School of Strength-Kettelbell Gym & Performance Training

Back To School Bootcamp 2014

High Intensity Training for ALL Ages & Fitness Levels!

Back to School Bootcamp!!!
Aug 4th-October 4th 2014

Are you ready to Lose Fat, Build Strength, or take your Physical Performance to the next level?

We Specialize in Teaching the Russian Kettlebell System For a Leaner, Stronger, Healthier, Better Body.

KETTLEBELL BOOTCAMP

Mon/Wed/Fri 5:15-6am
Mon/Wed/Fri 6-6:45am

Tues/Thurs 6-7pm & Sat 8-9am

KETTLEBELL BOOTCAMP combines KETTLEBELLS and many other FUNCTIONAL TRAINING METHODS in circuits to give you strength, cardio conditioning, core development, muscle tone and fat loss all in one workout!!!

KETTLEBELL + INSANITY!!!

Mon/Wed 6-7pm

KETTLEBELL/INSANITY is a high intensity KB Cardio class PLUS a body weight Insanity workout. This class will push your cardio conditioning, muscular endurance and core development to the highest level possible!!!

We are located at Center Grove High School

2717 S. Morgantown Rd., Greenwood, IN 46143

Enter Door #6

Email millsm@centergrove.k12.in.us for registration forms.

Two Months of Unlimited Classes for only $99!!!

Daily Training For Non-Members: $10 per session
(You must sign a waiver before participating)

We have EVERYTHING you need for improved FITNESS and SPORTS PERFORMANCE!

VOTED INDY’S BEST BOOTCAMP!!!

Who Does Kettlebells?

Kettlebells are becoming the exercise tool of choice for both elite athletes and those simply wishing to attain their highest possible level of physical excellence and well being. So whether you are training for sports or to get into better shape, we will help you achieve your goals through SUPERIOR and UNIQUE TRAINING!

Kettlebells are for EVERYONE and for ALL ages!!! Reserve your spot today!!!

New Referral Program

Would you like to get a session of Bootcamp for FREE??? I'm starting an exciting new referral program for current members. I will give $25 for every new member that you get to sign up for a session of Bootcamp. That's right, if you can get 4 new members to sign up for a 2 month session of Kettlebell Bootcamp then yours would be FREE!!!

Make sure to send me the names of your new members and have them write down your name on their registration form as the person who referred them. Every new member you get to sign up is worth $25, so get as many as possible!

Small Group Training At Our New 2nd Location!

Indy's Original and ONLY Kettlebell Gym!!!

For the first time, THE School of Strength will be offering small group personal training at a 2nd location! These classes will be held at Anytime Fitness Center Grove and you must register there in person. Class sizes will be limited to 12. Once a class fills up you will be placed on a waiting list for that time slot, or you may sign up for a different time or day. You do not have to be a member of Anytime Fitness to participate in our classes.

Anytime Fitness Center Grove
1642 Olive Branch Park Lane Suite 300
Greenwood, IN 46143

Anytime Fitness is owned by long time School of Strength members Craig and Steffanie Brown. As School of Strength members they fully support us and appreciate our style of training, and that is why they have invited us to run classes there. This expansion will allow us to provide more individualized attention as well as increase the amount of classes that we can offer.

Reserve your spot at Anytime Fitness.
Class sizes will be limited to 12 participants.
$160 a session.
A session is 8 weeks of Training with 2 Classes per week.

M-W 6:15am (All Skill Levels)
M-W 5:15pm (Advanced KB)
T-FR 9:30am (All Skill Levels)
T-FR 5:00pm (Basic KB)
T-TH 5:30am (All Skill Levels)

Sunday Kettlebell BootCamp Class!
Every Sunday At 7:30am!
$10

CG Athletes Dominate With Kettlebells!

June 4th Highlight video! (+playlist)

Kettlebell + Insanity

KETTLEBELL + INSANITY!!!

Mon/Wed 6-7pm

This class is free for members and $10 for non-members. The class format is as follows:

Kettlebell Training - 30 minutes of cutting edge Russian kettlebell endurance training pre-choreographed to music and designed to challenge all major muscle groups of the body.

