The Camp Transformation Center

**The Camp TC, Oceanside Review**
***November 2, 2015, 6 Week Challenge***
Where to begin? I made the decision to join The Camp (what feels like, waaaay back) in October of 2015. I was just shy of my highest weight ever and feeling every pound. At 33, I was out of breath from «walking» up 3 flights of stairs. I was discouraged, I felt awful and I hardly recognized myself in the mirror or in photos anymore. At the time, I had a lot of negative stress in my personal life and even though I probably didn’t need one more thing on my plate and even though I didn’t have the money in my budget, I decided to invest in myself, my health and my well-​being. Yes, it was scary (that’s a lot of money!) but I made allowances for the $ 497 and signed on the dotted line. No turning back now…
The start of the November 2, 2015 CHALLENGE… and boy was it! The Camp requires a strict meal plan, a recommended number of workouts and (for the average person) a large increase in water consumption.
The very first week, I went to an out-​of-​state wedding and struggled to stay on plan. I succeeded as much as I felt (at the time) was possible and consciously made better choices but I would be lying if I said that I was 100% on track the entire trip. Even without working out those 5 days, just by making better choices and drinking more water, I managed to lose 2 pounds my first weigh-​in. 18 more to go!
Of course, because I was traveling, the weather change, extreme changes in diet and exercise… I got sick and ended up with bronchitis. This kept me from the gym for a week and I actually gained a pound — laying in bed and coughing — during that 3^rd week.
The last 3 weeks I really stepped it up and started doing 2 classes a day to meet my required number of workouts. The results were plainly visible by the end of the 5^th week. I was down over 17 pounds and even though I was tired, I felt better.
The last and final week was the toughest. It’s recommended that you not weigh yourself because it causes stress and too much stress may cause you to hold on to those few pounds that have to go… but let’s be real, we all lived on the dang scale that final week. Lol.
Over the course of the challenge, I got to know the other challengers and the monthly members, I watched two new assistant trainers start and develop their own methods and training styles, I received unlimited support and encouragement from the people around me. The staff, the other challengers, the monthly members, these are passionate people! Passionate about your/​their health, passionate about putting healthy food into your/​their bodies, positive individuals and, I feel, 90% of the reason that people that have failed before, don’t fail when they chose to take on this challenge. The trainers are ALL extremely approachable and never make you feel like they’re too busy to answer a question or address a concern. The other people sweating along with you will push you to do your best. You’ll grit your teeth and struggle through the pain but you’ll do it together and you’ll do it with smiles on your faces.
If you take nothing else from this review, understand that it is possible. Don’t listen to naysayers that tell you that you can’t, especially that one in the mirror, because you can! I managed to lose 25 pounds in 6 weeks! That’s crazy talk, right?! (There are people there that are on challenge #4 and are down over 80 pounds! In 24 weeks!) My friends are all impressed, my boyfriend got a pleasant surprise when he came home from out-​of-​town, my coworkers are asking what exactly I did… but most importantly, I feel better than I have in a long time. Yes, I look better (and it’s awesome! :)) but who can put a price on feeling better and being healthier?
I lost the weight and completed my challenge but didn’t receive my money back. Why, you ask? Because I rolled it over into a monthly membership. I’m now a proud member of The Camp! I may never get to a «healthy bmi» but I will get to the best version of myself and I’ll do it sweating beside like minded people with similar goals. I never again want to feel like I did before completing the challenge. It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle change!
Thank you to everyone at The Camp Transformation Center Oceanside!

I am so grateful to be part of this wonderful weight loss and fitness community/​family. I joined the November 2, 2015 challenge after seeing the transformation one of my friends had after successfully completing 2 challenges. In the beginning the task to lost 20 lbs in 6 weeks was completely daunting, but by the end, eating clean and going to the gym on a regular basis just became a normal way of life. Now I’m not saying it was easy… the last 6 weeks have been some of the most challenging ones of my life (especially this last one)! But I was determined to finally lose the weight without the aid of diet pills and other quick fix methods. I vow to continue this new lifestyle now that I am 24.6lbs lighter. Thank you The Camp Transformation Center Oceanside and all of the amazing trainers! I could have never done this without all of your dedication, support, encouragement, knowledge and motivation.

After debating on joining the camp my decision was solidify after two things. 1) My Thyroid going down the toilet, and 2) Watching my neighbor’s transformation with The Camp. Due to vacation and work obligations I finally got to start the November 2^nd challenge. BEST DECISION EVER!!! I dropped not only the 20 pounds required in 42 days but I surpassed that and dropped 21.1 pounds. I am happier and healthier. My home and work life have benefitted from me getting into shape. I am super grateful for the entire staff at The Camp Transformation Center Oceanside! On to challenge #2 going to melt 20 more pounds off! Nothing beats sliding on the pair of «skinny» jeans that have been living in your closet!

