Bootcamp UK Portsmouth

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  Charlotte Thompson

  Having moved to the area not knowing anyone I can honestly say joing BCUK Portsmouth was the best decision I made. I have made lots of amazing friends, everyone encourages and supports each other with no judgement all while getting fit!

  28-01-2023
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  Rebecca Ryan

  Great fitness club to join if you're looking for variety and social activities. All outdoors, rain or shine. Never a dull session.

  28-01-2023
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  Neil Thorpe

  A fantastic, inclusive outdoor fitness community in the heart of Portsmouth led by friendly, knowledgable instructors. Lots of one-off events, challenges and socials in addition to fun and varied hour-long sessions three times a week

  28-01-2023
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  Clare Hill

  28-01-2023
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  Lisa Mason

  2 years ago I was a very unfit 48 year old, looking to improve my strength and fitness. I was introduced to BCUK Portsmouth. I was not able to finish the first session, but with the encouragement from the instructor and the new found friends, i now hold my own with 3 times a week and the additional optional activities. I love the new found family we call BCUK PORTSMOUTH come rain or shine. Come join us and see for yourself, you'll love it as much as I do.

  28-01-2023
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  Jacqueline Thomson

  Everyone at Portsmouth bootcamp have become firm friends since joining. Liam our trainer gives us great workouts which are always varied and always work us hard. It’s fun as well.

  28-01-2023
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  Marcie Mayhead

  Bootcamp is amazing for ALL. This has changed me physically and mentally. I've pushed myself in ways I couldn't imagine this year, all thanks to the trainers and people I'm surrounded by. The group are postive, great minded, fun people to be around and the trainers put on great workouts that can be adapted to your fitness levels. Workouts are fun, motivating and challenging (in a good way!) Would 100 percent recommend to anyone.

  28-01-2023
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  Deb Mckenzie

  A friendly atmosphere where you can exercise to you own ability. Fitness can be fun and it is at BCUK Portsmouth.

  28-01-2023
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  Fabian Cook

  I’ve only completed a few sessions so far but it’s been fantastic, I’ll definitely be joining full time!

  28-01-2023
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  Alex Ford

  Earlier this year, I was stood in a field surrounded by strangers, only knowing one person. Little did I know that these strangers would become some of the closest friends I’ve ever had. The first session was brutal, and showed my lack of fitness, but everyone was supportive, and when I had to take a breather, I noticed that no one was judging me, everyone was just doing what they could, competing with themselves, standing alone, together. That sounds like a cliche but it’s true, at Bootcamp Portsmouth, you’re not competing to be the best, you’re constantly challenging your own abilities, while supporting each other. To say that Bootcamp has changed my life is an understatement, every part of my physical and mental health has changed - I’m asthmatic and my peak flow has gone from dangerously low to off the scale, I can run a 5k without a second thought, where before I could barely manage 50m. Clothes fit better and I’m able to eat the foods I enjoy without worrying. The Blanchard Trophy is an amazing competition between different Bootcamp Locations - I have competed in all kinds of events, and even pulled a 737 passenger plane. Work has stopped me from doing as many events as I’d have liked, but it’s simply made me want to do more next year. To beat my person bests and push team Pompey further up the leader board, safe in the knowledge that I don’t have to be an ultra marathon runner, just by taking part I’m earning points. People have asked me what’s the difference between this and a gym - for me it’s the 3 things - firstly the variety of the sessions, they are always fun and no 2 sessions are every totally the same. Secondly it’s the instructors, Pete and Liam are such great motivators, knowing when to push you, and how much, without you feeling uncomfortable or feeling like you’re failing or not doing enough. Thirdly and most importantly, it’s back to the people. Portsmouth has such an amazing, welcoming group of people, from all ages backgrounds, shapes sizes and walks of life. Everyone has their own demons and battles, but when we step into that field, nothing matters except for Team Portsmouth, and making sure everyone is smiling (even when doing burpees!). When I miss a week for work or life getting in the way, I find myself longing to be back, missing the people, the fresh air and that feeling of accomplishment when you’ve just done an hour of high intensity exercise, and it’s flown by, or the feeling when that running session actually felt like you weren’t constantly struggling, those weights started becoming a bit lighter, and the push ups easier. This isn’t an ultra serious fitness group where everyone eats dust with flax seeds, or drinks kale smoothies all the time, we go to costa after sessions, eat cheesy chips after socials and cake at events, just a group of normal people, being the best version of themselves! Having just had our end of year awards night, there are always achievable awards (even if it is “problem child”)!, and things to aim for, but there is no greater feeling than seeing one of your closest friends rewarded for their outstanding achievements, or just for being that person who always helps out. That is Bootcamp, and that is why it will genuinely change your life, not just help to lose a few kilos!

  28-12-2022