APW BOOT CAMP FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Last Updated Dec 4, 2005

How old do I have to be?
You must be 18 yrs. old to join. You can be 16 yrs. of old age with parents consent but they must co-sign the contract agreements.

Do I have to be in shape?
You must pass a sports-physical. We need the results or a note on doctor letterhead stating you are in good physical condition per your last physical on such and such date and can participate in the sport of wrestling. Once camp starts, try to be in good physical shape with your cardio or you’ll be throwing up everywhere. We also have a team of Pro Wrestlers that are Personal Trainers so you will get all the help you need with diet, cardio, weight training and supplements to build the right look.

Do I need to own a car?
Yes, if you are relocating from out of the area but No, if you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, students take a bus or take BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) and take a bus from BART that drops them off across the street from the school. After practice, they get a ride from a student to BART because the buses don’t run by the school late at night.

How much is the Boot Camp?
The lifetime training fee is $6,000 but we offer so many different discounts that could get your fee down to half price.

How many camps do you start every year?
We only start 2 camps a year. We start new camps every JANUARY and JULY. Camps fill up quickly so you need to sign up for them in advance ASAP.

Do you have financing plans?
We have 4 payment plans. They are very affordable. Two are monthly payment plans. Our two other plans allow you to pay your fees up-front at sign up or on the 1st day of class. The more you pay up-front, the cheaper the training fee.

If I choose a plan that requires a deposit, how much is the deposit?
The deposit is $500. You can also pay in full when you sign up and receive a huge discount. One payment plan requires only a $200 deposit. With one payment plan, you make no payments until the 1st day of class.

Do you do credit checks?
No, we don’t do credit checks. APW happens to be a good way to establish your credit because we report everything, good or bad to the credit bureaus.

Do you take everyone regardless of size?
If we didn’t take everyone do you seriously think a Matt Hyson weighing 135 pounds who relocated from Rhode Island to California would have had a career as SPIKE DUDLEY and BROTHER RUNT? Size does not matter!

I work so when are class times?
At APW, we try to accommodate the working class. The Beginners Fundamentals classes are MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. The Advanced Fundamentals Semi-Prom Camp takes place TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS from 6:30 pm to 9 pm but only after you graduate the Beginners Fundamentals camp.

When you graduate the Semi-Pro Camp you train with the pros and are approximately 6 months from making your pro debut. The pros practice on the Saturday show days from 12 noon to 4 pm during Local shows and from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm on Road shows.

All students must also attend the PROMO class on the last Thursday of every month. Class times for those are from 7 pm to 10 pm

Of course, everyone is required to attend all APW live events because it is a learning experience for everyone. APW Live Events usually take place on Saturdays.

How long is the training and how long is each camp?
Each of the 3 camps are 6 months in duration and you will have your first pro match in approximately 18 months to 24 months but the training is lifetime. You never stop learning in this business and we train you until you get to the next level of WWE, TNA, ECW, Japan, Mexico etc…

If I drop out, is it like college where I have to repay the entire tuition again?

Absolutely not! Upon your return to the camp after dropping out, you must pay an Administrative Fee of $500 and we provide financing for that as well.

How long is the training and how long is each camp?

2 years but you never stop learning. The training, at the APW Boot Camp, lasts a lifetime.

How do I sign up?
Give us a call at (510) 785-8396 and tell us you are ready to sign up. You can also drop Roland Alexander an e-mail at roland@allprowrestling.com and make an appointment to sign up. Sign-ups are by appointment only. Don’t forget to fill out the on-line application to get your brochure and qualify for the Early Bird Discount.