35-Minute Boot Camps

I luv this place! Nice and friendly instructors BTW Dave is great! Great workout all in 35 minutes which, is fabulous! I def would recommend this place!

I really enjoyed going in the beginning, but I feel like this gym is having a bit of an identity crisis. I could be wrong, but it seems as through their primary customers take the bootcamp classes. However, instead of trying to improve those classes (or even just buying new mats or sweeping the floor) they are more focused on starting random initiatives, such as ninja classes? parkour? rock climbing wall? Member of the month that lasted just that… a month?
The workouts CAN be great, but aren’t always and they are pretty inconsistent. This place was great when you would show up and the instructors were enthusiastic and came prepared with a workout written down (Sonny and Cici — wish they were still there). I felt like I got a better workout when this gym was in the temporary space, which is half the size of the current space. Now it seems like most instructors (not all) would rather be someplace else and just yell out random exercises for you to do with no rhyme or reason. It is very frustrating when an instructor is late for a morning class, so another instructor who is present starts the class, and then the scheduled instructor shows up all flustered and yells for us to take a lap in the parking lot, interrupting the workout we started, just because he is unprepared.
The place is also pretty dirty. Those mats have GOT TO GO. Although, I have seen them mopping the floor… twice. I stopped going and I know some of the people I have referred have stopped going as well.
I really wish nothing but the best of luck for Dave and the business, but I do think he needs to really focus on the bootcamp classes, as it seems like those are what have helped get him to where he is today.

I moved to Hoboken last year and a friend recommended 35 minute bootcamp. It was really great at first but it’s gone downhill. First of all, the place is pretty dirty and for the price it really should be a nicer gym. The instructors are okay but for a 35 minute workout to be effective you need a really good instructor. The only person worth going to here is Cristina. My husband and I would specifically only go to Cristina’s classes and over the past few months she’s been teaching less and less classes. I think Dave is the owner and he seems super uninterested. Maybe this is just a hobby for him and not his primary business? Either way, you’re better off spending money at another gym in Hoboken. My friends who recommended it don’t even go anymore.

I’ve had some of the best workouts here. The space isn’t fancy or typical of the boutiques you’ll find in Hoboken by any means but the instructors will kick your butt. Most workouts incorporate body weight exercises, free weights, TRX and kettle bells. Prior to 35MBC I was a true cardio queen, so mixing up my fitness routine has helped me see results and get into better shape. If you are looking to change up your workouts, or you’re «that person» who wanders around the weights section post cardio, I really recommend it.

The classes are good work out and fun! Every coach has their own style and they mix the routines through out the 35 minute class. Even though all the classes are fun — I especially like classes by coaches: Christina, Alicia and Corey.
Only one thing I don’t like is the schedules. The last class on most weekdays is at 740pm and 1020am on weekends. If they could add more classes on weekends later in the day it would be great.

Love the amount of cardio I get in a short amount of time, I get in and get out and continue to see results even after coming for 3 years!

35 MBC gives an amazing full body workout in a really short period of time! Each instructor has his own style and no two workouts are the same. Give this a shot, your only regret will be not starting sooner!

I’ve been inactive for about 2 years; so I was naturally anxious joining any gym. 35 minute bootcamp offered a Free 5 Day Trial. I completed the trial and signed up right away. I love the energy and dynamics of the gym. It’s intimate. The instructors are nice and patient. It feels like a family. That’s important for someone battling depression and trying to get back on track. The classes are high energy and effective. Instead of spending 2 hours in a gym like I use to; I can get an effective quick workout in 35 minutes. Also their boxing program is off the chain. I love this place.

I had been to a couple other ‘boot camp’ gyms and classes before elsewhere, and really enjoyed them. I signed up for 35-​Minute Boot camp as it was close to work. I went to my first class and ended up spraining a disc in my lower back. The instructor did not ask who was new, did not educate on any of the moves, nor correct anyone’s form.
Offer a beginners class for new people to your gym, so they can learn all the basic moves and the names for them. Have the instructors do at least a few of the moves with the class so there is a reference. Have the instructor correct forms so members don’t hurt themselves. Isn’t that what the instructors are for? I can watch a Boot Camp video at home for much much cheaper.
To add insult to injury, literally, I called to cancel and was told that my membership would be canceled, but that I needed to pay for the next month still. Fine, I get it that’s fair. That payment happened, but then I was billed again the following month, I went in again and was told that they would, again cancel the membership, but I wouldn’t get that money back. Not okay, and I still couldn’t work out and had spent $ 600 on a Chiropractor at this point. This visit hey informed me I had to cancel online. Why was I not told that in the beginning! They said they would take care of it for me. Now, AGAIN this month another charge!
Terrible company ethics, poor instructors, and I regret ever signing up. 35-​Minute Boot Camp is just another scam chain style gym.

This is a very energetic and involved workout primarily focusing on core strength increase. This is not like the regular boot camp where you need to be extra fit to even go through the training. This is best because everyone can go at their own pace and get the best out of the exercise.
This is ideal for beginners and intermediate people who are looking to improve their core strength.
The trainers are all very friendly and knowledgeable. The regimes are varied throughout the week so that we get a complete body workout.

I hate the feeling of being a gym rat so the fact that the classes are a 35 minute full body workout really appealed to me. No class is the same so your muscles are constantly being challenged. It’s 35 minutes of sweat and shaking muscles. I am very excited to have found them!

