Questions and Answers
Anyone know if there are public bathrooms at or near the start location?
Also what kind of shoes do you wear for this? Running shoes?
Jennifer, you can see the full schedule: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/home.asp
Looks like they have 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM, plus later mornings on Saturdays.
Do you think the Groupon applies to the Central Park class as well?
The groupon can be used for any classes – both central park and on the brooklyn bridge.
Please wear running sneakers so you have some good support.
You can use the bathroom at Starbucks – there are two by City Hall Park and there are also several gyms in the area (NYSC, Equinox).
The fine print doesn’t state a purchase limit for personal or gift use, is there one? Could I buy more than one for myself? Thanks!
Great question! I’d love to buy this for my sister so she can do oit with me! Ariane, please let us know!
I am just starting to get back into running and have been doing so for about 40 minutes every day. How behind will I be for these classes: should I buy the groupon and wait until I’m able to do more to be ready for the boot camp?
Ariane from the Brooklyn Bridge Boot Camp:
Buy as many as you want and get your friends’ butt kicked also.
You have 3 months to use the groupon after you take your first class.
Audrey: If you can run comfortably for 5 minutes you’ll have no trouble doing the class. We’ll do sprints and other drills that will improve your running performance very quickly. Expect to see a difference after 4-5 sessions.
Once you buy the sessions, do you need to register/sign-up before each class, or do you just show up?
When do you have to use your first session by? The website didn’t show an expiration date…can you use it in 2010?
Based on the discussion above, says you have 3 months from your first class..but not sure how long you can wait to start.
I’m sorry this has sort of already been answered, but just to be clear, can we buy multiple groupons for use by the same person? Can I buy two for just myself?
Thanks!
Ariane from the Brooklyn Bridge Boot Camp:
The groupon is good for a full year (expiration date is 10/5/2010), so you can start anytime. After you take your first class you have 3 months to use them all. HOWEVER, the faster you start, the faster your body will thank you! :-)
Ariane from the Brooklyn Bridge Boot Camp:
Susan, you can buy as many as you like.
My friend and I want to join, but we have not worked out since the 9th grade :>)
Is this class ok for people who are beginners?
OK, so we can buy as many groupons as we like for ourselves, BUT do we have the use the five classes within the same week? (The schedule isn’t up on the website so I don’t know if there are sessions or just single classes?)
Also, when are the classes? On the mindbodyonline website it just says “no scheduled classes or training sessions” for the brooklyn boot camp.
OK, so I’m in shape…ROUND IS A SHAPE!!! ;o) Ok, seriously tho…I do NEED this class but I know for sure that I will not be able to do well in the beginning (Took a boot camp class once before in Seattle and LOVED IT…was in a lot better shape at that time)….Ariane, do you reccomend a class for TOTAL beginners who have not worked out recently or do you deal with all levels at each class? Also, how many classes do you reccoment per week? Do you train through the winter???? If not, when are you breaks? Any other info that you can give for a scared beginner? THANKS! =)
Evelyn, what have you been doing since the 9th grade!? Before you start get on your running shoes and train yourself to run for 5 minutes comfortable (you should get there within a week). You’ll work on improving your running in the class. I’ve had clients that started out walking the whole bridge and in a matter of a couple sessions improved their running, along with a bit of homework. So, give it a go and see yourself improve!
Nicole, the schedule is on the website (your work computer probably has a security feature that prevents you from doing anything other than your job…).
Here’s the class schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6.30am
Tuesday 6.30 am (central park)
Tuesday, Wednesday 6.30 PM
Saturday 7.45am, 9am
You have THREE MONTHS to use the classes!
Christina,
the way i see it is that you have to start somewhere. So, if you can accept that you might not be the top fitness pro at the first class, then go give it a try. The idea is to get fitter by doing it and not joining BECAUSE you are fit, right?
I suggest 2-3 classes a week, along with a bit of cardio on your own. The more classes, the better the results, obviously. It all depends on your goals.
If you’re a total beginner then work yourself up to running comfortably for five minutes as you’ll have more fun at the class.
The classes will run all the way into the beginning of December and then move indoors in Manhattan and Brooklyn and into Central Park.
Don’t be scared. Do something every day that scares you! This would be a good start…. :-)
I’m still confused by the three months thing. I can only make classes in Central Park, not Brooklyn Bridge area, so I could only go once/week. If I buy multiple Groupons for myself, does the three month expiration start for all passes when I start using the FIRST pass, or can I take 3 months to use the first two passes, then another 3 months to use the next two passes, etc? Hope that makes sense!
Hello mysterious FACEBOOK user. Each groupon starts its activation when you take the first class. So, if you start class tomorrow morning then you have 3 months to use it. Once they’re used up you start using your next groupon. Makes sense?
Thanks Ariane! You sound like someone that I would like to work with!! (then again while you yell at me to do another lunge, I’ll hate ya…then when I step on the scale I’ll love ya again!! ha ha). I have big goals and I’m ready to do BIG work! Today’s Groupon is really a gift from God for me. Normally the groupons are things that I want…and today it’s something that I really NEED! Ok, so when the classes move inside, where are they held? Are there any additional fees for working out indoors? Also, I would be doing evening classes…would you suggest a Tues & Wed night workout in a row…or should I get my butt for one class a week in the AM? (I ask because I’ve been told to have a day of rest in between big workouts…)
Christina, if you want results then get your butt kicked at least twice a week. The soreness from Tuesday’s workout will be worked off on Wednesday and will last you all the way through Thursday – isn’t that something…?