Finnish My Second Challenge, Now On To My third. 44 pounds down, so far. I would definitely recommend the camp oceanside. The trainers are top notch. They teach, encourage and lift you up when you’re not able to lift yourself. I am so happy to have found the camp. I will be there for a long time. I am learning new habits for a healthier lifestyle that I will use for the rest of my life. Don’t get me wrong, it’s very hard work. I started this journey unable to do half of the exercises. Now I’m able to do most, I can do «real» push ups. Have yet to master the burpee. I love the positive vibe and the acceptance of the group. We are all at different fitness levels but no one judges. Instead they encourage and cheer you on to try your hardest. This is my home and they are my new aff (awesome fit family). I only wish that I could encourage my own family to come with me. I have a feeling they will, eventually. Bree, mitch, hector, Phil and Kaitlyn, jazz and all of you’re wonderful staff, I am great full for you all. Hope this helps others, don’t be scared.. it really does work. .if you ftdi (follow the damn instructions).
Kathy mackessy, Rn

Hey readers :). This camp was my last chance of losing weight, I have tried many ways to lose weight but never worked, I even excersized 4 times a week but I learned that without diet u won’t see the results. I admit that I love food and hate to excersize, so the 6 week challenge was very difficult, stressful, sad, and depressing period of my life, yet I feel it was worth it. I didn’t do the emergency diet and still lost 22.7Lb. My family and friends were shocked by my results. I feel healthier, happier, more energized, and more confident than I have ever been. Once u see the result u get addicted and rearrange ur priorities. Yes food is important and it makes me very happy but seeing myself sexy and healthy is way more important. My chlostrol was high and I was only 25 year old so I had to do something to change my habits before more problems will start, and this program did the trick. Some people might say it’s too harsh and unhealthy but guess what losing 20Lb in 6 weeks requires a striked diet because it’s just crazy amount of wight comparing to the time period, and we need to keep up with the wight loss somehow. The excersizes were fun and challenging at first but it does the trick of toning and shaping ur body ;). I drove to the camp 35₄₀ min back and forth but, I even went hiking 5 times during the challenge, I ate food that hate, and I drank disgusting protein shakes but if I was able to do it anyone can :). The 500 $ deposite were one of the reasons I was successful, so I feel that it was necessary. Oh and before I forget the camp makes u feel that u r a family, they support u, answer ur questions, motivates u, push u, and welcome u with a big smile everytime to their gym. So I wish u good luck and once u r in u need to be committed, focused, able to push urself to the limit, and for sure make many sacrifices.

The camp works, as long as you show up, don’t stop, and Follow The Dam Instructions (FTDI). The trainers support you, hold you accountable, answer questions, and help with tips. This is truly a Life-​Changing experience. I’m below my college football weight (down 57.4 lbs in 12 wk) and feel amazing. The Camp gets an astounding endorsement from me
#jointhemovement
#thecampmovement

Make sure you know EVERY DETAIL of the their program before you sign anything (exercise, food plan, Facebook requirements, monetary obligations, etc.). Their food plan is a crash diet, filled with protein powders and about 1,000 calories a day of food for rapid weight loss. Their food plan is unsustainable for truly healthy living beyond the program they offer.
The Camp is refusing to refund my money (almost $ 500) for services I have and will not used. Their orientation did not explicitly explain the details of their program – on purpose as one employee told me – and once you sign the contract, they will not hear of anyone backing out.
Be warned.

This camp is awesome!!! I lost 23.2 lbs in 6 weeks on the program and it changed my life. Feel good and look good!
If you’re 20 pounds or more overweight you need to do this. A little commitment and some time and your life will change.

