FAQ | Shane Diet Resorts & Weight Loss Spa

- Spinning
- Outdoor Pool
- Indoor Pool Aerobics
- Stretching
- Circuit Training
- Zumba
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Step Aerobics
- Aerobics
- Dance Class
- Bike Riding
- Cross Fit
- Boxing

FAQs

Who comes to Shane Diet Resorts?
Where do guests come from?
Is this a Spa Program?
I haven’t been exercising lately. Will I be able to keep up?
What if I'm really overweight?
How long should I stay?
How much weight can I expect to lose?
What's included in the cost?
Can you accommodate vegetarians, food allergies or special dietary needs?
Is there medical emergency help available?
Does my medical insurance cover a stay at Shane Diet Resorts?
What are the rooms like?
What time is check in? Check out?
Can I get airport transportation?
What is the Change and Cancellation Policy?
Can I bring my cell phone/PDA?
How about my laptop?
Can I bring my pet?
Do I need a car during my stay?
What should I bring with me?
Will I need to bring money?
What spa services are available?
Is there television available?
Is smoking allowed?

Who comes to Shane Diet Resorts & Weight Loss Spa?
Women and Men from 18 – 25 just like you who come to change their shape (and their lives) at Shane Diet Resorts. Whether you are in college or carving out a great career, if you want to jump start your weight loss, get a fitness routine that works (and keeps on working) for you and have a blast doing it, you've come to the right place.

Adults over 25 find their place here, too. Today really is the first day of the rest of your life and there's no better time to begin to lose that weight and improve your health. Enjoy the amazing services of Honor’s Haven while following Shane Diet Resorts’ effective and fun fitness and weight loss program. (Return to Top)

Where do guests come from?
Our guests come from all over the world: From the four corners of the US, Canada, Europe, Africa and even South America. You'll get to meet and make friends with people whose language and culture might be different, but whose goals are the same as yours--to lose weight, get healthy and enjoy a fantastic vacation. (Return to Top)

Is this a Spa Program?
Though you can enjoy a massage, indulge in a facial, or even try reflexology (for discount prices--how cool is that?) Shane Diet Resorts is a diet and weight loss program. Our guests don't come for the spa services, but to lose weight, ramp up their fitness, and have a terrific vacation. Since we are not a spa in the traditional sense, you won't get bugged to buy expensive "products" (or vitamins or special foods, for that matter.) This helps us keep the costs down which means the savings get passed on to you. (Return to Top)

I haven’t been exercising lately. Will I be able to keep up?
Sure. Since everybody gets their own level of fitness evaluated (privately--not to worry) by one of our fitness staff, an exercise program is created just for you. (Return to Top)

What if I'm really overweight?
Whether you have a little or a lot of weight to lose, Shane Diet Resorts will be able to help you get going...but definitely get a medical checkup and your doctor's okay before you begin. (Return to Top)

How long should I stay?
If you are 18-25 years old, the minimum stay is two weeks. That's just enough time to get going (and watch the pounds start rolling off.) If you can stay longer—four weeks or more—you'll naturally lose even more weight and get more fit.

For anyone 26 or older, the minimum stay is one week. In those 7 days, you will get a jump-start on your weight loss goals and start a fitness program that you can live with when you go home. Stay longer if you like. We are so glad to have you.

Give us a call and we can help you pick the program stay that is right for you. (Return to Top)

How much weight can I expect to lose?
If you stick to the program (no sneaking candy bars or napping through every exercise class,) you can expect to lose at least 2-3 pounds a week, depending on your current weight and fitness level. Many guests lose much more! (Return to Top)

What's included in the cost?
The Shane Diet Resorts weight loss program fee is all-inclusive and covers:

Your room (for young adults, single, double or triple accommodations and for adults single and double accommodations, all depending on availability)
All meals and snacks
A personal fitness evaluation
A highly supervised and fun activity program
Nutrition, cooking and exercise classes
Excursions and shopping trips*
Seminars and lifestyle programs
All taxes and gratuities

(Excluded is transportation to/from the Honor’s Haven, personal laundry, spa treatments, and golf lessons, though some of these are available at discounted rates.)

