Italy
Join us for a slice of La Dolce Vita meets Swim Smooth at our Italian Swimming Clinic in Umbria
14th – 18th April 2025
Rieti, Umbria, Italy
Dive into All-Inclusive Luxury and Training at TriSwim’s Italy Swim Smooth Clinic & Holiday
This April, join us for a transformative swimming holiday in the heart of Italy. From April 14th–18th, TriSwim invites you to the breathtaking Relais Villa D’Assio, an ancient Roman borgo turned luxury spa resort nestled in the Umbria countryside, close to Rome. Offering private double or single ensuite rooms, this secluded retreat provides the perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and charm.
A Swim Clinic Like No Other
Training for swimming events can sometimes feel daunting and isolating, but not here. At TriSwim, we combine world-class swim training with Italian indulgence, creating a supportive and vibrant community environment where swimmers of all levels can thrive. Over three days, our award-winning Swim Smooth Clinic will help you unlock your swimming potential:
This is more than a training holiday—it’s a celebration of swimming, culture, and community. Because you’ve earned it.
Relais Villa D’Assio
Nestled in the tranquil hills of Umbria, Relais Villa D’Assio is a luxurious retreat that combines nature, history, and wellness. Located just 60-90 minutes from Rome, this stunning former Roman borgo has been thoughtfully transformed into a serene spa resort, offering guests an unforgettable experience. Surrounded by lush green landscapes, peaceful streams, and expansive views of the sky, it’s the perfect place to unwind, recharge, and embrace the beauty of Italy. Whether you’re relaxing in private gardens or enjoying the rejuvenating wellness programs, Relais Villa D’Assio provides the ultimate sanctuary for relaxation and restoration.
Every corner of this idyllic haven is designed with your well-being in mind, from the intimate corners for relaxation to the beautifully restored historic spaces. The Villa is committed to sustainable, responsible tourism, ensuring that guests enjoy not only luxury and comfort but also a deep connection with nature. With a focus on ecology, equity, and economy, it’s a place where guests can truly experience the essence of la dolce vita. Whether you’re here for a swimming clinic or a peaceful getaway, Relais Villa D’Assio offers an unforgettable retreat in the heart of Italy’s countryside.
Rooms
The rooms at Relais Villa D’Assio are a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern comfort. Each room is thoughtfully designed to reflect the charm of the ancient borgo, with warm tones, natural materials, and attention to detail that create an inviting and tranquil atmosphere. Guests can choose from luxurious double or single rooms, all featuring private ensuite bathrooms and amenities designed to ensure maximum comfort. With serene views of the surrounding countryside, each room becomes a personal haven, allowing you to unwind and recharge in style.
Who is this Clinic For?
This clinic is designed for swimmers of all levels who are looking to develop their freestyle technique, train for events, or prepare for long-distance swimming holidays. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your endurance, improve your speed, or refine your open water skills and pacing, this clinic provides a supportive and structured environment to help you achieve your goals.
To ensure you get the most out of the experience, participants should be able to swim up to 2km of any stroke at a pace of approximately 2:50 per 100m (~60 minutes for 2km). Prior experience swimming in open water is also recommended. Don’t worry if you feel slow or believe your technique needs work—that’s exactly what we’re here to help you with!
Swimmers will be grouped by ability and pacing, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and supported throughout the sessions. You’re welcome to swim as much or as little as you like, making the experience adaptable to your comfort level and personal goals.
Daily Schedule
where 14th April: Arrival Day
- Arrive at Rome airport and be transported via private transfer to Relais Villa D’Assio and settle into your luxury accommodations.
- Enjoy a warm welcome by the pool with a prosecco meet-and-greet.
- Evening: Indulge in a welcome dinner in Rieti, savouring authentic Italian cuisine.
15th April: Swim Smooth Video Analysis Clinic
- Optional early morning yoga session on the sun terrace.
- Breakfast at Relais Villa D’Assio.
- Travel to the brand-new Piscine Dello Stadio 50m complex pool for a full day of Swim Smooth video analysis.
- Morning: Introduction into Swim Smooth methodology, followed by an in-depth, personal video analysis session targeting your areas for improvement. Finish the morning with Swim Smooth’s “Very Best Technique Session”.
- Panino and coffee lunch at local Terni.
- Afternoon: Continue your Swim Smooth journey as we continue to improve your technique and practice drills and movements, incoporating a stroke ramp test and basic testing skills.
- Late afternoon: Return to the hotel for downtime and showers.
- Evening: Participate in an authentic Italian cooking class where you will prepare and enjoy your own dinner under the guidance of a local chef.
16th April: Technique Refinement and Endurance Training
- Choose between early morning hotel swim or a 5km vineyard run (optional).
- Breakfast at Relais Villa D’Assio.
- Morning: Introduction into endurance and pacing skills as we swim a CSS test set and understand the basics of long distance threshold with Swim Smooth’s famous Golilocks set.
- Afternoon: Relaxed lunch and a stroll through Rieti market.
- Afternoon pool session: Learning the difference between different paces and what they mean for you as an athlete and swimmer, then developing our open water skills with a pool to open water set.
- Evening: Unwind with a local dinner and end the day with an aperitif on the hotel terrace.
17th April: Open Water Training at Piediluco Lake
- Optional early morning leisure swim or 5km vineyard run to start the day.
- Breakfast at Relais Villa D’Assio.
- Head to Piediluco Lake for open water skills and technique training:
- Swimming in pacing groups, we swim a 2km route to the center of the lake, where enjoy locally roasted coffee and pastries.
- Either swim 3km back to the starting point, or stay behind and enjoy a cool Aperol Spritz by the stunning lake before being transported back to the hotel.
- Practice wetsuit testing and fitting (please let us know if you require a wetsuit).
- Afternoon: Return to the hotel for some relaxation.
- Evening: Celebrate at an award-winning vineyard with a private tour, wine tasting, and a grand celebratory dinner.
18th April: Departure Day
- Optional hotel swim session or 5km vineyard run.
- Breakfast at Relais Villa D’Assio.
- Morning: Take a leisurely walk around the ancient Roman royal city of Labro (optional).
- Transfers to Rome for your departure.
Costs
What’s included
- Private transfer to and from Rome airport to Relais Villa D’Assio.
- Accommodation for 4 nights at Relais Villa D’Assio.
- All tourist taxes.
- All meals daily (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements.
- An alcoholic drink with lunch and dinner.
- A welcome prosecco drink.
- Daily transfers to all activities and restaurants.
- All coaching sessions, including pool and open water training.
- Italian cooking class.
- Morning yoga sessions.
- Celebratory vineyard tour with wine tasting.
What’s not included
- Flights.
- Transfers to Rome airport if arriving at or departing from a different airport.
- Travel insurance (highly recommended).
- Additional meals or snacks outside the three daily meals included.
- Surcharge for extra courses or ordering off-menu.
- Wetsuits (please inform us in advance if you wish to use one of ours).
- Swimming equipment (required: swim fins, a leg buoy, and hand paddles).
- Tips and gratuities at restaurants.
- Additional drinks beyond the included alcoholic drink per meal.
Price and important dates
- Double Occupancy (2 must be booked at the same time) – £982pp
- Single Occupancy – £1157
Deposit amount due to secure:
£350PP
Deposit is fully refundable if the trip is cancelled by us.
Deposit is non refundable if cancelled by you after 30 days.
Full amount must be received by 28th March 2025.
If booking after this date, full balance is required at the time of booking.
