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January 2024 by Paia C.
Great Trainers. The stars given in this rating are for Jamie, Wyatt, Corrinda and Britney. High energy, super positive and love helping people even when they're grouchy. I appreciate their kindness and ability to keep me motivated during the workout. I even hit it off with a few members and looked forward to seeing them at our class. However::: The music is incredibly loud, even with ear plugs. If you find it a challenge to concentrate with loud music, you've been warned. They do not offer ear plugs. (Not when I was there anyways). There's no showers, no locker rooms. Shared cubbies on the workout floor seemed to be just fine for their programs. I had a week long freebie and then took the $190 plunge for a one month-to-month membership. The cost really bothered me. I spoke to many trainers and front desk folks about the cost being incredibly high and they all understood but that was it. There was a good membership sale which I almost signed up for: an 18 month contract (it was a much better monthly price at $120ish) but wised up after reading online about gym memberships about being notoriously insane to get out of once you sign. On their contract it says that if the business closes for any reason (including pandemics) but continue to offer online courses, you will not be let out of your contract. NOPE. I do not have a crystal ball and I find these kind of contracts unsettling. I had more clarifying questions, and the front desk person continued to tell me how much she LOVED seeing me and that I MADE the experience GREAT. I asked her to tone it down and be authentic, but she continued to express how much Burn LOVES me. Really? You don't even know me! This person I had seen twice and she did not tone it down when I asked her to. If you have disposable income and want to get your ass kicked and need childcare, this is a good fit for you. As a single person on a budget without a need for childcare, Burn was a rip-off. When I emailed to cancel my membership, I had a feeling i would run into problems, so I put a hold on my card. Its a good thing I did because it took them 5 days to reply, and the person who replied to my email was incredibly rude blaming me for "too late notice for canceling" and that I "was lucky he would not continue to run my card". Budgeted-buyer-beware. Also, why is it so expensive? I hope those trainers are making $150+/session because it is they who are the stars of the show.
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October 2023 by Melissa M.
I write this review not to hurt a business, but to let parents who might use child watch at burn boot camp know what kind of child care my son received there. A big part of what burn boot camp offers members is their child watch resource. I brought my son to my first workout with burn last month. My son just turned two and I am a stay at home mom and he has never once been in a daycare setting, only having been watched by his grandmas. As my son and I went into the first class/first childcare, my goal was to ease my son into it, daycare being a brand new setting for him. I got there early and had a conversation with the child watch staff and said that if he cries to please come get me so he can have a positive first time and get used to being there. I was specifically asked "how many minutes are you okay with him crying before we come get you?" I responded "zero. If he cries tears please come get me." Now I realize some parents subscribe to "crying it out" or the tough love perspective like "he needs to get used to it", and every parent has the right to make the choice of how they deem best to raise their kids, but that is not how my husband and I are raising our son. We are strong attachment parents, who offer support and love to our kid when he's afraid or sad. After the class the staff wanted to talk to me about signing up and I told them I wanted to check on my son first. I went back there to hear a child crying and the sounds were unfamiliar to me so I thought it wasn't my son. Once I came around the corner I saw my son red faced, writhing on a woman's lap. He was hyperventilating so hard he gagging and coughing. I asked how long he had been crying and she said "probably 5 minutes". I doubt he could get that worked up in 5 minutes, but if he did, I had requested to be fetched immediately if he got upset. What I saw in my son in that moment is a level of distress that I believe that if any child reached that point, regardless of the parents preference or "cry limit" they should have been fetched from the work out floor. As I left burn that morning I felt violated. I had trusted them with my child and they had directly went against my wishes and put my son through a scary and unnecessary experience. Now, regardless of whether or not the management at burn boot camp believe that kids need to "suck it up" so mom can work out, going against a mothers wishes in that setting is not good for their business. If a parent like me who subscribes to responsive parenting has a child who is deathly afraid of being left in the child watch room, that parent is not going to leave them there while they work out. The big draw about burn for me was their child watch, so if I'm not going to use that resource there are plenty of other gyms to pick from. Maybe my son never would have liked being left there even if I had had the chance to ease him into it, but burn boot camp didn't give me the opportunity to try. My son has a great memory and remembers how scared being at burn made him feel. Weeks after the event we were walking into petco which is located right next door and he got scared we were going to go into burn. I have never seen my son that upset and after the workout I got in the passenger side of my car, holding him as he sobbed and I cried a little too. It's so hard being a mom to a young toddler and when you put yourself out there to try new things like joining a gym and putting your child in child watch, you are making yourself vulnerable. I will never go back to burn after this experience. I told management briefly what had happened as I carried my son out of there that day, and then burn management and I played phone tag for a few days. Ultimately, whatever they have to say during a phone call doesn't change that my son and I had the experience we did. Management knows what happened so hopefully they can re train child watch staff according. I am now going to OrangeTheory and love it.
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October 2023 by Alexandra Gipson
I had watched from afar for years and finally decided to give Burn Bootcamp Corvallis a try and I am so glad I did! I was worried I would stick out like a sore thumb but everyone is so welcoming and supportive and there are people from all walks of life and abilities in every class which I love. Burn is quickly becoming part of my every day life.
