"2015-04-20T00:00:00"^^ . . "4"^^ . "2"^^ . "0"^^ . "0"^^ . "As an avid indoor cyclist, I was extremely excited to try a class at this facility. If I had to break down what makes a cycling facility\"great\", I think about 5 categories: Facility/Bikes/Staff (4), Instructor (5), Ride (Grudging 5), Music (5), Classmates (5)\n\nI would love to become a regular here, but at the end-of the day, while most everything about FSY was amazing, it's just not my style. \n\nFacility/Bikes/Staff \nTo start, this is a beautiful facility -- clean, modern, bikes were well-maintained (took a cycling class) and the front desk staff was very friendly. \n\nThe cycling room itself left a little to be desired -- a) it was ridiculously hot in the cycling room and b) the bikes are really close together and the room pitch-black dark, save for \"candles\" on instructor podium. The temp/lighting (and the only reason for a ding from me) could have been addressed (couldn't imagine what it would be like in a full class) but I think the other 2 are intentional (a la SoulCycle). \n\nInstructor\nI took class with Stephane and would recommend. Welcomed me at the beginning and checked-in after class. The ride was clearly planned (nothing worse than feeling like the instructor is making it up as they go along) and he was encouraging throughout\n\nRide\nI'll preface this with: \"the Soulcycle style of indoor cycling (fully dark room, dancing on a bike) is not my preferred style\". I would even go so far as to say I hate it and think all of the \"extras\" are ridiculous and potentially dangerous-- push-ups on a bike are not push-ups and 3 lb biceps curls aren't doing much of anything. \n\nHOWEVER, if that's the kind of ride you like, and it really is a matter of preference, this seemed to be a great class - I think the rest of the class really enjoyed it. But if you're looking for a more traditional cycling class (playing with varying resistance), this isn't that.\n\nMusic\nNot a lot to say here -- the music was great and fit the ride.\n\nClassmates\nOne of the risks of boutique gyms is that you end up with cliques and \"mean-girls\". Didn't have that vibe at all. The other people in my class were friendly and helpful!"^^ . . .