Fitness and Fun Boot Camp

First, let me say that I love this Gym!!! Six months ago, my daughter and I decided that it was time we needed to loose weight. I also wanted for my daughter to gain self esteem (#1 reason for joining). I came across FFTC by researching and was amazed with the before and after pictures. The 4:00am class was perfect for me as I’m always busy with my schedule. Armando is an awesome coach and motivator that truly cares about you. Since we’ve joined, not only has our relationship been better, my daughter has gained so much confidence in herself that her shyness is going away steadily. She’s more happier, getting better grades, looks forward to going out (had to drag her out of the house). I’m extremely satisfied with the life changes that we’ve gained by coming to this gym that I truly highly recommend. Me, I’ve lost 40 lbs and couldn’t be happier. The energy I get throughout the day is awesome!!! Thank you Armando, Ron, Jessica. You guys are the best!!! And believe me, you’ll be hooked coming to this gym, feels like a second home!!!

If you are looking for a good place to work out and have fun doing it, this is the place! I just attended last Friday 1÷29÷16 Glow in the Dark Fundraiser for Children with Cancer. It was amazing. While raising money for a good cause they were motivating and encouraging everyone else to live a healthy positive life and having fun doing it!
Armando and his team are absolutely wonderful!

I have been attending this place for last 8 months (somewhat of 6month — took a small break in between) and have been please with my results. I lost weight but gained muscle! whooohooo! Furthermore, I love the people around me — some are inspirational while other just push you to work harder.
I have enjoyed all the trainers, sadly (in a good way), they know when I am being lazy and tend to push me to do better! hehe. Sometimes, they even tell me alternate exercises as they know that 99% of the time I go all out on my workout. soooo … thank you. Armando, Jennifer, Julia and Ro
I am happy. my wife is happy. my doctor is happy and now, people in my office are joining!

Love this place! Armando and the coaches are awesome! I have done other boot camps but this has been my best experience by far. I started during the summer and I look forward to going every day. The entire team truly cares about you. It’s great for any level of fitness.

The best motivation. It changed my life … you feel great, meet new friendly people, a lot fun and a great workout.. my wife and I did it. Thanks Armando !! 5 staaaaaaars.

Fitness And Fun Boot Camp is wonderful. I’ m having a great experience, meeting new people, and getting my butt kicked (in a good way). You’ll never regret your decision to improving your health by coming to FFTC. The coaches are supportive and the diverse group of people are very nice and encouraging. The classes are fun, challenging, and fit within my crazy school schedule and since you can go unlimited times I can stay consistently working out. I’m really enjoying Fitness and Fun sooo much that I guess their stuck with me for a while.

Armando, Jessica And all the trainers are awesome, finally found a place where I feel comfortable working out, Armando truly pays attention to each and everyone to get you the best results possible, definitely recommend this place!!!

HONESTLY as good as it gets. We first found FFTC because my then-​fiancée was worried about being fat on our wedding day. So we looked around on Unilocal,found the 6-​week Transoformers program, and decided to give this place a shot, mainly because we saw pictures of before-​and-​after pictures of others and how much weight they’d lost. My wife lost 20 lbs. on the program, and I lost 15 pounds myself (198 to 177, AND gained 10 lbs of muscle). The 4am class was perfect for our schedules, and although we’ve only gone to the optional boot camp classes 1 – 2 times, it’s good to know that the option exists if we want that extra burn. On top of the workouts (Ron, Miranda, and the rest of the trainers are awesome), Armando’s Facebook group updates and private messages are great and kept us motivated to keep going. His nutrition guidance also helped us lose those extra pounds– and even reminded us to stay away from the sugar! If I could, I’d give FFTC 6 stars. Thanks Mando!

Where to begin. I love FFTC! It has literally changed my life! I’ll be honest, I wasn’t sure if it was possible for this place to be so amazing, but I’m so GLAD i found it. I went to the orientation and felt so motivated right then and there. Armando and Jessica were so friendly, and not just then, but the WHOLE staff is friendly everyday! After completing my first six weeks, I lost inches and 22 pounds! And to think I wouldn’t be able to do that, pssh who am I kidding ANYONE can do it! I haven’t felt so energized and good and not only that, but fitting into old jeans that I couldn’t wear before is so rewarding! It’s not hard at all and with the help of the coaches and how they truly do care is what means the most! The workouts are great! They do kick your butt, but they are fun and everyone is so positive and giving each other high fives to motivate one another. I have continued to go here and have lost a total of 35 pounds in a matter of four months and I will not stop! For those of you reading this, stop and sign up now! I promise you this is something you will not regret. :)

Boot camp, whoa! At first, I didn’t believe that it was possible but this wonderful place has me traveling on an incredible new journey of great health and fitness. Trainers Armando, Jessica, Jen, Julia, Ron, Mando, Miranda and Carolyn have all, in their own unique way, encouraged and inspired me to be better each day. And my fellow 5:00 AM campers (you know who you are) they are the best support team anyone can ask for. There are no gimmicks or tricks… only positive reinforcement and personal connections to help keep you on track to reach your fitness/​health goals. Oh yeah… I lost 25 pounds in 12 weeks and have never felt better. Give FFBC a few weeks and an honest try and I’m positive that you’ll exceed your own expectations, make a few good friends along way, and hopefully you too can pay it forward by inspiring others to try FFBC or the other great programs that they offer here.

