Bootcamp Ireland were at Electric Picnic 2010 leading the way for 'Festival Fit'. We challenged all the Festival goers to 'Challenge the Instructors' and do a Bootcamp class as part of our 'Fit Brid? Fit Bloke?' campaig. Check out some of our top memories:
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Top Bootcamp Training Tips!
Written by Administrator
Tuesday, 07 September 2010 11:22
It is advisable not to eat at least 2-3 hours prior to training to avoid getting a stitch. Make sure to be well hydrated before your class and to have plenty of water with you during your class. Drinking water after your work out is as important as during, so don’t forget to drink plenty of water!
As the evenings get darker, make sure to wrap up well and wear appropriate clothing for your class. Breathable Layering is the key to training outdoors. Wear a few light layers and add or remove them as you need them.
We recommend wearing a base layer (a skin tight lycra based top available in all sports stores). Over this you can wear a sports top (Polyester is better as it wicks moisture away from the skin). Then at the end of the class, you can take off the wet outer layer and put on a dry one over the base layer for your journey home. The Base Layer will have wicked the moisture away from your skin so you won't feel a chill.
REMEMBER: Avoid clothing with high Cotton content as cotton holds on to moisture which will give you a chill.
Image: How wicking works with a base layer
Top Tips for Winter Training:
IF YOU HAVE ANY PHYSICAL REASON THAT YOU CANNOT EXERCISE, PLEASE INFORM AN INSTRUCTOR AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION BEFORE THE CLASS COMMENCES
ALWAYS WEAR HIGH VISIBILTY CLOTHING WHEN TRAINING IN DARK AREAS. AVOID WEARING DARK CLOTHING.
ALWAYS LEAVE YOUR TRAINING AREA WITH SOMEONE. NEVER LEAVE A LOCATION BY YOURSELF IF IT'S DARK.
ALWAYS EXERCISE AT YOUR OWN PACE
REMEMBER: IT’S NOT A COMPETITION AND EVERY MEMBER IS AT A DIFFERENT FITNESS LEVEL
IT’S MORE BENEFICIAL TO DO EACH EXERCISE CORRECTLY AND SLOWLY RATHER THAN INCORRECTLY AND QUICKLY!
WHEN RUNNING OR JOGGING - FIND A RHYTHM AND STICK TO IT. BREATH IN THROUGH THE NOSE FOR ONE SECOND AND BREATHE OUT FOR TWO WHEN RUNNING. FOCUS ON DEEP BREATHING AND AVOID SHALLOW BREATHING. MAKE SURE TO HOLD THE SHOULDERS BACK SO YOU ARE NOT RESTRICTING YOUR LUNGS.
WHEN DOING CIRCUITS, KEEP AN EYE OUT AT THE NEXT STATION FOR A REMINDER ON HOW TO DO IT
ALWAYS KEEP MOVING THROUGHOUT THE HOUR
WHEN EXERCISING - YOUR MIND WILL GIVE UP BEFORE YOUR BODY WILL!
IF YOU JOINED WITH A FRIEND, AVOID PARTNERING UP WITH THEM - GET TO KNOW OTHERS IN THE GROUP WHILE YOU'RE HERE
YOU WILL BE STIFF AFTER THE FIRST FEW CLASSES - BUT STRETCHING IT OUT AFTER EACH CLASS AND WHEN YOU GET HOME ALWAYS HELPS
AND FINALLY: HAVE FUN!
Bootcamp Ireland Sports Day Spectacular 2010
Written by Administrator
Friday, 13 August 2010 13:32
Bootcamp Ireland Sports Day Spectacular 2010 with Today FM in aid of Barretstown
Be part of Bootcamp Ireland history and join us for the inaugural Bootcamp Ireland Sports Day Spectacular at the RDS Dublin, on Saturday 18th September 2010!
Team Registration from 1pm. Click here to register a Team. Register early to avoid dissapointment.
Activities start from 2pm
Party kicks off from 8pm 'til late!
What's Happening?
We will have different Teams competing in Sporting Challenges like 'The Plank Off', 'Bootcampers V The Instructors', Obstacle Course, Limbo, Tug of War etc.
It will be a great day of fun challenges and games for everyone. Think of the three legged race, tug of war and an obstacle course...Army style!
