Complaint Review: Adventure Fitness Boot Camp For Women In Calgary NW / Shawna Kaminski

I'm not sure who this person is who filed this report, and obviously he/she is hiding behind two initials, COWARD! If you really want to be taken seriously, then identify yourself instead of hiding behind a facade,



Shawna is a class act, something you seem to be lacking, and if you truly thought you weren't getting value for your sessions, I'm positive she would've resolved them to your satisfaction. I've attended her classes two years in a row and intend to do so again this year. At no time during my first sessions with her did she ever NOT listen to my concerns, especially as I had a pre-existing knee injury and many times she'd come over and show me how to modify the exercise so as not to re-injure myself. After my first month with her, my stamina and strength increased, so much so that I signed up for an additional month. I ended up doing four months of daily workouts with her and at no time did I ever get bored with the routine. She's energetic, motivates you to challenge yourself, and listens to your concerns.



Whoever this person is that's filed this dishonest evaluation of Shawna's Boot Camp, has obviously not attended any of her classes. Go find someone else to discredit, or better yet, examine why you've done this and ask yourself if what you've done has made you a better person!



Her classes always fill up quickly and almost always has a waiting list. I count myself amongst the lucky ones to have read about her NW Calgary Boot Camp in the Calgary Hearald in March of 2007.

I recently attended Shawna's Boot Camp and was very impressed with the professionalism that Shawna had and continues to have for her participants in the Boot Camp. I noticed that Shawna always remembered' and always spoke to participants about any previous or current injuries and discussed any physical limitations they had that might require modifications to the workout. She would speak to these people every day to ensure that they were staying within their limits and not pushing themselves beyond their capabilities and she was always extremely diligent with her instruction towards them.



Shawna has always shown care and concern for her participants and that is continuously proven by the number of people who are full time Boot Camps members as well as those who continue to come back to the Camp. This Boot Camp is a success today because of Shawna's commitment to her business and especially to the members of her Boot Camp.



For all of us who know and respect Shawna, we know her intentions are always ethical within her business practice and personal life, she is extremely knowledgeable about the fitness industry and its standards and she conducts herself professionally at all times. I highly recommend Shawna Kaminski and her Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp.

I am a physical therapist who took Shawna's Adventure Bootcamp and this claim is contradictory to my experience in the class. As a matter of fact, Shawna offers suggestions for different levels of difficulty, recommending different activities for people with wrist problems, low back issues, etc. In my professional experience, Shawna not only listened to all concerns from campers but would "check-in" pre-ex session and gave safe and appropriate suggestions to all campers. It saddens me to know that someone with such great resources, knowledge and compassion as Shawna would be cast in such a negative light.

I AM NOT A PHYSICIAN BUT I HAD A NEPHEW WHO COLLAPSED WHILE AT FOOTBALL PRACTICE AND HAD A CONGENIAL HEART PROBLEM AND THEY HAD NO IDEA. HE WAS ALWAYS A BIG, HEALTHY LOOKING YOUNG MAN. IT GETS VERY HOT IN TEXAS AND FOOTBALL IS A ROUGH, STRENUOUS SPORT. BECAUSE SEVERAL YOUNG MEN DIED UNDER SIMILAR CIRCUMSTANCES, STUDENTS WHO WANT TO PLAY FOOTBALL HAVE TO HAVE A PHYSICAL EXAM BEFORE THEY CAN PLAY.



WHILE IT DOESN'T SEEM THAT THIS ADVENTURE FITNESS BOOT CAMP IS QUITE THE SAME, IT APPEARS TO ME TO BE QUITE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGING AND WOMEN NEED TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE IN GOOD PHYSICAL SHAPE TO ENGAGE IN THIS SORT OF ACTIVITY.



IT SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT PROGRAM TO ME, LIKE YOUNG MARINES AND BOTH OF MY NIECES WERE IN THAT PROGRAM --AFTER THEY WERE CHECKED OUT BY A SPORTS PHYSICIAN AND WERE CERTIFIED FIT.

Shawna has been my trainer many times during the past 3 years. She has helped me to become a better trail runner and stonger individual. On a few occasions I came to her injured. (sore foot and ankle). She insisted I see a professional and would often reccomend qualified medical professionals who had great reputations. She would advice me strongly to rest the affected area. She never insisted I continue with the excercise.



Shawna is highly trained and qualified. She has a bacholer's degree in Physical Education and Education. She is a published author and authority on fitness. Her knowledge base greatly exceeds that of most trainers in Calgary. She is also a highly accomplished athlete. I want to end by saying that Shawna is a very kind, generous, witty and humble individual. Her desire is to help people attain fitness goals.

I have only positive comments about this boot camp. I attended summer '07. Shawna was very positive and encouraged everyone to do their personal best to avoid injury. I attended all of my sessions and was amazed at the results...I don't enjoy exercise. Shawna provides a very positive, non-competitive environment to reach your goals. I believe at the end of the second week she even asks each person if they have any concerns and how she could help you more. I remember if you had an injury you were encouraged to rest so this type of incident would not occur. I really enjoyed my group and Shawna as an instructor. I have recommended her to many friends and all have had a similar positive experience.

Dawn

I have done two bootcamps with Shawna already. I'm signing up for more classes in the spring. Shawna runs a great bootcamp. She makes sure to change up the classes, so I/we don't get bored. She shows us how to do each exercise, and watches us during our workouts to make sure we are using the proper form. She also shows us great stretches to make sure we stretch out each muscle we use. In any fitness class/or workout you do, you need to be responsible for yourself to make sure your healthy enough to do participate in any fitness program. I also saw her modify exercises for other people, if they couldn't do certain exercises.



Shawna is very professional, very understanding, and makes each class an enjoyable experience.

