1. Who teaches boot camp?
2. What time does boot camp start?
3. What is my investment to be as fit as I can be?
4. Do I have to attend class 3 days per week?
5. Where do boot camp classes take place?
6. Should I talk to my doctor before attending boot camp?
7. What should I bring to boot camp?
8. What should I wear to boot camp?
9. What type of exercises will I be doing?
10. What if I don't like to run?
11. Will I be sore after class?
12. What type of results can I expect?
13. How many people in each class?
14. Do I need to be (already) fit?
15. What If I can't keep up?
16. Do I need to wait for the start of the next session to enlist?
17. I want to enlist in a session, but I will miss some classes. Can I still enlist?
18. Do I get a refund for missed classes?
1. Who teaches Boot Camp?
All boot camp classes are conducted by degreed and/or certified trainers holding multiple national training certifications. All instructors are CPR/AED certified
2. What time does boot camp start?
Classes start PROMPTLY at the scheduled times- this ensures a full, action packed, sixty minutes. We do not wait for stragglers. Arrive after the warm up and you will not be allowed to participate. This rule is strictly enforced as it is best to complete a dynamic warm-up prior to a strenuous workout. Is this your first class at boot camp?...Please arrive 15 minutes early for review of paperwork and a short introduction to boot camp.
3. What is my investment to be as fit as I can be?
Each session of boot camp is four weeks in length, 3 classes per week for a total of 12 classes per session. Attending camp 3 days a week is ONLY $169 (12 classes). That's about $14 per hour...and you receive the same results oriented, motivating and inspiring workouts for a fraction of the cost of working with a personal trainer...which typically costs $65 to $75 an hour.
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4. Do I have to attend class 3 days a week?
No, you do not have to attend class 3 days a week. You have the option to attend on a partial session basis for $15 per class for the first week (attending 2 to 11 classes). You may even pay-as-U-go and "drop-in" a class for $20 per class. For best results, it is recommended you make the ultimate commitment and attend 12 classes per session. For weeks 2, 3 and 4 the rate increases to $17 per class....so it is BEST to determine the number of classes you will attend for the session and make payment during the first week of class.
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5. Where do Boot Camp classes take place?
During the summer program (May through October), morning classes take place at Griffin Park in Windham, NH. All “obstacles” in the park will be utilized; benches, track, grass field, and basketball court. Afternoon classes are conducted outdoors at Windham High School. During the winter program (November through April), morning classes take place at The Center School (gymnasium) in Windham, NH. For the summer sessions, in the event of "severe" weather conditions and class is canceled due to thunder and lightning and/or UNSAFE surface conditions, a make-up day will be scheduled during the same session.
6. Should I talk to my doctor before attending Boot Camp?
Please review and answer all the questions on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionaire (PAR-Q). If you answered “YES” on two or more questions you will need a medical clearance from your doctor before attending. All required forms; Health History, PAR-Q, and Waiver are to be completed prior to participating in boot camp. I do recommend all participants have a moderate strength and cardiovascular base developed prior to attending Extreme fitness Boot Camp....Ask yourself if you can comfortably walk/slow jog one mile.
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7. What should I bring to Boot Camp?
I recommended you bring a container of cool water or sports drink (i.e. Gaterade or Powerade). Also a towel and a workout mat for core conditioning. All other equipment is provided. I recommend you consume a small carbohydrate snack within one hour prior to class (i.e. a slice of toast with peanut butter or a half a bagel with low fat cream cheese). Please avoid coming to class on an empty stomach.
8. What should I wear to Boot Camp?
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and a good fitting pair of athletic footwear, preferably cross trainers. I recommended you bring a dry shirt to change into after class. During the winter program, I recommended you bring a pair of indoor" shoes to wear in the gymnasium.
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9. What type of exercises will I be doing?
You will do it all! You will be challenged to run, sprint, jog, skip rope, and do lots of push-ups. You will also do speed and agility drills, medicine ball drills, partner drills, plyometrics (jump training), and agility courses. Also included are, old style calisthenics and core conditioning…Whatever it takes to distract you from the fact you are getting an awesome workout while having fun.
10. What if I don’t like to run?
Running and sprinting drills are included each day. For all the drills and exercises, I highly encourage you to perform at a pace that is comfortable for you. The main idea is that you keep moving and challenge yourself to your ability. This means you can walk, fast walk or jog anytime you need to. I welcome all fitness levels with the goal of your success in mind.
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11. Will I be sore after class?
If you have not been participating in a consistent exercise program for the last 30 days you will experience minor soreness after your first two or three days at boot camp. This is normal and as you become more fit, the soreness goes away and you will feel awesome. Your body is now ready for bigger and better things.
12. What type of results can I expect?
It depends on how many classes you attend and your level of effort- results will vary depending on what you put into it. Improvements in performance are quick- within 1 or 2 weeks. Attending 12 classes will result in the greatest improvements in strength, power and cardiovascular endurance. Improvements in appearance take a bit longer. Attending boot camp, giving it 110% effort, combined with proper diet and nutrition- you can expect a 2 to 4 percent reduction on body fat, 3 to 5 pound weight loss and 1 to 2 inch decrease in your waistline. If one of your goals is weight management, proper nutrition combined with boot camp plays a crucial role.
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13. How many people in each class?
Each class usually has between 10 to 20 recruits. Winter sessions (indoors) are limited to 16 recruits and the summer sessions are limited to 20 recruits per class. We train as a team in a non-competitive, non-intimidating environment. When performing partner drills and exercises individuals are paired up based on fitness level.
14. Do I need to be (already) fit?
No, but you need to have the desire and commitment to improve your fitness. The goal of Boot Camp is to make you realize your own potential. Extreme fitness Boot Camp is designed for individuals of all fitness levels, males and females from teens on up. If you haven't exercised in 3 to 6 months, I recommend you perform all exercises at a comfortable pace and gradually build up your strenth and endurance. You are not here to compete with anyone else.
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15. What if I can’t keep up?
First rule of Boot Camp- NEVER say, “I can’t!” The class is for individuals of all fitness levels. If an exercise or drill is a little difficult, I encourage you to do YOUR BEST.
You are not in boot camp to "keep up" with anyone else.
16. I want to start immediately, do I need to wait for the start of the next session?
No, you do not need to wait. You can enlist in a session at any time. Your fee will be prorated according to the number of classes remaining in the session based on $15 per class. All required forms do need to be completed prior to you attending.
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17. I want to enlist, but will miss some classes, can I still enlist?
Yes, you can still enlist. If you have a vacation planned or a work commitment please let me know PRIOR to the start of the session and your fee will be adjusted accordingly based on $15 per class. Once the session has started refunds are not given for missed classes.
18. Do I get a refund for missed classes?
No, cash refunds are not given for missed classes, and missed classes do not "roll-over" to another session. If you miss a scheduled class/classes due to injury/illness you will be issued a Class Credit Voucher towards future boot camp classes. Attending boot camp is all about accountability. You made a commitment and took the first step. Now stick with it...NO EXCUSES!