FAQ's
Is this retreat a spa where I can be pampered?
No!!! If you are looking to be pampered we are not the place for you, we are not a fancy hotel spa. We are a camp. Your accommodations are cabins. Don't worry you are not roughing it. You sleep indoors and you have full showers and restrooms. Your meals are prepared by a well-known chef and your meals will be eaten in a large mess hall that sits well over 100 people.
Does 20% or more of my purchase really go to charity? Can I get a receipt for the 20% donation?
Yes to both questions! It goes to inner city kids of Nashville. Just ask for a donation receipt and we will be happy to provide you with one.
Is there a limit to how many people are at each retreat?
Yes. Right now we only except 40 people at each retreat. We can house 100 but we do not want to take away from your fitness needs by having too many people at once. We may increase this later on by adding more instructors and staff.
When do we check in and out?
For a 3 day retreat You check in Friday at 6:30am, fill out a little paper work, get a tour and do your fitness assessment. You will check out Sunday at 5:00pm.
For 2 day retreat you check in on Sat 6:30am and check out on Sunday at 5:00pm.
For 1 all day retreat the hours are 8:00am-5pm unless otherwise requested.
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Will my cell phone still work at the camp?
Yes. Feel free to keep your cell phone with you at all times. (Maybe not while you are working out!)
What is included in the price of FBC's 2-3 day Fitness retreats?
Accommodations, fitness classes, meals, snacks and beverages, also fitness assessment, fitness report, nutrition consultation, nutrition guide, lectures, demonstration cooking classes, evening activity, recipes, health information, t-shirt and a goody bag – everything except transportation costs and any personal services or activities that you require. A detailed itinerary for your specific retreat will be emailed to you upon receipt of your payment. If you need us to mail the itinerary we can if needed. If you have a question about whether a specific item is included, please call us at 615-294-2060
Do I already have to be in good shape to go on your retreat?
No. We are a great solution to kick start a healthy lifestyle. You will receive a complete fitness evaluation upon arrival at the retreat, and our activities are sufficiently flexible that they can be modified for most individuals. We ask only that you have no major health concerns and that your personal physician advises that you are able to undertake reasonably strenuous exercise. You do not have to participate in all activities.
What are we eating at the retreat?
Your meals are low calorie healthy meals. You will get 3 major meals and 2-3 snacks a day. The meals are nutritionally-sound meals that limit “empty” calories such as sugars and starches, and include mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks. Also snacks are provided during the evening activities. You will also be able to purchase additional healthy smoothies if you wish. If you have any food allergies, please notify us in advance.
Will I be exercising every minute of every day? I want to have some time to relax too!
Here at FBC's Fitness retreat you do not have to participate in any class or activity that you don't want to. You can take advantage of the retreat’s gorgeous setting and wonderful area attractions. We encourage you to spend your free time on yourself…for one on one personal training, hiking, swimming or even a massage. You are free to come and go as you please. For those of you that are out of state fill free to see the sights. Nashville is only 20-25 minutes away.
Are there any extra fees?
Only if you want to purchase one on one personal training, boxing classes, merchandise or healthy smoothies.
What if I get sick and I’m unable to go?
We will do everything we possibly can to accommodate you in the event of an emergency, including re-scheduling your retreat for a later date.
What is your retreat schedule?
Currently we offer retreats from April to mid October. See dates under the sign up tab.
How do I register?
You can view our retreat schedule and register online. You can pay buy credit card online or by phone. If this is not an option you can call us and we can give you an address to send payment (no cash by mail please). If you are local you can also pay at one of our boot camp classes by cash or check.
Do you offer exclusive retreats?
Yes, only if there are 10 people or more.(If you have less that 10 and still want to come you can pay the amount for 10 people). 20-40 people get an extra discount. Please call us for available dates and discounts.
Is the retreat for men and women?
Yes. Unless you purchase an exclusive retreat.
What should I bring?
Work out attire. Tennis shoes or hiking shoes. Extra clothes for the weekend. Personal items like toothbrush, comb and etc. Basically whatever you would bring on any vacation while staying at a hotel or motel. You may want to bring reading materials or a music player to enjoy while hiking or hanging out. We do have a few games, books and magazines for your enjoyment. We also have movie night which is watched on a large movie screen under the pavilion.
