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Cactus Camp 2026

Escape winter and join us in Scottsdale, AZ on Feb 26-Mar 2 for the premier Triathlon Camp in Arizona. 

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What's in it?

Great training, great weather!

Great training, great weather!

Great training, great weather!

Located in the heart of Arizona, Scottsdale has become a popular destination for those seeking warmer weather and incredible training.  Sunny blue skies and outdoor training is a staple of Arizona during the winter and if not for everything else, we can ensure some proper jealousy from your buddies when you go back home showcasing new tan lines!

Amazing support & camaderie

Great training, great weather!

Great training, great weather!

We believe in hard work, dedication, and a never-give-up attitude, and we strive to embody these values in everything we do, including providing support during this camp. We offer everyone the opportunity to create new friends, extend their network and ultimately provide a safe environment for sports. 

Discover Scottsdale, AZ

Great training, great weather!

Discover Scottsdale, AZ

Discover Old Town Scottsdale with our walking Tour and hike Camelback Mountain as a perk of this camp. We want to showcase the best of the Valley and why thousands of tourists visit Scottsdale, AZ every year (and some never leave!). 

CAMP SCHEDULE

Thursday, Feb 26th

Welcome day, activities are optional

Swim or Bike or Run Workout

AM

Travel legs, meet Cactus Camp! Easy swim-bike-run to shake it out, meet new faces, and set the tone for a solid week of training.

Check-in @ Camp Houses

4pm

Bags dropped, bikes built, and smiles everywhere — camp check-in day means the fun (and the training) officially begins. Arriving earlier? No problem, we can accommodate that! 

Welcome Dinner & Presentation

PM

The week starts with connection and purpose. Our welcome dinner brings athletes and coaches together to review routes, goals, and everything that makes Cactus Camp a unique training experience.


Friday, Feb 27

Three workout option available with live presentation mid-day

Bike + Run workout

AM

Flat route on tap for today’s ride — perfect for dialing in the bike @ steady power. Riders have the option to extend up to 2 hours for extra endurance, and run off the bike.

Presentation: "Fueling in Triathlon"

Lunch Time

Training builds fitness, but nutrition fuels performance. Our Nutrition Clinic, we will break down the how, when, and what to eat so you can train harder, recover faster, and race at your best. Presented by PG Squad head-coach Pedro Gomes

Open Water Swim Clinic & Workout

PM

Train smart, swim strong. Our Open Water Clinic focuses on the skills that matter most on race day, sighting, positioning, and staying calm when it counts. Presented by PG Squad Swim Coach Carrisa Martenaer


Saturday, Feb 28

Long supported ride day with optional run off the bike

Long Aerobic Ride + Run

AM

Sweat, cadence, and tired legs that don’t quit. The group will be locking in the bike-to-run flow with the sunshine.

Transition Clinic

PM

Dialing in the details at our transition clinic — because fast races aren’t just about swim, bike, and run, but how quickly you move between them.

Walking Tour of Old Town Scottsdale

Evening

Discover Old Town Scottsdale 


Sunday, Mar 01

Long supported run day and an incredible hike to finish off the weekend

Long Aerobic Run (with aid stations)

AM

Long run day at Cactus Camp — steady pacing, strong finishes, and plenty of desert miles in the legs. The perfect test of fitness and durability.

Coffee/Recovery Ride

PM

Sunday spin vibes — easy coffee ride to flush the legs, enjoy the sunshine, and swap stories from a big week of training. Recovery never looked this good.

Hike Camelback Mountain

Sunset

Camelback Mountain is one of Phoenix's best hikes and most popular attractions for thousands of visiting tourists each year.  Enjoy sunset views of the valley while still getting a tough leg workout! 


Monday, Mar 02

Farewell campers!

Morning Swim or Bike or Run

AM

Last day, light legs, and big smiles. Optional morning workouts to wrap up an unforgettable week of training and squad camaraderie.

Farewell Camp-ers!

10am

 We will see you again in the Valley of the Sun in 2027!

Schedule above is tentative and itinerary could change based on weather forecast or other unforeseen circustances

COST & LODGING

Full Board

Full Board Shared

Full Board Shared

5 days, 4 nights

Solo occupancy room

Breakfast + Lunch

Transition Clinic

Nutrition Clinic

Fully stocked aid stations

SAG vehicle support

Tour of Old Town Scottsdale

Camp Tshirt & Gifts


$975

Full Board Shared

Full Board Shared

Full Board Shared

5 days, 4 nights

Shared occupancy room

Breakfast + Lunch

Transition Clinic

Nutrition Clinic

Fully stocked aid stations

SAG vehicle support

Tour of Old Town Scottsdale

Camp Tshirt & Gifts


$840

Just Camp

Full Board Shared

Just Camp

"BYO" accommodations

Welcome Dinner

Transition Clinic

Nutrition Clinic

Fully stocked aid stations

SAG vehicle support

Camp Tshirt & Gifts


PGS Athletes: $150

Non-PGS: $375


YOUR COACHES LEADING CAMP

Pedro Gomes

Carrisa Matenaer

Pedro Gomes

Pedro Gomes has been a professional triathlete for the last two decades, first involved in ITU short-course racing and included as an Olympic hopeful leading up to London 2012 and later focusing on long distance triathlons. Pedro is a two time IM pro winner (Sweden and Vitoria-Gasteiz in 2013) and has been a top performer at IM for the la

Pedro Gomes has been a professional triathlete for the last two decades, first involved in ITU short-course racing and included as an Olympic hopeful leading up to London 2012 and later focusing on long distance triathlons. Pedro is a two time IM pro winner (Sweden and Vitoria-Gasteiz in 2013) and has been a top performer at IM for the last decade with multiple professional podiums and top 10 results. Pedro is a USA Triathlon, USA Cycling, RRCA and IRONMAN U certified coach and works full time as a professional multisport coach and mentor. 

Ali Hall

Carrisa Matenaer

Pedro Gomes

Ali Hall has been racing triathlons for over a decade focusing on long course triathlon for the past 8. She has completed 5 Ironman distance triathlons, including the Ironman World Championship, and over a dozen 70.3s. Ali obtain her second qualification to Kona in 2025 by going 10h28 at the 2024 IM Maryland. Alongside her personal achiev

Ali Hall has been racing triathlons for over a decade focusing on long course triathlon for the past 8. She has completed 5 Ironman distance triathlons, including the Ironman World Championship, and over a dozen 70.3s. Ali obtain her second qualification to Kona in 2025 by going 10h28 at the 2024 IM Maryland. Alongside her personal achievements, Ali Hall is a RRCA Level 1 certified coach and has been coaching triathletes of all abilities. 

Carrisa Matenaer

Carrisa Matenaer

Carrisa Matenaer

Carrisa Matenaer is a former D1 All-American swimmer and experienced age-group coach who’s now a USAT Level 1 triathlon coach. She’s raced 12× 70.3s (including 3× Worlds) and the 2023 Ironman World Championships — and she’ll be leading our swim clinic to help you sharpen your stroke and build confidence in the water. 


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