First, let me start by saying that I’m absolutely sure this place is great and wonderful, as all other reviews mentioned. BUT, that does not take away from the awful experience I had with whatever rude lady happened to pick up the phone when I called. That conversation went something like this:
«Hello?»
“Yes. Hi, is this the fun and fitness boot camp (wasn’t sure of the name)?”
«Yep.»
“Hi! Well I was interested in learning more about what you guys do. I’m interested in joining. I was on Groupon and — «
“Oh. You know what? You’ve reached an answering machine service. I can’t help you after all.»
«…so you can’t answer any of my questions… at all?»
«Afraid not. Nope»
«Ok that would’ve been something to mention before I started. And you didn’t have to cut me off.»
«Ok so if you want to leave your number, I can probably have somebody call you back.»
And here I am… over a month later… with no phone call. So like I said, the place is probably great or whatever, but definitely not for me if that’s how they treat potential customers. Wish I could’ve gotten her name. But she was pretty awful so I’m sure you’ll know her if you have the same experience. Would give zero stars if I could!

I just completed the 6 Week Transformation Training and it was amazing. So great that I am doing a 3 Week fat buster. Armando and all the amazing coaches are first class. They care for each one of us who are there to sweat, loose weight and be better. They make sure we are pushing ourselves in a smart and safe way. Each work out is new and challenging and FUN. The group environment fuels a lil competitive edge which pushes you to do your best and makes you look forward to every workout. Everyone is on the same path and Armando and coaches create an atmosphere of Teamwork and determination. LOVE LOVE LOVE FFTC

Well this review is long overdue. Armando has expanded so much from when I started going. FFBC changed my life. Sounds corny, but its true. I lost 26 lbs in 10 weeks, working out about 3xs/​week, and following all his advice. My husband had been going as well and lost about 46 lbs. This was before the 6 week challenge program so I could only imagine how much we would have lost then. I usually had Armando and/​or Julia teaching the class. They really kick your butt! I’ll never forget the first day, Armando said I was blue lol. I almost called in sick to work the next day because I was so sore. It was all worth it tho when those «skinny» jeans I had been saving turned out to be too big! :) I must say DO NOT miss out on Orientation, it is so important!
I love this gym! The energy, the encouragement, class is always fun, and the results speak for themselves! I like how Armando always has a little something to say, whether its for motivation in exercising or life in general, it’s always encouraging. I can’t wait to go back and see what’s new.
«If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.» ;)

I signed up for bootcamp to get in shape for my upcoming wedding in June. I’m new to LA so I didn’t know where to go and saw a groupon so decided to give it a shot. I feel so lucky to have found Fitness and Fun Bootcamp!
I’ve been going for 5 weeks now and have seen amazing results. I love the positive energy and encouraging coaches and feel inspired daily by the people I see everyday who work so hard on improving their health and bodies.
I typically go to the fit kids gymnastics location with Julia on the weekdays, and I love it! The soft bouncy floor makes burpies a lot easier to do. On Saturdays, I go to the PCH location where they have some great equipment and a parking lot where you can run laps. Both Julia and Armando are awesome coaches — warm, encouraging, positive, but they also know how to kick your butt and whip you into shape.
I highly recommend this bootcamp: whether you’re trying to get in shape for a wedding like me, getting in shape for the summer, or just want a place to work out regularly where the work outs are always diverse and really push you… this is the place to be in the south bay!

