Feel the Burn Bootcamp

This is long overdue as I’ve been going to the Studio City early morning bootcamp for about 2 years now. I got rid of my gym membership 1.5 years ago since going to AJ’s class and the occasional run suffice for me. I can honestly say that the last 2 years have been the fittest I’ve been in my life. You will definitely feel sore when you first start this class, and depending on the workout of the day, you might be sore even when you’re a regular like me. I like the small group format, the challenging and varied workouts, and (dare I say it) AJ’s personality and sense of humor. AJ corrects individuals’ form and is always demanding your best. There are both very fit people and some less physically gifted people, and you can get a lot out of the class no matter your level of fitness. My husband starting going with me and he enjoys the class too, but doesn’t like waking up so early. For someone who works long hours like me and wants a structured fitness program, I think the 5:30am workout option is great. There is also a 7:00pm Burbank class.
Cons: bring bug spray in warmer weather so you don’t get mosquito bites.

Feel the Burn Bootcamp /​AJ is AWESOME! I started attending the Bootcamp sessions about 3 years ago and recently started getting personal training. I enjoy it very much. Bootcamps are great because being outdoors makes it fun… though challenging at end of each session I am always happy I survived!
AJ is easy to work with, and pushes you when it’s needed.
Overall, AJ totally does a booty and body good!!!

Overall FTB is a friendly and motivating environment. The trainer AJ is very positive and considerate of your personal fitness level while still pushing you to get it done. Stick with this bootcamp and you will see results. I’ve lost three inches on my waist in three weeks!

I get a great workout training at the bootcamp sessions. AJ makes everyone work hard and pushes each person to their limit. You don’t get that type of workout exercising alone or at the gym. This is the type of workout you need to get into shape.
What’s great about AJ’s sessions is that they are designed to challenge yet accommodate everyone, from those who are not in good shape to those who are already athletic and in shape.
It’s worth the $$.

I was given a groupon for this bootcamp and took the 5pm classes with AJ.
I will admit this was a great workout but intense! If you haven’t worked out in awhile be prepared and ease into it. I went 3 days a week for 3 weeks and had lost a few pounds and not to mention feeling a bit more energetic. AJ the instructor was considerate to how I was feeling but still pushed me to my limit, which was a good thing. He also cracked some jokes here and there, which made the workout more fun. Sometimes he does get distracted by having conversations with his clients that have been going for awhile but this doesnt bother me. im there to workout and have fun. Unfortunately due to a medical condition I was not able to continue. If I get the ok from the doctor, I will definitely go back! I would definitely recommend Feel the Burn Bootcamp with AJ.

I’ve been attending this bootcamp for about 4 months. It is the first bootcamp I have attended, and I was very pleasantly surprised. I was in good shape when I started, but am definitely in better shape now. AJ’s methods are very effective. He is a very successful bodybuilder with an amazing body. Obviously, he knows what he is doing.
Each workout is different, some focusing on cardio, and others on strength training. Either way, AJ is always pushing you. Yes, some of us have been attending bootcamp with AJ for a long time; and yes, we do socialize while working out. However, socializing and joking around do not constitute «getting distracted». AJ’s focus is always on the workout and making us «feel the burn».
AJ also tends to modify workouts to tailor them to each individual’s needs. I would definitely recommend this bootcamp to anyone looking to better their body.

As most, I started this bootcamp with a Groupon and the intention of getting back in shape.
SUCCESS! I have noticed a HUGE difference in my endurance, muscle tone, strength, mood, and excercise habits. I have lost 14 pounds so far and dropped 2 pant sizes (27 days in). I have only taken classes with Owner/​Trainer Aj, and will continue as long as possible! He’s AWESOME!
Pros:
— Outdoor workouts in a group setting: MOTIVATING
— Different workout each class & always a FULL-​BODY workout, areas WILL be sore the next day
— Reliable, friendly, knowledgable trainer
— Flexible sessions for those with busy schedules (M, W, F, S)
Cons:
— THE GNATS at the Studio City location are OUT OF CONTROL! Be prepared for some extra protein during your workout… BLEH
This bootcamp is SO WORTH IT! Join FEEL THE BURN, you will accomplish your goals (don’t forget to tell your trainer what they are)!!!
FEEL THE BURN BOOTCAMP = NOTICEABLE RESULTS … Give it a try!

