Thank you Rachael for your continued enthusiasm and humor throughout this camp. You made working out that early in the morning very comfortable yet very challenging at the same time. Everyday that I drove away I felt better and better, just 1 day closer to getting the body back that I once had. It also helped me tremendously with quitting smoking . I cannot wait to do this camp again and I am looking forward to giving it my all and going for 5 days a week this time. I have also encourages two of my girlfriends to join camps, although they don't live near RSM but they are very excited to start the Irvine and Aliso Viejo camps.
Thank you again Rachael, you are quite an inspiration J . ~Alison Oddo, smoke free 35 days and counting!
This morning I felt I have accomplished so much!!! It felt fantastic to finish my first boot camp, and to see/feel how strong I feel! What a great experience. Rachael, thank you so much for inspiring us! You are fantastic and make everybody feel at ease, but at the same time challenge us. I am inspired, this will be my best year. I'm getting ready for Brazil Carnaval 2009!! I'll wear nothing but glitter! ~Patricia Miller, Viva Brazil!
I really enjoy your class and you are an inspiration. Thank you for being so upbeat and considerate of everyone's different physical levels, I have never felt so included in a class before. ~Leigh Ortiz
Thank you sooooooo much Rachael for an incredible experience in exercising. It was empowering and I look forward to coming back. ~Marie Penton
Thank you, Rachael! I never thought I would say this but look forward to getting up early to work out, I feel good throughout the whole day! ~Andrea
Thank you Rachael for your inspiration mentally and physically. I look forward to my transformation INSIDE and OUT. I'm so excited! ~ Suzanne
Hi Samantha, I just wanted to tell you how happy I am that I joined the RSM boot camp! It's an amazing experience and I can tell you, it beats the gym!! The instructor is great.
Hi Rachael! Just wanted to let you know that I am having a great time in your boot camp and am so glad you are teaching it! You make it so enjoyable and fun! THANK YOU! You almost make waking up at that ungodly hour bearable! ~Rachel Burch
This fitness and weight loss program is honestly the best
gift I have given myself. It is motivating, stimulating and
challenging…everything my old routine lacked. It jumpstarts
my day and I have met a wonderful group of women from all
walks of life. I receive dedicated personal instruction –
I couldn’t ask for anything more in an exercise program.
You need to do this for yourself.
Kristin Daniels
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I hope that you and John have a wonderful
Thanksgiving! I know that I am very thankful for both of you and the
passion that you both have for helping others to improve themselves.
I have benefited so much from your boot camps!! I look forward to starting again after the holidays!
Fondly,
Colleen Myers
“John is the Tony Robbins of Fitness; he believes in the impossible and strives for the best in himself and others! Through his many talents from Adventure Boot Camps to Lifestyle Coaching, John is truly a leader in the industry. You'll want to consult with John if you’re looking to achieve the highest in personal peak performance!” Tamilee Webb M.A. ‘Ms Buns of Steel”
I am currently enrolled in the June boot camp at Capo Beach for the second time. My training experience with Tonya Williams has been exceptional. She has a unique way of making sure that all levels are challenged and she has been diligent in making sure all of us are using the proper form, technique and focus - which gives us the best return for our workout. I have trained and run marathons for the past 15 years - but after working with Tonya these past four weeks, I am noticing my training runs (I do these in the evenings) have been easier and faster. My strength and endurance has also vastly improved over the past 4 weeks - thanks to Tonya's very challenging sessions.
I will be definitely signing up for a 3rd session in July!
Sincerely,
Debbie Y.
"I can’t tell you
how boot camp has changed my life for the better.
I can count a least nine things that have been
improved because of boot camp. You have been really
great in motivating me to a new fitness level.
Thank you!"
- Jan T. of Irvine
Hi Christina –
I just wanted to say thank you for making Boot Camp so much
fun…I believe it’s your warm, gentle and humorous
spirit combined with your professionalism, knowledge and dedication
that makes Adventure Boot Camp a continuing success!
Fondly, Xochill
 I have somewhat of an unusual testimonial I thought I'd share
with you. On Wednesday after our hike I had a dentist appointment
to have a crown work up on a tooth that broke. My dentist
is here in Yorba Linda, and her name is Caroline Dang.....she's
a great dentist. She was drilling away on my tooth when the
anesthetic started to wear off.....I motioned her, and she
stopped and gave me another shot and continued. She still
wasn't finished when I felt the pain coming back again.....she
had to stop again and give me yet a third shot to numb me
so she could finish. She couldn't understand why the medication
was going through me so quickly because I had to have a crown
once before and that didn't happen. I mentioned that I had
just gone on a "climb up Mt. Everest" that morning
and she said that was it.....my metabolism was running so
high that the medication was running through my body faster
than normal. She was impressed.....so was I!
I really enjoyed the hike....even though I am so badly out
of shape, I just hung in there and made it to the top.....like
everyone else.....and boy was that view gorgeous! I appreciate
that you lag behind for us slower ones.....you make us feel
so good about ourselves.....I can't wait for next Wednesday's
hike!
Thank you John,
Barbara Taylor
I was completely bored with exercising. I have exercised
my whole life and needed a change. It's great to be excited
about my workout program again. I'm beginning by 3rd camp
soon!
