BOOT CAMP     Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be fit to participate?

Our classes are designed to cater for all fitness levels from complete beginners to advanced exercisers looking for a new challenge.  You will be pushed to your hardest level and inspired to achieve your individual best.  Even if you are not currently exercising you can participate.  You don't need to be fit to join us!

Is it like the army?  Will I be “punished” for being late to class, being too slow or finishing last?

Our boot camp is non-military in style.  You will not have to pretend you are in the army, nor engage in unsafe carrying of other participants.  We leave the military drills to the armed forces!  You will not be punished for being last or late, nor motivated via humiliation.  Our boot camps are team based, intensive workouts using encouragement and goals as motivation.

What sort of exercises will we do?

Individual and team exercises, cardiovascular fitness drills, circuits, relays, active games, muscle toning /strengthening, boxing pad training, abdominal strengthening & core stability, medicine ball work, skipping, resistance band exercises, balance challenges, and much more!  No two classes will be the same.

How many people in a class?

We enrol a maximum of 20 participants in our classes to ensure you get the best possible workout.

What do I wear and bring along?

Most of our participants wear tracksuit pants or shorts with a t-shirt or singlet, and good quality, supportive sneakers.  Don’t be tempted to wear your best gear as you may get a little dirty!  Bring along a towel and a bottle of water for your comfort and hydration.

What if it rains?  What if it is hot weather?

Fitness is about maintaining a regular commitment to exercise, so we don’t cancel due to weather.  We are out there rain, hail or shine!  For our outdoor sessions wear appropriate clothing – a waterproof jacket and cap can come in handy and make things more comfortable if it rains.  In hot weather our trainers will adjust the class, incorporating less running around and more strength and abdominal based work.  Be sure to wear sunscreen and bring water.

On the rare occasion that we need to cancel the class due to a storm or extreme heat we will contact you and you'll receive a make up session.  If you don't hear from us, the class is going ahead!

Healthy Balance Boot Camps are a little different to other boot camp programs as we move to indoor venues during the darker, cooler months for your safety and comfort.

Do you offer a reward if I refer a friend?

Yes!  Our best advertising is word of mouth, so we reward boot camp vouchers as a thank you. 

Do you run these courses ongoing throughout the year?

Our courses run in 6 week blocks all throughout the year.  There are usually no classes on public holidays and there is a break at Christmas/New Year.