I was shocked to read the previous report. I have had nothing but positive experiences with Shawna Kaminski and Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp. I have been a client of hers for more than a year and think that she is absolutely amazing. Not only does she have an abundance of knowledge for health and fitness but she is also a fun, supportive, and creative personal trainer who genuinely cares about her clients. Any time myself or one of the other 'bootcampers' had any type of pain or injury, Shawna was always conscientious of it and provided alternative exercises and made a point of asking about it each day. I would highly recommend Shawna to anyone.

I have had the pleasure of taking part in the Calgary NW Adventure boot camp twice and working with Shawna in a small group setting and have found her to be extremely professional. She has a great deal of experience and training in the area of fitness and it shows. She is also a very positive and supportive person. I don't believe she would ever disregard someone's health concerns as outlined in the complaint against her.



The first time I did the boot camp, my friend who did it with me suffered a knee injury outside the camp doing a different activity. Shawna was excellent at suggesting alternate exercises for her that would not put stress on her knee. She was able to complete the camp without further injuring herself.



Shawna is very good at providing workouts that cater to the various levels of the participants in the boot camp. She would not expect an injured participant to do anything that would aggravate their injury. As well, she is careful to make sure that participants are working at a level they can handle. I know this personally as she was often encouraging me to do more because she knew I could handle it.



I'm sad that someone would take the time to badmouth Shawna as I believe it is totally unwarranted.

This comment has got to be a joke! This is the furthest from the truth. Whoever wrote this does not know Shawna personally or professionally and must have some kind of ulterior motive to make these slanderous comments.



I have been attending Shawna Kaminski's Adventure Bootcamps for 1 1/2 years. She has been nothing but kind, understanding, the epitome of professionalism and experience in her field. I have had numerous friends and co-workers that have attended her camps that could attest to this!

At the beginning of every class Shawna asks her 'campers' to let her know if they have any injuries or limitations and offers modifications. I've had a foot injury for years which I am affected by on and off. Shawna has always been great to ask how it is, if it's bothering me and what to do so it won't get worse. If it's really bad she'll suggest to skip a few days of Bootcamp until it feels better and allows me to make it up at another time or camp.



To suggest that she is a "quack and insensitive jerk" is preposterous and to state that she would not give the money back because it could not be proven that attending her camp caused it is just BS! I don't believe this is a valid 'camper' comment and feel it must have been made by a competitor who obviously feels threatened by Shawna and is taking a cowards approach. I would like anyone who reads this site to know just that.



Colleen,

Calgary, Ab

When you start to work out there are going to be aches and pains

If you stated that you were in pain then you should have STOPPED then and there

Do not blame this camp -

Sounds like you went beyond your body's limitations

I work out everyday in more ways than your basic house cleaning

It is a committment and you have to stick to it

Sounds like this camp is a great start for dedicated individuals who want to get fit

When you start to work out there are going to be aches and pains

If you stated that you were in pain then you should have STOPPED then and there

Do not blame this camp -

Sounds like you went beyond your body's limitations

I work out everyday in more ways than your basic house cleaning

It is a committment and you have to stick to it

Sounds like this camp is a great start for dedicated individuals who want to get fit

When you start to work out there are going to be aches and pains

If you stated that you were in pain then you should have STOPPED then and there

Do not blame this camp -

Sounds like you went beyond your body's limitations

I work out everyday in more ways than your basic house cleaning

It is a committment and you have to stick to it

Sounds like this camp is a great start for dedicated individuals who want to get fit

When you start to work out there are going to be aches and pains

If you stated that you were in pain then you should have STOPPED then and there

Do not blame this camp -

Sounds like you went beyond your body's limitations

I work out everyday in more ways than your basic house cleaning

It is a committment and you have to stick to it

Sounds like this camp is a great start for dedicated individuals who want to get fit

I attended several of Shawna's bootcamps and she is amazing. She is informed and very knoweldgeable in the area of fitness. Not only did she make getting in shape fun, she did it while ensuring we all worked at our own pace and exercised within our limits. I am a nurse and felt very comfortable with Shawna's knowledge. I have recommended many friends to her Bootcamps and do not believe a word of this complaint!

I attended several of Shawna's bootcamps and she is amazing. She is informed and very knoweldgeable in the area of fitness. Not only did she make getting in shape fun, she did it while ensuring we all worked at our own pace and exercised within our limits. I am a nurse and felt very comfortable with Shawna's knowledge. I have recommended many friends to her Bootcamps and do not believe a word of this complaint!

I attended several of Shawna's bootcamps and she is amazing. She is informed and very knoweldgeable in the area of fitness. Not only did she make getting in shape fun, she did it while ensuring we all worked at our own pace and exercised within our limits. I am a nurse and felt very comfortable with Shawna's knowledge. I have recommended many friends to her Bootcamps and do not believe a word of this complaint!

I attended several of Shawna's bootcamps and she is amazing. She is informed and very knoweldgeable in the area of fitness. Not only did she make getting in shape fun, she did it while ensuring we all worked at our own pace and exercised within our limits. I am a nurse and felt very comfortable with Shawna's knowledge. I have recommended many friends to her Bootcamps and do not believe a word of this complaint!

I have attended the NW Adventure boot camp with Shawna and find it very hard

to believe the claims made in this report. Shawna was an excellent instructor who

took the time to get to know her clients and any medical conditions that they

had. She offered alternative exercises for people with injuries and did not ignore

any concerns made about aches or pains.



Shawna was professional in her instructions and very friendly and easy to

approach with concerns. I had a fabulous time at camp and will hopefully have time to sign up for another camp this spring.



Lina

I am very surprised to see this report. I have done many a boot camp with this company and Shawna and have found it nothing but professional and fair. I myself had a previous injury that she was able to adapt my workouts as to not irritate it. My experience was a great one and I got great results from this program. I would not hesitate to sign up for another boot camp or training session with this company.



th

I have had the pleasure of attending Shawna's boot camp. And found her to be totally professional, knowledgeable, compassionate and very understanding to individuals needs. The camp itself is awesome. Shawna goes above and beyond to make sure that everyone is working to their best potential and will modify the exercises if you are recovering from an injury. She is very approachable with any concerns you may have about the exercises involved. I would recommend Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp to anyone at any fitness level.