It won't be as tough as your regular Bootcamp Class. We're all about the fun that day!
Invite everyone!
It's open for all, but Bootcampers in all locations: Dublin, Meath, Limerick, Clare and Cork. All Bootcampers get priority booking.
Feel free to invite all your friends and family, the more merrier.
Coming from outside of Dublin?
We know that our Bootcampers from outside Dublin are well keen to come and show off your fitness levels that you have built up over the last few sessions, so be sure to get your teams in order and get booking! We are really looking forward to meeting up with you all and hanging out for the day and night. If you are travelling to Dublin for this event, we will be organising a rate in a local hotel B&B for the Saturday night which will be perfect for your overnight stay.
How to Book
log on to your profile
click on 'Book & View my Events' and book in there.
Non Bootcampers simply need to do the same by creating a profile and booking in for the event via 'Book & View my Events'.
Teams
We will be asking you to make teams of 4 people (each team must include at least one girl). So, get a head start and get recruiting at your classes. It is €50 per team (all for Barretstown). Spaces for Teams are limited so get cracking! Click here to register a Team.
Each Team will need:
a Team Leader
a Team Name
and a theme! Make it fun. The Paparazzi will be on call, so get stuck in...it's for charity.
Don't fancy the challenges?:
No worries! We are encouraging everyone to get involve with the activities and join up with a Team, but you are also more than welcome to come along and spectate.
There'll be lots of other fun things going on while the Sports Challenges are happening so if you fancy just kicking back and having a few drinks that's cool too.
Entry is €5 at the door for those not taking part in the challenges.
(entry fee does not apply for those in a Team)
Shower and Changing facilities available for Men & Women
So if you are taking part in the Dublin Half Marathon that morning as part of the Bootcamp Running Series, you can use the showers too.
Food & Drink
There will be food vendors there on the day and there will be a bar open from the afternoon in to the wee hours with a DJ to dance the night away.
What to Wear
If your taking part in the Team Challenge Activities you will need your regular training gear.
a pair of trainers and socks
combats or whatever you have that's similar
Bootcamp T-shirt (if you have one) and a base layer depending on the weather
a dry top
A towel for afterwards
Casual gear for the party afterwards. Whatever you're comfortable in...leave the heels at home girls :)
Barretstown - Rebuilding Lives Affected by Childhood Cancer
This is a charity event so all proceeds will be going to Barretstown Children's Charity. We raised over €3,500 at our Christmas Party which put one child through a 10 day stay at the ranch this summer. We hope to match, if not beat that target.
Want to be a volunteer?
We are recruiting volunteers for the day, so if you think you have what it takes to help us out on the day and would like to donate your time for a great charity, then send us in (by email to
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) a pic of your self, along with a few lines on why you'd like to volunteer, and we will put you in the pot!
How to get there
Walk, jog, run, cycle, skate, fly or whatever tickles your fancy! There are many buses that pass through Ballsbridge and Donnybrook that are within easy reach of RDS Anglesea Grounds. The Sydney Parade DART Station is also close by. If you want to drive, paid parking is available at the RDS.
This is an over 18s only event.
Feel Good Breaks Competition Winners!
Written by Administrator
Thursday, 12 August 2010 09:35
Well done to our lucky 10 Bootcampers who won themselves a fantastic two day pamper retreat courtesy of feelgoodbreaks.ie
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The lucky winners got to spend a great and pampered time in the lap of luxury in a beautiful guesthouse, doing a Bootcamp Ireland session and learning about exercise, they were fed and watered, sleept soundly and then got up for a healthy breakfast in the countryside followed by a hike in the hills and then lunch.
The competiion comes courtsey of Feel Good Breaks to celebrate the start of our Greystones Bootcamp Ireland classes in Greystones RFC on Mon & Wed at 7pm.
Days activities include Bootcamp Session, Lunch, Healthy Eating Workshop, Massage treatments in the fabulous Rainforest Spa
Followed by dinner and chillaxing time!
Monday
Breakfast
Wicklow Hike
Lunch
Feedback time! (Open forum)
All participants must be available for the full duration of the event, and be physically able to take part in all activities.
