How Do I Sign Up?
Click here to register for the program. Remember, your employer will cover at least the first month of the program….so what are you waiting for?
What’s this program about?
IRON JAKES is a firefighter fitness program combining the best firefighter-specific movements and athletic conditioning to help you become a healthier professionals so you can live longer. IRON JAKES implements scientifically-based programs to help you improve job performance, decrease cardiac risk factors, maintain high levels of cardiovascular fitness, reduce injuries, and maintain healthy body composition. Our professionals combine backgrounds in fire service, fitness, and strength and conditioning experience to create a program that is truly unique. This is not going to be your ordinary traditional bodybuilding style workout. Whether you have two or twenty years on the job, you will benefit from IRON JAKES. At the end of the day, you will tell yourself that you did your best, worked hard, feel great, and can’t wait to come back tomorrow. You put your life on the line everyday you go to work. You deserve the best fitness program for what you do. This is why IRON JAKES was created.
Who’s this for?
Paid, call, volunteer, and recruit firefighters and fire officers currently serving on the line or in administration are welcome to join. IRON JAKES is for any firefighter or fire officer who is looking to feel better, live healthier, lower cholesterol or blood pressure, get stronger, shed some fat, keep up with the young guys, use less air, get back to work after an injury, get rid of back pain, or want to engage in a new fitness lifestyle. IRON JAKES is for the big guys, the skinny kids, and everyone in between. IRON JAKES is also ideal short-timers and recruits seeking a career. Firefighters and fire officers who have been exercising consistently as well as those who are looking to start a new exercise program can greatly benefit from the IRON JAKES regimen. Our degreed, licensed, and certified professionals have designed these programs and can tailor each workout for any fitness level. From rookie to a veteran, if you want to be a better Jake, then this is the program for YOU!
When and what time?
Because of the nature of most fire department schedules, and since our instructors work eight-day schedules, IRON JAKES will be scheduled on a rotating basis. As a member, you will benefit from 2 workouts per week coached by our lead Instructor and 1 workout designed for you to do on your own (or with a partner). As a THANK YOU FOR YOUR PUBLIC SERVICE, you will also have access to 3 sessions of the Fitness Bootcamp or Adult Athletic Development Program at Next level Performance. That is a total of 6 days of workouts for you available at 1 low price (which, your employer may pick up the tab for). IRON JAKES STUDENTS RECEIVE A FREE GYM MEMBERSHIP, TOO! All workouts (IRON JAKES, Fitness Bootcamp, and Adult Athletic Development) take place at the NLP Performance Training Center, 31 South Commercial Street, Manchester, NH.
What are these workouts?
Each workout is designed so you are able to train consecutively for six days (Monday-Saturday). We factor in recovery time, job demands, stress management, and the fact that you are here to make a difference in your life and career. Workouts last one hour per day and combine exercises to help you improve your conditioning or return from an injury. These workouts are not crossfit, bodybuilding, or strictly athletic training. They are firefighter specific workouts meant for all fitness levels from basic to elite.
What equipment should I bring?
We encourage you to perform these workouts in your bunker gear and SCBA as long as the equipment is clean and free of chemicals and debris. If you don’t have your gear, every workout can be modified to accommodate you. We have some loaner equipment on site too. All bunker gear should be N.F.P.A. compliant, and we highly encourage you to be fit-tested annually through your department if you are going to use SCBA. If you do not have a spare set of bunker gear or SCBA, you can bring a weighted vest to use in place of gear. Some portions of these workouts may require you to doff your gear and SCBA.
What should I wear?
You can wear regular exercise attire to these workouts (does not have to be N.F.P.A. compliant) including t-shirts, shorts/sweatpants, and sneakers. Duty boots are acceptable but be sure to have a pair of running shoes with you. In addition, you will want to bring a towel and drink for hydration. A personal exercise mat is optional.
How can I pay for this?
Our rates are competitive for what is being offered. In addition, as a firefighter or fire officer, most health insurance companies either offer a reimbursement or will pay for your membership upfront. Contact your health insurance carrier to see what you qualify for. Most offer at least $150 reimbursement. IRON JAKES accepts cash, check, or credit cards. You can join this program at any time.
What’s the Refund Policy?
There are no refunds. When you make a commitment your expected to follow through. If you quit half way there are no partial refunds or credits. This is non-negotiable.
