Lead Trainers

Shannon Hamilton aka "The King of Boot Camp"

My name is Shannon Hamilton Sr. I’m originally from New Orleans La. I’m currently President and CEO of Get in Shape Boot Camp LLC, Get in Shape Kids Camp and Get in Shape Athletics. Co-Founder of Youth in Action Camp (Specialty Camps)and Get in Shape Teen Weight Loss Boot Camp.

I am an Ex-Navy Electronic Technician Submarines, US Navy Diver and served about the Great Subs, USS Haddock, USS Grayling and USS Key West. I have trained with US Navy Special forces SEALS, EOD, on several Top Secret missions abroad. I am a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist with American Aerobics Association International and International Sports Medicine Association.

I started Boot Camp because I was 320lbs, frustrated with my health and outward appearance. My initial goal was just to lose a few pounds and get rid of my BIG STOMACH. But after my first month of Boot Camp, I found that this was a passion to help others achieve health and wellness forever. That’s when Get in Shape Boot Camp was born. I started Get in Shape Boot Camp because it would help me stay in shape and so I can share my success with other people that were overweight and wanted to finally get rid of that extra weight.

Now a few years later, I have help thousands of people lose weight, get in shape, and achieve their health and fitness goals. I have also helped many of my students become trainers in the fitness fields. Some have started Boot Camps, Personal Trainers, Zumba instructors, Yoga instructors, some are now coaches for College teams, and a few have even taken our training to other countries and become professional athlete coaches and trainers.

My future goals are to now help thousands of families overcome Childhood Obesity, Poor Eating Habits and much more. So our programs are not just for adults, they are for everyone in the entire family. All Fitness Levels are Welcomed and invited. I want you to always think of Get in Shape Athletics as the true program for you and your family.

Marcus Hamilton aka "The Prince of Boot Camp"

My name is Marcus Hamilton, I have been a personal trainer for 3 years and I am the son of "The Boot Camp King," Shannon Hamilton Sr. I came from California in 2008 to work for Get in Shape Boot Camp as an assistant trainer for my Father, and now I am a Lead Trainer helping hundreds of people achieve their health and fitness goals. I am also a Certified Personal Trainer with American Aerobics Association International and International Sports Medicine Association.

I am an ex-motrocross racer from the Golden State TransCAL North Division and high school colleigate wrestler. My focus here is to educate children and adults in the importance of nutrition and fitness so that they can live a happier, healthier, and more productive lifestyle.

William Dorsey

"Pain is Temporary, but Pride is Forever!"

My name is William Dorsey. I’m 42 years young and I am a native of Atlanta. I have been with Get In Shape BootCamp for three years. I started off as a student then became an assistant trainer. I am now a lead trainer (6:30 p.m. class) for the Stone Mountain location. I am employed as a Police Officer for the City Of Atlanta. I have been with the force for 14 years. I originally joined Get in Shape Boot Camp to help me with the physical aspects of my job and fell in love with the health benefits of getting and staying in shape.

I have recently received my personal training certification and I am very passionate about helping others attain their fitness goals, whether it's to lose weight or gain muscle, or simply tone. If you're reading this now, I'm calling on YOU, plus, all athletes, former athletes, social runner, and couch poatatoes to join the Get in Shape Boot Camp family!

Dell Simpson

"I'm dedicated to your SUCCESS!"

My name is Dell Simpson. I’m originally from Sumner, Mississippi and have lived in Georgia for the past 11 years. I served 26 years in the
U. S. Army and am now retired. For several of those years, I was a Drill Instructor training over 1,200 new recruits in fitness and leadership concepts.

It was this experience that led me to becoming a Lead Trainer with Get in Shape Boot Camp. Prior to becoming a Lead Trainer, I started out as a student. After the first month of boot camp, I realized that I could utilize my drill instructing experience and apply it to the individuals attending boot camp.

I am a certified fitness instructor and have a passion for leading a healthy lifestyle and helping others achieve their fitness goals. In December 2010, I was recognized as the Boot Camp Instructor of the year. I trained 800+ individuals at the Stone Mountain Park location alone in that one year.

In addition to teaching boot camp classes for adults, I’m currently working with our Youth in Action Camp coaching kids in sports agility training and health concepts. After the summer, I will turn my focus to working with kids in our Get in Shape Kids Camp addressing the serious and growing problem of childhood obesity and taking on personal training clients.

I am married to a wonderful woman and blessed with three incredible children. Outside of boot camp, I am a sports enthusiast and love to hike, ride my bike, and play Frisbee.

I invite you to join Get in Shape Boot Camp and work out with me at the Stone Mountain Park location. You will always find there at 5:15 a.m. waiting on my students, whether it’s one student or fifty – in searing heat, torrential rain, icy sleet, or in a freezing snow storm - I'm there for you!