Kwantlen Boot Camp classes are designed to train your entire body with emphasis on functional fitness, core and endurance. This dynamic workout pushes you while working within your personal ability level and leaves you feeling exhilarated and refreshed! Suitalbe for all levels of fitness (modifications are provided) and taught by a Certiffied Personal Trainer.
Boot Camp classes are held in the Surrey Campus Gym. During nice weather we will make use of the outdoors, so please come prepared for indoor or outdoor activities (wind jacket, sunscreen, water-bottle, hat etc.).
Boot Camp is taking a break! Come back in September for our new schedule!
FAQ's
WHAT IS BOOT CAMP?
During boot camp you are lead through moderate-to-high intensity strength and cardio exercises designed to challenge your strength and endurance. The workout moves quickly, taking you from one exercise to the next with little or no rest. In boot camp, your challenge is to take your body to its limit. You work, you sweat and, best of all, you burn calories like crazy!
Boot camp workouts are:
· Efficient - You work your whole body in a short period of time
· Fun - each exercise is different so you don't get bored
· Suitable for all fitness levels – make is as challenging as you want
· Great calorie burners!
WHAT KIND OF EXERCISES ARE INVOLVED?
The Boot Camp workout involves calisthenics like pushups, jumping jacks, mountain climbers, jump rope, squats, planks, and lunges. Time is also spent on agility drills to help improve coordination and reaction time. Many of the exercises require little or no equipment; rather they use body weight to improve strength and endurance.
The exercises can be modified whenever necessary to stay safe and avoid injury. The hour boot camp class also involves a gradual warmup, cool down and stretch.
PRECAUTIONS
All participants must complete a Medical Questionnaire (PAR-Q) prior to the class. A doctor’s medical clearance may necessary before trying this workout if you have any injuries, illnesses, are pregnant, or have other conditions.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Summer bootcamps may go outdoors in nice weather. Please come prepared with good quality running shoes, water bottle, sunscreen, wind jacket/sweatshirt, and hat.