Velocity Boot Camp

I’m so glad I found this challenging but effective class right near my house. I thought the early morning hour would be tough, but I get my fitness completed early in the day and have plenty of time to get ready for work. I’m seeing amazing results after just a few months and feel so much stronger now! Matt is a super nice guy and works hard to motivate everyone no matter what their fitness level.

I’ve been through a lot of different fitness situations: crossfit, parkour classes, muay thai with a private coach, gym memberships, hiking, and running. I’ve been seduced by luxurious gyms, exercise trends, and training centers that are 30 minutes from my house. None of them lasted longer than a year.
(Well, except for Muay Thai. I can kick your ass.)
Why didn’t these solutions last long? They were too far, too expensive, too culty, the trainers were too inexperienced and cocky, they didn’t happen at times that worked with my life schedule… and so I moved on.
So in my experience, one thing matters the most — will you show up and do the work?
I can safely say that with Velocity, the answer is yes.
Velocity’s greatest strength can be found in its leader, Matt.
Matt has the unique quality of being supportive and encouraging without being a tyrant. He is also very precise and knowledgeable — he’ll pop over to tutor you on form, and he inspires you to do a little better each time. The classes tend to be small, so you have plenty of room to work out, and you get all of the attention you need.
The exercises we do in class — usually four rounds of three sets of three exercises each — hit every part of the body and challenge you to push your limits.
Velocity Boot Camp is also very readily accessible. I know that if I wake up at 6:45 and my feet hit the floor at 6:50, that I can be in class at 7am, no problem.
Classes take place in a dance studio on Hyperion in Silver Lake. The location is simple but really does the trick, and parking at 7am is easy. The class lasts about 45 minutes, and I’m back home, ready to start my day with an added burst of energy, before 8am.
I’ve been going for about a month, and while I had a good baseline fitness already, I can see changes happening: abs getting tighter, metabolism getting faster, and a general increase in energy level.
If you’re looking to get fit and stay fit, Velocity Boot Camp has my highest endorsement.

Really great class and fantastic way to start each day. The workouts are challenging and Matt is an excellent trainer — positive and motivating. It is worth a try and you won’t be disappointed. You’ll start seeing results right away!

I wanted to try something new, after all, going to the gym can get a little redundant. Velocity boot camp is definitely a great workout class and I would highly recommend. It’s fun, upbeat, quick and VERY motivating. The instructor, Matt, plays music and motivates you through every work out. I was quite impressed on how much he made me push myself. It is a very diversified class and I liked all the other campers, very positive and welcoming vibe from everyone. At the end of the class I was really happy I attended. For this particular class we did rotations in different corners of the room where we worked on different parts of our body. By the end of class I felt like my body got a good overall workout, legs, arms, abs and all. There are also alternatives workouts you can do if something is too hard. For example, I have always had trouble with pushups, I just don’t have great upper body strength. Matt showed me a different type of way to do that them that was not too strenuous on my body. By the third cycle through the workout course I was quite surprised that I had really started to improve on doing them. I was 100% pleased and can’t wait to return!

This class is exactly what you need if you want to lose weight and get into awesome shape. I’ve been going for about six months now, and I hit my weight goal and lost 25 pounds about 2 months ago. Now I go to maintain my weight and build muscle and strength. I’ve seen a significant improvement in my overall physique, especially my abs, arms and chest. Every day is a different set of aerobic exercises and resistance training, so you get a good full-​body workout every week. It’s become my regular morning routine. It’s plenty of exercise for most adults for the whole week.
Matt is awesome. Very cool, professional guy who knows his stuff and is consistently enthusiastic every class. The class will kick your butt five days a week, but Matt encourages you to go at your own pace, while simultaneously pushing you to break past your limits to generate constant improvement. The class itself is a good size, and it’s a good mix of people from all ages and fitness levels, so it’s a positive, encouraging environment, without being intimidating at all. Plus you get the first week free, and $ 100 off your first month! Highly recommend.

