Athletics Training Camps in Turkey
Professional athletics and para-athletics camps in Antalya, Bolu & Erzurum — training facilities, accommodation and transfers arranged for your team.
Athletics and Para Athletics Camps for National Teams and Clubs
Orso Sports Events organizes athletics and para athletics training camps in Turkey for national teams, clubs and development squads.
Para athletics national teams from the UAE, Kyrgyzstan, Bahrain, Algeria, Denmark and the Czech Republic have prepared with us — including the UAE squad's pre-Games camp before the Paris 2024 Paralympics — alongside the Kosovo national triathlon team and athletics clubs from Lithuania and Poland.
Camps run on full-size synthetic tracks with throwing sectors and jump pits: sea-level speed work in Antalya, altitude endurance in Erzurum (about 1,900 m), cool summer training in Bolu, and camps near Istanbul in Kocaeli. Accommodation, airport transfers, recovery and an on-site team speaking English, Russian and Turkish are handled end to end. TÜRSAB-licensed travel agency, based in Antalya since 2022.
Para athletics national teams from the UAE, Kyrgyzstan, Bahrain, Algeria, Denmark and the Czech Republic have prepared with us — including the UAE squad's pre-Games camp before the Paris 2024 Paralympics — alongside the Kosovo national triathlon team and athletics clubs from Lithuania and Poland.
Camps run on full-size synthetic tracks with throwing sectors and jump pits: sea-level speed work in Antalya, altitude endurance in Erzurum (about 1,900 m), cool summer training in Bolu, and camps near Istanbul in Kocaeli. Accommodation, airport transfers, recovery and an on-site team speaking English, Russian and Turkish are handled end to end. TÜRSAB-licensed travel agency, based in Antalya since 2022.
Where We Host Athletics Camps in Turkey
Four bases for every phase of the season — sea level, mid-altitude and altitude
- Mild winters on the Mediterranean coast. Tracks: Zeytinköy Stadium and Akdeniz University athletics track. Best season: October – May. Ideal for speed, technique and throwing work.
- Sea-level track close to Istanbul's airports — easy access and mild weather from April to October, convenient for short camps and friendly competitions.
- Forested region between Istanbul and Ankara, about 725 m. Karaçayır athletics stadium, partner hotel Vonresort Abant. Best season: May – October. UAE and Algeria teams have trained here with us.
- One of Turkey's highest cities. Kazım Karabekir athletics track at about 1,900 m — ideal for middle and long distance, endurance and triathlon. Best season: June – September.
Compare our training camps locations
| Location | Athletics Track Facility | Altitude | Best Season | Focus & Disciplines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antalya | Zeytinköy Complex & Akdeniz Univ. Stadium | Sea Level (0–50m) | October – May | Sprints, hurdles, jumps, throwing sectors, Paralympic prep |
| Erzurum | Kazım Karabekir Athletics Track | about 1,900 m (high altitude) | June – September | Endurance, marathon, middle/long distance, triathlon VO2 max |
| Bolu | Karaçayır Athletics Stadium | about 725 m (mid-altitude) | May – October | Middle distance, relay prep, summer team camps |
| Kocaeli (Izmit) | Kocaeli (Izmit) Athletics Track | Sea Level (0–30m) | April – October | Technical field events, sprint conditioning, fast IST/SAW transfers |
Athletics Training Camps in Turkey: News & Updates.
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Facilities Overview
- 6–8 lane synthetic running track
- Long jump & triple jump pits
- Sectors for javelin, discus, hammer, shot put
- Strength & conditioning gym
Supported Athletics Disciplines and Equipment
| Discipline group | Facilities and equipment | Best location |
|---|---|---|
| Sprints & hurdles | 8-lane synthetic tracks, hurdles on site | Antalya (winter), Bolu (summer) |
| Middle & long distance | Full-size tracks, park and trail routes for long runs | Erzurum (altitude), Bolu, Antalya |
| Jumps | Jump runways and landing areas with equipment for jumpers | Antalya, Bolu |
| Throws | Throwing sectors, javelins on site, safety cage with net for discus and hammer | Antalya, Bolu |
| Para athletics | Accessible venues, hotels and transfers for athletes with disabilities | Antalya, Bolu, Erzurum |
Everything You Need Is Included
- Full-size synthetic tracks with throwing sectors and jump pits
- 4- and 5-star hotels with athlete-oriented meals and airport transfers
- Athletics gear on site: hurdles, jumping equipment, javelins, throwing cage
- Recovery zones and optional physiotherapy
- 24/7 on-site support in English, Russian and Turkish
- No minimum group size — from one athlete with a coach to a full national team
Athletics Training Camps in Turkey: FAQ
We organize camps at the Zeytinköy athletics complex and the Akdeniz University stadium — both with 8-lane synthetic tracks, throwing sectors and jump pits.
In Erzurum, at about 1,900 m. The Kazım Karabekir athletics track is used for altitude blocks in middle and long distance, endurance events and triathlon.
It depends on the location:
- Antalya: October to May — warm winter and spring training at sea level.
- Erzurum: June to September — altitude training.
- Bolu: May to October — summer training at about 725 m without the heat.
- Kocaeli: April to October — mild weather close to Istanbul airports.
Yes — para athletics is one of our main specializations. We have hosted national para athletics teams from the UAE, Kyrgyzstan, Bahrain, Algeria, Denmark and the Czech Republic, with accessible hotels, adapted transfers and suitable training venues.
Para athletics national teams of the UAE (including their Paris 2024 pre-Games camp), Kyrgyzstan, Bahrain, Algeria, Denmark and the Czech Republic; the Kosovo national triathlon team; and athletics clubs Vesta (Poland) and Kosma (Lithuania).
No. We organize camps for individual athletes with their coach as well as for full national teams.
Track and venue bookings, accommodation with athlete-oriented meals, airport and daily transfers, recovery facilities and a coordinator from enquiry to departure. We send a detailed proposal within 24 hours of your request.
Antalya and Istanbul have international airports with direct flights from Europe, the Gulf and Central Asia; Erzurum is reached by a domestic flight, and Bolu by road from Istanbul or Ankara. We arrange all transfers.
Yes. Orso Sports Events is a TÜRSAB-licensed travel agency (licence no. 15765), based in Antalya.
Hurdles, equipment for jumpers, javelins and a safety cage with net for discus and hammer are available. Tell us your disciplines in advance and we will confirm the full equipment list before arrival.
Usually 10–20 minutes by private transfer. We arrange daily transfers timed to your training schedule.
We work only with 4- and 5-star hotels close to the training venues, with athlete-oriented meals and recovery facilities.
Yes. Our coordinator is available 24/7 throughout the camp — for schedule changes, transfers, equipment and any day-to-day needs of the team.
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Also available in Russian and German.