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Discipline. Structure. Accountability. RESULTS!
FitBoot offers your area's only authentic boot camp fitness training
FitBoot brings you the most efficient, effective professionally accepted training protocols for
weight loss, complete fitness, and skill and performance improvement.
realistically military-styled classes
legitimate and sustainable weight loss, muscle building, sport improvement, and
self-esteem
true core conditioning for all ability levels
the same strength and conditioning training protocols and nutrition
information
recognized by
professional athletes, sports teams and military elite.
The last time you "try" to get in shape
What Is FitBoot?
Designed and introduced in 1997 in New England by former Marine Corps Capt. Charla
McMillian, J.D., CSCS, FitBoot brings you the absolute best in fitness training to
Boston and San Francisco's East Bay (Alameda)
FitBoot has received extensive national and local media coverage as the nation's only boot camp
fitness program that balances:
realistic military attitude and leadership
consistently implemented and updated training methods and standards endorsed by the
nation's only
distinguished strength and conditioning certifying organizations (NSCA and ACSM)
and
creation/supervision by a female former Marine Corps officer
Click here to read some of our client testimonials and
excerpts
from our media reviews.
Or check out the day-by-day FitBoot boot camp journal that two HardChargers maintained
during their Recruit training a few years ago. Enlightening, entertaining AND they're in great
shape now! www.military-diaries.com
The program is suitable for beginners through experienced athletes, mature adolescents through
seniors
who are:
in good health, and
currently able to complete (even if you cannot pass) an initial fitness assessment
How does the program work?
It all starts with your enlistment for Recruit training.
Your Recruit course lasts 6 weeks, training each weekday for 45 minutes.
Your
attendance will be expected at each class
(minimal absences for illness or
unavoidable
work or personal conflicts will be excused and homework will be completed on your own time
before
the next class)
Typical Recruit class sessions include maneuvers you've heard about from friends/relatives
who've
served or that you may have seen in training documentaries or some military films:
calisthenics,
body weight exercises,
short distance running, and/or
"combat" related drills
all designed to improve your upper and lower body strength, cardiovascular endurance,
flexibility,
agility, and mental focus.
You will be briefed on - and learn to implement - basic nutrition information for
lifestyle, performance and appearance improvement.
To graduate from Recruit training, you will achieve a passing score on the FitBoot PFT (which is the same as the current Marine Corps
PFT).
When you pass the PFT, you will be invited to progress into FitBasic, our advanced level training
program where you will continue to improve your physique and skills through more challenging
and varied drills and exercises month by month, for as long as you choose.
Where and When do I Report?
FITBOOT
LOCATION
Location
Training Days
FitBoot (Recruit) Roll Call
FitBasic (Advanced Course) Roll Call (prior
completion of FitBoot Recruit training required)
Boston
(Esplanade @ Sherborn St, near Kenmore Sq.)
Mon. - Fri.
mornings
0700
(7:00 am)
0600
Alameda, CA
Mon.-Fri.
0600 (6:00 am)
0600
Alameda, CA (Bay Farm)
Mon.-Thurs.
1200 (noon)
1200
FitBoot training is conducted outdoors - rain, snow, sleet, or heat just as it is for military recruits,
with safety always the top priority (so you will be advised for the rare days when Mother
Nature requires that we stand down)
How Will FitBoot Help Me?
Positive changes in your energy level, self-confidence, and fitness performance by Recruit
Training Week Two.
Fat loss, lean muscular development, and tangible skill improvement constant and ongoing
for as long as you train with us.
In FitBoot's vigorously led, completely interactive classes, no boredom or chance to cheat
yourself out of 100% personal effort (you'll never half-step).
And with no more than 15 new Recruits in each entering squad, you cannot hide in the back
of the class!
How is FitBoot different from other "boot camps" in my area?
Other "boot camps" offer "kinder, gentler" approaches, looser structure, promises not to yell, etc.
etc.
The fitness industry has latched onto the name "boot camp" as a trend to sell the same old
aerobics and exercise classes, moved out to the local park. With yoga mats and coffee cups in
hand, virtually none of them can offer the transformation that comes from an authentic boot
camp experience.
Those of us who have actually worn the uniform and "'walked the walk" know the lifelong
positive changes that result from authentic military styled training, and it is that experience and
those results we bring you in FitBoot courses. From our experience and our clients' results over
the past decade, we know you'll find FitBoot training and the results you continue to see in our
programs markedly different from what consumers experience on high- priced, low
authenticity "adventure" or "ultimate" programs.
When choosing a fitness "boot camp," FitBoot encourages you to ask:
Has the instructor or their supervisors ever attended real boot camp (academy, OCS, etc.)
(otherwise, how could they teach me a "boot camp" course)?
What is my image or memory of actual boot camp? (The real thing doesn't include
lounging on yoga mats, taking your time, or too much chit-chat)
FitBoot is not about breaking you down or weeding you out, but we WILL teach you to reach
beyond your perceived limitations, achieve your TRUE potential, carry yourself with pride, and
act as part of a team in training and in real life. That is the Mission!
With our military leadership and athletic coaching experience, we know what
it takes to get you and your whole team there,
safely and proudly.
So, just as in military training, whether you or your teammates need further explanation, a few
extra reps or command voice discipline to help you understand and attain the objective, we
will
Accomplish the Mission and the SUCCESS belongs to you
I'm in good shape now, can I bypass Recruit training and go straight to the
FitBasic advanced course?
No. Except for a handful of waivers over the past decade, (for a few accepted,
pre-screened, and on fast track entry deadlines for federal or local law enforcement or military
training), everyone must successfully complete Recruit training before being invited to
Troop level.
In Recruit level training, each athlete attains the base conditioning that prepares him/her
for safe progress in the advanced course, regardless of his/her perceived entry level preparation.
And, just as in real boot camp, FitBoot emphasizes squad integrity, teamwork, and skill
fundamentals.
It all starts in the Recruit course, so we need you there!!
This is the difference you've been looking for.
We'll make sure you stick to your fitness goals -
and achieve them!
What's the bottom line?
(Rates in effect through 9/30/09)
The cost for FitBoot is $375.00 for the 6-week Recruit session.
The cost for continuing training after your Recruit course (whether you graduate or need to repeat
Recruit) is $80.00 per month.
Discounts are available for:
government employees;
law enforcement,
fire department,
military active, active reserve and candidates preparing for training;
Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare Members; and
Kaiser Permanente healthcare members.
NOTE: Under the agreement between NSCA and the USMC, Marine Corps poolees,
officer candidates and recruits are eligible for training at no cost --- verification from your
recruiter is required
On completing Recruit training, discounts are also available for continuing enlistments of 6
months or longer
*note: Neither the information on this page nor the FitBoot training curriculum has
been reviewed or approved by the USMC or the Department of Defense
For boot camp course information, to schedule a personal training appointment, or for
comments on this web page:
email: fitboot@fitboot.com
or call: 1-877-FITBOOT