Followed by 30 minutes of INSANITY.

INSANITY group fitness is a high intensity interval training, total body conditioning program based on the principles of MAX Interval Training. INSANITY workouts push individuals to new training heights, resulting in more calories burned, faster results, and a more efficient metabolism. The group exercise adaptation of this workout has been designed to give participants a safe, challenging, and results-driven experience. It takes into consideration the special needs of the group exercise setting by providing a variety of modifications and instructor skills on how to provide the ultimate workout, regardless of the varied fitness level of participants.

Middle School STRENGTH and CONDITIONING!!!

Come Train With Me This Summer!

Tuesday/Thursday 6-7pm & Saturday 8-9am

August 4th-October 4th for only $99

1. Our Athletes ages 12-15 are in the most important stages of athletic
preparation. During these stages, we make or break an athlete. Absolute
strength will often determine your child's success.

2. The best PLAYERS are the best ATHLETES.

3. PHYSICAL FITNESS and STRENGTH is the FOUNDATION of SPORTS PERFORMANCE!

4. To get faster you must get stronger!

5. Strength, conditioning, and speed are the absolute cornerstones to a
young athlete's success.

Are you currently doing anything to improve all areas of strength and fitness? If not, why?

Every year that goes by that you don’t improve the strength, speed, power and athletic ability of your young athlete, is another year that their competitors gain an edge.

We have a simple but effective program for training young athletes to give them everything they need for improved strength, fitness and sports performance.

Our program has proven successful for MALE and FEMALE ATHLETES of EVERY SPORT. This is the same strength system I've used for the last 12 years to train ALL of our champion athletes and teams!

With strength, speed, conditioning and athletic ability being one of the most important and crucial factors in establishing a champion athlete, DO YOU HAVE A WHOLE LOT OF TIME TO JUST KEEP SITTING BACK?

Tuesday/Thursday 6-7pm & Saturday 8-9am

“Coach Marty Mills is a very valuable mentor for me as a strength coach. His system of developing functional athletes is second to none. The time that I have spent observing and talking with Coach Mills regarding all areas of strength training have helped me to develop a coaching philosophy that brings out the most in ALL athletes. The success of the teams and individuals at Center Grove High School are directly related to the hard work and dedication of Coach Mills. In my opinion, he has set a very high bar for strength coaches in the state of Indiana to achieve. His passion and work ethic inspires me to work hard every day in this field.”

Steve Barrick – Head Strength and Conditioning Coach,
University of Indianapolis

Is resistance training safe and effective???

One of the unfortunate myths regarding the training of young athletes is the notion that resistance training is either unsafe or unhealthy for younger adolescent and pre-adolescent athletes. Studies show that young athletes who participate in a regular, well-supervised strength training program generally experience fewer and less severe injuries on the field than athletes who train improperly or not at all.

Why SkinnyMom Challenge?

Have you started an exercise program or joined a gym and thought this is it, I'm getting fit. Then you go full force for a few weeks, suddenly you derail because of life and you're tired of starving yourself. This is when you realize you lack the motivation and need accountability. If this is you then let’s start reaching goals! I was you! I overcame depression, lost 68 pounds, realized many of my friends were suffering as much as me, I dedicated my life to help others improve their health and become fit. I celebrate the successes with my clients; first pull-up, wearing something that hasn't fit in years, overcoming anxiety and stress eating.

The Skinny Mom Challenge offers the Russian Kettlebell system, nutritional and lifestyle coaching. This is an accountability program that offers the opportunity to not only train with a coach to improve performance and fitness but improve your nutritional health. This is a system that will improve overall health. Learn how to beat those sugar cravings and stop focusing on the scale. Learn to set performance (fitness) goals and nutritional goals and achieve them! Your Skinny Mom Challenge group will be with you to support you for eight weeks! The Best part, you can continue this system of training as long as you like. What "gym" offers that type of program?

The class sizes are small, I want you to receive more personalized attention. Small group training costs a little more but you receive greater attention. If you want to lose weight, gain muscle, improve nutritional habits and meet people with similar goals, then let's get started! Let's make this next eight weeks epic!

