HardCore Training Center - Ketchum, Idaho

Allison P.

Had two awesome workouts, one with Bill and the second with Naty. Both are so knowledgeable about the body and form during the workouts. We did a lot of cardio, balance and strength exercises. It’s unlike any workout I’ve done before and pushed my body and mind to work together in compound movements. Highly recommend training at Hardcore fitness! You won’t regret it

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First off, Bill and Natty are world class athletes. They both hold multiple erg world records and the training they’ve done (and still do) to achieve those feats are the model for the workouts at Hardcore Training. I am 7 sessions in and I can see and feel significant improvements in my cardio, strength, endurance, balance, and mental awareness. I would describe the workouts as functional and purposeful HIIT that are also designed to improve both your physical and mental fitness. While there are no traditional weights (dumbbells, barbells, etc) you will be challenged via cardio, (erg, ski erg, stationary bike, self-propelled treadmill, etc) body weight, and resistance training. The key here is to avoid injury while building strength, endurance, and balance. All the workouts are designed to do just that. Bill and Natty care about your fitness success pay careful attention to your form so as to reduce the risk of injury and increase intensity so that you can reach your full fitness potential. I’d recommend HardCore Training to anyone who is serious about significantly improving their fitness. There are no shortcuts but I do believe these workouts will get you to where you’d like to be faster and safer than any traditional training out there.

Lawrence L.

I am finishing up a three-day rowing camp with Bill and Naty at their training facility in beautiful Ketchum, Idaho, and have loved every minute of it. Bill has spent years deconstructing the conventional wisdom of training, is a world-class athlete, and has experimented repeatedly to create an entirely new perspective on training in general and rowing in particular. As inspiring as their training is their spirit. They almost will you to do better. Their CAT fitness training system is deeply thought through and focused on everything we need to maintain fit, spry, athletic bodies. It will change the way I train from here on.

Simon R.

Bill and Naty are superstars in their sports but are also that rare person who is a great coach. Their training camps are inspirational and instructional without the emptiness of common platitudes. I attended a camp in July 2024 via The Diamonds which is a group of people from across the world who are active indoor rowers aged 60 years or older. Bill is the holder of numerous age-group world records, but also at least one across all ages, which is phenomenal. He is happy to share his insights and methods. Two aspects I really appreciated were the emphasis on lack of injuries and the benefits of what he calls 6 dimensional movement into your everyday life. I'm anticipating that the camp will increase my enjoyment of exercising as well as improve my times on the rower and hopefully extend my healthy lifespan.

Bridges K.

Hardcore Training Center offers one of the best workouts in the country. Bill is very knowledgeable and knows how to create high intensity while maintaining proper form and being mindful of the body. He also has extremely unique equipment that you won’t find in other gyms. I’d highly recommend checking it out if you are ever in the Sun Valley/ Ketchum area. Can’t wait for my next workout!

Cassandra M.

Unforgettable workout experience in Sun Valley! If you’re looking for a workout that's incredibly unique and challenging, Bill's class is a must. He brings amazing energy, knowledge, enthusiasm mixed with motivating instruction.

Bill’s athletic background is unmatched, and having the chance to train with him is an incredible opportunity to improve your fitness and learn from the best.

Ericka R.

I was looking to take my fitness to the next level and this is definitely the place to do it! Bill and Naty’s workouts are both challenging and fun. They are so knowledgeable and give a lot of personalized attention to each person in class.

I especially like the way they modify and enhance the equipment and moves to maximize effectiveness and reduce the chance of injury. I was introduced to their versions of the ski erg and rower and with their instruction have noticed big improvements to my cardio strength.

If you want to take on a gratifying challenge and get stronger in highly enjoyable and supportive environment, hardcore training is for you!

peter C.

I am 63 years old and started Concept 2 rowing 4 years ago. Self trained, I knew intuitively that my form was not correct and needed improvement. I found Bill Nurge, owner of Hardcore Training, listed in the Concept 2 record books as the world record holder in just about every 60 - and over age group rowing event category. More impressively holding the world record in the 10K for all age groups. I contacted Bill in July, and we started training online. The first 3 sessions online brought immediate improvement in technique, efficiency, and a 35% increase in overall rowing power! As we started training, my wife and I scheduled a Workout Destination Vacation to Ketchum, Sun Valley Idaho! The 7 weeks of training prior to arriving last Wednesday was invaluable in making our three one on one sessions a monumental success! As a former college athlete, I have had some great coaches, but never anyone as vested in studying and breaking down the fine nuances of athletic and fitness excellence! Bill takes enormous pride in the improvement and success of his athletes. My training this past week 3 days 1.5 hours rowing and .5 hours on the Nurge CAT circuit. Bill has been training athletes for 40 years. Every one of my sessions was incredibly detailed, from instruction to video recording. I am amazed after 40 years of training athletes, the fire and passion that BIll brings to each session. If you are a veteran Concept2 rower or have never Concept 2 rowed before, I highly recommend visiting Hardcore Training. Learn to row and include the new CAT fitness training that i was introduced to this past week. It is truly the holy grail of fitness!!