Brave Heroes in the Making

Mission:

To develop elite, mission-ready firefighters through specialized training in physical fitness, tactical skills, mental resilience, and professional development. Fit4Shift serves recruits, active firefighters, and the next generation of heroes.

1. CPAT/Fire Academy Prep Program

Seeking Aspiring firefighters preparing for CPAT or fire academy entrance.

Program Features:

• Customized Nutrition Plan:
  Tailored to support cardiovascular health, lean muscle development, and endurance training.
• Structured Workout Plan:
  6-week, progressive strength & endurance program based on CPAT benchmarks and academy expectations.
• Group Workouts (1–2x per week):
  In-person or virtual; includes:
  
  • Timed drills (stairs, hose drag, dummy carry)
  • Functional circuits
  • Peer support & coaching
• Firefighting Basic Skills Workshops:
  Includes:
  
  • Tool orientation
  • SCBA familiarization
  • PPE donning & doffing under time
  • Ladders, search techniques
• Weekly Accountability Check-ins:
  Zoom or in-person to track progress and adjust plans.

2. Fit For Duty / Interview Prep Program

Target Audience: Fire academy graduates or lateral hires preparing for job interviews or departmental fitness testing.

Program Features:

• Advanced Functional Fitness Plan:
  Builds on CPAT-level training; includes strength, HIIT, core stability, and job-specific agility.
• Zoom Interview Prep Sessions:
  Weekly mock interviews with feedback:
  
  • Behavioral questions
  • Department knowledge
  • Scenario-based questions
  • Appearance and presentation coaching
• Skill-Focused Workouts:
  Real-life simulations (e.g., forcible entry, victim rescue under load).
• Air Consumption Competitions (Air Comps):
  SCBA endurance events to train efficiency under air and controlled stress.
• Professional Development Add-on:
  Resume assistance, grooming standards, and public speaking for oral boards.

3. Smoke Diver Prep / Elite Firefighter Conditioning

Target Audience: Experienced firefighters seeking to qualify for Smoke Diver programs or advance elite readiness.

3-Day Intensive Course Features:

• Advanced Firefighting Skills:
  
  • Live fire scenarios
  • Hose management under pressure
  • Emergency SCBA operations
  • Victim recovery in zero visibility
• Air Consumption Challenges:
  Timed drills under SCBA across multiple disciplines (search, lift, drag, stairs).
• Mental Resilience Training:
  Focus on breathing control, mental toughness, and survival mindset under duress.
• Heat Acclimation Techniques:
  Controlled environment work at elevated temps to build tolerance.
• 90-Second Drill Circuits:
  High-intensity tasks mimicking flashover or bailout demands.
• Smoke Sessions:
  Controlled smoke environments to enhance orientation and calm under stress.
• Performance Evaluation & Coaching:
  Personalized feedback, benchmark reports, and growth plans.

4. Fit4Kids Fire Safety & Obstacle Event Series

Target Audience: Children aged 4–12; community outreach, education, and fun.

Event Features:

• Obstacle Course Challenges:
  Age-appropriate stations with firefighter themes (crawl under “smoke”, rescue the teddy, etc.).
• Firefighter Meet & Greet:
  Real firefighters on-site to talk about fire safety, answer questions, and inspire.
• Gear Familiarization Station:
  Kids get hands-on experience with helmets, jackets, hoses, and thermal imaging cameras.
• Fire Truck Bounce House:
  A fun, safe inflatable in the shape of a fire engine.
• Fire Safety Lessons:
  Short talks with visual aids about calling 911, stop-drop-roll, and exit drills.
• Parent Take-Home Safety Kits:
  Info about smoke detectors, fire escape plans, and home safety checklists.

Program Add-Ons and Services

• Private 1-on-1 Coaching
• Mobile Workout Station (Truck-based)
• Departmental Contracts & Group Discounts
• Custom Apparel & Challenge Coins
• App Integration for Tracking & Scheduling