18/20km) + short runs (From 2/3km to 10km)
TIME / Starts: 7:00am (long runs), 7:30am or 7:45am (short runs) to approx. 9:00/9:30am
FEES & DISCOUNTS:
Option 1 – 12-week program:
ONLY $24 AVERAGE PER 2 HOUR SESSION FOR EARLY PAYMENTS !
$312 by 31 July – $330 by 05 August – $350 full fee
Option 2 – 10 of 12 runs:
$280 by 31 July – $300 by 05 August – $320 full fee
Option 3 – 6 of 12 runs:
$200 by 31 July – $210 by 05 August – $220 full fee
Option 4 *Option valid for new people – 3 running sessions:
(Try a few runs before committing a full program)
$70 1 person or $50 each for more than 2 people
*$80 OFF:
Bring a friend to join the 12-week program and you will both receive a discount (at least one of the 2 people must be a new client training with Raquel for the first time). $80 discount for you and $80 discount for your friend.
LOCATIONS:
- The main start of the runs are from Centennial Park + A few of the routes will start from Coogee, Rose Bay or others.
- Once you sign up to the running program you will receive the exact running routes as well.
WEEK 1 – Sunday 8 August – Centennial Park
WEEK 2 – Sunday 15 August – Centennial Park – Bondi
WEEK 3 – Sunday 22 August – Centennial Park – Coogee
WEEK 4 – Sunday 29 August – Rose Bay – Rushcutters – Hyde Park
WEEK 5 – Sunday 05 September – Coogee – Maroubra
WEEK 6 – Sunday 12 September – Brighton Le-Sands (near airport)
WEEK 7 – Sunday 19 September – Centennial Park – Bronte
WEEK 8 – Sunday 26 September – Centennial Park – Sydney Opera House
WEEK 9 – Sunday 03 October – Coogee – Bondi Coastal Run
WEEK 10 – Sunday 10 October – Special route!!
Brighton Le-Sands to Cronulla + train back to Rockdale + 2.5km walk to the start point.
WEEK 11 – Sunday 17 October – Rose Bay – Whatsons Bay
WEEK 12 – Sunday 24 October – Surprise !
For more information about these sessions, contact Raquel.
Sign up to Raquel´s Running Event and complete a 5km run, 10km run or half marathon 21.1km at the end of the running program:
November 2021 – RAQUEL´S BIRTHDAY RUNNING EVENT + MEDAL – Run 5km, 10km or Half Marathon 21.1km + Receive a medal. (FEES: July-$40 – August&September-$50 – October&November-$60)
Click here for the Running Event details
For more information about these sessions, contact Raquel.
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GROUP OR PERSONAL TRAINING
Raquel’s experience, energy, motivation and dedication will inspire you to make and achieve your fitness goals.
- Personal Training – Would you to improve your health and fitness and not sure where to start? Contact Raquel for personal training sessions. One to one, couples or family sessions.
- Private Groups (5-Week or 10-Week Program) – Looking for someone to train you and a group of friends or colleagues? Raquel offers a fun, collaborative outdoor personal training service – where fitness becomes fun!
- Corporate Fitness Programs – Whether you are looking for a personal trainer to be on call for your business’ needs, or are looking for a few one-off sessions for your employees, Raquel has you covered.
- Triathlon, Marathon and Running Coaching – Raquel lives what she teaches, and regularly competes in triathlons and marathons. Whether you want to improve your running technique or are looking to compete in a popular competition, she can draw on years of experience to create the perfect program for you.
- Swimming lessons and coaching – Need someone to teach you to swim, or help you improve your skills in the water? Raquel is a qualified swimming instructor as well! one to one or group swimming lessons ( swimming pool and ocean water).
Client Testimonials
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Raquel is a fun, enthusiastic and passionate trainer who pushes me to achieve my best every session without being ‘pushy’. I have been doing group training with Raquel for years and am constantly impressed by her ability to ensure each session is tailored to every individual’s needs, no matter their level of fitness or ability.
Claudia -
We’ve been training with Raquel for more than 2 years. Although it’s a group class she gives each of us one on one attention and feedback according to our individual fitness level. We have all improved our health and fitness levels. We really enjoy training with Raquel.
The Coogee Girls -
Raquel made a big change in my life. Her perseverance, sports knowledge, punctuality and people skills in her career have built up a fantastic trainer that can help people at any age or with any ability gain their confidence and spirit back and reach their dream objectives.
Parisa -
We have been training with Raquel for more than 1 year. She is a fantastic personal trainer. She is very knowledgeable and customizes her workouts to suit our personal goals. It is a pleasure working with Raquel as she is personable and friendly. She is definitely highly recommended.
Jackye & Nick -
I have been training with Raquel for more than a year and have loved every moment. I find being able to train at such a young age allows me to get in extra exercise for the week. Raquel is so lovely, encouraging, supportive and has helped me to become fitter and healthier.
Karina
“Do what you love and love what you do”
Raquel Holgado, Personal Trainer & Coach