I first learned of this place from a friend who was at that time participating in one of the ‘free 6 week challenges’. I went to an orientation meeting in mid-​March and signed up on the spot, as I was tired of the excess weight of I carrying and needed to take action soon. However, one of the requirements to ‘save/​hold’ my spot for the challenge was a hefty deposit of $ 497.00. I was told I would get this money back when I successfully completed the challenge. This puts into question the ‘free challenge’ concept. One of the owners, Alejandra Font, told us that night our applications would be ‘screened’ and they would only select those who were motivated enough. We had to write a short blurb as to why we should be selected on the application. The selection process is actually dictated by who can fork over the money on the spot. We were told we would be interviewed individually to assess our situations and needs, and proper recommendations would be made. None of that occurred. I did not hear from anyone at The Camp until a week before the challenge was to begin. They called to tell me I had been ‘selected’ and I was to attend a ‘nutrition seminar’. The owner, Alejandra, was there once again and basically read from the ‘Bible’, the Camp Challenge handbook (see shared pictures for additional details). To the untrained eye, it seems like sound information and advice, but there are a few incongruencies that void out the ‘sound’ advice. I began the challenge on 13 April 2015, and attended each week the required minimum of 5 days a week. The trainers we worked with were talented and motivated individuals who pushed us hard every workout. Many of my fellow challengers where individuals who had never experienced this much/​type of physical demands and exertion, but they hung on. However, small things and situations began to occur as we progressed through the challenge. People who were not seeing results and were working their hearts out were told they just were not putting out enough. Individuals who had the courage to ask about the inconsistencies presented in the ‘Bible’ were shutdown or kicked out of the challenge all together and their concerns were ridiculed via the private Facebook group, specifically those relating to the dangerous ‘emergency’ advice published in the Camp ‘Bible’. These actions and antics came from the management/​owners. I successfully completed the challenge on 25 May 2015 and lost a total of 22 lbs; however, that achievement was overshadowed by the fact that my deposit was not going to be returned to me. One of the finer details of the ‘application’ was the simple question that asked how much weight did I want to lose, and I naively wrote 50 lbs. That simple answer sealed the fate of my deposit not being returned. Even though I lost the 20 lbs as the program required, because I had written the number 50, I was now forced to roll into another challenge to lose another 20 lbs. I could not commit to another challenge at that time, and the only options I was given was do another challenge and hopefully get your deposit back if I lost another 20 lbs or transfer the money to cover a month to month membership. The terrible and unprofessional business practices of this establishment definitely left a bitter taste in my mouth. I do not recommend this ‘transformation center’ to anyone looking to commit to losing weight, as yes, you will lose weight, but you could also risk losing your money because of the unscrupulous tactics and false advertisement of this business.

Low stars! All not so bright, young people eager to sign you up ASAP. With unrealistic and frequently inappropriate for your weight, age and general condition exercise régime and unhealthy nutritional program based on dehydration to meet unrealistic weight loss goals… oh and don’t let them have your phone number or e-​mail you’ll be letting yourself in for inscesent texts and «great offers» to come in and join that will never stop no matter how many times you request to be deleted from their call list…

I had about 25 lbs to lose in order to be considered a «healthy» weight according to the BMI chart before starting the camp. I was very hesitant to do it because 20 lbs in 6 weeks just seems so drastic for someone my size/​built. For the past ten years my weight would go down 10 lbs the most. It was hard to stick with other diets or excercise so my weight always fluctuate. I had many other reasons not to do the camp. 1) I have 2 jobs. Who has the time? 2) I have 3 little kids who does extracurricular activities. How selfish of me. 3) When do I have time to cook, clean, budget, volunteer at church etc. 4) It’s a lot of money to lose! Again, how selfish of me to spend this much money on myself.
It’s amazing what pushing all those barriers everyday can do. They were all valid as well as your own personal reasons but you really just gotta want it badly enough! The Camp Transformation made me focus on my goal and I was able to lose 20.3 lbs in 6 weeks. The feeling of being healthy again, my blood pressure being down, and the fact that I’m preventing other hereditary diseases by eating clean and excercising regularly is simply priceless!
I didn’t abandon my kids in the process. They even picked up healthy habits and helped kept me accountable through the process. Sure, my house was a little messy but my health was more important. I had to wake up for a 5am workout at times so I can prepare the kids to school and get ready for work. I’m grateful for my husband for taking some responsibility off at times. At the end, I learned it’s okay to be «selfish» when it comes to your health. We have to keep our own body and well being healthy so we can take care of others around us.
The trainers and members become family at the Camp. They are all passionate at what they do. They call you by a first name basis and genuinely cares about how they can help you. It’s such a huge support group that it’s difficult to become derailed from your original goal. We are all on the same boat, we know how challenging it is to meet our goals, and we were simply there for each other to push a little further than before. Steps that lead to HUGE progress is what the Camp offers and has proven to do so time and time again!!!

