Charity Boot Camps
After reading yesterday’s post about about planning a charity fitness class maybe an example of this type of fundraising event would be helpful. The Charity Pumpkin Bootcamp offered by Yun Fitness Boot Camps in Columbus, OH is a class for a cause which also incorporates the Halloween season.
The class takes place on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 from 9:15 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Dexter Falls Park in Columbus, OH. Participants can register online and the cost is a $15 donation per person. All of the proceeds go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana– Central Ohio Region.
Oh yeah, you will need to bring along a pumpkin. The fun twist on this event is that the class will take you through an 8 to 10 station circuit utilizing your pumpkin during the workout! In addition, participants are welcome to dress up in their Halloween costumes.
This class is being cross promoted through Boot Camps with a Purpose. The BCWAP began in May 2007 through Elite Personal Training in Exton, PA. Now fitness centers and studios around the country (and even a few international locations) participate by hosting their own charity boot camp classes. The organizer of the event selects the charity of choice and 100% of the proceeds go to support that charity.
You can submit your event online by including your contact information and details about your upcoming class along with information on your selected charity. If accepted into the BCWAP system you will be given a full webpage devoted to the promotion of your specific class. You will also have the option to seek sponsorship for the opportunity to order BCWAP t-shirts for your event.
If you are looking for a new way to raise funds for your organization creating your own boot camp, such as the Charity Pumpkin Bootcamp, is a great way to do it, and organizations like the BCWAP can help support your efforts along the way.
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I just hope this “boot camp” is not run military style, where they yell at you and force you to do pushups if you are five minutes late.
People should be encouraged to run, not berated, humiliated, or intimidated.
Hi David – Definitely sign up for a class and take it the next time you have an opportunity. They are a lot fun and an excellent workout. That way you can judge the style from personal experience.