*Special excursions such as to New York City, an evening out with your new friends, or concert tickets to Bethel Woods are also excluded.) (Return to Top)

Can you accommodate vegetarians, food allergies or special dietary needs?
We offer vegetarian options at each meal and work with you to accommodate any food allergies or special dietary needs. We want you to like the food, so please tell us about what you need before you come and we will be happy to help. (Return to Top)

Is there medical emergency help available?
Shane Diet Resorts is just minutes away from the Ellenville Community Hospital. (Return to Top)

Does my medical insurance cover a stay at Shane Diet Resorts?
It's possible, but everybody's insurance is different. Check with your insurer and we'll be glad to help with the paperwork if you find you are covered. (Return to Top)

What are the rooms like?
For young adults, we offer single, double and triple accommodations (subject to availability.) The rooms are big and have lovely private baths.

For adults over the age of 25, we offer double accommodations if you come with a friend or partner and single if you come on your own. If you would like to be matched with a roommate, we'll do our best to find you one and will then be able to offer you the lower, double accommodations rate. (Return to Top)

What time is check in? Check out?
Check in begins at 4 pm on the first day of each two-week session and, for the adult weight loss program, the first day of each weekly session. Orientation begins after dinner on the first evening. Check-out time is 11 am on the last day of each session. (Return to Top)

Can I get airport transportation?
Our van service can only pick up at Newark Airport and you need to arrive before 2 pm. Return flights should be arranged to depart after 2 pm. If your flight schedule doesn’t permit our van to transport you, there is bus and private car service available. Once you have your flights scheduled, please email us the flight information and we will hook you up. (Return to Top)

What is the Change and Cancellation Policy?

If you cancel prior to April 1, you will get a refund of all fees paid, less a non-refundable registration fee of $250.
If you cancel more than thirty days before the start of the session in which you are enrolled, you will receive a full refund of all fees, less a non-refundable registration fee of $500.
If you cancel less than thirty days prior to the start of the enrolled session, the fees paid are non-refundable.
Due to the seasonal nature of a summer resort program, there is no refund or credit for any part of the session not completed. (Return to Top)

Can I bring my cell phone/PDA?
Sure, but text your friends you will be too busy dropping pounds to chat much with them. Promise you'll post photos the second you are skinnier. And please set your phone to vibrate during the day. Ringing throws off everybody's concentration...including yours. Or better yet—leave your phone in the room. (Return to Top)

How about my laptop?
Yes, there is free wireless available throughout the Resort, including in the guest rooms, but we have no computer guru on-site to help if your laptop doesn't like the Catskills, so prepare to be self-sufficient technology-wise. (Return to Top)

Can I bring my pet?
Nope. We love our pets too (we have two Standard Poodles!), but we are concentrating on humans here. Promise your dog more long, healthy walks when you get home and your cat...well, you'll more energetically clean their litter box when you are fit and healthy. (Return to Top)

Do I need a car during my stay?
No. We can arrange for transportation to/from Honor's Haven, where we are located, and provide transportation for any outside programs and excursions. But if you do bring a car, free parking is available. (Return to Top)

What should I bring with me?
We'll send you a packing list, but we are casual here. Bring:

Shorts, t-shirts, bathing suits, and workout clothes for the day.
Jeans, slacks, t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, sweaters and sweatshirts for night.
Comfortable sneakers and hiking shoes, flip-flops for the pool and spa, and a rain jacket/poncho and umbrella.
A flashlight for evening walks .
A light backpack for excursions.
A water bottle for every day.
Something a bit dressier for any special evening entertainment.
Books and your iPod (what's life without music?)

Though the Weight Loss Resort does have complimentary safe deposit boxes available in each room, we recommend you leave the expensive jewelry and valuables at home. (Return to Top)

Will I need to bring money?
Bring a major credit card if you want to use the discounted spa services, play golf, take horseback riding lessons or for special excursions, like if you want to catch a movie or join us for an dinner out (it's practice for going back to the "real world"—we'll be right there to help you make good food choices.) (Return to Top)

Bring some cash if you want to do laundry—we'll send it out for you and get it back same day clean and nicely folded.

There’s a store on site at the Weight Loss Resort for everyday personal items like batteries, toothbrushes, dental floss and hair conditioner. (Return to Top)

What spa services are available?
Specific spa services available during your stay are posted under Spa Services. There is also a hot tub, sauna and steam room, all included in the cost of the program. (Your sore muscles will thank you.) (Return to Top)

Is there television available?
We've got a great flat screen television and DVD player for watching movies and shows in the evening. Every room has a TV, too, but unless you’re planning your new career as "America's Next Top Model", what are you doing watching TV? Get up and out! (Return to Top)

Is smoking allowed?
All rooms and common indoor areas of the Resort are smoke-free. Smokers are limited to smoking in designated outdoor areas during free periods. (Return to Top)