Reviews of Strength Camp BC (Gym)

Jason Pereira

Fantastic! Love this place! Jake is the best in town! Super knowledgeable when it comes to strength training and injury recovery!! I'm stoked to be consistently gaining lean muscle every month!! Thanks Jake and Strength Camp BC! UPDATE!! 2 Years after I poste this review, still LOVE working with Strength Camp BC, Jake and the other trainers are awesome! I've put up some serious weight on my PR's and stoked to still be working with them ! Become the Strongest Version of Yourself ! ????????

Anthony Immel

Jake and Dom are great! Love the class and friendly people!

Nikki's healthy bites

Really great balance of work and movement. Fantastic coach and really enthusiastic group of participants

Alison Egeland

I absolutely cannot say enough about Strength Camp, Jake and all the other trainers. They give you amazing encouragement and one on one advise to help everyone get the most out of their workout. Thanks guys!!

Jessica Purjue

Jake is a great teacher, and the group is excellent for all levels. I actually found classes sort of fun and I hate being at the gym!!

Jocelyn Hooge

I have always liked lifting weights but going to a traditional gym has always felt intimidating and the idea of working out alone has never appealed to me. I value community and accountability as well as education. I was looking for a place that was welcoming to all regardless of fitness level. I had heard good things about Strength Camp in the past so I reached out and shared with them reservations and they were super understanding and encouraging. I showed up on a Monday morning and was warmly greeted. I've been going regularly for 7 weeks and it's been amazing. The coaches are great. The other members are friendly and are quickly becoming friends I look forward to seeing every day and I'm thrilled with how my body is getting stronger and healthier every day. I can't recommend this gym enough. It's been a life changer!

Lilah Petterson

Amazing and I died I can't walk today but I'll be back ????

Quincey Ross

So happy I found Strength Camp! As a busy professional I love the ability to go for a 1 hour class that includes a full workout without me having to think about it or plan ahead. Coach Jake is awesome! The feedback from him on how to improve my form makes all the difference to get the most out of my time and effort. As someone who dreaded going to the gym and always found a reason not to, I always look forward to going to Strength Camp!

Crystal D

This gym is the best in town! Jake and Dom are amazing trainers and they set you up for success! When I started I was so nervous , the “strength camp” name, I thought for sure I wouldn’t make it a week but walking into that gym everyone is so friendly, supportive and assist you if you don’t know what your doing. The girl that didn’t think she last a week has been going for almost three months 4-5 days a week . When I started I couldn’t even push 50lbs and now I can push a 470lb sled across the floor! I’m over all more fit and happy since joining this gym and i wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for jakes gym!

Josef Perszon

I've been a member for over 1 year, and Jake still gives me pointers everyday. I'm proud to have witnessed Jake's growth as a coach and business owner, and I look forward to seeing Strength Camp Kamloop's growth in the future.

Jody Gyger

I absolutely found a gem!! I love going and all the people I have meet at the strength camp. Jake is a sweetheart. I have not exercised in years and I loving it. It truly is for everyone we laugh together and encourage each other to go the extra mile.

Brigitte Mitchell

What a nice, refreshing change from your typical gym. Jake cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to make your feel comfortable and get your butt in shape! No high-pressure sales tactics, no judgement, just authenticity and guidance. Strength Camp Kamloops is there to not only improve your physical self, but your spiritual and mental. Very well-rounded approach to being the strongest version of yourself. So much variety and very helpful exercises. I absolutely LOVE how I feel after each and every session.

Tara Nadalin

I started Strength Camp just to get out of a mental slump. Over the months I have noticed increased flexibility, strength, balance and endurance. I wake up eager to start my day at 6 am knowing I just have to show up. I can count on a well rounded workout planned and guided for me. Jake is great at pushing you as much as needed/wanted to achieve your goals. Jake is passionate about encouraging and guiding people to do their best. I highly recommend any fitness level, shape or size come give Strength Camp a try. :)

Justin Lazorko

Great people, great environment!

harshant sethi

This is the best gym in Kamloops. PERIOD!

Amy Setah

Been at strength camp since February and what I love most about the place is that the atmosphere always feels great. We are a part of a family that is encouraging and positive

Jeff Masigan

I love this Gym! Great results in the first 3 months. Jake is an awesome trainer.

Aakash Thomas

I was looking to join a gym to get over my sedentary lifestyle and Strength Camp fits the bill perfectly well. Lots of functional and movement based exercises, intense one-hour sessions that are challenging and fun at the same time, whatta kickstart to my day????????????????????‍♂️.

Katya Winters

Jake(the trainer) is one of the most respectful and pure hearted young men out there, & this world needs more of them. This is a super effective gym for getting your sweat on, a positive environment and ensuring youre doing proper forms/fixing posture. A great place for beginners and advanced :)

Andrea Veitch

Strength Camp Kamloops has changed my life!! Ive been dealing with knee and shoulder injuries and Jake has shown me the proper way to workout without further injury. Your never to old to change your ability to workout, my strength and energy level has increased so I can finally keep up with my kids. Thank you Jake for being you!!

Tami Bobo

My fav place to work out at!!

