How the Free Consult and Body Scan Works
A free fitness consultation at White Gorilla Fitness is a low pressure visit, about 30 to 45 minutes, where you sit down with Coach Clay, talk through your goals, complete a quick Health Gate screen, and get a body scan so you know your real starting point. There is no workout to survive and no contract to sign. You leave with a clear picture of where you stand and a sensible next step, whether or not you ever join a program.
- A free fitness consultation is a relaxed conversation and assessment, not a workout you have to pass.
- Every consult includes a short Health Gate safety screen and a day 0 body scan so you know your real starting point.
- You are never pushed to sign a contract on the spot; programs are one payment with no membership and no auto renewal.
- The body scan reads body composition, which tells you far more about progress than the bathroom scale alone.
- Consults slot around our daily class times in Fond du Lac and welcome folks from Oshkosh, Waupun, Ripon, Beaver Dam, and nearby towns.
What a free fitness consultation actually is
A free fitness consultation is a conversation, not a tryout. At our Fond du Lac studio it runs about 30 to 45 minutes and centers on three things: your goals, your history, and your starting numbers. Coach Clay asks what you want to change, what you have tried before, and what has gotten in the way.
You do not need to be fit to come in. Most people who book a consult are starting over or starting for the very first time, so there is nothing to be self conscious about. The point is to figure out whether a coached program is the right fit for you, and to hand you useful information either way.
Think of it as a planning session. Even if you decide to train on your own, you walk out knowing your baseline and a clear first move, which is more than most people ever get for free.
How to book and what the first visit looks like
You can book by calling the studio at +1 (562) 253-2685 or by filling out the form on our site. We meet at 8 Woodland Ave in Fond du Lac, and consults slot around our daily class times of 6 and 7am, 11am and noon, and 6 and 7pm, so you can find a window before work, over lunch, or after dinner.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can move in, even though you will not be doing a hard workout. Give yourself about an hour so nothing feels rushed.
If you are driving in from Oshkosh, Waupun, Ripon, Beaver Dam, Mayville, or Campbellsport, plan a few extra minutes to park and settle in before you sit down with Coach Clay.
The Health Gate screen and why we ask first
Before we talk training, we run a short Health Gate screen. It is a simple set of questions about injuries, surgeries, medications, blood pressure, joint pain, and anything that tends to flare up when you move. It takes just a few minutes.
The Health Gate is not there to disqualify you. It helps us coach you safely and adjust movements so you are never forced into anything that hurts. If your answers raise a flag, we may ask you to check in with your physician before you start, and that is a normal, responsible step rather than a rejection.
White Gorilla Fitness focuses on wellness, strength, and daily habits. We do not diagnose, treat, or promise to cure any condition. For anything medical, your doctor is the right partner, and we are glad to coach alongside their guidance.
How the body scan works
The body scan gives you an honest baseline on day 0. Instead of guessing from the bathroom scale alone, you get a fuller read on body composition, so you can see changes in muscle and fat over time rather than just a single number.
That baseline matters because scale weight moves for many reasons, including water and food timing. If you join a program, we scan again on day 21 and day 42 so progress is measured on a real scoreboard instead of a guess. Many people are surprised by how much the scan reframes what progress actually looks like.
After 30, research generally shows that inactive adults lose roughly 3 to 8% of muscle per decade, which is one reason a baseline scan is so useful. Seeing it on paper tends to make the case for strength work better than any lecture could. As with any health measurement, talk to your physician about what your numbers mean for you.
Why there is no pressure to join
No pressure is a policy here, not a slogan. The consult is genuinely free, and you are never asked to sign a contract on the spot. If a program fits, we will tell you which one and why. If it does not, we will say that too and send you off with your numbers.
Our programs are one payment, with no membership and no auto renewal. The 6-week transformation challenge and Silverback Strong, our program for adults 45 and up, are both $599, capped at 20 people, and backed by a money back scoreboard guarantee: do the work for six weeks or every dollar comes back.
That structure only works when the right people join, so a hard sell would defeat the whole purpose. We would rather have a clear yes or a friendly no than a reluctant maybe.
How to get the most out of your consult
Come with a goal in mind, even a rough one. Wanting to keep up with your kids, travel without knee pain, or feel strong at 55 all count. Specifics help Coach Clay build a plan that fits your actual life.
Bring your questions about schedule, food, and what a normal week really looks like. If daily meal photo coaching and weekly one on one check ins sound helpful, ask how they work in practice.
And if you are weighing the cost, ask about the guarantee so you understand exactly what you are risking, which is nothing but the effort you put in over six weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Is the free fitness consultation really free?
Yes. The consult at White Gorilla Fitness in Fond du Lac costs nothing and carries no obligation to buy. You get the conversation, the Health Gate screen, and a body scan at no charge, and you can leave with your baseline numbers whether or not you decide to join a program.
Do I need to be in shape before my first visit?
No. Most people who book are beginners or restarting after a long break. There is no workout test during the consult, so there is nothing to fail. The whole point is to meet you where you are and figure out the right next step for your body and your schedule.
What is the Health Gate screen?
It is a short set of health and safety questions covering things like injuries, joint pain, blood pressure, and medications. It helps Coach Clay coach you safely and adjust movements to your body. If anything stands out, he may suggest you check with your physician before starting, which is a normal precaution and not a reason to feel discouraged.
Will someone pressure me to sign up?
No. There is no contract to sign at the consult and no hard sell. If a program fits your goals, we will explain which one and why, and the choice is entirely yours. Our programs are one payment with no membership and no auto renewal, so there is nothing to cancel down the road.
What does the body scan measure?
The scan reads your body composition, giving you a fuller picture than the scale alone by showing muscle and fat rather than a single weight. It sets your day 0 baseline, and if you join a program you scan again on day 21 and day 42 to track real change. Ask your physician about what your specific numbers mean for you.
Coach Clay
Clay is the head coach at White Gorilla Fitness in Fond du Lac and has spent years coaching everyday adults, including a large over-45 community, through strength, weight loss and getting back to moving well. He built the coaching library the free Movement Vault is drawn from.