The week runs on a simple loop: hotel, shuttle, box, shuttle, hotel. Transport and meals are handled, so the only decisions you make are how hard to push in the session and what to do with the rest of the day. On the standard packages that means five drop-in classes across the week. That works out to roughly one a day with a couple of days off, which is about right if you're not used to training every day.

The 1-2-1 packages are the bigger difference. Instead of joining the box's regular classes, you get ten hours with a certified coach to yourself. That's enough time to work properly on technique, such as Olympic lifts, gymnastics skills or pacing on longer conditioning pieces. A coach can also build a plan around a goal, whether that's an upcoming competition, a weight-loss target or a sport-specific weakness. If you're coming alone, this is the version to look at, because the group packages are priced for a minimum of two people.

What sets this camp apart from many CrossFit holidays is the flexibility on where you sleep. The training is the same across the tiers. The hotel is what changes, from a straightforward 3-star place to a 5-star property with all-inclusive food and drink. That makes it easy for a pair of friends or a couple to pick the comfort level that suits their budget without giving up any box time.

The coaching side is described as qualified instructors working in a box with modern equipment. The focus is on structured, safe progression rather than smashing yourself every session. The camp's own line is "go hard or go home," but the setup, with spaced-out sessions and private coaching on offer, is clearly aimed at people who want to come home stronger, not injured.

Madeira itself is a big part of why you'd pick this over a camp at home. The island is steep, green and surrounded by ocean, with a mild climate most of the year, so training outdoors and exploring on your off-time are both easy. With five sessions in a seven-day week, you'll have free afternoons and at least a day or two to walk the island's levada trails, swim in the sea or just sit by the hotel pool.

Booking works by application. You tell them which package you want, how many of you are coming, your dates and how long you'd like to stay, plus any special requests. They come back with a price. Note that all listed prices exclude VAT.

What's included

- 7 nights in a 3*, 4* or 5* hotel (depending on package) - Twin room on standard CrossFit packages - Single room on 1-2-1 coaching packages - Full-board meals (Economy and Optimal) - All-inclusive food and drink (Premium) - 5 CrossFit box drop-in sessions (standard packages) - 10 hours of 1-2-1 coaching with a certified coach (coaching packages) - Shuttle to the CrossFit box and back - Meet-and-greet and transfer from the airport - Transfer back to the airport

What's not included

- VAT (all prices are listed excluding VAT) - Flights to and from Madeira - Travel insurance - Drinks and extras outside the meal plan on full-board packages - Extra training sessions beyond those in your package - Excursions and sightseeing - Personal expenses