Where does the name “burpee” come from? ADVERTISEMENT 524 viewsJune 15, 2011 0 Dejinira June 15, 2011 0 Comments 5 Answers ActiveVotedNewestOldest 0 Joanne0 Posted 0 Comments I remember the first time I heard “burpee.” I was taking a group fitness class in London, England and the instructor demonstrated a burpee. I then realized it was a squat thrust. Perhaps there is an English connection? You are viewing 1 out of 5 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login