AJ is a great, fun trainer/​bootcamp seargent. I first did a month last summer as part of trying to reach my fitness goals. After doing this bootcamp to launch a year of training and nutrisystem, I have now gone back for bootcamp refresher course. Just to get the workout my body now needs to stay in shape. I am 47 and in the best shape of my life. Thanks to Feel the Burn Bootcamp and AJ for being part of my ongoing journey. Great all around workout, variety, and team work are motivating for me and I hope for anyone else who tries it.

I took the afternoon/​evening class at Moorpark with A.J.
Pros:
— The workouts are challenging and helpful
— The class size was pretty small
— Plenty of free street parking on Moorpark
— Weights are provided (bring your own mat/​towel)
— It’s nice to get fresh air
Cons:
— I concur that the instructor can get distracted by girls he knows and leaves the rest of the group to fend for themselves. Sometimes he seems disinterested
— Being outside in a park means uneven ground which can affect your running
— Being outside also means that it gets dark/​hot/​cold while you workout — also: bugs (sometimes)
The workouts were always different and challenging, switching up weights/​calisthenics, running laps and ab work. Sometimes there would be a giant tire for us to move across the park — talk about working hard! I suggest you bring weight lifting or gardening gloves on those days; you will get blisters.

PROS:
Small group, friendly and help each other out
Beautiful Park and Setting for working out
Definitely felt sore after each work out
Original exercises
High fat burn workouts
CONS:
Trainer does not focus on form
Trainer can be easily distracted and not give full attention
Trainer can deviate from topic at hand and talk about unnecessary things
Even though I had a month long daily deal, I only ended up going a couple times. The weather was too hot to work out outdoors (they even cancelled a couple classes due to hot weather) and I was not motivated enough with my trainer. It was fun but I don’t think I will ever take any outdoor bootcamps again.

This bootcamp is a joke! It’s so disorganized. When I signed up, I never recieved any instructions on what to do, I had to contact the instructor. When you arrive for the first time at the class you don’t feel welcomed and the trainer AJ excepts you to know all the exercises. He never demonstartes anything. Plus, he makes fun of you if you can’t do something and doesn’t have an alternative exercise for you to do. If you want to lose weight this is the place to be but you can’t complain or be lazy. He defintely has some favorites in the class. All he does is just stand around and socialize with the girls he really knows, doesn’t really pay attention to the other clients in the class.
I’ve taken extreme burn bootcamp w/​Von James and it’s so much better. They are friendly and help you throughout the whole work out.

Got a deal on Groupon for 30 days. I went for 2 classes before i injured my ankle doing leap frog exercises. Plyometrix just isn’t for everybody and now I know it’s not for me.
The instructor, AJ wasn’t very attentive or taught people the correct position or form to do certain exercises properly. I blame it on the larger class and more bodies for him to watch.
Granted, there was a disclaimer which basically forewarned that the class was not for the weak. But given that we’re not in a perfect world and there are people who do not know what proper form is. I feel a little more time could’ve been spared to educate those few people on the correct form of an exercise.
And I really wish I would’ve known that Plyometrix isn’t for everybody because I would’ve opted to do another workout equally comparable, and perhaps lasted longer than 2 sessions.
All in all, I enjoyed the workouts and definitely felt the burn.

I was going to the gym and hitting the weights six days a week for the last couple of years doing the same old cardio routines… Don’t get me wrong I was seeing change but I knew I had to change things up some more… I needed to incorporate more cardio but running suxs so I turned to AJ at Feel the Burn Bootcamp. He lit a fire under me and made cardio fun again!
Sure there is some running involved but he made it fun and competitive. It is never the same workout. He incorporates cardio and weight training to perfection! He pushed me to work against myself to work harder. I met lots of cool people and made new friendships that continue outside of bootcamp.
I though I knew all I needed to know about nutrition and fitness but AJ taught me new things and he was always was receptive to my questions. It is a challenging workout and he caters to everyones individual ability. I saw results instantly in myself and in others that were at the bootcamp. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in seeing a positive change in their body and their self-​esteem. So make a commitment to yourself and GO FEEL THE BURN!

