Prestige Boot Camp Reviews 289

I thoroughly enjoyed Boot Camp
Top class coaches and an excellent emphasis on nutrition and life changing
My only reservation on the week was the accommodation. The villas are very tired. Heating did not work and there was a strange smell in room.
I would pay more for five star accommodation which I feel is important after some very hard days work

Awesome training and staff... great food... smart kind motivating group of other campers

another outstanding , fun and superb week with the Prestige Team in Portugal. This company excels in all areas . Where do I start? The accommodation and location are wonderful and just a step away from the beach. The food is delicious and feels like you are eating in a 5 star restaurant. The people this bootcamp attracts are also a great fun bunch and mainly returnees . This is down to the care, dedication, positivity and tremendously supportive and fun environment. You work at your own pace but are encouraged to push yourself to your own limits. Staff R, W, F and D with JoJo help you achieve your own body goals. This maybe my 8th or 9th camp as there cannot be anywhere better if you want to improve your health and fitness levels.. the inch and weight loss an added bonus. Thank you Prestige! you are the very best ...

Having recently attended Prestige Boot camp in Somerset I can honestly say it was fantastic and the person who has written a negative comment hardly participated and just didn’t want to be there from the start! I am a 64yr old unfit, overweight lady with back & knee problems and so I wasn’t sure that I would be able to cope! Staff W & Staff F were absolutely amazing and their professionalism & experience brought out the best in everybody including me. We were a very mixed age & ability group consisting of marathon runners, serious keep fit fanatics, and people who wanted to improve fitness and become healthier. They made sure everybody was working to their full potential whilst having fun and the results showed! I was overwhelmed by what I had achieved and left feeling on top of the world! Thank you, thank you, thank you for believing in me!! Denise Wilkinson xxx. Ps. Chef, the food was incredible!

I feel compelled to write this review after reading what in my opinion, is a totally injust representation of Prestige Bootcamp.

I think I'm well equipped to write an honest and unbiased review with this bootcamp being my 4th residential Bootcamp with Prestige.

The new Somerset venue was top notch...not that you get to spend much time in the venue as you are exercising for most of the day! This to me is the whole purpose of attending a 'Bootcamp'. Funnily enough...I never found myself cold because I was running, planking and squatting my backside off for the entire 5 days! Yes, the food portions are small, but always delicious. Of course everyone jokes about the size of them, but I'm sure most people were thrilled at the end with their 6 pound (minimum in our group) weight loss.

Staff W was as enthusiastic as ever. Always full of energy and a positive mindset, he encouraged the group to work hard and make the most out of the experience. In Staff R's absence, he is a great front man to have around.

Staff R is definitely more of a silent assassin...no excuses will get past him. He very soon caught on to the fact that I can be slightly lazy at times and definitely pushed me to my limits. A few swear words might have been directed his way!

Prestige Bootcamps are so much more than just losing weight. Although you inevitably do! They change your mindset, your outlook on your body and lifestyle, your belief in your own ability. The positives really are endless. You come away walking taller, with a definite spring in your step, feeling like you can take on the world. The fact that around half of our group were return customers is testiment to how great the team at Prestige really are.

In summary...if you're looking for a relaxing retreat with room service, wifi and a pillow menu, this is not the place for you. However, of you want a fitness retreat which will push you to your limits, make you achieve things you never thought possible, give you confidence and pride in your own abilities, with the added benefits of weight loss, increased fitness and a more healthy outlook...look no further than Prestige.

All the reviews here are good, so I'm wondering if the people who weren't too happy with the boot camp can't be bothered to write an honest average review, like someone I know.
This was my first boot camp and was pretty disappointed with it.
The property was nice but there was no heating so it was freezing cold.
When we arrived at the property, no one of the Prestige staff introduced themselves to us or showed us around. We were left to wait with the other guests, in a cold sitting room for a couple of hours, not knowing what was going on and no-one offered us drinks or anything. Pretty bad start....
The two Prestige staff members, who wouldn't even tell us their names.... (is it a new cool thing?) Staff W and Staff F I think they were... only introduced themselves to all of us just before dinner, hours after our arrival. The food portions are tiny, so anyone will lose weight as you bearly eat at all at the boot camp. You don't need to go to the boot camp to lose weight. Just starve yourself and save money. ;)
The Wi-Fi was terrible, kept coming and going, so really hard even to send emails.
The Wi-Fi router was in the kitchen and Staff W and F made it very clear that we were not welcome to sit in the kitchen to use the Wi-Fi. With all the money they charge for the boot camp, you would expect a nicer and organised treatment.
The cook though was very nice. Had chats with him and although the food portions were incredibly small, they were very tasty.

I have just been to Prestige in Portugal - what a great experience ! A fantastic setting, sunshine virtually guaranteed ! The team are inspirational and help to change one's perspective through education and encouragement - I feel much fitter and more positive about myself and clearer about how I would like to live my life (eating nutritiously, exercising, but in a non-puritanical balanced way, embracing and enjoying those occasions when it is appropriate/inescapable to have a few drinks or slab of cake, but being conscious of the right way forward day to day). The food on the camp was delicious - just what was needed (and no more!!). The runs and routines were very varied and made fun by all the Staff - a proper work-out! All my fellow 'bootcampers' were fun and interesting - you have to be positive-minded to google 'bootcamp' in the first place ! I would highly recommend Prestige - you will not be disappointed.

