Brien Shamp’s Boot Camps & Nutrition

I’ve been attending Brien’s Boot Camp classes since mid September. At the time I had just moved to the Bay and was looking for a workout routine that was challenging but flexible enough to work with my schedule. I did some research and found a 6 week program on Brien’s website. Because of the high variety in class times and locations and the short trial offer, I decided this was the perfect option as it allowed me to test if this style of class would be a good fit for my life.
Before starting, I was confident in my athletic ability. Although I had a goal to get in better shape I felt I needed an intense workout that pushed me to new boundaries. As soon as a signed up I was given a plethora of guides, that provided useful information on how to eat clean, set goals and gain energy. Brien and his team are extremely educated and experienced and can answer and support your personal nutrition and activity questions. No matter your goal, Brien and his team provide you with the means and tools to reach it.
The most important factor for me was the classes. I have participated in numerous types of fitness forums but I tend to get bored and unmotivated pretty easily. Coming from an athletic background I felt I could handle a high workload. I’ve tried spin, yoga, crossfit, and Orangetheory and Brien’s classes by far triumph all.
I have yet to be disappointed by a Bootcamp class at Brien’s gym. Each class differs from the last, and the variety between cardio, weights, and free movements will push your limits, allowing you to reach new fitness levels you never thought you would be able to accomplish.
After only a couple months, I’ve been completely integrated in the gym community and there is never a day where I am not welcomed, pushed and fulfilled. My mood is completely transformed as soon as I walk into the gym, and I can always count on leaving with a stronger, and more positive mindset than I came in with. These last couple months I’ve become healthier and happier and I can’t thank Brien, the coaches and other members enough. I’m looking forward to growing even further, and I highly recommend giving Brien’s gym a try as it can change your entire outlook on life.

I’ve been at Brien Shamp Boot Camp at the San Carlos location for 2 weeks now.
I love the energy and the people.
Mike the trainer is really great, motivating and walks around to help with my form and make sure i’m doing the workouts correctly.
The other participants are super friendly and welcoming and motivating.
I’m having a great time.
It’s hard but it hurts oh so good :)

Classes are awesome. Definitely kicked my butt. Convenient class times so if you miss one, you can get to the next. It is a little pricey, but comes with a nutrition component so it makes it worthwhile.

The classes are low impact and can be as challenging as you make them. Instructors are all awesome in their own ways and helpful. Good advice and people to work out.
Two hours at the gym will not equal what you get out of these work outs.

Brien’s Boot Camp is the best by far… all of his trainers are patient and encouraging. Like the fact the group is small and everyone is great on motivating each other. Looking forward on seeing the gang again.

I joined Brien Shamp’s Boot Camp program in March 2015, but it was not until 2 months later that I committed and not only went on the 21-​Day Detox (through which I lost 13.5 lbs and 3.1% body fat), but I also began working out 5 – 6 days a week. I have worked with trainers off and on for about 8 years and my experience of Brien’s boot camp and nutritional program far exceeds everything else I’ve tried in the past (including most if not all diets out there). The workouts are challenging, but offer modification options for beginners or boot campers that may have any health issues (back pain, previous injuries, etc.). I’ve met pretty much all instructors at both Belmont locations and absolutely love them all (of course I have my favorites), but they are all great. Brien is a pretty awesome guy, very down to earth, fun, motivating and always working on offering his boot campers everything we may need to achieve our goals. Through his program and coaching my relationship with food changed considerably and I went from choosing foods based on my emotions to eating whole/​primal foods that offer my body the nutrition it deserves. I overcame my addiction to sugar/​refined carbs and I am finally on the path toward acquiring the lifestyle I’ve always wanted, including being able to enjoy and look forward to my workouts every day.
Thank you Brien!!!

Brien’s Boot Camp is the best. Welcoming and not intimidating. Excellent instructors. His studio is fantastic. I especially appreciate how his program accommodates all fitness levels. Workouts are always different so you never get bored and it works your whole body for excellent overall fitness. I highly recommend this program.

I’ve been into nutrition and health way before it was popular, and Brian is without a doubt one of the best!!! He also cares about everyone’s health and fitness as if they were his own family – going above and beyond the run of the mill trainers. His knowledge goes way beyond fitness and beauty because you can’t have either without health and balance. If you want the best, Brian is it!!! Thanks Brian!

This is a great way to lose weight, get fit and build strength. Brien and his instructors are great at what they do — varying routine, correcting form and keeping the class motivated and on its toes. Its also very good and helping you learn and adopt new and healthier eating and lifestyle habits. I would totally recommend this program for anyone looking to up their fitness level in a fun way.

Routines vary to work different parts of the body and to keep from being boring. Group participation and well trained leader led. I appreciate the understanding and flexibility to modify workouts. I like the nutritional supplements and counseling available. Many cleanses offered. Everyone open, friendly and welcoming.

I took Brien Shamp’s boot camp in 2013. I really enjoyed the class and enjoyed Coach Tonya. I liked that the group is small, everyone is nice and motivates one another. I rejoined a few weeks ago got in with a scholarship that Brien gives to several people who are looking to better their health and cannot afford to pay for the class for many circumstances. I again am working with Tonya at the Burlingame location and having a super fun time. I try hard to push myself a little more at each class. If anyone is looking to have a fun and challenging way of working out and getting into or staying in shaped I highly recommend you join the Brien Shamp boot camp team. In my opinion, it is far better than going to the gym. Cheers!