I wanted to get back into exercising after 10 years of doing nothing, so I signed up for Feel The Burn Bootcamp. The work outs are outstanding and the camaraderie with every one in the class is excellent. Every work out is different and challenging! I can honestly say that because of Feel The Burn Bootcamp I look forward to exercising and feel lot better about myself and my appearance.
AJ has pushed me farther then I thought I could go and motivated me to continue to work out. I highly recommend joining FEEL THE BURN BOOTCAMP!!!

I was not sure what to expect from Feel the Burn Bootcamp, and I was a little scared going in… But I have to say, this is absolutely the best workout program I’ve tried so far. When I had seen the number of groupons purchased for this bootcamp, I was worried it would be overcrowded and hard to follow the routine with so many people, but after my first day, I was pleasantly surprised. It is not overly packed, and our trainer, AJ, is able to give individual attention throughout all the routines. He’s very helpful in making sure you workout with proper form and makes sure you push yourself to get the best results. In addition, he’s very knowledgeable and will give you helpful hints about fitness and nutrition before, during and after class.
One of the things I like most about the bootcamp is that it’s a great mix of both cardio and strength training that changes from day to day. AJ has incorporated weights and (outrageously heavy) tires into the workouts, while mixing in sprints, core workouts and everything imaginable under the sun. I’m not going to lie — this is a TOUGH workout, but AJ always keeps it interesting… And it’s all definitely worth it. There are people of all ages and fitness levels and the encouragement from the people around you never end. As much as I want to hate it for making me sore for days, I can’t help but love it for getting me in such great shape. Definitely try it out! Many thanks from me (aka «wee one») to AJ!

I wanted to kick start my workout after several «lazy» months. Feel The Burn Bootcamp is doing just that. The workout is challenging, the group and AJ are so supportive and encouraging. I was so nervous — never had been to boot camp and thought I wouldn’t be able to do it.
AJ gave me the push I needed. Love it and highly recommend this to anyone who wants to do something good for themselves and their bodies!

I had never been to a boot camp before so, I was extremely nervous when I joined. I’m glad that I didn’t let that stop me because I would have missed out on one of the best experiences exercising I’ve had so far. Prior to boot camp, I hated exercising and looked for any possible way to avoid it. The trainers at Feel The Burn Bootcamp keep the routine interesting and even fun! You don’t have to worry about keeping up, because the trainers customize the routine for people of all fitness levels. No matter how fit you are, everyone leaves sweating! The trainers really care about your success and the people are super encouraging. If your looking for a new and fun way to exercise than try Feel The Burn Bootcamp… you will be glad you did!

This review is for Chris at the Woodland Hills Location.
I’ve been going for about 3 weeks now and love the class. It’s a grueling workout but at the same time fun. .
Chris works you super hard but in such a way that you can’t hate him for it — he yells to push you along but in the same breath giggles and jokes around with you. He also has a good knowledge of things and is always happy to answer any questions that you throw his way…
The classes are small, the trainer is awesome and the workout is pretty hard core. Gotta love that combination!

Chris at the Woodland Hills location is awesome. He’s a great trainer and I have a great workout each class! Highly recommended!

This review is for the Woodland Hills location.
Chris is an awesome trainer! I was very nervous about starting a boot camp. I thought if this is one of those militant style bootcamps where they scream in your face to try to motivate you i’ll last about 5 minutes! Feel The Burn is the complete opposite. Chris pushes you and makes you want to give more. It’s all about going at your own pace. There are people of all ages and sizes in the class and everyone is always rooting for you and encouraging you to finish.
The classes vary, one day can be upper body, the next is legs and then cardio. There is a mix of core workouts included and warm up and cool down and stretching. He talks to you about nutrition and asks you about what you are eating. He gives advice about what you should eat before and after your workout and will also give you a basic meal plan to follow for your information.
The best part is that he’s funny. Well he thinks he’s funny! LOL! But he’s a great guy! You are doing the class and think you can’t go anymore and then… it’s over! Before you know it you have just completed a rigorous hour workout and you feel great! It’s awesome!