ALWAYS LAST
UP THE CLIMB?
Our Climb Like a Pro programme will change the way you attack and summit
any climb, regardless of your current experience, fitness, and ability.
DOES ANY OF THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
- I can't keep up with the peloton as the gradient starts to increase
- i don't know how to utilise my gears correctly when hitting a climb
- I don't have enough power in my legs to accelerate at the summit
- I suffer from lower back pain on long climbs
- I struggle to pace myself properly on longer climbs and run out of energy before reaching the top
- I've a weak core & can't comfortably hold myself steady on the bike
- I have poor flexibility and range of motion
- I don't have enough motivation to complete a training plan.
- I stomp on the pedals when the climb gets steep and struggle to hold a steady cadence
- My friends always have to wait for me at the top of every climb
KEY DETAILS
WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THIS?
Suitable for all riders with a turbo trainer or indoor bike (Or access to local hills) looking to improve their climbing.
This programme is suitable for all levels of riders apart from beginners. If you want to improve your climbing technique, speed up climbs and confidence this programme is for you.
If you are a beginner cyclist looking to improve your climbing our Climb Like a Pro (Level 1) programme is more suited to you.
Not sure what stage you are? Click here.
HOURS PER
WEEK
Total training time = 9 hours
You will receive a detailed training plan broken down into:
- 4.5 hours on bike training (3 hours on road and 2 x 45 minutes indoors)
- 4.5 off bike training (5 x 10 minutes Core, 5 x 20-25 mins S&C and 1 hour deep stretching and 3 x 20 mins post ride stretches).
START
DATE
This is an evergreen programme, meaning you can sign up, start, and do the course in your own time and at your own convenience.
PROGRAMME LENGTH
8 Weeks
GET TO YOUR NEXT KOM
Our 8 Week Climb Like a Pro programme has been specially designed by our Head Performance Coach and is focused on improving your climbing. It is suitable for all levels of riders.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
COMPREHENSIVE COURSE CONTENT
DETAILED COURSE RESOURCES
DAILY EXERCISE VIDEOS
As part of our 8 week Climb Like a Pro programme, you'll get access to our exclusive online training platform, community platform, and much more. All content will be drip-fed to you online a week at a time from the date of purchase. There will be six sessions to complete each week at your own convenience and from the comfort of your own home.
ACCESS TO A LIBRARY OF OVER 65 VIDEOS
Demonstrating essential climbing techniques plus daily core and S&C exercises to build power and speed on even the steepest of climbs.
DETAILED TRAINING PLAN
On-and-off bike training schedule providing you with a weekly structure and focus over the next 30 days to help you drive performance improvement.
BENCHMARK TESTS
To track your progress at the beginning and end of the 8 weeks
climbing TIPS
Boost your training with structured performance-driven training tips and advice to improve your climbing.
On BIke Sessions
To put new climbing techniques in to practice and to build your leg strength there will be indoor strength building sessions twice a week or outdoor hill reps if you don't have an indoor trainer. There will also be a longer weekly ride out recommended.
ACCESS TO PRIVATE COMMUNITY
Get support and motivation from other cyclists also in the programme in our private Facebook group.
STRETCHING
Increase your flexibility and muscle range of motion to improve your power, balance, and recovery with weekly deep stretch session and a post ride stretch routine.
CLIMBING CHALLENGE
We've created an optional climbing challenge to provide you with a goal and keep you motivated.
10 REASONS WHY CYCLISTS LOVE THIS PROGRAMME
- 1. Suitable for all levels of riders looking to improve their climbing
2. Designed & led by an experienced British Cycling Coach
3. Improved leg strength and ability to produce and maintain power - 4. Increased power to weight ratio and improved body composition
- 5. Support from community of like-minded riders
- 6. Guaranteed results or your money back
- 7. Increased motivation levels
- 8. Combination of demonstrations, written communication and videos to improve learning
- 9. Challenging but achievable targets to push you out your comfort zone
10. Establish a daily routine with workouts that become hard to skip
NOT SURE THIS PROGAMME IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Book a free 15 min coach call and we'll help you get started.
THE CHALLENGE
On day one, you will also have the option to set yourself a climbing elevation challenge for the duration of the 8 week programme. You can choose a total elevation target to ride of either 5000m, 8,000m, or our mega 10,000m goal. Each week, you'll have an average elevation target to work towards to help you hit your key milestones.
WHITE JERSEY:
I'M DOING IT FOR FUN
No climbing: I'm in it to improve my fitness.
GREEN JERSEY:
5,000m TARGET
Development: I'll average 625m of climbing per week.
DOT JERSEY:
8,000m TARGET
Intermediate: I'll average 1000m of climbing per week
YELLOW JERSEY:
10,000m TARGET
Hardcore: I'll average 1250m of climbing per week
TRAIN SMART WEEKLY ELEMENTS
CORE AND S&C
Each week, you will get access to 5 core and S&C session videos to help strengthen your core and key cycling muscles.
The core workouts will target the upper abs, lower abs and obliques (sides abs), while the S&C element will focus on a specific muscle groups each day.
You will also get access to over 65 technique videos to review if you are unsure how to complete any of the exercises correctly.
ON BIKE SESSIONS
Twice a week you will get access to a recommended indoor training session to complete. This will have a specific climbing focus.
If you don't have access to an indoor trainer to complete these sessions, there will also be an on bike alternative to complete outdoors.
These sessions will focus on building your climbing strength with focused power intervals and low cadence drills.