The the OP states that she went to the hospital and they determined that "the muscle in my hip was torn" yet she submits a letter from her CHIROPRACTOR to back up her claim. Not a letter FROM the hospital, not a doctor AT the hospital, not a radiologist FROM the hospital. NO proof from the hospital where she "STATES" they determined "the muscle in her hip was torn". That's a good story, I'd stick with it.

I have had the great pleasure of attending 2 boot camps with Shawna and my mother has taken 6 or 7. We both love them and highly recommend them to everyone we know. From the very first day we were impressed with Shawna's professionalism, intelligence, positivity and obvious passion for fitness. She's an inspiration to everyone who has ever taken even a single session with her and she is a living and breathing example that her methods work!!! The work-outs are challenging but never beyond your own personal limitations and we were amazed at how she could remember not only every single name, but also any injuries or illnesses we had, and was able to modify each workout for any injury. She genuinely cares about what she does and the people she works with. Shawna has mastered the art of combining group fitness with one-on-one personal instruction. You never leave a workout disappointed.



Whoever has posted this report obviously thinks has a lot to gain by slandering the names of better, more educated and successful, boot camp and fitness instructors. It's actually pretty sad, I almost feel like giving Jn a hug or squeezing the life force out of him with my newly acquired muscle (compliments of the Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp with the amazing Shawna Kaminski!).

I have attended two of Shawna's bootcamps. One of the things that impressed me most was the fact that she included a pre-assessment meeting to find out your present fitness level and discuss any concerns or limitations you may have. During classes she was always aware of your personal situation and made sure that she provided alternatives to suit your circumstances. She is probably one of the most professional, and sensitive, fitness instructors of any of the fitness classes that I have attended.



Mary-Jane

Calgary, Alberta

I just want everyone to know how impressed I am with this camp. I have never done one before so I wasn't sure what to expect but I know I didn't expect such sincere caring for all of the campers health and well being and a true sense of wanting us to succeed from the trainer. Each day Shawna goes around and asks everyone how they are doing and makes a point of giving anyone with any injury an alternate exercise so as not to create further injury or undo discomfort. She is a true professional who goes above and beyond for her clients taking into account everyones abilities and limitations creating a workout that leaves each person feeling challenged and SAFE from injuries! I would definitely recomend this camp, and have been, to everyone I know!

I have taken quite a few of Shawna's boot camps and they have made a big difference in so many things. I have had back troubles for the last few years and I was never asked to do anything that I was not able to do. If something made my back hurt Shawna was right there with a modification for me to try.



On another note Shawna came and worked with my mom who is disabled and in a wheelchair. She was able to give her confidence in the gym and allow her the same opportunity's as an able bodied person to get in shape. My mom had many limitations but Shawna found modifications to help her. It has made a big difference to my mom's shoulders and back and made her a stronger person.



I look forward to being able to attend another boot camp with Shawna in the coming months. I love the enthusiasm and experience that she brings to each camp. This is something that I continue to recommend to family and friends.



Keep up the amazing work.

I have taken numerous boot camps from Shawna Kaminski, and find these allegations just plain crap. End of story.

I believe you get what you deserve, and whomever is making these false statements will get their time in the end.

Too bad there are these kind of people out there, with nothing better to do then sit around and think of ways to sabatoge others. Get a life...



Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp is outstanding, don't believe everything you read. Find out for yourself.



Rhonda

PREFERABLY IN SPORTS MEDICINE...



IF YOU ARE NOT FIT BEFORE YOU DO THIS, YOU COULD BE SORRY!



THE LADY KNOWS WHAT SHE IS DOING.



SOME LARD a*s COUCH POTATO WHO WEIGHS 300 POUNDS AND THEIR BIGGEST EXERCISE IS TO GET A BEER OR USE THE RESTROOM ( OR OUTHOUSE PRIVY) BETWEEN COMMERCIALS OR A FACEFUL OF POTATO CHIPS IS NOT GOING TO BE A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THIS PROGRAM...



NEITHER IS SOMEONE WHO WANTS TO GET FIT ALL AT ONCE IN ONE WEEK. IT TOOK YOU A LONG TIME TO GET OUT OF SHAPE AND IT IS NOT GOING TO MIRACULOUSLY GET YOU BACK IN COMPETITION SHAPE OVERNIGHT....



IN ANY CASE, YOU NEED TO CHECK WITH A PHYSICIAN BEFORE YOU DO SOMETHING LIKE THIS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE OVER A CERTAIN AGE!

I attended the Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp last year and had a wonderful experience. Not only was Shawna and the other instructors supportive and taught the class in a positive way but also were very mindful of potential injuries and ensuring that no-one put themselves in a position to get hurt. I actually had problems with my legs cramping and Shawna was concerned that I should continue with the bootcamp. When I said I could, she ensured that the workout I was doing would not exacerbate the condition.



I ended up missing a few classes and I didn't lose the time but was allowed to take the classes in a different period.



To say that she is a quack or insensitive is so far from the truth that it is absolutely ludicrous.

I attended one of Shawna's bootcamps, and I have to say that Shawna is the most professional person I have ever worked with...She is very aware of the physical condition of each of her students, and makes sure to check in with them before each class to see if anyone has questions or concerns re the class and how they felt after each one.



As others have said, it is very sad that someone would make the comments they have to try to gain financially for any reason....life is tough at all times...but you succeed when you put out positive forces not negative ones....Shawna I wish you many many more years of a successfull and well organized boot camp.





