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| - WOW. If I could give CycleBar six stars, I would. This studio is an absolute MUST for any athlete. Whether you use it to mix up your regular routine (I'm a marathoner) or as your go-to exercise, the workout will kick your butt and give back at least as much as you put into it. I have never done spin prior to CycleBar (found out about this studio at Clt. Pride) and after a few classes, yes there is a learning curve for newbies, you are hooked. I have raved about this studio to everyone who will listen.
Good energy and positive vibes hit you as soon as you walk in the door. Super friendly and helpful staff greet you and get you settled in completely (from finding shoes for you, showing you how to check in on the iPads, filling up a complimentary water bottle, and helping you set up your bike). You don't have to worry about feeling lost or uncomfortable if you're a newbie like me. You feel like you are a special guest of the studio as the staff is so attentive and plentiful. There are so many cool freebie amenities (hand sanitizer, chap-stick, towelettes, hair ties, fresh fruit, etc.) and the clean showers are stocked with products (and I love that they provide little plastic bags to stash your sweaty gym clothes in and towels - no carting your own back and forth).
The workout itself is topnotch. The instructors, known as CycleStars, set the bar very high but don't make you feel uncomfortable as they remind this is "your ride" and "your time to leave everything else at the door." There are all types of bodies and fitness levels in the class. The CycleStars congratulate you at the door as you leave and are engaging with any questions, concerns, or general small talk (I've enjoyed getting to hear their fitness stories). There is a good mix of resistance training (hills) and speed work during class and I LOVE that they dedicate one song to an arm workout (my triceps are still sore from Sunday's class). There are some themed classes (my favorite is the Friday, Happy Hour 5:30pm class that concludes with a celebratory drink!)
Another HUGE plus for me is the stellar customer service. I have emailed the owner Lisa at least five times already (again newbie stuff) and she responds usually within an hour. Lisa always addresses my questions and doesn't seem annoyed with all my inquiries. The very prompt and responsive attention from the studio is noteworthy as I have not experienced the same awesome customer service from other local spin studios. The class also sends out feedback surveys after each class and thus far it appears as though they read and implement suggestions.
The only "negative" is that my legs are a bit sore post workout so I can only do a few classes per week (thus far). I'm looking forward to getting in better shape so I can do more classes. Check out the website, there are still promotions going on at present.
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