Brien is an awesome instructor. he kick started my fitness level and organized a group of us to compete in a Tough Mudder. That was my 1^st obstacle race and I’ve just kept going since.

I can’t say much more than everyone else has said. Similar to many, the boring gym wasn’t getting me to where I wanted to be. Just like many others, I thought I would use the 21 day Living Social cert to kick start something… I’m in my 5^th month and will continue to come. I have a weight goal like most people who start this, but I’ve also gained great knowledge of living healthier. Great staff, great support, and great programs. Don’t change anything Brien.

Best boot camp ever! I have been to a few boot camps due to living in other cities but no one compares to Brien Shamp’s boot camp. Brien is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about fitness training, nutrition, weight loss, etc. — you name it. I attend the Belmont Harbor Blvd. boot camp coached by Brien and it is really fun. The hour flies by and each workout is never the same so your body is constantly challenged. I’ve met some really great people in the class too, which is an added plus! I never want to miss out on a workout. Thanks Brien!

I have been taking Brien’s bootcamp classes for almost 4 years. I keep coming back due to his flexible schedule, variety in workouts, consistent results, and the incredible people that attend the classes. I can’t think of going anywhere else! Thanks Brien for your continued excellence in training and nutrition!

Awesome!

They do a great job of combining serious knowledge with low key attitudes, and great flexibility.
This is truly a program that you get out what you put into it, and they do a great job on variety so as to not get bored no matter how often you come, to variety of skills or situations if you have new or old injuries.
This was never more pronounced then when I showed up for boot cam the morning after a hard ½ marathon for me, complaining about my knee, and I asked if I needed to do some exercise to strengthen my legs to better support my knee. Brien took one look at my bare feet and said ‘it’s not your legs, it’s your feet’. Pressed on my apparently swollen knuckle at the ball of my foot and said I needed to work on getting my toes and feet back into alignment and gave suggestions on how to do so. After following his instructions, and his boot camps, managed to do another ½ a few months later, and not a single issue with my knee.
Also– I loved his 10-​day detox last year, I’ll be trying the 21 this year, and will report back.

In a word, «Awesome!»
I’ve been working my butt off at the gym for the past 6 months getting myself back into shape and Brien’s boot camp took me to a whole new level. Above and beyond (as well as in a shorter time frame) than the expensive personal trainer at the gym was able to do.
Great support, great routines, and great guidance.
Brien and his team kick some serious butt.

The Shamp camp, as I call it is really really good. Here’s why:
1. Several different locations up and down the peninsula: Burlingame, Belmont, San Mateo, Menlo Park.
2. Awesome and ever changing workouts that will kick your ass.
3. Great support and encouragement through the workout from the instructor and the community.
Sometimes you can tell a lot about a place not by how easy it is to sign up, but by how easy it is to sign-​off. Well, I have some old and nagging injuries and health issues so have needed to cancel membership once. One email to Brien and he had me off the list with no hassle. And when I came back it was like I had never left — no judgment, no pressure. Awesome experience all around. The dude really believes in what he does and the energy is infectious.
I would say for a skinny guy like me, the I hesitated to sign up initially because the website focuses a lot on weight loss. But after signing up, I have no regrets. I’m losing weight in all the right places and toning in the right places. Plus I don’t care if you’re fat or skinny, we all need a good workout, and honestly, this workout will get your lab values (cholesterol, lipids etc.) down a few notches.
I need to give a special shout out to Tonya, the Burlingame instructor who is has been instrumental in creating a wonderful community there.

In my life I’ve run across two great personal trainers/​coaches/​fitness/​lifestyle/​nutrition coaches. Brien is one of these two greats. He knows his stuff, and lives it – it’s his passion. Not just exercise, but everything, what it takes to live a healthy, strong physical/​mental life you love. He’s no gym rat or exercise nut. His approaches can help you integrate healthful, holistic habits into your life in practical ways that work and fit your budgets for time and money.
His boot camp is awesome. It will improve your strength, cardio, endurance, flexibility, neuromuscular development, reflexes, coordination, body awareness. You’ll feel great about yourself, and look great, too.
Want to lose weight? Brien’s got a program for that, to be sure, but he can go way beyond that if that’s what you want. It’s entirely up to you. He has a range of programs for specific issues and can craft one, consult one-​on-​one with you, for your specific needs.
Brien has a network of health professionals you can access, and has invested his whole life into learning and putting into practice systematic ways to get a great physical life. Brien is one of those rare people who is upbeat, compassionate — super talented and deeply committed. This is a calling for Brien; he’s got that ‘something’ and everyone knows it, feels it, is inspired by it, by Brien and his team of trainers. He can make a vital difference in your life, and in so doing, in the life of your loved ones and friends.
SIgn up for one of his classes (now!), and consider gifting a program to someone you care about. Engage his consulting. Take advantage of his knowledge and contacts. It’s transforming. Physically, mentally, spiritually.