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October 2023 by Kirstie Tokstad
Working out has been a journey for me with a lot of ups and downs, but joining Burn Boot Camp has given me that extra nudge I've been needing. The trainers take time with everyone, offering support and encouragement and pushing you to never give up. The workouts are hard in just the right ways and set up so that you can pick and chose what days to go, or just commit to going every day without the fear of burnout or fatigue. The community of men and women that have joined Burn are just as supportive - everyone is rooting for everyone. Lastly, the option of having child care has been a game changer. The child watch staff are kind and knowledgeable and put your mind at ease while you complete your workout. I'm impressed every day, and feel like I've accomplished something when I leave.
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October 2023 by Ben Arvey
The coaches are not prepared to help fat people. Went here a few years ago. When I needed a break because the exercise was too intense and my heart was racing over 200 bpm and I felt a burning pain in my chest, I was yelled at for not keeping up and not rejoining the exercise soon enough. I guess they thought I just had a motivational problem. I repeatedly tried to explain what was going on but the berating did not stop and I was not taken seriously. I can only conclude that this is a gym for skinny, fit, wealthy people and not for me. A qualified fitness coach would have understood my needs as soon as I mentioned my heart rate.
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October 2023 by Shauna Bateman
Locally owned. Such a wonderful group of positive, happy and encouraging people. They want you to succeed. They will help you on your journey. A great place to become stronger and happier! Thank you Burn Boot Camp Corvallis!!!
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October 2023 by joan gadsky
I know Burn Boot Camp Corvallis will and already is helping me become stronger and that’s what I really need! Thank you so much!! Burn is such a HAPPY and POSITIVE place to be!! I really enjoy my time there!
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October 2023 by Shauna B.
Thank you Burn Boot Camp Corvallis!! Thank you cheering us all on! Great instructing, assisting and training! Thank you for all your hard work so all we have to do is get there, show up, and you take it from there! Takes all the work out of working out.. well almost Thanks so much for keeping the wheels of motivation GOING!! I would never be as consistent or push myself the needed amount if it wasn't for you!
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October 2023 by Jacob Bumstead
I’ve been thoroughly impressed- the trainers do an amazing job of coaching the whole floor and focusing in to push you on specifics for your individual advancement! I’ve felt challenged to go further, push harder stay committed and have fun! They also focus on things outside the gym like rest, water, protein and nutrition that have been super helpful for me.
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September 2023 by Mags May
I absolutely love this place!! So welcoming to new people, inclusive with opportunities and coaching during class. Short yet challenging workouts that burn fat and build muscle with a variety of movements for all levels and stages of fitness! Come try it out! You won’t be disappointed
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July 2023 by Paul Kepshire
Don't get me wrong; It seems like a great place to work out at. My problem lies with the open doors/open noise policies that disturb my slumber around 5am. Being a tenant in the surrounding Timberhill Apartments area, I seek a measure of peace and tranquility (during the hours of dawn in which BBC operates) that would normally be afforded to any person holding a lease in the area. That being said; PERSONALLY, I don't enjoy being jolted out of a sound sleep with cries of, "Three! Two! One! C'mon y'all!""3, 2, 1...! I'm trying to sleep, guys and gals."
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June 2023 by Chapis 73
When i did the trial it felt great to be pushed to my limits and be a part of something big. However, it is very pricey. I spent about $1200 that year and the prices have gone up since. No longer a member. Staff was very friendly and made you feel important. Now, it seems like management has been taking steps in the wrong direction with this branch. It's overcrowded making working out a little difficult. It gets hard trying find the correct weight you need and not enough room to do burpees, etc. I wish they ficused more on form instead of pushing for fast, quick reps. Its easy to get yourself injured if you dont know what you're doing. Which staff tries to intervene during your workout to help out with form. But they cant get to everyone.They also got rid of late afternoon workouts. So if you have an office job that closes at 5-5:15pm. Theres no chance for you to make it to class unless you have time to go in the early AM or Saturday workout. You can hear the gossip amongst staff/management which should be kept quiet from the customers. It's just progressively going down hill and I don't think it's the staff's fault either--turn over rate has been increasing. Maybe the owner needs to brush up on leadership skills and less like a chismosa?But they do have great child care services for parents! Good luck on your fitness journey everyone!
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March 2023 by Nancy Reerslev
It is such a great workout! I feel pushed physically but have SO MUCH fun!! The instructors are always so kind and super helpful! All the different times are great for my changing schedule. I love it so much!
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March 2023 by Jennifer Ellingson
Burn Boot Camp Corvallis is awesome! The staff are helpful and friendly. The trainers are supportive and push you just the right amount. It’s a very inclusive and positive environment where you can get a great workout and have a lot of fun in the process. I love it! 5 stars all the way!
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February 2023 by Monee Johnston
Such a positive, uplifting environment and always an efficient effective workouts for all -wherever you're at in your fitness journey. Came back post baby #3 with my husband and we've been loving it! Def worth a good try :)
