About Hugo van den Broek
Former elite marathon runner, world-class coach, and founder of Kenya Camp
Elite Experience, Scientific Knowledge
Hugo brings over 24 years of running experience, an M.Sc. in Human Movement Sciences, and a stellar career as both athlete and coach. His athletes have competed at the Olympic Games and set World Best performances.
2:12:08
Marathon PB
Olympic
Coach
24+ Years
Experience
World Best
Performances
From his running beginnings in the Netherlands to coaching runners around the world, Hugo has dedicated his life to understanding what makes great runners. His unique approach combines scientific training principles with insights gained from living and training among the world's best in Kenya.
A Footballer Turned Runner
Hugo van den Broek , Kenya Camp, Founder & Head Coach
Coach Hugo van den Broek, a Dutch former elite marathoner with a personal best of 2:12, founded Kenya Camp in Iten, Kenya, after years of training and coaching in the region. His journey began at age 13 with a local race in Castricum, Netherlands, sparking a passion for running. He later studied Human Movement Sciences and Special Education, combining academics with athletics. In 2000, he trained in Kenya, where he met his wife, Hilda Kibet. They moved to Iten in 2007, and after retiring from competitive running in 2014, Hugo transitioned to coaching, founding Kenya Camp to share his expertise with runners worldwide.
Elite Coaching for All Levels
From beginner runners to Olympic athletes, Hugo's expertise helps runners reach their personal peak
Kenya Camp
Experience the magic of Kenya's running culture in Iten, the "Home of Champions"
A Life-Changing Running Experience
Kenya Camp offers a unique immersion into the world's most successful running culture. Train on the same trails and tracks as Olympic champions while learning the secrets behind Kenya's running dominance.
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Our camps welcome runners of all abilities. With dedicated pacers for every speed group, you'll never feel out of place or left behind. Every aspect of your stay is handled with care, from airport pickup to daily training sessions.
Iten, Kenya
Multiple dates
All Lavels
Get In Touch
Have questions about how I can help you achieve your running goals? Contact me today for a personalized response.
Contact Information
Location
Kenya Camp, Iten, Kenya
Phone
+254 79022 5848
Email
kenyacampofficial@gmail.com
Next Available Camps Date
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DATE: 25 May - 7 June 2025
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DATE: 25 June - 1 July 2025
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DATE: 06 - 19 July 2025
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DATE: 29 July - 6 Aug 2025
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DATE: 10 - 23 August 2025
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DATE: 13 - 21 September 2025
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DATE: 16 - 29 November 2025