Nutritional coaching
Food journaling
Grocery shopping guide
Weekly accountability
Master Kettlebell training
Goal driven training

Pricing and Details

Registration: School of Strength Small Group Training with Coach Jennifer Sherlock at Anytime Fitness Center Grove. Membership at Anytime Fitness isn't required.
Contact Steffanie Brown at 317-893-2226 or stop by at 1642 Olive Branch Parke Lane, Greenwood (next to Beefcake Burgers).
Cost for 8 weeks of Small Group training $160
Class times and days: Monday & Wednesday 6:15am or 9:30am / Tuesday & Thursday 5:30am
Skinny Mom Challenge Wellness Coaching

America's Top Bootcamp!

School of Strength May 2014

Why Do Kettlebells?

Kathie Allen Our First 90 Day Challenge Winner

Kathie Allen is our first winner of the 90 Day Challenge. Kathie lost 34 inches in 90 Days and 20.6 pounds. Kathie attends classes on Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 5:15am and sometimes the 6:00pm Kettlebell Insanity class. If you see Kathie give her a big congratulations and encouraging words as she continues her journey to a healthy life.

Why did you start Kettlebell Boot Camp?

My daughter, Aimee Garner, started boot camp last June. She encouraged me to start coming. The thought of getting up at 4:30am, exercise and then work all day seemed impossible. She kept pushing me and I seen what it did for her. So, I made the commitment to join. I am glad I did!

What made you decide to try the 90 Day Challenge?

By the end of December, I had gained so much weight and was sick of myself. Having kettlebells and the challenge to help me lose weight was like the two pieces of the puzzle that I was missing. I have tried a lot of things that helped for a short time or not at all. I always wanted a quick fix. All anybody needs is exercise, portion control, good food choices, and a lot of patience! What a simple concept.

What changes have you seen since starting the challenge?

I have lost weight as well as inches and I am firming up. I have more energy and getting up at 4:30, 2-3 times a week does not even faze me now. I am either at boot camp at 5:15, or 6:00 Monday, Wednesday and Friday or Kettlebell Extreme (Insanity) on Monday Nights.

Who/What is your inspiration to keep coming back?

My daughter, Aimee. She just wants a healthy mom and she always has my back. Aimee made a chart for me to write down everything that I eat and the calorie count. I have done this since January 1. It keeps me mindful of what I have ate through the day. Also, I have appreciated the support from many of my kettlebell friends, Jennifer & George especially. Thanks!

What is your favorite thing about the School of Strength and/or 90 Day Challenge?

I never knew how much fun lifting weights could be. I like that I am getting stronger and can do things that I could not do just four months ago (going up four flights of stairs at work and not feeling like I am going to have a heart attack when I get to the top).

What are your long term goals?

I plan on getting all of my excess weight off and keep it off, and continue making healthy food choices forever. When I am in the Kettlebell Extreme (Insanity) class, I want to eventually graduate from the modified exercise and do the real deal (jumping jacks).

What advice would you give to someone just starting or thinking about getting started at THE School of Strength and/or 90 Day Challenge?

Give both a chance. There is always someone to support you, show you the right way. As you lose weight, lifting helps you firm up. It is hard work, but it pays off in the long run and you have fun along the way. You can see results soon which helps keep you going.

If you are interested in nutritional coaching please contact Coach Jenn Sherlock at jennifer@skinnymomchallenge.com

AWESOME TESTIMONIAL!!!

At THE School of Strength we have not only the best members, but the best coaches in the country. Here is a very motivating email I received from one of our instructors George Boots. Please read:

Coach Mills-

I want to take the time to discuss my recent physical I received at the Fire Department this year. It was my best physical to date!! I weighed in at just over 180lbs and was asked on two separate occasions if I was a runner. When I stated “no” the x-ray tech doing my chest x-ray said “you have long lungs”. I didn’t even know “long lungs” existed! She stated they normally see that attribute in runners. My reply was simple “I don’t run a lot, but I do Kettlebell Training”. After that I spent time with the N.P. and she reviewed my blood work with me and remarked how it was outstanding. My HDL (Healthy Cholesterol) went up 6 points and my LDL (Lethal) went down. My fasting blood sugar was 80 (and I didn’t fast!) and my b.p. was 100/64 with a resting heart rate of 54. She asked me what I was doing and I told her “I do kettlebell training”. My spirometer test (breathing) was off the charts and she remarked that I must be a runner. At the end she said to “keep doing what you are doing, it is working”. Again, I train with Kettlebells. Nothing fancy or elaborate. Simply Sinister as Pavel would say.