This has been a lifestyle changing, motivational and inspirational process. I was able to meet my goal and lost a total weight of 24 pounds. I would like to thank the entire staff and trainers at the Oceanside gym. The trainers, with all of their individuality traits and kick-​butt attitudes, were great and were able to push me to meet my goal. I can’t also forget how the fellow challengers and regular members made the whole challenge experience very friendly and encouraging. I will miss you all. Go Oceanside AFF!
The six week transformation was a challenge, both physically and mentally, and keeping to the strict meal plans was a struggle. Thank goodness that I have my loving wife, Anita, who convinced me to join her on this journey to a healthier lifestyle. It was something we had tried on our own but unfortunately with a busy household, made it very tough and unsuccessful. I wouldn’t have made it through this challenge if it were not from the support I got from Anita. Thanks honey! My two daughters also kept on eye on me and stopped me from eating anything not on the FTDI list. We will continue to follow the FTDI meal plan and still enjoy a few cheat meals ;)
I have spent these past few days celebrating my success but it’s now time to get back on track and my continued goal for a healthier lifestyle. I will continue my workouts at the regular gym (my company pays for the membership) but I go with the mindset and knowledge I got from Hector, Megan, Jair, Phil, Caitlyn, and Aurélie. Thank you all very much!
In closing, I would recommend the 6-​week challenge to those who have struggled with their weight and unhealthy lifestyle. It’s not going to be a walk in the park but the end results are so worth the experience. The Camp is a great gym with the most friendliest staff and excellent trainers. Thanks again in putting me on the right path for a healthier lifestyle.

I love this gym! I signed up because I needed the motivation to get healthy. Getting my $ 500 back was my motivation. I followed their nutrition directions, received support from their facebook page and sought advise from camp Directors when I was concerned. I had all sorts of injuries (none related to the camp) and the trainers worked with me every single day to modify exercises so that I still received a full work out! I loved these work outs, the trainers did a great job keeping it fun while pushing you to work just a bit harder. I have never encountered trainers that are so down to earth, funny and personable before! The other Camp members were very nice and absolutely non judgmental. Most were in a challenge and really pushing to change their own lifestyles. Others were month to month members. Most month to month members were challengers at one point as well and were very supportive as they know exactly how hard working out and getting healthy can be especially in the beginning. There were times when I wanted to cheat on my nutrition and I am so glad that I didn’t. I just finished my challenge and lost 23.3 lbs. I know I will gain some back (some was water weight) but the majority is gone for good if I continue on my healthy new lifestyle. I went 42 days with no cream in my coffee (waaaaaah!), no sugar, no red meat, no processed food. Day after the challenge and I was craving (more than anything) my coffee and creamer. Took one sip and my taste buds completely betrayed me! I no longer have a taste for the creamer! This is a good thing! My creamer is full of toxins that are just not good for my body! My body is now used to eating healthy and I am thrilled. My advise to incoming campers… Read your bible (they will give it to you). Don’t skim it. Read it. Everything you need to know about camp challenge rules, policies, nutrition, exercise is in that bible. Nothing is hidden, nothing is a secret. The Camp really wants you to succeed and they have laid it all out for you!
Thank you to the Camp for helping to put me back on this healthy path. This challenge was not easy but sooooo worth it!

Free my ass!!! They ask for a hefty deposit that is sworn to not be a way to charge ppl but a way to keep ppl from dropping out. FYI stop saying your camp is free when your making ppl put deposit down put that in your advertisement so ppl don’t waste their time with this nonsense and you a guys absolutely ask way to much for a gym membership would rather go to chuze or another gym. YOU GUYS SUCK LIARS!!!

Final weigh in was on 4÷6÷15 and by following the camp’s «emergency» instructions, I was able to meet my 20 pound goal! Proof that you just need to show up and trust their process. Through the six week program, I’ve had a to travel twice and had a death in the family the last weekend of my challenge. Each time I came across an obstacle, Mitch (the Oceanside camp director), and all the trainers worked with me to be sure I could still meet my goal. The program is tough, it challenges you mentally and physically, but if you stick with it you’ll get results, will feel great about yourself and what your body can do, and you might find yourself loving the workouts! The fact that you’ve got a deposit to work for helps to keep you going too.
I signed up for a monthly membership to keep working towards some personal goals… and know I’ve found the right place to help me meet them!