DEEP STRETCH SESSIONS
Once a week we recommend you follow the deep stretch session, a 60 minute focus on improving your flexibility, range of motion and to help aid recovery. A must for any rider looking to increase their climbing ability.
WEEKLY RIDE OUT
Finally, to bring it all together each week there is a recommended outdoor ride. These will be progressive over the 8 weeks and give you a chance to put new climbing skills into practice, rack up your climbing elevation and track your performance improvements.
PRICING
SELF PACED
(RECORDED)
£87
Our self-paced RECORDED option allows you to buy and complete the programme at your own pace. Good for those on a budget or with busy schedules.
ONLINE GROUP
(LIVE)
£119
For those that prefer to train LIVE and learn with other people, this option is for you. We run a group Climb Like a Pro Programme every quarter during the year over Zoom and in person.
By signing up to our programme below you will be agreeing to our Terms and Conditions
100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
We're convinced there's no better programme out there. In fact, we feel so strongly about this that if you follow the programme and all our recommendations and you don't see any improvements, we'll give you 100% of your money back.
That means if you think this programme can help you even just a little bit, you can enrol risk-free, knowing that you're either going to see results or you're going to get your money back. There's no in between. That's our promise to you.
"Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery of why we climb."
Still not sure? Read what some of our riders think and how our courses helped them reach their goals
"The 8 week Njinga Climb Faster programme was extremely well thought out and so easy to fit into a busy day which was ideal. Was the 8 weeks of effort worth it; absolutely! A really well balanced programme which greatly improved my general fitness, strength and flexibility plus I feel stronger on the hills. Roll on the next programme."
"The drive I get from being online is very motivating. I’ve been able to go up Nightingale Lane (a 16% climb) twice in a single ride for the first time. I am hoping sincerely that there is a follow on programme..."
"There is no doubt our core strength and stability on the bike have noticeably improved. When tiring on the bike, consciously engaging the core results in a noticeable increase in power, which was not the case previously. We would thoroughly recommend the programme to anyone without a single hesitation."
"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone."
YOUR COACH, TOGO KEYNES
Head performance coach at the Njinga Cycling Academy, Togo Keynes, launched Njinga in 2012 with his co-founder, Leigh Rogers. Together they have built Njinga from the ground-up, starting as a small bespoke cycle coaching business with ambitious plans to now a successful global transformational Cycling Academy it is today.
As a coach, Togo is a force to be reckoned with and those who know him don’t doubt this for a second. He operates at three times the speed of a normal person and six decibels louder. His energy, background and wealth of experience have created the rich foundation on which Njinga is built: an ex-Wasps rugby player, three-times Team GB racer for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships, experienced British Cycling Coach, REPS Personal Trainer to cyclists, Wattbike Performance Coach, Holistic Nutritionist and Health Coach.
As a visionary, Togo is passionate about helping people become their best selves and achieve optimum wellness through cycling. From the start of his 20-year career, Togo has worked with thousands of cyclists, transforming them into stronger, faster climbers.
Togo’s approach to his work and training is a comprehensive, unparalleled 360 degrees. You can read more about his approach, and rider success stories here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
IS THIS PROGRAMME SUITABLE FOR ME?
- Our 8 Week Climb Like A Pro Programme is suitable for riders of all levels but would be geared more towards Stage 2, 3 and 4 riders due to the length! If you are looking to change the way you attack and summit any climb, this programme is for you!
WHAT EQUIPMENT WILL I NEED?
Having access to the recommended equipment will help you get the best out of the programme. If you don't have or aren't able to get your hands on the recommended equipment, don't worry! There are always alternatives you can use.
To get the most out of this programme we recommend you have:
A road bicycle, comfortable cycling kit, water bottle, resistance bands and bike computer to track elevation.
Additional nice to haves include:
Exercise or yoga mat, a mix of weights or kettlebells (Handmade weights will work as well), cycling shoes, a power meter, and a heart rate monitor.
HOW DOES THE OPTIONAL CHALLENGE WORK?
- On day one, you'll set your challenge target for the eight-week period based on your personal ability level. Choose a total elevation target to ride over the duration of the programme: 5000m, 8000m, or our mega 10000m goal. Each week you'll have mini-elevation challenges to work towards, to help you hit your key milestones.
HOW DOES THE SELF-PACED OPTION WORK?
- It's simple: purchase the programme and follow it at your own pace. Content will be drip fed each week to keep you on track to complete it within the recommended 8 weeks.
HOW DOES THE GROUP OPTION WORK?
The group option will allow you to train and learn with other people at the same time. The programme will start on a specific date and include live class options so you can all train together online. We look to run a group Climb Like A Pro Programme every quarter throughout the year.
DO I NEED TO COMPLETE THE PROGRAMME IN A SET ORDER?
We strongly recommend following the order the programme has been set out in as closely as possible to see the most benefits. We do however understand that life can get in the way and the plan may not be possible to follow in the exact order that has been outlined. If you do need to change the order, we offer recommendations within the programme to ensure you continue to train smart.
HOW MANY HOURS A WEEK DO I NEED TO COMPLETE THE PROGRAMME?
There will be approximately 4.5 hours of off the bike training and 4.5 hours of on the bike training a week.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS TO THE PROGRAMME?
- This programme has been designed to be completed within 8 weeks. We know life and injuries can sometimes get in the way so we have extended your access to this programme for an additional 10 days. Therefore, 66 days after the date you purchased the programme your access will be removed.
HOW DOES THE MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE WORK?
If you follow the entire programme and all our recommendations – and, most importantly, prove you've done so – and you don't see any improvements, we'll give you 100% of your money back. No strings attached.