Stephanie

Calgary Alberta

I attended one of Shawna's bootcamps, and I have to say that Shawna is the most professional person I have ever worked with...She is very aware of the physical condition of each of her students, and makes sure to check in with them before each class to see if anyone has questions or concerns re the class and how they felt after each one.



As others have said, it is very sad that someone would make the comments they have to try to gain financially for any reason....life is tough at all times...but you succeed when you put out positive forces not negative ones....Shawna I wish you many many more years of a successfull and well organized boot camp.





Stephanie

Calgary Alberta

I attended one of Shawna's bootcamps, and I have to say that Shawna is the most professional person I have ever worked with...She is very aware of the physical condition of each of her students, and makes sure to check in with them before each class to see if anyone has questions or concerns re the class and how they felt after each one.



As others have said, it is very sad that someone would make the comments they have to try to gain financially for any reason....life is tough at all times...but you succeed when you put out positive forces not negative ones....Shawna I wish you many many more years of a successfull and well organized boot camp.





Stephanie

Calgary Alberta

I attended one of Shawna's bootcamps, and I have to say that Shawna is the most professional person I have ever worked with...She is very aware of the physical condition of each of her students, and makes sure to check in with them before each class to see if anyone has questions or concerns re the class and how they felt after each one.



As others have said, it is very sad that someone would make the comments they have to try to gain financially for any reason....life is tough at all times...but you succeed when you put out positive forces not negative ones....Shawna I wish you many many more years of a successfull and well organized boot camp.





Stephanie

Calgary Alberta

I've attended three boot camps with Shawna and I would do it again. I've become stronger, firmer, and lighter with each boot camp. I have whiplash and a rotator cuff injury from previous car accidents and Shawna has always taken great care to modify exercises so to not cause further injury. She always goes around checking with each client to make sure they are using the proper technique and always communicate with them to make sure they are not feeling pain, and always emphasizes safe training practices. She knows all her clients' names and even tries to get to know each person's life and ask how we are doing, whether we are reaching our personal goals, etc. She is genuinely caring and compassionate about each client that participates in her class.



Whoever wrote the false report is obviously a loser and a weakling. His business is obviously not doing well which is why he's writing this report. He wants nothing better than to put down his competitors so he could gain... but that will not happen. "Jn", you will reap what you sow.

I am sickened to think anyone, would write such a blatent lie about Shawna. I have known Shawna for over a year now and have been a big supporter of her boot camps. Since attending her camps, I have become a much healthier and more active person. Shawna always goes above and beyond for the "campers" and tailors EVERY workout to every person that attends. I seriously have doubts about a website like this, that does not verify a persons complaint before posting it to the world to see. This hurtful comment will never truly hurt Shawna, as she demonstrates on a daily basis that she is an outstanding person, professional and role model to all.



Thank you Shawna for changing my life for the better and showing me on a daily basis how much you care about me.

Natalie

I am sickened to think anyone, would write such a blatent lie about Shawna. I have known Shawna for over a year now and have been a big supporter of her boot camps. Since attending her camps, I have become a much healthier and more active person. Shawna always goes above and beyond for the "campers" and tailors EVERY workout to every person that attends. I seriously have doubts about a website like this, that does not verify a persons complaint before posting it to the world to see. This hurtful comment will never truly hurt Shawna, as she demonstrates on a daily basis that she is an outstanding person, professional and role model to all.



Thank you Shawna for changing my life for the better and showing me on a daily basis how much you care about me.

Natalie

I am sickened to think anyone, would write such a blatent lie about Shawna. I have known Shawna for over a year now and have been a big supporter of her boot camps. Since attending her camps, I have become a much healthier and more active person. Shawna always goes above and beyond for the "campers" and tailors EVERY workout to every person that attends. I seriously have doubts about a website like this, that does not verify a persons complaint before posting it to the world to see. This hurtful comment will never truly hurt Shawna, as she demonstrates on a daily basis that she is an outstanding person, professional and role model to all.



Thank you Shawna for changing my life for the better and showing me on a daily basis how much you care about me.

Natalie

I have not yet started working with NW Adventure Boot Camp so I am not able to comment from experience. However, I would like to point out a few things about this report' for those of you who are in a similar situation as I and may be questioning your decision to give it a try:



1. Even if there is a kernel of truth, the report' in vindictive in nature and therefore automatically viewed as not credible (at least by me). I don't want to give this person tipslolbut you might want to start figuring out the whole credibility thing.

2. Why would you not sign your name if this was true?

3. If you were so sore that you could not get out of bed, why would you continue going and doing exercises that aggravated your injuryno matter what someone tells you. I am not a doctor nor a fitness instructor, but wouldn't common sense tell you to have things checked out if you had considerable pain that was localized to one very specific area after (ie. Not both hips are sore but one).



So in conclusion, after reading all the rebuttals, I am very much looking forward to meeting you Shawna.



Nika P

Shawna is excellent! I have never met someone who is more professsional and knowledgable about fitness and health. She provided boot camps that where both effective, fun, and most definatly modified! People of all ages and in various stages of "fitness" attended these bootcamps, never once did Shawna not provide modifications for those with injuries! I personally had some limitations due to injuries and never once did Shawna not provide modificaitons or monitor my technique to ensure I was working out safely, she did this for all her clients.



Who ever has written this report has done so with contempt and malice, and it is not based on fact. Shawna provides excellent, effective, and supportive training to her clients, to imply that she is anything less then a professional is absurd!!



I have recomend this boot camp to friends and would recomend it to anyone interested in an effective, fun, and safe workout!

There are customers with legitimate gripes and then there are those that smack of mental instability which is likely the case of Jn. Let's review the facts: Jn goes to boot camp, doesn't like the trainer but decides to go 6 times while injured anyway, is hospitalized, is bed ridden, hobbles to the chiropractor (who is probably a buddy of Jn's), has the chiropractor write a note, skips out on work, hobbles back to boot camp, presents the note to the trainer and says: "I wanna refund, oh, ... by the way could you throw in a little something for my pain and suffering?" Does this sound something a "normal" person would do? This whole scenario sounds completely fabricated by someone who has some other kind of agenda.