We ask that you leave your mobile off while enjoying this event, to help ease the stresses of modern life away. You will also need to bring a change of clothes for your Bootcamp session and your hike, your evening meal, and your chill-out time. The hike will be approximately 2 hours. You will be finished and free to go by approximately 4pm on Monday.
Check out www.feelgoodbreaks.ie for information and ideas on breaks away just like this one!
Greystones Launch Mon. 16th Aug!
Written by Administrator
Monday, 09 August 2010 14:20
We are delighted to announce our arrival in Greystones! A fabulous turn out, despite the torrent of rain! But you all did really good and judging by your comments, had a great time! Keep it up now, and no time, you will see those results that will be the new you!
Classes: Mondays & Wednesdays at 7pm with a Bonus Saturday Class at 10.30am in the small park in Greystones Village just across the road from the DART Station.
Where: Greystones RFC
Book in:
All you need to do to book in is create a Profile on our webiste, click "Book & View My Sessions" and register for the Two Week Trial or for the full Eight Week Session!
2 Week Summer Trial in Greystones:
To celebrate our arrival in Wicklow, we're kicking off with a Two Week Summer Trial for €35 to give people a taster for Bootcamp Ireland. When you are finished your 2 week trial, just pay the balance of 115e, to complete your 8 week session!
If you have any friends and family down or around that neck of the woods, please feel free to pass on this email. They can book in by registering a profile on www.bootcampireland.com and booking in that way. Following the two week trial our classes will continue on and we will be there all Winter.
If you've been referred to Bootcamp Ireland by an existing Member, you can get them a discount off their next Eight Week Session by saving them as a refrral on your profile.
New 8 Week Session Launched!
Written by Administrator
Wednesday, 04 August 2010 16:05
Hi guys,
We're at it again, another video! You can book in for your class by logging on to your profile and bootcampireland.com and clicking 'Book & View my Sessions'.
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Start Dates:
Phoenix Park: Monday 16th August
Herbert Park: Monday 16th August
Sandymount Beach/Sean Moore Park: Monday 16th August
Bushy Park Mid Morning Classes: Tuesday 17th August
Bushy Park 7.30pm: Tuesday 17th August
Terenure College: Tuesday 17th August
Cabinteely Park: Tuesday 17th August
Castleknock College: Tuesday 17th August
St. Anne's Park/Dollymount Strand: Tuesday 17th August
Running Series Workshop: Focus on Nutrition, Tuesday August 10th at 6.15pm in Basecamp Ireland on Abbey Street. All Bootcampers are welcome to come along to this free of charge event! We will cover areas such as Nutrition, Common Injuries & Motivation. It will be an informal workshop with opportunities to ask questions of the experts. This workshop will be hugely beneficial to ALL Bootcampers and will address areas of concern that you have brought up.
This workshop is part of our Bootcamp Running Series Program, it is designed to help inform you on how to treat and prepare your body to the best of your ability in order to help you reach your goals in Bootcamp and beyond! Here's a list of who'll be there on the evening:
Janine Hardy, Nutritionist
Kevin O'Toole, Physical Therapist (available for questions)
Catherina McKeirnan, One of the worlds leading female athletes in the marathon and cross-countryrunning
Chris Caulfield & Paul Mahon (Adventure Racing)
Jamile Siddike, former Bootcamper
The workshop will take place on the first floor of the Basecamp Ireland store, there will be a 10% discount for Bootcampers in the store from 6.15 7.15. Their staff will also recommend the best gear for Bootcamp classes or any events that you have coming up. The store is located on Abbey St beside the red Luas line, the best way to travel is by foot, bike or public transport. There is paid parking available in Arnotts Shopping centre.
Afterwards
We will head to The Lotts bar afterwards for a quickie, if you fancy joining us. Some of the speakers will be there if you want to ask them any questions.
How to book?
To book in for the event, please log in to your Bootcamp Ireland account here and book in under "Book & View my Events". Places will fill up fast, so please book in to secure your place. We cannot guarantee you will get in, if you are not booked in. It's first come, first serve on the bookings.
What about my class?
If you train on the Tuesday evening, you are welcome to come along to another class that week, or the week after to help make it up, or just simply attend the Saturday class. If you want to catch up with another mid week class, please let us know what location you would like to attend instead orfyour usual, and when, so we can book you in to that class. Call (01) 234 3797 on the day you want to train.