Coach, I think it is important that I share this information so people know this training provides true and real benefits that you don’t always “see” in our training system. I do train hard and I watch my diet, but I still have ice cream and pizza. I just do it in moderation, so I can enjoy it without the regret that comes with it. I work on my breathing while in class and I constantly try and push myself to be better and stronger. I am not worried about keeping up with the next guy, I am worried about keeping up with me!

With the supplements that I use through Beverly International and the training I receive at your facility I have raised the bar for my own physical health in the areas I don’t physically see!

Remember I once weighed 240lbs and now I am a stronger and healthier person at 180. Please share this with our membership as you see fit. Our program WORKS! Period, end of story! YOU GET RESULTS!

Lt. George Boots
Engine 82 C-Shift
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis, IN 46241
317-246-6282

George Before

George After

Meet Kettlebell Member Christy

Meet Christy V. she is a kettlebell member here a THE School of Strength.

Why did you start Kettlebell Boot Camp?
My sister, an employee in Center Grove, told me about Kettlebell Boot Camp. Because of the price, location, times of classes and the fact that I knew others attending, I couldn't pass it up!

What changes have you seen since starting?

While I thought I would lose more weight, I'm very happy with how my body has changed. I realize that to achieve the goals I've set, I need to do some major work with cardio and diet as well. I can DEFINITELY tell that I have grown stronger and more endurant.

Who/what is your inspiration to keep coming back?

There are so many answers here- Primarily, I go for me- to challenge myself to stick to something that is forming a healthier me. My daughter is the reason I care more now than ever. My sister (who brought me here) working along with me in this, holds me accountable. All of the other class-goers, whether they are already powerhouses or work super hard each class, remind me that I'm not alone and hard work gets results.

What is your favorite WOD? (Workout of the Day)

First of all, I love that every time I go, the workout is different. My favorite, though it is super hard, is probably when we do 6 sets of the same movement with heavy (20 sec.), medium (30 sec.), heavy (20 sec.) then back up again, going through all the main movements. The finisher always helps me feel a sense of accomplishment at the end of the workout.

What is your favorite part of THE School of Strength?

I don't feel out of place and I feel like everyone is there to get better and help each other.

What are your long term goals?

I'd like to get down about another 20-25 lbs. I also would like to keep the habit of working out 3+ times a week.

What advice would you give someone just starting out or thinking about getting started?

The hardest workout is the first. Gather the courage to take the risk of trying something new, fight through that first workout, then come back. I promise you will feel proud of yourself after every workout. The School of Strength draws a diverse group of participants (age, fitness level, goals, etc) and this leads to a very comfortable, focused environment. The coaches and returning members are all about helping you get better, regardless of where you are starting.

We would love to hear your story please email them to kettlebellbootcamps@outlook.com

New Facebook Page

Our new Facebook page is up and running. Please be sure to like the page and share it will everyone on your friend list! We lost 800 people because our page was shut down. Click the link and you will be directed to our NEW Kettlebell Bootcamps official page.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kettlebell-Bootcamps/173126866215578

Meet Andrew

Here is another story of one of our 5:15 a.m. kettlebell members! We would love to hear what changes kettlebell bootcamps and THE School of Strength has helped you achieve!

Why did you start Kettlebell Boot Camp?

I had just finished P90X and wanted something that was strength-based, but different than a gym membership. A friend of mine that I play basketball with (and is one of the fittest guys I know) did kettlebells so I thought I’d give it a try.

What changes have you seen since starting?