My wife and I have attended other boot camps in Calgary and we have found Shawna to be a concerned, professional and sincere individual, trainer and business person. When approached with questions concerning health, training, nutrition, diet, or other related questions we found her to be excellent with suggestions and/or follow-up. She is definitely a resource we have recommended to others (we cannot say this about certain other boot camps in Calgary).



It is very unfortunate that individuals such as Jn, should he/she even exist as a bona fide customer, have the opportunity to vent such unsubstantiated & disparaging drivel.



Shawna please know that many more of your customers are extremely satisfied with your services, and when you are successful the wing-nuts such as these are bound to get envious.



Sincerely,

2 very satsified customers of Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp for Women

This allegation is so untrue. I have attended many boot camps and Shawna takes the utmost care to assure that any pains or injuries are attended to, and always modifies activities for each individual depending on their concerns. I had a sore neck and Shawna would always come to me and make suggestions to modify or not do a particular exercise. Shawna is nothing but professional, honest and truly cares about her clients.

Shame on you 'Jn' for lying for personal gain or whatever your reason may be.

It's pretty obvious this JN who filed this complaint has never been a participant in Shawna's boot camp.



I signed my mom & I up to her camp after doing research regarding fitness activities in the city. I read about Shawna and studied her website and with confidence joined online. From day one Shawna was AMAZING. At all times our safely was her priority, she knew everyone's injuries from day one and made sure we worked around it. We were never forced to do anything that may of made our injuries worse. She always had a modified activity to ensure we were getting the full benefits without further injuring ourselves.



Shawna is very knowledgeable and showed professionalism and patience everyday not to mention she's a lot fun at 6 in the morning.



We'll be back again!

Over the last two years, I have been a participant in five sessions of the NW Adventure Bootcamp. Two of the sessions were when I was post-partum and trying to lose the extra weight I gained during pregnancy, and another while I was pregnant. Throughout my variety of athletic levels, Shawna has always been extremely conscious to provide modifications according to my level and physical condition. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional and competent at working with people of varying fitness levels and injuries. In every camp I have attended, she has demonstrated support and provided a positive environment for everyone.



I find it impossible to believe that the allegations in this rip-off report are true and from a legitimate camp attendee. If you want a true assessment of this fantastic camp, ask ANYONE has has actually attended one of Shawna's camps and they will tell you that she is an amazing fitness professional.

I am saddened and disgusted by the allegations made against Shawna Kaminski. I have been a client of Shawna's for almost two year now, and have never once witnessed or encountered any complaints of this nature. Obviously, this individual has never met Shawna, nor brought forth a complaint to her or they would know how she really handles a situation of that nature. Shawna is a person who is hard to come by. She is dedicated, hard working, loyal, and truly loves working closely with women and fitness. As for those who try to undermine her and her business with such tactics, there is not much to say other then you are despicable. If this is your business tactics then what must your actual business be like? A RIPOFF in itself I would say.

I have taken two bootcamps with Shawna and have nothing but positive things to say. Every workout was based on the individual's ability and at no time was I pressured to do more. Shawna always took the time to talk to each participant to see where they were at fitness wise. Modifications based on the individual's fitness level was a priority as was proper technique. I wouldn't hesitate to take another camp from Shawna. BG

I am a client of the Nw Adventure Bootcamp and have been for 7 sessions and have signed up for more. I have NEVER seen anyone with an injury be treated as implied. I, myself, had an injury (I slipped on water-carelessness on my part) and Shawna suggested I get it looked at and then watched me like a 'hawk' and EVERY DAY would ask how my foot was, tell me not to push it, and modify several exercises so that there was no impact on my foot and so that it would heal properly. I have witnessed several people with 'previous injuries' and Shawna always remembers who has what issues and ensures that they do not aggravate the area affected. The reason I keep coming back to the bootcamps is her genuine concern for every one of her clients and her committment to each of us to get in shape safely. Another thing, Shawna has a very successful bootcamp and would never say anything but positive things about the other bootcamps in the city.

I am a client of the Nw Adventure Bootcamp and have been for 7 sessions and have signed up for more. I have NEVER seen anyone with an injury be treated as implied. I, myself, had an injury (I slipped on water-carelessness on my part) and Shawna suggested I get it looked at and then watched me like a 'hawk' and EVERY DAY would ask how my foot was, tell me not to push it, and modify several exercises so that there was no impact on my foot and so that it would heal properly. I have witnessed several people with 'previous injuries' and Shawna always remembers who has what issues and ensures that they do not aggravate the area affected. The reason I keep coming back to the bootcamps is her genuine concern for every one of her clients and her committment to each of us to get in shape safely. Another thing, Shawna has a very successful bootcamp and would never say anything but positive things about the other bootcamps in the city.

I am a client of the Nw Adventure Bootcamp and have been for 7 sessions and have signed up for more. I have NEVER seen anyone with an injury be treated as implied. I, myself, had an injury (I slipped on water-carelessness on my part) and Shawna suggested I get it looked at and then watched me like a 'hawk' and EVERY DAY would ask how my foot was, tell me not to push it, and modify several exercises so that there was no impact on my foot and so that it would heal properly. I have witnessed several people with 'previous injuries' and Shawna always remembers who has what issues and ensures that they do not aggravate the area affected. The reason I keep coming back to the bootcamps is her genuine concern for every one of her clients and her committment to each of us to get in shape safely. Another thing, Shawna has a very successful bootcamp and would never say anything but positive things about the other bootcamps in the city.

