FAQs
- How fit do I need to be?
- How big is the group?
- Do I have to do all the activities?
- Do I have time to chill out and relax?
- I have been trying to tone up and lose fat for years, will this help?
- I am carrying an old injury - will I be able to attend?
- What are the other people on the course like?
- Will this be a club med, tour guided type of approach?
- Can wildfitness help me change my habits when I get home?
- Can I smoke and drink alcohol and caffeinated drinks?
- I don't run!
- I am worried about the heat
- I'd like to see some wildlife and go on safari while I am in Kenya
Wildfitness caters for groups of all fitness levels - from those who have not exercised for years to athletes training for a specific event. All levels and ages are encouraged to apply. Those who are fit will be pushed hard, while beginners will be put through a more gradual progression. Some people have never run before and have always hated running, while others are tri-athletes. On the rare occasions that we feel someone is too unfit to benefit from the course (click here to get us to call you) we can help with pre-course personal training in London. Email info@wildfitness.com for more info. Top
There is a maximum group size of 11 people in Kenya and 16 in Greece, although the group will be divided into smaller groups to teach certain skills. Top
3. Do I have to do all the activities?
We are not a boot camp and take no joy from putting people in situations that they would not choose. However, we are also not a traditional 'spa' and everyone is expected to join in all the activities and some may push people out of their comfort zone! The activities are lead in a playful and fun style so although the course is a challenge everyone feels included and motivated. If there is an activity which you do not want to attend you have to option to miss it or we can provide an alternative.Top
4. Do I have time to chill out and relax?
There is plenty of time during the day to chill out and relax - you can't train all day! Indeed it is essential to recover. There are optional massages and therapies as well as time just to sunbath, go for a walk or do your own thing. The more intense workouts are usually in the early morning or the evening when it is cool. The middle of the day has workshops, one-2-ones, active recovery sessions but also the opportunity to take time out. Depending on the length of the course you choose, there will be either half a day or a full day to either totally relax or partake in many extra activities. Part of the course is structured by holding 'optional' sessions so you can gauge what level your body needs. Top
5. I have been trying to tone up and get lean for years, will this help?
Getting lean is not only about eating less and training more - that is a battlefield that is not only frustrating but also often ineffective. Dissolving common nutrition myths, eating right with intelligent training is the key to natural permanent leanness. Most people whose goal it is to get lean do so successfully on and after the courses, but it takes dedication and determination from you. Top
6. I am carrying an old injury - will I be able to attend?
It depends exactly what the injury is. Most injuries we can work around and in many cases we can help to rehabilitate them. If you are unsure we are happy to call you and discuss your concerns. Also if you live in London we would recommend that you have a pre-course assessment with the Wildfitness Technical Director, Lee Saxby, who is a specialist in bio-mechanics and injury rehabilitation. Lee will then liaise with the Wildfitness trainers in Kenya regarding any training protocols you may need. Please let us know if you would like a pre-course assessment when you book. Top
7. What are the other people on the course like?
Most people are single travellers although some come with partners, friends or family. Participants range between 18 and 70 years old, and come from all over the world, though mostly from London. There is always a great atmosphere on the course and many people make good friends! Top
8. Will this be a club med, tour guided type of approach?
The atmosphere - although working in a structure - is very spontaneous, personal and 'tribal'. The schedule for the next day is only announced the day before so there is an element of expectation and surprise. Parts of the course have often been described as 'off the wall' and a little mad! The locations we use are exclusive and remote and there is a real mixing of the team and the participants. Group size is a maximum of 11 in Kenya and 16 in Greece and the accommodation is authentic and rustic. Top
9. Can Wildfitness help me change my habits when I get home?
Many people have dramatically changed their lives after returning from Wildfitness having tried and failed to make changes before. This is because Wildfitness: a) changes your reference points - you will find you can do a lot more with your body than you thought, b) makes you feel great and see results which is the most powerful motivator, c) uses intelligent training and nutrition so that everything you do when you get back actually works, d) offers contacts and advice on support when you get back to the UK. Top
10. Can I smoke and drink alcohol and caffeinated drinks?
Wildfitness locations are isolated from the temptations of smoking and drinking, neither being activities that are complimentary to becoming fit and healthy! Obviously it is your choice as to whether you wish to smoke and drink but the course is a perfect opportunity to cut down/give up and detox. It will be hard for you to obtain cigarettes and you will not be surrounded by people smoking. We do, however, provide coffee, tea, wine and beer, but these are not 'on display' (there is an extra charge if you want unlimited amounts!). Top
No problem! If you hate running you may find our style different. We teach "bare-foot" style running and introduce much more fun and varied forms of running like intervals, sprints and agility work. However if it really isn't your thing we have loads of alternatives: fast walks, boxing, kettle bells etc. Top
12. I am worried about the heat
We ensure we train mostly in the early morning and evening to avoid the heat of the day and there is always plenty of water around. The cooler times in Kenya are during the months of July and August - so if you are very sensitive to heat, please choose these options. In Greece we are situated in the mountains where it is cooler. Top
13. I'd like to see some wildlife and go on safari while I am in Kenya
Many people decide they want to go on a 3 day safari either before or after the course (or in the middle of the 3 1/2 week course). This is easy to organise either before you go or while you are out there - you may find others on the course who want to join you. Email us with questions. Top