Although P90X was good, it did little for me compared to kettlebells. I have lost an additional 10-12 pounds and made tremendous strength gains. I have dropped a couple of inches off of my waistline, too. Mostly it is the strength gains that I notice. I have run a couple of obstacle course races, a half-marathon, and participated in a GoRuck Light since joining THE School of Strength. At OCRs I can tell the difference in my ability to pull myself up and over a wall without help. I PR’d in the half-marathon, besting my time from when I was in college by 5 minutes. At the GoRuck Light I carried a backpack (ruck) for 6 hours with 45 pounds of bricks in it. I ended the event carrying a sandbag the entire length of the Indy canal, followed by a 100-yard fireman carry of a 205-pound guy with his weighted ruck on too. Here’s a picture:

Who/what is your inspiration to keep coming back?

First and foremost it’s my friends at 5:15. They are positive and challenge me to work harder than I would alone. In addition, I feel great and look better and better all the time, so who wants to give that up???

What is your favorite WOD? (Workout of the Day)

I like the WODs that have a time limit and a goal for repetitions. It is never easy to get all of the workout in under the time limit, but the feeling of accomplishment is awesome.

What is your favorite part of THE School of Strength?

The attitude of the people at THE School of Strength is the best part. From Marty on down, everyone there wants to be fit, do it the right way through hard work, and have fun in the process.

What are your long term goals?

There aren’t any weight goals or event goals in my plans. My goal is to continue being active for the rest of my life so I can model a healthy lifestyle to my daughters.

What advice would you give someone just starting out or thinking about getting started?

Take it one exercise at a time. You’ll get tired, try to finish. If you make a habit of pushing through the tired feeling, you’ll continue to do it. If you make a habit of quitting, you’ll continue to do it.

Facebook Page

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Sorry for any confusion!

Meet School of Strength Member Ellyn

THE School of Strength prides itself on helping our Kettlebell Boot Camp members become stronger and healthier. We would like to share stories of our members with you.

Meet Ellyn!

I have been doing Kettle Bells on and off over the past couple of years. This is my story….

I remember the first two weeks when I started kettle bells and just could not believe how SORE I was. I think every muscle group hurt BUT with going to the class consistently each week and stretching just a little before and after class made most of the aches go away. Initially, I was afraid to try the more difficult moves because of previous injuries to my shoulder, knee and foot but Marty and I came up with a plan. I spoke with him about my concerns and he helped me modify my work-out to meet MY needs. I know what exercises to do if I have to modify and I still get a great work-out just like everyone else! Marty has been such a wonderful coach and inspiration to me. His encouragement to do my best keeps me going!! Also, on a more personal note… I was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes three years ago. Initially I was on medication until I started exercising and taking better control of my diet. I have not been on medication for over two years now and the doctor attributes most of this to working out with kettle bells. Recently had blood work drawn and everything that had been high or borderline came back normal. I could not believe it! My Diabetes is completely under control and all levels are great! Many thanks to Marty and Scott to helping me be the best I can be!

Ellyn Fisher

Would you like to share your story and experiences you've had with THE School of Strength and Kettlebell Boot Camp? Contact Jennifer at JenniferSchoolofStrength@outlook.com

Basic Training Student Question

There was a question regarding the “Basic Training” Course. The question was “How new is new? Are you including those just beginning or if we have been coming to the evening class?”

The School of Strength wants everyone to be successful and feel confident in yourself and the training you are receiving. If you are a member from the previous session and you still do not feel confident with certain techniques then please feel free to join the “Basic Training” group. All of the coaches want you to feel confident and avoid any injuries due to improper form. The new Fall members will attend 30 days of “Basic Training” separate from the advanced members but you will still complete the same workout. The “Basic Training” will run at the same time as the 5:15 a.m., 6:00 a.m, and 6:00 p.m. classes except in another area.

Please if you have further questions don’t be afraid to ask! We want you to be a SUCCESS at The School of Strength!!

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What changes have you seen since starting?

Who/what is your inspiration to keep coming back?

What is your favorite WOD? (Workout of the Day)

What is your favorite part of THE School of Strength?

What are your long term goals?

What advice would you give someone just starting out or thinking about getting started?