Bootcamp Republic

We actually had Bootcamp Republic come to our site at work to give training. Prior to signing up, I haven’t worked out nor really do any exercise for the past year or so. Thus, I felt like it’s time to stop messing around and just get to the program.
Honestly, the first two sessions, I thought I was gonna die as it’s pretty intense. I had Gui (llermo) as our trainer for the very first session and he’s so funny but so ripped that I don’t know if he realizes we’re mostly ladies that are starting up but nonetheless, he seems very supportive but will really whip you up to keep going!
Then, Gui went on vacation for 3 weeks after the first session and we had Rachel. Don’t let her fool you with her seemingly petite body and smiley face, she is super strong. She usually wears jogging pants, a hoodie, and a baseball cap so you don’t really see if she’s ripped and you think she’s gonna handle all of you lightly — WRONG — She is super strong and probably could bench press the heaviest member of the class. She is also super nice and very, very attentive. I swear, I almost passed out and she came to my rescue to get me water, check me if I’m okay and sat me down and try to ask me questions to make sure I’m responding. Then after a few minutes to cool down, I joined the class and she made sure to give me tips on what to eat just a few minutes before class. After incorporating her tips, I had been able to swoop into class and able to finish from start to end with all the challenges.
My workplace has also added numerous new classes that I had also signed up for on the 4^th week of my Bootcamp and I swear, without the Bootcamp Republic crew to get me strong and ready, I doubt I would be able to achieve the strength, agility, and interest to sign up for more classes and succeed in it.
Joining the Bootcamp Republic classes is definitely one of the best decisions I made for my health. It seems intimidating and frankly, it really is intense, but it is all for YOU — so do it!

I will be starting my 5^th session with Bootcamp Republic in January and it has been an amazing experience so far! My first session was in the summer for their 3 week, twice a week class. Overall, the class is HARD but very doable. Our trainer Gary was always well prepared and made the workouts interesting by incorporating resistance bands, partner work, and different combinations of strength and cardio training. The good thing I like about the approach is that we do circuits that are timed. So you can go at your own pace and focus on getting it right.
I’ve done the outdoor sessions two times and two of their indoor sessions. I would definitely recommend Bootcamp Republic to anyone who wants to push themselves a bit more outside of their regular routine!

Due to some personal circumstances, I had stopped exercising completely for quite sometime. I knew I wanted to get back into the swing of things but didn’t know when I would have the time to do it. Of course, the obvious option is always the gym which I almost tried but that ended in a disaster and a bad review for the said gym. I’m really at the point in my life where I don’t like the meat lockers nor feel that running on the treadmill like a lab rat will do much for me… plus its boring.
At first I thought BR was one of those military-​like style camps with drill instructors and all. I found out on the first day it was quite the opposite. My trainer was Rachel and I can honestly tell you she was awesome. She is this tiny person who works your butt off without making you feel like you’re an exercise loser. Working out with Rachel was truly a total body workout which I sorely needed. I enjoyed that she kept pushing me to MY limit while others were pushed to THEIR limit. This is important because sometimes (especially in gyms) people are pushed too hard or feel like they have to keep up with the seasoned hard bodies. The other thing that happens at the gym is that you are totally ignored and you end up not even doing the exercise moves correctly. Rachel was excellent at providing modified versions of each move which still provided the workout that your body needed. She also did not hesitate in correcting your posture when it was required. I can tell you there wasn’t one person who didn’t leave sweating their butts off at her class.
The best thing about BR is you don’t use weights or other fancy equipment to get the results you want. You use your body and your energy which is better than what any gym can ever provide you. By the end of the three week session, I truly felt that I was exactly where I wanted to be. The funny thing is I was actually excited about exercising for an hour and half twice a week. I didn’t have the usual «ugh, I gotta go to the gym today, let me think of a really great excuse why I shouldn’t go».
If you make BR your regular exercise routine, you won’t ever need to step foot inside a gym again. I highly recommend BR for those of you who want a true total body workout with a very attentive trainer.

I was really happy with this bootcamp. First and foremost, location location location. I’ve always wanted to try an outdoor workout class like this, but since they’re usually so early in the morning (so the park is empty), going to a park that’s not within walking distance of my Chelsea apartment is not going to happen. Bootcamp Republic has several options, I think they have a camp in nearly every park in this city. So not only is the camp convenient, but it’s smaller. You get more individual attention and it’s also a lot harder to sleep in when you know exactly who the other people you’ll be bailing on are. Also, the fact that the camp is in 3 week segments makes it’s easier to test out. The commitment is minimal and it’s affordable to come back for several in a row. But finally, and most importantly, it’s a great workout. Give it a try!

No pain, no gain. I guess that is my philosophy on this stuff. And while I might not be in the best shape of my life, I joined a boot camp with my friend who is training for the Alcatraz swim (me, for a 10K). And both of us, admittedly, needed a swift kick. We found a deal on Lifebooker (I think, one of the group sites) and got a three week 1 ½ hr twice a week session with this place. Both of us have been injured to the extent that we are both visiting sports medicine practitioners four-​five months out! She sprained her hands, I hurt my quad initially and then tweaked my neck that I could barely move. Just be forewarned: this place says it’s for all shapes, sizes, fitness levels. It’s not. If you are in bad shape, go to a lame-​o bootcamp or prepare for your insurance company to hate you!
But I will say, the instructors really did work you to your fullest potential.