I am a client of the Nw Adventure Bootcamp and have been for 7 sessions and have signed up for more. I have NEVER seen anyone with an injury be treated as implied. I, myself, had an injury (I slipped on water-carelessness on my part) and Shawna suggested I get it looked at and then watched me like a 'hawk' and EVERY DAY would ask how my foot was, tell me not to push it, and modify several exercises so that there was no impact on my foot and so that it would heal properly. I have witnessed several people with 'previous injuries' and Shawna always remembers who has what issues and ensures that they do not aggravate the area affected. The reason I keep coming back to the bootcamps is her genuine concern for every one of her clients and her committment to each of us to get in shape safely. Another thing, Shawna has a very successful bootcamp and would never say anything but positive things about the other bootcamps in the city.

Dear Ripoff Readers,



This is a great story told here by Jn . . . Stories of the sasquatch, sightings of the loch ness monster, and alien abudctions fall right in line with our 'friend' Jn's encounter with NW Adventure Bootcamp.



I have been to 2 of her bootcamps here in Calgary in the last year and a half, and have found her to be a tremendous fitness instructor. She is very concerned about injuries - percieved and real - and would never push anyone if they had an injury.



Anyone who has interacted wth Shawna for more than 2 seconds would easily be able to identify her concerned, understanding and professional nature for those she works with at these boot camps.



It is obvious that Jn didn't attend one of these boot camps. But maybe Jn was abducted by an alien that looked like Shawna. This is more likely than the story that was told Jn's report.



Stay safe, and don't be duped - attend one of Shawna's Bootcamps and you will discover the truth.



The truth is out there,



JMH

I am shocked that this was written about Shawna and her company. I have been to three bootcamps with Shawna and would have signed up for more if my schedule would allow it. She is a fantastic trainer who keeps everyone's individual abilities/injuries and goals in mind everyday she sees you. She knows your name, and makes sure that you also have the individual attention you need when trying a new excercise. In one Bootcamp there were as many as five ladies with different injuries, she remembered everyone's and modified the excercises for each person. She is a wonderful coach!



My husbands schedule often left me with the inability to tell Shawna exactly what days I would be coming, she was always very flexible and understanding.



I lost a total of 6inches and 6% Body Fat within my first two Bootcamps of going 3 days a week.



I have continued contact with Shawna outside of Bootcamp inorder to continue with my evaluations and fitness goals. And in the summer I will once again sign up for another Bootcamp.

I tell everyone I know that it is a GREAT way to reach your goals and have fun while doing it.

I have attened several sessions of Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp.

I found Shawna very sensitive to an injury that occured with a recent surgery. Shawna was instumental in my recovery from this injury. She was sensitive and adjusted all exercises that stressed those specific muscles that were injured. The healing I have experienced is due mostly to Shawna and her adjusting of her boot camp to accomodate my needs. I was impressed that she did this for other ladies in the camp also. I was amazed that she remembered those who had limitations and was quick to let you know not do do a particular exercise and always offered an safe alternative.

I have attended over 6 boots camps of Shawna's over the past year and I cannot tell you how incredibly professional she is. Just last week we had a group of around 20 ladies, 5 of which had long term injuries and she remembered exactly each injury for each person and provided an alternative; she has always done this since day one. Shawna is the most qualified and knowledgable trainer I have ever worked with and because of this, she has many many return customers.



Anyone who has ever met Shawna or even been to just one of her bootcamps would know this is a complete hoax, but for those people out there reading this that may be thinking of joining, do not let this absolutely false pathetic statement be a factor in your decision.



I know all of the ladies that I have been attending bootcamp with over the past year are in full support of Shawna and the bootcamp she runs. Unfortunately this is just a bump in the road, but guess what...we can jump high!

I Have taken Shawna's Boot camp and i must say I find this alligation hard to beleive. She is very specific about the information she collects before hand about you, your abilities and and medical history that would affect your work out. I was one of those cases and she was very accomidating in modifying the workouts to my level. Even after starting the program, we found out that my body was not going to respond the way a typically healthy body would and she again adjusted the intensity to fit where I was, she repeatally checked in with me to see if I was okay. I would highly highly recomend Shawna's Boot camp to anyone.

Audrey

I have been going to the NW Adventure Boot Camp, run by Shawna Kaminski, for well

over a year. I am consistently impressed with how professional, caring and knowledgable she is. She remembers people's aches, pains and problems and always offers a modified version of an exercise. Or says "don't do this one, you can do this instead." She is neither a "quack" nor an " insensitive jerk". I am delighted to recommend her to my friends, and continue to enjoy and benefit from her classes.

Another sign that proves how good a job she does are the number of people who return to her classes time after time.



Cathy L.

Calgary Alberta Canada

It's sad that people feel they have to make someone else look bad to better themselves.



I have been attending Shawna's boot camp since May 2008. I have nothing but the best to say about her and her classes.

After the first class she knows everyone by name, plus she knows of any injuries that you may have. She is very diligent about checking with you to see if you are having any pain, and she will alter the workout if you are. She is the most caring, wonderful person I have met, and I wish there were more like her!

Shawna has changed my life considerably with my fitness and all over health. This is by far the best shape I have ever been in, and I have Shawna to thank!

I will continue to attend her classes for as long as she has them.

I was in Shawna Kaminski's NW Adventure Boot Camp in Calgary in December and found her to be nothing but professional, accommodating and an absolute expert at what she does. Of course I was sore - the class is called BOOT CAMP, and I would expect nothing less. As Shawna said on the first day, you'll never know what your limits are unless you test the boundaries. That being said, there was never any pressure to do anything that was painful or uncomfortable. I was amazed at Shawna's ability to remember the individual injuries of everyone in the class- for almost every drill that we did, she remembered the few people in the class who should not do that exercise for whatever reason, and gave an alternate exercise to do.



Furthermore, I found Shawna's class to be fun - it takes a great person to motivate people at 5:30 in the morning, but she does it, and well.