If you’re looking for a personal trainer without the cost, this is as good as it gets! Matt works your whole body 5 days a week. The classes are small which makes for a personal experience unlike most boot camps. It’s a class for all levels of fitness which is great, especially for people new to the idea.
If you’ve thought about a CrossFit or some other hardcore workout program, I suggest you try this first. Matt focuses on your own body weight and your own pace so there’s little risk for energy. Don’t be mislead, these workouts will kick your butt, and challenge you to push past your limits.
Matts such a generous guy who’s enthusiastic about health and fitness. He’ll help you with your food intake as well as make you sweat. It’s tough to find a personal trainer and nutritionist for the prices he offers. Can’t say enough good things about it! Plus he offers a FREE week trial, who’d miss out on that?!?

I started here last October and love Matt and his fitness program! I was not one to regularly work out so I was happy to find a place that was challenging but also super fun! I saw results within a month or so and feel much more energetic and healthy. Matt also send you motivational texts and emails to keep you excited about working out!
He offers a week free to try the class out so I thought that was cool too.

If you need some motivation to get in shape, you should check this out. The workout shocked my system and the teacher, Matt, was super thorough and was able to help me with my form. I was pushed to my limits but in a healthy way (I’m prone to overdo it and injure myself), so this camp gets my vote of confidence. Thanks Matt!!!

If the idea of Boot Camp scares you then we have something in common. However this Boot Camp is run by a warm, friendly, funny, encouraging guy named Matt who will kick you into gear in a really good way.
Yes, it makes me tired and sore but it is over so quickly I can get through it. I am getting much stronger and healthier. It is nice to have the other campers to commiserate with during class.
Plus, it’s at 6a, 7a or 12 and five days a week so that’s 15 opportunities to drag my lazy ass there!

Velocity is my first bootcamp experience! I didn’t think I could survive that first week, but went for 2 months and love it!
Matt (trainer) is cool/​laid back/​positive. Class really improved my cardio level. I know I’m a shallow breather and I used to have little/​low endurance when it came to any running/​jogging/​cardio work but now I can last — and it feels great! I saw results even in a short period of time, and the workouts are fun. The group is varied, and everyone has a great attitude, very friendly and welcoming. This is a solid program for those wanting to get (back) into shape and fit — I think athletes would be challenged too if they throw themselves into it. These classes are as challenging as you make them for yourself — you can do variations on the different exercises to make them tougher/​easier so it’s up to the individual to really push their body to get the results they want.
The best is that Velocity is not intimidating and you really work and you will see results that will motivate you! A fun neighborhood bootcamp to definitely give a try! Especially with the first week free offer :) Classes are at 6a, 7a and noon — and just 50 mins long. YOU WILL SWEAT! & That’s a really good thing.

I love this place!!!
Great energy, really great workout, 50 minutes and you are done. The best part is that you can go 5 days a week if you want/​can.
Matt, the trainer is highly motivational, there is no cursing or yelling involved… I have experienced both in the past.
I love my 6:00 am workouts, there is also a 7:00 am class and recently added a 12:00 pm class, but most of all I love a great core workout on Fridays!

Been a while since my original review, so thought I’d give an update. Except for a couple weeks off here and there while on vacation I’ve stuck with it. I’ve been more than happy with my results — when I started I weighed 184 and now I’m 161. My strength and endurance have improved greatly. My «holy crap» moment was when I bought some new jeans last month. I’ve been a 34″ waist for a long time… but I had to buy 31″ and they were even a little loose. I haven’t had a 31″ waist since high school… and that, sadly, was a long, long time ago.
Recently Matt, the trainer, has started monitoring campers diets through the myfitnesspal app and offering nutrition advice (for those who want it, of course) and has been mixing up the workout routines with things like agility ladders, sandbags and exercise ropes.
The workouts are fun, challenging, and for those who stick with it, they work!