Pat Beckman, age 68
The Adventure Boot Camp is simply the best! I particularly
like the variety of activities and the sense of fun that's
built into the program. I really felt like I was getting the
maximum benefit out of the program. I highly recommend the
program to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and overall
health. Linda Landers
I have to admit I was a little skeptical about something
entitled "Boot Camp". I envisioned a lot of yelling
and not the most nurturing environment. However, since day
one of camp, I have been nothing but thrilled to wake up and
hang out with my newly acquainted friends. After two camps,
I have learned so many new exercises that have stirred muscles
I didn't know I had! The biggest change for me has occurred
in my arms, hips and abs. I feel so much leaner and firm.
I'm into a size 4 and my energy level has seen a significant
boost. So, whether it's interval training with weights or
yoga and pilates, I look forward to every morning's new adventure.
Lisa M.
Wow! What can I say about Boot Camp. I can say so much I
don't know where to begin. I am 32 years old and have tried
many different things to try and get myself into shape. Including
working out with a personal trainer that cost me ALOT of money
and just ended up hurting my knees. When I thought about doing
Boot Camp the idea of getting up to workout at 5:30 in the
morning freaked me out a little. Well, I am currently involved
in my second camp. After the first 4 week camp I noticed a
difference in my body composition that I never had prior.
I have never really had a weight problem, yet was never really
toned either. My legs and butt were on the flabby side, and
as I get older I noticed it getting worse. Right now I feel
so good in my clothes - I can't believe it. People have noticed
a change in my body. My hips had started getting little fat
pockets on the sides and those are GONE! I am amazed at the
results of the training that John gives us. Getting up and
working out at 5:30 has been easy to adjust to and believe
it or not, I have lots of energy throughout the day. I Love
Camp and John Ellis is one of the nicest guys I know. He is
not your typical arrogant personal trainer type guy. He is
awesome. He is so knowledgeable and so helpful in the morning
to everyone in the camp. I can't say enough good things about
him. I I love camp and I love what is happening to my body
as a result of it!
Thank you John Ellis for the dedication to all of us! You
are awesome!
Lisa Gray
In Febuary of this year, I started my first boot camp with
John Ellis, I must say I was a bit unsure of my strength and
abilities. Could I even keep up? Boot Camp? I've been there
before! In 1988 I left the United States Marine Corps after
serving eight years and being in the best shape of my life.
Now, I'm a 47 year old female, 50 pounds overweight and in
the worst shape of my life. I allowed allowed the corporate
demons to suck up my soul for the past 12 years. I have tried
every diet in the book from Weight Watchers, Fit For Life,
drugs and personal training - unsuccessfully. Now it was time
for a rebirth and I knew boot camp would do it. But could
I handle it 22 years later when waking up at 0430 is a challenge
in itself . Well John Ellis makes sure everyone at camp finds
their personal success as he lifts our spirits and demands
that each of us embrace our personal strength to the best
of our abilities. As this was accomplished so was a gradual
physical, emotional and mental transformation. Now while attending
my third boot camp, I am stronger, healthier, with noticeable
increased energy levels and have dropped one dress size. I
have achieved my personal goals and much more . My weight,
I no longer worry about because I feel too good to be preoccupied
my with negative thoughts. This is truly a life changing experience
and if your ready for the commitment, join the journey, come
aboard. If not, stay home and sleep your way through life!
I did it for 12 years. :-) !!
Sempre Fi
Pat Ortegel
I have been away from a fitness lifestyle for years. I replaced
fitness for watching my bottom lines grow. I saw John's ad
and was compelled to act for two reasons: #1: it didn't sound
like a sissy camp. #2: I had no time management rationalizations
to use against exercising locally from 5:30-6:30am, a time
slot previously reserved for snoring. What is the result?
I have more energy and I am proud of myself for getting something
started. I did not choose this program because of John's extensive
crendentials. Now that I have done this for two weeks, I know
that it is his expertise at working different muscle groups
every day & incorporating different exercises that has
made the workout difficult, and yet possible for me. The variety
keeps it fresh and makes it a total body workout. I would
highly recommend this program for anyone seeking to rekindle
their love for a fitness lifestyle. Melinda, Coto de Caza
I arrived at boot camp overweight and out of shape - a true
couch potato who loved food and hated exercise. But, I knew
it was time for a change and John's boot camp sounded like
just the cure. What I was really looking for was something
to jump start me into better fitness and eating habits. What
could be better than four weeks of intense fitness training
with other women under the guidance of an experienced trainer?
And the classes were great! The variety of activities and
pace of the class made the hour fly by each day. Don't get
me wrong, it was a lot of hard work. John pushed me harder
than I would ever push myself working out alone. But he also
allowed for the individual abilities of each participant.
It didn't matter that I was the slowest or the weakest. What
matters is that I worked at and improved at everything. And
the results are impressive. During the four weeks, I lost
eight pounds. I lost two inches each around my chest, waist,
and hips. I also lost over one inch on each arm and leg. I
improved my one mile run time by 10%. Plus, I have more energy
than ever. Best of all, it has given me just the boost I was
looking to attain. I'm now eating better, sleeping better,
and exercising regularly. I have the hope and belief that
I can continue my new fitness habits and my journey to a leaner
and healthier me. And I'm looking forward to returning to
future boot camps to challenge myself again.
Thanks John!
Diana, RSM |