Tyler D

Jake and Dom are great coaches. Would highly recommend to anyone who is serious about getting into better shape or becoming stronger.

Ashleigh Capper

Great environment, great people, and most of all great workouts! I have recently joined Strength Camp Kamloops, and so far I love it!

Darrick Boyes

I highly recommend strength camp to everyone!!! 1st session is free so get in and try it. The people are so supportive and everyone lifts each other up. Not your stereotypical gym experience. It'd a true family.

Andrea Phillips

I love this gym! I tested out a few strength training gyms in town and felt the most comfortable at Strength Camp. Jake is a wonderful trainer. There are people from all walks of life who come to his classes and Jake really focusses on helping everyone. Before joining SC, I considered myself to be a pretty fit and knowledgable person with weight training, but Jake has taught me so much more. I am the healthiest I have ever been; I am the strongest I have ever been; and I am the leanest I have ever been - thanks Jake!

Jared Poelzer

Let's put it this way... You can't find a better gym than this in Kamloops. I've always enjoyed weight lifting, but prior to the pandemic I was struggling to find a place that I could be consistent at. Conventional gyms just wouldn't cut it for me. Jake and Dom are top notch coaches who want nothing but for you to become the strongest version of yourself and the community aspect is very family like. Stop procrastinating, and put your health first. Come try this awesome place out!

Jenny Dimora

Did not attend this camp as I did some research before starting a session. The owner has a very harsh and misogynistic online presence and when I was asked why I did not want to attend, I voiced my opinion on this. Jake was very condescending and argumentative in his replies and further solidified my opinion that he does not treat women with respect. When I told him my views, he told me I was being emotional and not capable of having a “conscious conversation”. His customer service is abrasive and borders on harassment. I told him to not contact me again and he immediately responded being condescending once again. I do not support this business and do not recommend that any women pursue this camp.

Jan Antons

Jake is a great coach. Classes are awesome.

Jamie W

No matter your fitness level, age or other excuses lol.. this is a class for anyone looking to improve their health AND well being physically and mentally- it takes both to be the best version of ourselves and I love how Jake emphasizes this. Very knowledgeable trainer, lots of focus on good form and making each class a different challenge! Training in a group keeps you pumped and makes it fun ! If you try it, you'll be hooked.

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Very knowledgeable and caring

Ricky Belisle

If you are looking to improve on everything and are committed to becoming the strongest version of yourself then I INSIST that you come out and check out Strength Camp. I love this gym and I am very grateful for the community and the best coaches...this is coming from a guy that walked in to Jake's gym at 6 am completely out of shape and obese and I have lost 50 lbs and in overall better health and I am committed to becoming the strongest version of myself. Ricky

jessica fichtner

Well-structured, holistic program for anyone and everyone! Encouraging and positive atmosphere. Definitely worth the commitment!

Christine Paradis

I’m 6 months in, and able to flip the massive 400 ish lb tire, that I set out to flip on day one one, twice on my own. My goal for next 3 months is to flip it 3 consecutive times, on my own, and to not get sick or injured for a while haha! Jake has been fantastic as a coach, the members are amazing humans all with the like minded goal: become the strongest version of yourself! If you’re looking to get into the best shape of your life, msg Jake! I promise you won’t regret it!!

Sheena Anderson

I have worked out with amazing personal trainers, tried different gyms, work out classes... diets!!!! I have never been anywhere like THIS. This place is so welcoming, supportive and FUN. I was very nervous first class but jake and all the members are awesome!!! Highly recommend.

Dave Avery

Fantastic gym and awesome coaches! Fun atmosphere and supportive community. Definitely a highlight of my day, every day!

Trevor Hillson

Jake is such great teacher I never had so much fun working out in my life. He makes you feel great about your self no matter what size you or how fit you are

Curtis Sleypen

Jake does a great job. No pain, no gain!

Debbie Schutz Brennan

I love how your rotate through various exercises guided. It’s planned by quality trainers so I get the help I need. I started roughly 1 year ago. I had no core strength and body issues. Also my mindset was weak and I wasn’t taking care of myself. I have lost roughly 4 dress sizes, my strength is getting stronger every day, and I have gained so much confidence and a stronger mindset.

Samuel Abiodun

Strength camp is a place to be for all fitness and body weight goals. I didn’t see myself losing weight from the start but that was okay, because I was able to take on tougher challenges than I would have before SC. I improved drastically in my endurance, speed and mental sharpness. Of course you can also expect that I introduced it to my friends and we go there as a team from time to time.