I tried this boot camp for the month of November since it’s close to my house and I wanted to exercise before work. There was a small discount when I signed up, so I got a month for $ 179. (still seemed pricey to me)
The class is small, most times there were only 4 – 5 people in the class.
The class was fine, certainly exercises you can do at home since they are all done using body weight and resistance bands, but I go to classes to make sure I actually work out!
The main reason I didn’t like the class was because it was boring. The energy of the group was just blah. Music was terrible (played from Pandora on a cell phone), and other attendees didn’t seem like they cared to be there (many only joined once a week or showed up late).
If you live in the area, I recommend trying a week trial to get a feel for the class and see how you like it. I decided to go to the community center for $ 2 workout classes in Silver Lake and Zumba for $ 3 near LACC instead. These options are cheaper, more variety, and energy in the classes, which is what I prefer.

Great indoor bootcamp near downtown LA! Matt, the trainer, has great energy and is very motivational. I highly recommend this bootcamp for anyone who is looking for a change of pace (i.e. performing just one of the followings: running, yoga, weight lifting, etc) and want to mix it up with circuit training;)
Also, if you are not sure if the bootcamp is a good fit for you, you could get a FREE week trial. I guarantee that you will love it:)

BEST BOOTCAMP in Los Feliz/​Silverlake! I’ve done a lot of bootcamps in my day but this is by far the best experience I’ve had getting my BUTT KICKED! Matt (who runs it) is extremely motivating, helpful and focused on helping you achieve your goals. From beginner to expert, Matt has sculpted a workout that is perfect for everyone. On top of the workout you can get nutritional help via food logs (that doesn’t even cost extra) and believe me when I tell you that IT WORKS! The venue is personal which allows for an interactive class and the people (campers) are awesome and extremely welcoming. If you’re doing bootcamp and you’re not doing it here… you’re just not doing it right.

The major bullet points:
— I want a SIMPLE & EASY ROUTINE, cuz I’m not a gym bunny
— I like a POSITIVE, MOTIVATING INSTRUCTOR that makes exercise FUN
— I LIKE EXERCISING W/​OTHERS & usually fail if by trying by myself
— I also want a FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT where I can bring guests
I’ve been going to Velocity Bootcamp since April 2011 & I feel better than ever. The work out is intense enough to get the job done, yet always changes & keeps me interested. Matt’s always good about adapting exercises to meet the needs of different campers. :)
Kudos to Matt Alimena for being an honest, trustworthy, & accountable guy who knows his stuff in the fitness world and is now building a solid vision to share his knowledge & talent with the world.
PS – ANYONE RATING VELOCITY LESS THAN 4 OR 5 STARS is not to be trusted — they are likely a competitor out to smear a great business.

I truly enjoy taking direction from Matt; he’s encouraging and keeps everyone focused throughout the intense 45 min program. Be prepared for some days to be more challenging than others — you will be sore the next day, and the next, etc. In any case, I always leave feeling rewarded for getting up early for the 6 am class. Plus, this kind of exercise is just plain more fun! It’s totally worth every penny.

YAY! BOOTCAMP IN SILVERLAKE/​LOS FELIZ! I love this workout program because…
A) It is located conveniently in Silverlake
B) It’s only 45 minutes long but it KICKS. YOUR. BUTT.
C) Matt is awesomely supportive and keeps the energy fun
Only week 3 and I am already seeing a difference in the way my body looks.
Matt is so awesome for getting us to kick ourselves in the butt every morning. You also get to try it for free for a week which is great because I actually got to start with a friend of mine who decided it wasn’t for him (working hard in the morning is not for all) but it gives you a chance to decide for yourself.
Try it out!

What I love most about Velocity is that, as a 57yr old overweight and out of shape woman, I was made to feel welcomed not just by Matt, the trainer, but by everyone else in the group — all young, fit, and clearly more capable than I am. Matt creates a very positive, work oriented class where each person does their level best. He gives individual attention, keeps things moving, and gets everyone sweating fast. It’s short bursts of a variety of moves which keeps it interesting and using all your muscles. I love the early morning class because it’s a quick hour of intense work. I highly recommend Velocity for being intense, affordable, in a great location, positive, and full of friendly focused people. Matt is professional, tracks each individuals progress, and a great communicator.