The Workshop will run from 7.15pm sharp, so we will need you all to be there on time so we can get through each section, so if you want to get in some shopping in Basecamp before hand, make sure to get there on time!
Cheers,
Lorraine
Check out our 'Video Baby'!
Written by Administrator
Wednesday, 28 July 2010 00:00
It's been a long time coming...but here it is! Our first proper (home made so don't be mean) Bootcamp Ireland Event Video!
We had a great day out in the Phoenix Park back in April warming up the 13,000 strong crowd! We were delighted to be joined by running legends Sonia O'Sullivan and Eamon Coughlan. It was great to see so many Bootcampers there as part of the Bootcamp Running Series! We had great fun and it was great to welcome so many of you to our warm down area with our Bootcamp Physios and Instructors for the all important warm down. Well done to all of you who took part...what a great acheivement!
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City Deal Offer
Written by Administrator
Monday, 12 July 2010 13:20
Got yourself a citydeal voucher? If so, read on...
As you will be aware, your Voucher entitles you to start our new Eight Week Session starting from August 16th. You are free to join us in any of the following locations:
Start Dates:
Sandmount Beach/Sean Moore Park: Monday 16th August
Terenure College: Tuesday 17th August
Cabinteely Park: Tuesday 17th August
Castlekncok College: Tuesday 17th August
St. Anne's Park/Dollymount Strand: Tuesday 17th August
Marlay Park: Wednesday 18th August
Grand Canal Dock: Wednesday 18th August
Fairview Park: Wednesday 18th August
Killiney Hill: Thursday 19th August
Please note: These classes are not yet open for bookings. Please register your details with us so we can email you when the classes are open for bookings.
How do I register?
Just create a profile on our website. Then click on “Book & View my Sessions”, click on the drop down Menu and select "Email me when the August Sessions are open for bookings". As soon as you've done this we'll email you when the classes are open for bookings and you can book in for one of the above classes.
How to Join us NOW:
The offer on CityDeal was for an Eight Week Session starting from 16th August 2010. However some people want to get cracking as soon as they can. If you like, we can arrange that for you.
Joining us now you'll have missed three weeks of this session, so you'd be getting the offer for 5 weeks and for the three weeks you've missed of this current session we'd give you a complemenatry €20 Vouchcer to use as credit towards your next eight week session. We'll also throw in a Free Pass for a friend to try a class.
It would be best to wait until August and get Eight Weeks as the deal offered, but no problems if you're eager to get fit as soon as possible... in fact, we admire your enthusiasm!
By joining us mid-session you use the CityDeal Voucher you purchased
We’ll give you back a complementary €20 Voucher and a Bonus Free Pass to give to a friend to try a class.
You can then use this €20 Voucher as credit towards the fee of your next Eight Week Bootcamp Session(€150).
You are also able catch up on the classes you have missed by going along to the Bonus Saturday Classes; so that way, you never miss out!
If you want to do this just create a profile on our website at www.bootcampireland.com Then all you have to do is click on “Book & View my Sessions”, click on the drop down Menu and select your Bootcamp Class Location and Time. All you need at your First Class is your CityDeal Voucher and completed Waiver Form which will be emailed to you when you book in. But please note, places are limited, however we will do our best to get you training in the location you prefer. THIS OFFER IS NOT VALID FOR HERBERT PARK, BUSHY PARK OR PHOENIX PARK.
Bootcamp Running Series
Written by Lorraine Ho
Thursday, 01 July 2010 05:56
Our Running Series that starting in Jan of this year is in full swing! We have had over 700 Bootcampers take part in events as part of our Running Series, so far this year. Most of whom have never taken part in the likes of them before. They are a mix of fun runs, 10kms, half marathons, Adventure Challenges and more!
Don't forget to check out what other events we have included in our Running Series Program, and check out how you can earn points and collect your Bootcamp Running Technical tshirt!
Don't forget, anyone doing the Adventure Challenges on offer, or may be interested in this type of event, should think about coming along to our Adventure Training Weekend, July 17th. Places still available.
NEWS
As the evenings get darker, make sure to wrap up well and wear appropriate clothing for your class. Breathable Layering is the key to training outdoors. Wear a few light layers and add or remove them as you need them. 