Anonymous Reviewer

This "coach" is so egotistical that I am going incognito to avoid harrassment. Do not go here, unless you like a misogynistic trainer. I could not keep silent when I saw the documentary trailer he is trying to create. I attended here for the free trial, but as a female client I felt very uncomfortable and decided not to continue. I cannot stand by and let his message go out to the public. This is part of a chain of gyms where workouts are not customized for each individual and are sent from the main branch in the states. For this reason, the prices are outrageous. The workouts are alright, but like I mentioned, not individualized. Everyone has a different need. It false advertises about being spiritual and mentally supportive. Jake discouraged people with mental illnesses to stop using doctor's advice and try not taking their medication by claiming meditation was enough. He has charged people for these wellness packages when he is not certified in any way of being a counselor, nutritionist, life coach, or doctor. His knowledge of nutrition is purely internet based and his fitness training is not nearly as accurate as a trainer kinesiologist or certified bcrpa trainer. He contests their advice. People who go here do not get to voice their opinions or suggestions, women are treated as below men. Jake has mentioned that women must submit to men, and he also condemns "fat" people. These slurs against people is not a positive environment at all. In summary the owner is a hypocrite who claims to be free of "ego" when he is as egotistical as it gets. He does not even take reviews/criticism into consideration to better his program, just claims it to be already perfect. In my opinion, you would be better going to a place where the trainers stay within their realm of certified knowledge and know when to recommend someone to another for separate advice.

Kelsey Reid

I can't recommend this gym enough! Everyone there is always welcoming and each day provides a new and challenging workout! Love it here

Consumer C

The owner of the Kamloops Strength Camp made me and some of my friends very uncomfortable. He deleted my review on Facebook because I didn't give him a good review! So just wanted my honest opinion to be available. ~AJ

Mun Randhawa

I have been attending strength camp for 9 months. I am amazed on how inspiring Jake is and full of positivity. I have never met anyone who is so motivating and pushes you to achieve the results you want to achieve. I have noticed a huge difference in my strength and muscle gain and I don't attend everyday due to work and sometimes I miss weeks. The workouts I thought I could never do Jake proved me wrong. Best part is finding a coach you connect with and has faith in you even when you don't have it in yourself! I love how Jake doesn't let me quit or fail. The results I have seen from training with Jake I haven't seen before while training with others. Strength camp is a place that everyone should check out and believe me you won't be disappointed! I deal with chronic pain and fibromyalgia and was told I wouldn't be able to do intense workouts and here I am killing it at strength camp. Come check out the 2 week free trail while it's still being offered. It's time to become the strongest version of yourself!????????????????????????

David Ogundiran

The name "strength camp" initially got me nervous as I thought I would not fit into the possible rigorous workouts, when I joined the team, I realized strength was more of a mental concept than a hectic routine. It made me believe that I am stronger than I think, the coaches here an awesome and Justin in particular, is a nutrition/supplement specialist which really came as an added advantage. This is the place to be!

Jen B

Great place. I was hooked after the first class. Loving the workouts. If you are looking for a well designed workout class, I recommend this place!!

Jason D'Souza

I've been training with Strength Camp Kamloops for a long time now! The best gym and super supportive great environment!! Everyone at the gym is nice and welcoming, highly recommend checking them out! Rockstar trainers too! 5 STARS all the way!

Brenda Hoglund

The gym atmosphere is good, HOWEVER watch your credit card statements!! He charges your card without your consent. One member stopped going ( gave their notice) and his/her card was randomly charged months later!!

Bethel Media

Best workout place to be in kamloops, 1 hour intense workout designed to meet all fitness goals, the trainers are great motivators and always an amazing team to work out. Also really flexible work out times, Can't wait to go back this week.

kboehm87

Edit: beware of someone who needs to defend and make things up about every bad review. First person I talked to about this gym at my work had the exact same experience as me with the owner, Jake. He had his credit card charged after being told it wouldn't and had to put a stop payment on it as Jake wouldn't refund him. Signed up for 3 months right before covid hit. Attended 3 times in our "free" 2 weeks before they shut down. Now that they've reopened we are being pressured to come to group workouts instead of just refunding us as we dont want to attend anymore. Really disappointed. I should add that 3 months for my fiance and I was $600, and we essentially got 3 workouts each for that. Jake has told me that it is company policy not to give refunds.

Audrey Wadsworth

I love Strength Camp BC in Kamloops. I have been injured and they are able to adapt everything around it and help me to get my strength back. Thank you again for helping me and make it possible even with injury ????

Daniel Boyle

Always starts my day off right and leave in awsome mood jake and dom keep watchful eye on technique ,they dont push but encourage and I do recommend trying there free trial

Ashley Wideman

I started with strength camp Kamloops 3 weeks ago. I am excited to see what the next couple of months as I am getting stronger everyday. Thank you!

Kaileigh Plumridge

I started with strength camp over a month ago. I have to say I have never had a better work out experience. The classes are smaller and you get more one on one time with the trainer. You learn how to do the exercises correctly and are shown demonstrations. The environment is extremely positive and family like environment. I would highly recommend. 10/10!

Shawn Martens

super fun environment. great workouts with great people. jake is an awesome coach and does a good job working within people's limitations while at the same time trying to make them a better version of themselves.

Andrea Brown

I recommend this gym to everyone - it is an awesome atmosphere to learn how to do the exercises properly with a group of people who both challenge and support you.

Dan Kautz

excellent program and very fun ,coaches are very knowledgeable and encouraging. I highly recommend this to anyone looking to become healthier and stronger with great results

A Billy

Personal trainer in a group setting..great, encouraging, motivating atmosphere to 'become the strongest version of youself'! I recommend Strength Camp to everyone, regardless of age, lifestyle or previous experience!