When I think of «boot camp,» I think of a drill sergeant-​type, standing over me, yelling repetitious drills, (similar to Richard Gere’s drill sergeant in an Officer and a Gentleman).
That’s not the case, at least not at 35-​minute Boot Camps! I would describe the classes more like group, personal training sessions. The coaches are motivational, friendly, and knowledgeable. Each day, and sometimes class, are different. The coaches may even ask for suggestions and create the class spontaneously. Or they know the majority of you are sore from the 100 lunges the day before (yes, that’s not an exaggeration, you will sometimes do 100+ lunges in one class) and focus on cardio endurance and core exercises. Their coaching technique allows you to work at your level and with consistency, you see results! Your flexibility, endurance and strength improve along with the shape of your body. Your confidence increases not just because you are receiving compliments on your hot bod but because you now have an «I can do anything» attitude. You know while most of the neighborhood was sleeping, you were flipping a tractor tire up and down the block. Coach Dave is always thinking of new, innovative ways to workout and buying new equipment and toys. He also shares in his passion of wellness and hosts classes on weekends with different fitness gurus and trainers.
Maybe the best thing going for this gym and part of why I was able to stick to consistently attending class is that you feel welcome and it’s not intimidating. If you’re a beginner, you are welcome and will be able to complete the class as well as the fit person next to you. If you are a marathon runner, looking to add some diversity to your workout routine, you will be challenged. You will be that good-​kind-​of-​sore after leaving Coach Dave and his team.
What I love most is that the class is only 35 minutes. Just when you think you can’t do another burpee, class is magically over. It’s a beautiful thing.

I have gone to a 35-​minute boot camp class about 7 or 8 times now and my first few experiences have been great! It is a very relaxed atmosphere (aside from the whole bootcamp, working out thing…) and the instructors are friendly and do not intimidate you. I am somewhat athletic but have been working full time for a year now so I am somewhat out of shape. These classes have definitely inspired me to get back to it. I’ve already started to feel stronger and more confident by only just a few classes. Great Hoboken spot!

I love this gym. I got to a point where doing my own routine of cardio or weights was just NOT working out for me. I would get bored, I’d lose motivation… I just had no interest in spending any more time on the elliptical or treadmill or milling around free weights or weight machines. I probably went to the gym 20 times in 2013. THEN, this past February I found the groupon for 35 minute bootcamp and figured why not?!
They offer a 5:15am class which was a huge selling point, but I desperately needed to start working out again. I started off 2 days a week and once the groupon expired, quickly purchased a monthly membership and now try to attend 3 – 5 days. I love that every day is something different. I love that we are mixing weights with cardio with body weight exercises. I love that I more than break a sweat and can feel muscles working that I didn’t know existed. The group setting is also great because it pushes you to work hard and improve each day.
My only suggestion, to a couple of points below, is that instructors should critique and advise on correct form more often (some do automatically, all will if you ask).
I am so happy that I found this gym and it really does feel like a little family, well as Dave says a #fitfam.

It was just okay. The instructors were encouraging and friendly, but classes were far too crowded and there was minimal instruction as to correct form. The focus seemed to be on doing as many reps as you could, without attention to whether you were actually doing the exercise correctly.

Absolutely horrendous. I walk in as a new student, and I’m searching around for anyone who could possible be in charge, as all I see are a bunch of people sitting around chatting. Finally one of these people stands up and begins speaking the «warm up». No hellos, no asking who is new, no intros at all. I was taking the class as a free trial week, but whether I had a membership, paid classes or whatever did not matter at all and I could have just walked in for free regardless as no one was signing people in or asking names or info at all. What we were doing was written out on a whiteboard and this «instructor» (who looked more like a 16 year old boy who does nothing but sit at home and play video games) proceeded to just read what was written. No mentioning of form or proper safety cues. No assistance for people who are clearly struggling and lagging behind. No advisement on proper weight amounts or even how to do the movements. From what I could tell they were paying some random kid off the street to come in, read a white board and occasionally clap and say in a soft monotone voice «keep going guys». I was considering quitting my crossfit gym to start coming here, but I honestly would never come back. I don’t know if I just got a bad instructor and perhaps there are some better ones, but at this point I’m not even willing to try.

Love this place! Whatever your fitness goal u can make it happen here because you pick your pace and weights etc. And everyones really nice and encouraging! Also you can usually catch a good price during one of their frequent sales.

I was originally looking for a Crossfit gym, as I’d heard good things about them. I then visited a local Crossfit and the workout involved more Olympic-​style weight lifting (barbell squatting, power cleans, etc.) and less cardio than I preferred. I wanted to get strong but also lean/​cut.
Enter Hoboken «35 Minute» Boot Camps, which was referred by a friend. This fitness gym does have elements of a Crossfit style workout (high intensity, fat-​burning tempo) but rejects the heavy weight lifting in exchange for more cardio, calisthenics, and bodyweight exercises, all of which seem designed to encourage leaner body mass. I was also pleased with the diversity of attendees: equal mixture of men and women, younger and older.
This fitness training has been transformative. I’ve lost 70 pounds, 8 inches off my waist, and reduced body fat from 28% down to 17%. I feel lighter on my feet, don’t get winded up a flight of stairs, and have improved posture, core strength and stamina. I also have more energy throughout the day.
That said, one must invest appropriate time and effort. I attend five days a week and push myself hard each time. The people who only go once or twice per week do not see results. The people who show up and cheat themselves (do fewer reps than requested, cut corners on doing the full range of motion, etc.) do not see results.
The trainers (Dave, Jackie, Mike, and David) are outstanding. The students who show up and act super-​introverted will not get much attention from the trainers. But when you make it clear to them that you are open to their feedback, they will push you to your fullest potential.
I’ve also formed solid friendships among the Hoboken Boot Camps community.
In short, you get out what you put in.