Yay! I finally found a boot camp close to my house at the time that I want! I’ve been going to this one for a few weeks, and I absolutely love it. The only time I ever miss class is when I can’t haul my sorry butt out of bed early enough. I’ve noticed a definite change in my body, particularly in my endurance. I’m also getting much more tone and definition in my arms and legs, and I haven’t changed my eating habits much. I’m not going to lie, the first week or two hurt like hell! But you’re not going to get a good body by sitting around like a lump. And this year I want to rock my bikini!
The class is less than a year old, and it’s run by a wonderful trainer named Matt. It’s at Studio A Dance in Silverlake, and it’s indoors, which was great a few weeks ago when it was raining all the time.
Classes start at 6 and 7am, and you can sign up anytime. The studio is clean, well-​lit, and has mirrors in it along one wall. It’s a little gem that I didn’t know existed before, even though I’ve driven past it a zillion times. Class content is different every day, with circuit rotations of intense exercises. It routinely kicks my ass all over the place, and I’ve never once left without feeling that I got an amazing workout. The exercises are always mixed up so we don’t get bored, and class sizes are small enough that there is space for everyone.
The exercises are also based on your own body weight. Occasionally we use exercise bands, which are provided. So all you need to bring is water and a workout mat.
So far the other people in the class are pretty cool, and i think a lot of that has to do with Matt’s attitude~ he is very positive and encouraging, not one of those overbearing «you’re a wuss if you can’t do it!» trainers. He manages to motivate without making anyone feel alienated. I’ve been to some classes in the past where the trainers were obnoxious and the clientele were really lame, but not here– you won’t find people who get all made up to come work out, or act like they always have something to prove. In fact, there is a distinct lack of douchebaggery at VBC, and it’s very refreshing.
One thing I didn’t like about 24-​hr fitness in Hollywood was the crappy parking situation. Street parking there is impossible, so you have to use the parking structure. But often I’d spend 15 minutes looking for a spot (sometimes without finding one at all), and then spend 15 minutes trying to get out of there coz they share a structure with the Arclight. So imagine my delight when I got to Studio A and found out that there is not only parking everywhere, but it is FREE! The meters charge at 8am, but class always ends before then.
Pricing varies, depending on how long you commit for initially. I did a lot of research, and breaking down the prices, they are about average. Compared to other boot camps though, you really get a lot for what you pay for. For me, it’s more cost-​effective for what I need than going to pilates or having a personal trainer. And the classes are small enough that Matt pays personal attention to everyone.
So here are my pros
* Indoors
* Small class size
* Free parking
* Daily variety of routines
* Great instructor
* Laid-​back clientele
* Money-​back guarantee
* First week is free!
* Free nutritional info if you want it
* No hard selling of anything
* Early class times that fit into most people’s work schedules
* Matt often offers special deals to his client list, some involving free class time or offers from spas/​local businesses, etc. that he has arrangements with. Again, there is never a hard sell, and that is very nice, because at other gyms, I’ve constantly felt I was being pressured to buy stuff.
Cons (I only have two, but these aren’t a big deal. Mentioning them for newbies tho)
* No water cooler or vending machine onsite, so bring your own water every time! Sometimes I run out b/​c I drink a lot of water during my workouts, so I’ve just gotten used to stashing extra in my car.
* Only one bathroom, and it’s in the other studio (there are two studios in the facility, separated by a wall). Until recently there hadn’t been classes in there at the 6 and 7am time slots, but now there is a yoga class at 7. This means you have to enter their classroom if you need to use the facilities, but it is a very casual environment, so this hasn’t really been awkward for me.
For me, the pros far outweigh the already-​minor cons. So there you have it, my glowing recommendation of Velocity Boot Camp. Hit up the website for more info~ it’s even got a groovy comparison table of how it stands up against the competition.