This is the beginning of my second week of bootcamp with Sarah Ann — she’s an incredible trainer and very nice yet pushes you to your personal limits. I thought this would be a frightening series of three sessions of bootcamp but after my second session, I was hooked. Yes, it’s hard work and yes, you will sweat *lots* but it’s an incredible feeling. I liked it so much I signed up for an additional three sessions to complete a three week series. I feel the effects already — I am less lethargic throughout the day and feel great after my 6am workouts. Even if you’re skeptical, I recommend trying it out at least once and see if it suits your needs. If I hadn’t followed through to my second class, I wouldn’t have known the wonderful benefits of bootcamp.

I first joined in Jan to shed the Christmas bulge… now entering my 4^th month.
Great sessions, you work as hard as your body can go and you can see improvements by the 2^nd week.
Even better now it’s outdoors.

It’s spring. The birds are chirping. The leaves are starting to sprout. I want to work out outside. No more of this elliptical nonsense for me. I need greenery and fresh air… and an @$$-kicking workout. I remembered seeing groups of people working out in Central Park during one of my runs last fall, so I just randomly searched and found Bootcamp Republic on Google. Mind you, Central Park is not their only location. They will kick your butt ALL around town. Anyway. I didn’t really know what to expect, considering that they accept people of varying abilities into their classes. I like to think of myself as quite fit, so I was wondering if Bootcamp Republic would be sufficiently hardcore for me. Answer: um, YEAH. I was in so much pain the next day, I had to cancel my other workout. Basically, your trainer throws a variety of exercises at your over the course of 90 minutes, and you can only hope to keep up. Classes are fairly large in size, so you don’t feel like you’re being singled out. You feel like you’re being energized by everyone around you. The best part, of course, is that it’s outdoors. I miss the days of going to soccer practice after classes and going home after dark, smelling of fresh sweat and grass… mmmm… Bootcamp Republic completely satisfied my nostalgia… and my need to get ripped. Sessions are a bit pricey… but they have an additional Sunday session you can add on at no charge. So it doesn’t come out too bad all together. Besides, for those of you who need someone to yell at you in order to achieve results, that don’t come free. I definitely feel like my trainer, Courtney, is beyond qualified and prepared for the workouts. And I definitely feel like I’m on my way to a better body!

I’ve attended a couple sessions for bootcamp. 2 with Courtney and 1 with Tanya. both were awesome and i had so much fun. They give you a great workout but are great people as well. i would definitely be signing up for more classes whenever i have disposable income to spare.

This is my second year of signing up for bootcamps and I tend to rotate between a few trainers (I should mention that for me it is more about time/​location than the specific trainer per se). I took the in-​door winter sessions with Ngozi who has such a great energy, pushes you to reach your personal limit and what I appreciate most – she remembers everyone’s name/​face by the end of the first class. I can also recommend classes Whitney and Tanya (love the Australian accent!).
Weather can sometimes be unpredictable in NYC in Spring and the trainers/​coordinators always responsive at keeping us abreast of any rain outs. It’s never a big deal. I love the fact there is a free Sunday class (for weather make ups or anyone in need of an extra work out.)
From a work out perspective, it’s a great way to supplement your existing cardiovascular fitness regiment. I tend to run a couple days on my own and use bootcamp as a way to work on my arms, abs, legs – I hate doing squats, lunges, dips, push ups, sit ups – so it is a great way to motivate me to work on my weaknesses. My arms are definitely more tone and my abs more flat than when I work out just on my own. My only critique is that I would like to see a Tuesday-​Thursday, 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. class on the UWS during the summer months.
This is definitely a great fitness program for someone who wants to get fit without the heavy burden of $ 75/​an hour rate for personal training.

Bootcamp has been a great way for me to change up my routine and get back into the swing of things before the summer. I just started my second session and not a single one of my classes have been the same, which helps to keep things interesting. Plus, all of the exercises are so practical I can do them on my own too. Also, the range of fitness levels is wide, so there is no need to be intimidated!
In addition to the two weekday classes, they also offer a Sunday session that is an added bonus and allows you can also check out different trainers. Courtney is awesome, and I’ve also had one class each with Ngozi, Holly and Tonya — all are great!
Now, I just wish more people would sign up for the Brooklyn classes so I can have more options closer to home vs. work:)

Great workout. If you are the type of person, like me, that needs an appointment to work out, then this is great for you. Plus, it’s great motivation to be in a group. I did it last summer and it worked great for me. Granted, I let myself go all winter but started up again in March and can already see a difference. Plan on doing it through the summer.
Trainers are great, it’s hard core and you definitely push yourself.

I love Bootcamp Republic! I did an outdoor session this fall and an indoor one this winter. I saw results when I combined the classes with healthy eating and weekend cardio. I love the motivation the trainers provide and the great supportive atmosphere of the group. During the weekend there is a free class for those enrolled to add another workout to your schedule. It’s worth the money and the commitment.

Worth every penny. Must admit that I get bored very easily when it comes to workouts and Bootcamp Republic has kept me coming back for more sessions. Ive signed up for 5 sessions to date and have had awesome results (3 during the summer outdoor session with Ngozi, 2 during the winter indoors session with Gary and have attended the free classes with Whitney) — dropped 10 pounds, built up my endurance, strength and more importantly know that im in the best shape ever. Shout outs to the trainers — Cant say enough about them — they know how to challenge you, keep you motivated — and are just awesome peoples!!!