Throughout the years, HEAT has maintained the highest level of retainment out of nearly 10 major fitness companies. Why? It's all about the social component, creativity, individualization, and continuing challenges.
After spending several grand on my master's program, I came to realize that maybe direct counseling was not for me ... However, my degree was not wasted! Oh, no sir, every day I pull in components from the counseling theories I studied throughout the years. (No, I'm not profiling you ... you already did that yourself when you registered.)
Much thought goes into the social aspect of group training: the size of camp, who you are partnered with, even down to the types of drills we do. Have you ever noticed that on a "slow mental day," when the camp has low energy, we often turn to partnered ball work ... And suddenly, like a good Frankenstein movie, the group comes alive!!!! It's the interaction you bring that creates the energy.
Most clients come to me and say, "I'm bored of the gym and need a new routine." Oh ,sure that's the easy stuff! How about let's take it a little further. Let me also give you 12 people who are concerned if you miss camp for a week? How about access to people who know exactly where you're coming from? Oh, you want a little compeition added in? Mojo Kickball anyone?
My point is, the social component mixed in with your daily challenges is the glue of our little family. We learn from each other, we provide motivation, and we keep each other accountable. We all have traveled similar paths, so don't be afraid to say hello to the "newbie." You never know what he or she can teach you.