I attended a prestige bootcamp in Spain way back in January 2012 when I was literally "on the verge of a nervous breakdown" - although I didn't realise that at the time.
That boot camp started me on the path to change my life after Staff R, Frankie and the team planted the seed of the need to take care of myself. I started doing the park run every week, yoga 3-4 times per week, pilates twice a week, running club once a week. I feel great. I am a stone lighter than when I left them. I am back playing in an orchestra, still doing some developing world work and my full time job- and feel guilt-free taking care of myself! I have even started watching TV- something I never did before I attended the boot camp- and I know you don't encourage it- but my point is that I now have a balanced life with good food, less alcohol and plenty of exercise and outdoors walking on our beautiful local beaches .
I was indoctrinated to always put others before myself, so my years of endless working were how I thought one should behave.

I cannot thank Staff R and Frankie and team enough for awakening the reality that I need to take care of my health.
Thanks again for giving me a reality check.

I'll be forever grateful.

I haven't actually attended the bootcamp yet, but that is my fault because I have had disaster after disaster. They have been really good working with me, I've really appreciated their attitude and help.

Great week in Wales 14th July. Staff R and W very helpful and encouraging. Chefs food great - fresh and tasty. Lost 9" and 12lbs. Injury to ankle stopped me doing some activities to my best ability. I think a return visit next year is on the cards. Great bunch of people on week. would highly recommend.

I have just graduated the 4 day camp in Somerset! After 3 and a half days of exercise, proper diet and mental reprogramming I had lost 7.6 pounds and 9 inches, 2.5 off my waist! So, this morning (day 6) stood on scales and 11 pounds had gone! Quite insane and I can't thank you enough for motivating, educating and generally giving me a kick up the backside that I needed!! Thank you thank you thank you. Even did bicep curls with my shopping bags yesterday and made a vat of chunky green veggie soup! I did a dynamic yoga class this morning and I felt strong and happy!

You and staff and chef have done for me in 4 days what 20 years of therapy have failed to do. Literally life changing. Emma

I have recently returned from a week stay at the Portugal Bootcamp ...... well what can I say that hasn't already been said. My reasons for going were not just for the physical fitness and weight loss aspect, although the results were astounding but more to get back my self esteem, motivation, energy and zest for life which had been lost for a number of years. I could not have chosen a more amazing bunch of guys in Staff R, Staff W, Staff F & D. Their energy, motivation and passion is addictive. They are forever giving you help, support and advice and are extremely good at knowing how far each individuals physical capabilities can be stretched. This was one of the hardest but exhilarating weeks of my life and I will never forget it. It has certainly made me more positive, energetic and motivated and I returned believing in myself again. People you owe it to yourself to try it. It will change ur life and I will most definitely return. Keep up the fantastic work Staff you are doing an amazing job. Michelle (Pontypridd)

I have just returned from a week with these guys in Portugal. The team of staff you could not ask for more professional and nice group of people, who kept you motivated and focussed on the job in hand.

The food was off the scale, fantastic and a real eye opener.

Accommodation was brilliant, our apartment was 5 *.

I couldn't find fault in any aspect of my week, thank you for helping me lose 12lbs in 6 days!

An absolutely brilliant boot camp and experience. The team were incredibly professional yet approachable. I suffered an injury to my knee half way through the week but I was continually encouraged and given alternative exercises to do. I would highly recommend Prestige so go ahead and book and prepare to feel amazing when you leave!

I cannot recommend these guys highly enough. If you are unsure just book it, I guarantee you won't regret it. Although the trainers are all ex-marines, there are no scary men in uniform shouting at you here! The camps are focussed around encouraging you to break through your own barriers and take responsibility for your health and well being. The food is absolutely delicious and there are 3 meals plus two snacks a day, so no need to worry about going hungry. Exercise sessions are typically 40-50 minutes and as each session is different, there's no chance of boredom setting in. I lost 12lbs and 11 inches in a week but believe me, I worked for every pound :) I had such a great time I'm going back next week!

I cannot recommend the Portugal Boot Camp enough! The whole experience was fantastic, the trainers were excellent - really friendly and highly motivational, the meals were delicious and well thought out, and the location and the villas were stunning.
Our group was mixed in terms of ability, age and gender, but the trainers made the sessions accessible to all as well as challenging, and the group results were just fantastic.
I would recommend this to anyone looking to improve their fitness, start enjoying exercise again or to kick start a new healthier lifestyle.
Just be ready to be challenged!!

5th time with Prestige - Portugal is a great environment for training. Fabulous motivational staff to sort out the mind & body - thanks again Prestige ! x

I've done 3 camps with Prestige in the last 5 years and my fitness has improved with each one! The last one was 6 weeks ago and I'm feeling stronger, slimmer and happier with my fitness than I've been in years...and Staff R and his team have been a big part of that cumulative change.
The most supportive, professional and inspiring people...full of knowledge and enthusiasm and generous with sharing both. Portugal is my favourite location for a boot camp ever and they remain the only fitness company I recommend without hesitation to my friends!

Great start to a diet and fitness regime! I am not going to lie, you might hate parts of it or even the whole experience. Tiny food portions and a gruelling exercise regime but... once you've finished it you will: 1) be fitter and lighter, 2) think about food and exercise differently & 3) most likely come back for more punishment! All staff are very motivating, professional and fun & the location is stunning. Highly recommended.

Absolutely the best thing I've done this year to take care of my body and mind - everyone - Chef, Jo and Staff's W & R took time and care to make it a success for me.