Our 7-day training course covers all of the essential skills needed for expeditions in extreme cold environments.
The Pole to Pole Academy is a purpose-developed training centre located deep within the boreal forests of northern Sweden. Situated just outside the secluded village of Bygdeträsk, it offers a unique environment for expedition preparation, immersive learning, and personal development.
Originally developed to support expedition training for remote polar journeys, the Academy has evolved into a centre for cold-weather expertise, trusted by expedition teams, corporate clients, elite adventurers, and individuals seeking a meaningful challenge. The surrounding area provides an ideal environment for high-impact training and personal growth.
Your time at the Academy is designed to be practical, immersive, and structured. Conditions may be cold, remote, and changeable. Preparation and self-sufficiency are part of the experience!
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Training Details
- Location: Arctic Lapland, Northern Sweden
- Date: 8th – 14th January 2027
- Duration: 7 Days
- Cost: £2, 450
- Temperature: -5°C / -40°C
- Terrain: Arctic tundra, Boreal Forest
- Daylight Hours: 8 hours
- Nearest Airport: Umea
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What's Next?
Book a call with Arctic Spine Race Director and Arctic expert Phil Hayday-Brown, have a look at the Spine Training Series on Youtube, or find out more about the Arctic Spine Race Series.
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Training FAQs
The Academy can host up to 20 guests with sleeping arrangements that include two shared dormitories for eight people each and three smaller rooms sleeping up to four additional guests. Facilities feature communal showers, a large dining room, and a fully equipped commercial kitchen where the Academy’s in-house chef prepares three daily meals and traditional Swedish fika throughout the course.
The building benefits from fibre-optic broadband, powered by a robust mesh network, ensuring reliable internet throughout the entire facility. Guests also have access to the sauna, and in winter, the building is ski-in/ski-out directly from the front door. Just a five-minute walk from the Academy is our nearest lake, Bygdeträsket, which is used for activities in both summer and winter.
All equipment is stored on site, and our large hall serves both as a practical demonstration space and a fully equipped gym.
Payment schedule
The entry fee for the Training course is £2450.00. To secure your place in the course, you will need to pay in instalments.
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Pay a deposit on entry
Pay a £612.50 deposit in order to secure your place.
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Complete the payment
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