If you want to see what amazing results people have achieved http://slimandstrongin2009.blogspot.com/
PLUS, you’ll get some free advice on how to get started TODAY already on getting fitter and stronger! See you soon for your first kick in the arse. :-)
Hi Ariane I have a question I already run about 25-30 miles per week so are you able to train everyone to there level or lets say im in a class of all beginers will that slow down entire class?
Hi Joe,
you’re never in a class with all beginners. Most people have been doing the classes for a while. You’ll get a customized workout based on your fitness level because I will send you sprinting up the bridge while the slower folks are huffing and puffing. By the time they’re arriving you will have already pumped out another 50 push ups. You got me? So, get down and give me 100!
Hi everyone! I just bought some classes. Ariane, can I start tomorrow? My butt, and the rest of me, really needs some kickin’, thanks! BTW, I’m a total beginner. I’ll be one of the ones in the back, trying to keep up and stay alive. Ros
Thanks Ariane! I will def come 2X a week..just trying to figure out what would be better two days in a row or spaces between. We can talk more about that when we meet at my first class! What about my question about inside classes?
Hi Ariane, I’m thinking about taking the class in the early morning. My concern is not showing up to work drenched in sweat. Will we have access to showers and/or changing rooms as part of the program, or are we on our own for that?
Hi Rosalinda, welcome! You’ll get your groupon tomorrow and it will list redemption instructions. It will ask you to establish an account through the online schedule and then I’ll add the 5 classes to your account. Then you can schedule yourself for any 5 classes you want to take. See you soon!
Christina,
twice a week is definitely a good way to start. The indoor location isn’t set up yet but it’ll be a midtown location. I’ll be sending that info out in the monthly newsletter, so if you’re not signed up do that through the website.
Elizabeth,
yes, i’m also concerned about you showing up to work drenched in sweat. What will your boss think…?
There are no showers but I can bring you some deodorant…?
Seriously, if you belong to a gym then check if yours has a location in the City Hall area. The NYSC and Equinox are close by as are a couple other gyms. You can also ask for a pass for a free week at the gyms and use their showers after the workout.
I’m back! cant say no to this deal. Miss you Ariane!! I’m scared though as I think you will kick my butt all the way New Jersey because I’ve been soooo very laaaazy!! :-)
Hello Liza!
I cannot believe this will get you back! You bet I will kick your butt all the way over to Africa. So, when can we schedule this happy event?
I guess once I get my groupon code I’ll start scheduling! I keep getting your emails and then my co worker sent me this and I could not make an excuse any more. Trying to save up for the big slim class as well. I plan to start next Monday and then just do every day except for the master class.I need to do my practicing before I see you again!:-)
Ariane,
I signed up this morning as soon as I got this Groupon. And I’ve been reviewing your site all day. You seem like the kinda girl that I’m going to LOOOOOOOOOVE to HATE!!!
Also, i love the idea of your 4-week class. I’m interested in that as well — so this will be a great way to get introduced to the program!
I can’t wait to meet you! Expect to see me starting at next Tuesday’s Central Park class!
“Do something every day that scares you” Ok Ariane, you sold it to me. Pls arrange for a shopping cart so someone can push me back to Manhattan – these legs won’t make it both ways across the bridge…
Hi Liza, i hope that’s not an empty promise. I’m counting on you!
Shari, I’ll be looking out for your butt :-)
No hate mail the day after!
You’ll definitely be able to find my butt… but I have a feeling that’s about to change!
Awwww yeaaaa.
Hey Osman, I know this homeless guy that pushes his shopping cart over the bridge. I’m sure he wouldn’t mind giving you a ride for a couple bucks.
Oh Ariane….you’re TOUGH!!! I LOVE IT…and NEED IT!!! =) I’m so looking forward to this!!!
Yes Christina, that makes you a masochist :-)
Ariane…when you see me you’ll see that I need the HELP!!! Admitting I have a problem is the first step, right? (Oh wait, that’s another club!) OK, so not to bug you..but approx. when do you begin working out again outside? Depending on your location for indoor winter, I may have to do my own training for winter and rejoin you in spring…just trying to figure out how many groupons I need to get…as you can see, I’m serious about this!!!!
Should we bring a hydration pack?
Christina,
classes will run on the bridge until December (so you still get to work off that Thanksgiving stuffing and pie and potatoes and cornbread and more stuffing and the gizzard – yuck…). We’ll then move it indoors so you’re not freezing your booty off. Classes start up in the Spring again around March/April – weather dependent.
Nadia,
bring a hydration pack when it’s 100 degrees out and you’re a camel. In these temps you’re good with a little bottle of water.
Can the groupon be applied to your next Slim & Strong program at 34th & Park? Thanks. — Randall
This is starting to sound like a lot of work – I thought we were doing lunches across the bridge, not lunges.
Randall,
no, theSlim and Strong Program is a special program. You can take any class that shows up on the schedule.
I’m excited and scared at the same time…but I could definitely use the toning up and cardio….
No! I cant believe I missed out! I totally would have bought this for me and my sister but I was away for business when deal came out. Bah! I hate it when I miss a great deal
Hi ariane,
I am pregnant due on January. I will be looking to use these probably late February. Should I get them now or wait til the time is closer? Thanks.
I bought this groupon when I thought I was moving to New York. It didn’t happen so I have this groupon and would like to sell it. Please contact me if you’re interested in buying it from me. My email address is floridagirl64@gmail.com.
Selling this groupon. Please call if interested. 773-960-9374
Are the classes only offered at 6:30AM or are there classes after work hours?