If you want to firm up, kick-start your fitness program, lose weight, and/or have fun, I highly recommend NW Adventure Boot Camp. If are the type of person who sues McDonalds because you spilled coffee on yourself, then maybe you will take Jn's advice.



Shame on Jn for posting Shawna's address. That is completely pathetic and despicable.

It saddens me that Shawna has to use her time defending herself and her amazing boot camp from such garbage. I have been a client of Shawna's for the last several years and can say without hesitation that this allegation is utterly false. Shawna's boot camp and previous training has not only completely transformed my body but also my life. Shawna is without a doubt one of the most positive, motivational and caring people I know. To say that Shawna would push anyone with an injury or sore muscles is absurd. Shawna is completely knowledgeable of the body and muscles and always goes on the safe side of caution. Shawna's classes are set up so that she can watch each boot camper to make sure exercises are done correctly at those individuals' abilities. If a boot camper were to ever experience any sort of discomfort or pain Shawna would never disregard that.



Shawna Kaminski's number one concern is you, your health, making sure you are doing the workouts correctly, having fun and getting what you wanted out of her classes.



I truly hope no one is swayed by this ridiculous allegation...Calgary NW Adventure Boot camp is an incredible and fun workout. Thank you Shawna for your love of fitness and having the rest of us love it along with you!!



You go Girl!!

My first reaction to this claim was one of outrage and I wanted to respond to each of the false claims with a rebuttal. But when I focused on the details within the false claim I quickly realized that this person has not attended any classes let alone 6 of them and therefore a rebuttal to each slanderous statement was not required. Anybody who has trained with Shawna knows what I mean! I guarantee you that with Shawna you get top notch training and her concern for injury is at the forefront of everything she does.



If you are reading this report and are thinking it is valid then I encourage you to think about the route that real claim would follow. As Shawna is a member of the BBB if an individual has not been able to obtain a suitable solution they are then able to contact the BBB and engage them to help resolve the situation. By posting this to a rip off website it validates the fact that this claim is false as the first step that any rational individual would take is to contact the BBB.



Off to Shawna's boot camp I go- and will continue to- as long as she runs them!

My first reaction to this claim was one of outrage and I wanted to respond to each of the false claims with a rebuttal. But when I focused on the details within the false claim I quickly realized that this person has not attended any classes let alone 6 of them and therefore a rebuttal to each slanderous statement was not required. Anybody who has trained with Shawna knows what I mean! I guarantee you that with Shawna you get top notch training and her concern for injury is at the forefront of everything she does.



If you are reading this report and are thinking it is valid then I encourage you to think about the route that real claim would follow. As Shawna is a member of the BBB if an individual has not been able to obtain a suitable solution they are then able to contact the BBB and engage them to help resolve the situation. By posting this to a rip off website it validates the fact that this claim is false as the first step that any rational individual would take is to contact the BBB.



Off to Shawna's boot camp I go- and will continue to- as long as she runs them!

My first reaction to this claim was one of outrage and I wanted to respond to each of the false claims with a rebuttal. But when I focused on the details within the false claim I quickly realized that this person has not attended any classes let alone 6 of them and therefore a rebuttal to each slanderous statement was not required. Anybody who has trained with Shawna knows what I mean! I guarantee you that with Shawna you get top notch training and her concern for injury is at the forefront of everything she does.



If you are reading this report and are thinking it is valid then I encourage you to think about the route that real claim would follow. As Shawna is a member of the BBB if an individual has not been able to obtain a suitable solution they are then able to contact the BBB and engage them to help resolve the situation. By posting this to a rip off website it validates the fact that this claim is false as the first step that any rational individual would take is to contact the BBB.



Off to Shawna's boot camp I go- and will continue to- as long as she runs them!

My first reaction to this claim was one of outrage and I wanted to respond to each of the false claims with a rebuttal. But when I focused on the details within the false claim I quickly realized that this person has not attended any classes let alone 6 of them and therefore a rebuttal to each slanderous statement was not required. Anybody who has trained with Shawna knows what I mean! I guarantee you that with Shawna you get top notch training and her concern for injury is at the forefront of everything she does.



If you are reading this report and are thinking it is valid then I encourage you to think about the route that real claim would follow. As Shawna is a member of the BBB if an individual has not been able to obtain a suitable solution they are then able to contact the BBB and engage them to help resolve the situation. By posting this to a rip off website it validates the fact that this claim is false as the first step that any rational individual would take is to contact the BBB.



Off to Shawna's boot camp I go- and will continue to- as long as she runs them!

I attended Shawna Kaminskis NW Boot Camp. I found her training to be Professional, encouraging and knowledgeable.

At any given time an exercise was introduced a thorough explanation was provided with alternative practice for the beginner to seasoned Boot Camp enthusiast. Any of the ladies in my particular group had been before and were back for more sunrise motivation. It is unfortunate that 'JN' had this experience, hopefully we all consult our family Doctor prior to any new exercise program. With fun, fitness and longevity in mind I will again enroll in Shawna Kaminski 's NW Boot Camp-I believe she has a great product with a good dollar value.

April

Calgary, AB.

I refute the comments made by this person. I was a competitive athlete for more than 10 years and a certified coach. I attended Shawna's program for most of 2008. I noted that not only was it a great workout, but she made a point of remembering everyone's injury or concern and adjusted exercises appropriately. Every class was a great workout!

gjh

I find this claim extremely hard to believe. I have attended over six sessions with Shawna and she has an extremely loyal following because of the following reasons (to name just a few):

-She is a qualified fitness instructor who ensures her exercises are always safe and that everyone is performing them properly.

-She treats all of her clients with respect.

-She genuinely cares about all of her boot campers by remembering everyone's names, whether or not they have special needs in terms of injuries and is always reliable.

-She is extremely patient with everyone.

-She demonstrates nothing but the utmost commitment to her clients and potential clients through dedicated communication.