First of all, it is not surprising that there are a bunch of five star reviews here. This is an absolute gem of a place. As with all of my reviews you don’t get five stars unless you are excellent AND you show me something I’ve never seen or thought of before.
This is the no-​nonsense, hardcore workout that gives the best of all worlds. You have the motivation of group workouts which is about as close as anyone can get to a ‘nice drill segeant’, plus the ability to do most everything at your own pace. All that, plus an incredible ability to mix up the régime so that it never becomes boringly repetitive.
I would guess that there are about 50 different exercises that you master, and on any day you will rotate through a good 20 — 30 of them in a fast-​paced one hour workout. They are strength building, fat burning and aerobic combinations of calisthenics and weight training.
My profile is like this. I was a very athletic young man who basically stopped all workouts when I turned 32. That’s what moving to Boston does to us dudes from So Cal. I’ve done a good deal of walking and kept good posture and flexibility, but I still put on 40 pounds in 20 years. Now I’m an empty nester and it’s time to get back in shape. It took me exactly one session to know that this was the kind of workout I really needed. And it kicks my butt every time.
You will reach your limit every day, but you will persist. When you finish the workout, you’ll be glad you survived. You’ll be sore and sweaty but you will know without a doubt that you haven’t done some cheesy new age feel good fakeout. You’ve done a real serious workout. No joke.
I’ve done business travel and watched all the infomercials in my hotels and just winced looking at those silly people in P90X and Insane and everything else just thinking, yeah I want the results but those people are ridiculous. This workout is every bit as challenging and you absolutely will feel the results after 5 sessions. I know my body and it’s coming back, and I never feel ridiculous.
There is a broad level of fitness in this gym. And there are men and women (more women) of all body shapes and sizes. How Armando has managed to pull this off is a testament to his and his staff’s professionalism and experience.
I have been going three times a week for about 8 weeks now and can confidently say that in about 8 more weeks I’ll be able to approach the Navy Seals workout. I’ve dropped about 8 pounds which doesn’t sound like much but I’m sure I’ve put on muscle. I’m doing way more situps and pushups than I thought would be possible and feeling all sorts of new muscle groups develop.
Most notably is that after thee weeks I was to the point where I felt more energy and wanted to do more regular exercisy things. So I went to the Culver City Steps and got to the top. Having done so in about 12 minutes, I was like, OK that’s nothing compared to what I do at boot camp. So that was a freaky experience. Now my waist has gone from 36 to 34 and I have to buy new pants, and some of my old (old) pants are fitting again. I’m almost to the point where I actually want to wear my shirts tucked in. That’s just awesome.
This place has got the right spirit, the right discipline and the right attitude, and of course the right program. High five your partner!

This place is the best! Everyone makes you feel welcomed and everyone is just very nice! I have made new friends. This place changed my life! For years I struggled with losing weight. I didn’t even believe in myself until I came here. The coaches believed in me before I believed in myself! I joined this gym thinking that once again I was going to give up and quit! I thought that once again I was going to fail! Armando helps me stay motivated and encourages me to try even harder. I can’t say enough of how much I love coming here to workout. I look forward to my workouts every day! Best of all they have the best schedules!!! Couldn’t have done it if it wasn’t for that 4am class!!!

When I stumbled upon FFTC, I was just looking for a 4 week change of pace workout. What I found was so much more. I found a place with new and creative ways to exercise and push folks to their limits while also teaching proper technique and safety. I found a place with various convenient class times to accommodate all schedules. Most of all, I found a great support system in the folks I train with. They have become my family and my motivation to strive for goals that I thought were out of reach.
I have been with FFTC for about 2 years now. I am down 20lbs and 4 inches off my waist. My fitness level is at an all time high. If you want to just go through the motions with your workout, this may not be the place for you. If you want to change your life, workout routine, eating habits, and gain lifelong friendships, let Armando and his staff help you! Can’t stop, won’t stop!

I love, love, love this gym and can’t say enough good things about it. My 15 year old daughter and I joined 2 months ago to take the boot camp classes. We were so pumped after meeting Armando in the orientation. Armando and his coaches are truly committed to the success of each and every member.
From the moment we took our first class, we have felt motivated and supported by the coaches and other members. It’s a family environment where each class has participants at a variety of levels. Everyone is super supportive.
There are things I can do today that I couldn’t do 2 months ago. If you’re thinking about joining this gym, stop thinking about it and JUST DO IT! You will not regret it.

Fitness and Fun Boot Camp has changed my life. It not only got me in the best shape of my life but made everything in my life better; I’ve become a more positive person and more active and energetic.
I never was that «fitness guy» but now I’m addicted to coming to class everyday because there is such a positive environment that Armando and his team have created. I even won the SPARTAN CHALLENGE!!!
Both my wife and I have made many life-​long friends and miss it when we don’t go. If you’re tired of not getting results, check out FFBC!!! You won’t be sorry!

This is by far the best gym around! The transformation program is literally life changing! In a short 3 months I have lost 40+ pounds and couldn’t be any happier! The workouts are different everyday and of course they’re so much fun!
Armando and Jessica and all the other coaches really care about each and everyone of their clients, they are motivating energetic, and always positive! Joining this gym by far is one of the best decisions I have ever made for myself and my health! I strongly recommend for everyone to come check it out!