Any center that places a private issue and blast them in public will never get my business as well I have no problem spreading the word all over Camp Pendleton/​military bases as well as my military family all over the area. If you can’t address safety concerns and look out for members you should not be in business. Replacing someone has nothing on loyalty and if your willing to backstab that fast no rights to ever be trusted or have members

The Review That Could Have Been Avoided.
I had been attending The Camp Transformation Center Oceanside for about 2 Months. I had completed my 6 week challenge with success. Took a week off and returned on a month to month membership starting on the 9^th of March. When I came in to the 7pm class on Thursday March 12^th they were setting up for an orientation some of us were uninformed about. We were told our workout was going to be held in the parking lot behind the gym for the whole hour. Since I was already there and didn’t want to loose momentum on my fitness goals I decided to stay. Being that we were outside we were limited on exercises because most of the equipment was inside. we ran 5 laps to start the warm up. Then we used some hand weights we were all sharing proceeded by getting down on our hands, knees, and elbows on the asphalt to do push up, and planks. I don’t know about you but this is very uncomfortable to be down on those little rocks in the blacktop. We were not provided mats or told to bring knee protection. In between each set we did a lap around the building. On our what seemed to be 10^th lap around the building I tripped on a crack on the asphalt and fell. I scraped up my palms, right four arm, and right knee. I picked myself up and finished my lap. When we got back to the starting place we were instructed to do a push up contest. I walked up to one of the instructors and let him know that I had fallen and that I would not be participating in the push ups. At this point I was bleeding and covered in black dirt with tiny rocks from falling on the asphalt. He offered some alcohol pads but I felt like washing it with soap and water would be best. I went inside washed my arms and hands grabbed my keys and left. Later that night I was annoyed and in pain. I decided that the total lack of communication needed to be addressed as well as obvious safety issues. So I wrote the two owners and the manager of the oceanside location a PRIVATE email voicing my concerns about the discomfort of being on our hands, knees, and elbows on asphalt. About the fact that I had fallen. That it is dark out and it is a liability to have us out there. I told them I felt that as this could have been avoided had a simple email been sent out letting us know that orientation was happening and inviting us to come to an earlier class if we wanted to avoid working out outside. Or simply having the orientation on a day or time when class was not happening. If these steps would have been taken all of this could have been avoided. I also included that I hoped that they could take the constructive criticism and turn it into a positive. I pushed send hoping to hear back something like thank you for your email we will take this under consideration and keep you all informed next time that we have an orientation. But this is where things went really wrong! The email I was sent back was the most disgusting display of egotistical crap I have ever seen. This guy needs a PR person to rope him in. I mean who can’t take real advice from a paying customer and work it out? Anyways this is the return email I was sent.
(Dear Normandie, «I don’t need your money» I have people on the waiting list for your spot. I have refunded your deposit. Wish you the best on your weight loss success.)
After that was sent he then deleted me from the private Facebook page and proceeded to talk crap about me behind my back to fellow campers. Who does this??? I never said anything bad about my AFF or the Staff at the camp. Only talked about lack of communication and safety issues. Here is what he posted. It was sent to me by a client of mine who is a member of the camp and was aware of the email I was sent.
And he lied. He didn’t fully refund me on the 13^th of March like he said he did. It took until the 28^th of March to get my refund. Which is the reason why I am now finally able to tell you all what really happened to me. I was waiting on my refund before putting this out. It’s unfortunate that you can’t separate the owner from this business because I really did love it and the program does work. However with everything that he has done I would never give a person like this my business.

I put down $ 150 cash… to sign up for the six week challenge I was told by the owners wife herself that if my partner didn’t want me to do it that I would get my cashback I’ve been waiting a month for that now… i’ve contacted billing at least five or six times each time I haven’t gotten an email I went down AGAIN to the Oceanside office and and became more persistent then I get an email from billing telling me they are unable to refund my $ 150
Seems a little unprofessional… I was really excited to join this place but if it was this difficult to get back $ 150 I can’t imagine $ 500…extremely disappointed!

Best decision I ever made! I absolutely love this place. The trainers and clients are all like 1 big happy family. We motivate, encourage, and support each other. I’ve never worked out harder or better at any other place.

I’m sooo thankful that I started getting Facebook messages showing THE CAMP TRANSFORMATION CENTER that was going to be opening in October 2015. Unfortunately, opening a new business in Oceanside can be delayed… EXCITED they opened in January.
Monday will be my 3^rd week in the 6 week Challenge. I have to say that the Trainers are AMAZING and supportive. I’ve met some amazing people that all have the same goals… getting fit and healthy.
I knew I was out of shape… I mean LOOK AT all of my reviews… I’M a FOODIE! I was shocked at some of the things I could NOT do… but, I LOOK forward to being able to do them in the future… because I CAN’T STOP… WON’T STOP!!!
I will be updating my review at the End of my 6 weeks and hoping I say– I’ve lost 20lbs and that I’m rolling over to another 6 week Challenge!!!
Cheers!