I have never seen Shawna practice any misconduct with any of her boot campers of any sort. It is really sad that there is a possibility that someone is slandering Shawna's reputation for their perceived personal gain. I would have no problem recommending her boot camp to anyone, she is an awesome boot camp instructor!

I would like to state that having just finished a program with Shawna, I found her services to be nothing less than professional. She is a great trainer and truly cares for the well-being of all of her clients. She was well aware of her clients' state of fitness and wellness and encouraged us all to listen to our bodies and modify our exercises accordingly as to NOT injure ourselves.



I look forward to taking more classes with Shawna as I appreciated her knowledge, compassion and humour. This lady knows her stuff!!



Your injury likely comes from overexerting yourself, as you were probably tired of

the girls kicking your a*s.

I just received a link to this email and I cannot believe my eyes.

Shawna Kaminski is an amazing bootcamp instructor, and I chose her over several others in Calgary. She let everyone go at their own pace, while encouraging us to push ourselves to our own personal limits. There were always people with soreness, and Shawna gave them modified exercises and made sure they were better safe than sorry when it came to doing anything physical.

Whoever wrote this report is obviously a LIAR. Go back to where you came from and don't bother trying to better yourself and your company by writing something so immature and so far from the truth.

Shawna and her Calgary NW Adventure Bootcamp offer an awesome way to get in shape. She is absolutely professional, fair, and cares about every person that participates in her classes. Every single person that I know that's been to her classes has NEVER been disappointed.

I just received a link to this email and I cannot believe my eyes.

Shawna Kaminski is an amazing bootcamp instructor, and I chose her over several others in Calgary. She let everyone go at their own pace, while encouraging us to push ourselves to our own personal limits. There were always people with soreness, and Shawna gave them modified exercises and made sure they were better safe than sorry when it came to doing anything physical.

Whoever wrote this report is obviously a LIAR. Go back to where you came from and don't bother trying to better yourself and your company by writing something so immature and so far from the truth.

Shawna and her Calgary NW Adventure Bootcamp offer an awesome way to get in shape. She is absolutely professional, fair, and cares about every person that participates in her classes. Every single person that I know that's been to her classes has NEVER been disappointed.

I just received a link to this email and I cannot believe my eyes.

Shawna Kaminski is an amazing bootcamp instructor, and I chose her over several others in Calgary. She let everyone go at their own pace, while encouraging us to push ourselves to our own personal limits. There were always people with soreness, and Shawna gave them modified exercises and made sure they were better safe than sorry when it came to doing anything physical.

Whoever wrote this report is obviously a LIAR. Go back to where you came from and don't bother trying to better yourself and your company by writing something so immature and so far from the truth.

Shawna and her Calgary NW Adventure Bootcamp offer an awesome way to get in shape. She is absolutely professional, fair, and cares about every person that participates in her classes. Every single person that I know that's been to her classes has NEVER been disappointed.

I have participated in two bootcamps with Shawna and have registered for my third starting in a week!

In the two bootcamps I participated in I have lost 11 inches and 9 pounds. I have always been impressed with Shawna and her ability to work each individual to their potential...always taking into account peoples abilities and injuries!

I have recommended NW Adventure Bootcamp to many friends and family...and will continue to do so!!

Miranda Martin

I have attended bootcamps run by Shawna and have never ever seen or heard her do what she is being accused of. In fact the opposite is true. On your health evaluation you are to let her know of any injuries and at the start of bootcamp she asks those with injuries to remind her of what they are. During EVERY class she makes sure those with injuries are given modifications to the exercises so as not to cause further injury. She is very caring and compassionate and I would recommend her bootcamps to anybody.

I attended Shawna's fitness camp to jump-start my post-pregnancy weight loss about a year ago. She was absolutely first-rate and professional at every step! I also developed an injury which was related to my 2 months post-partum and higher hormone level. She recommended I seek medical attention and talk to my chiropractor. Both of which I did, and continued to work with Shawna's boot camp with modified exercises. She always remembered my condition and took it into account. I felt very successful, had good results. I simply cannot imagine that this poster's complaint is true, based on knowing Shawna in boot camp and her emphasis on safe training practice.

I am in disbelief that this actually happened. I have attended, as a paying customer, this boot camp for many sessions and have never experienced treatment like is described above, nor have I witnessed any such treatment.



The registration forms we complete prior to starting asks for full medical history, we have an individual evaluation with Shawna prior to starting, where she asked me about any injury areas she needs to watch for, AND I have had ladies in the same camps as me with injuries, and Shawna remembered, every single day, to have them revise certain moves to avoid the injured or sore areas.



Adventure boot Camp is very enjoyable, very effective and very safe. don't let false comments like the one above prevent you from starting into this rewarding program. Like I said, I have registered for many of them and have no hesitation recommending to my closest friends. Lynn

I have had a similar posting about my Bootcamp, this is just disgusting that someone wrote this about an excellent trainer who is caring and compassionate about her clients. I am her competitor, but she has the same high character morals as my company. We know who is doing this (another competitor) its sad to see that he is putting so much energy into bringing a company down when he should be working on getting his Bootcamps successful. I have found in my life the more I help others the more my business succeeds. Again like the owner said, check with the BBB you will not find one complaint that's the icing on the cake!

I own and operate Calgary NW Adventure Boot Camp. I have been in the fitness business for 15 years and have been operating my boot camp for 2 years. The author of this complaint is likely the owner of a competing boot camp and has made similar allegations about other successful boot camps that run in Calgary. I am an upstanding member of the Better Business Bureau and I have never had any complaints there or anywhere else. I have never had any such experiences with any of my clients as described in this complaint. I maintain that this is a cowardly way to discredit my business by the author of the complaint. Please feel free to contact the BBB to check out my reputation and go to my website testimonials at www.calgarynwbootcamp.com. It is difficult to stop an unethical business person such as this; I am currently pursuing ongoing legal action against this author for the slanderous allegations he is making.