The staff here is always so pleasant and welcoming! They go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. You gotta try a few instructors and go with whoever fits your needs and style best. Cyclebar is always hosting great events and welcoming new riders into their studio! Wish I lived a little closer! read more

I love how welcoming and positive this place is for all bodies. The set up is great, I love how it's tiered with the different bikes. I think shoes were included with the class which was awesome!! read more

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Would not recommend. Their staff did not help me when I was injured in class - they left that responsibility to another member. I am super disappointed in their handling of a weight being dropped on my foot during class - nothing was done about it and I am now in physical therapy dealing with the aftermath of the injury to my foot. read more

HORRIBLE HORRIBLE STUDIO Staff is SO RUDE. I was visiting town for work and decided to try a class at this studio. Unfortunately, there were no promotions for first-time riders, so I paid full price--which I was fine with. However, my flight ended up getting delayed, and I called the studio an hour before class to explain the situation and ask if a refund or credit might be possible. The person who answered told me it probably wasn't, but he'd take my number and follow up the next day. When I asked if there was a manager I could speak with, he told me not to mess with him because he was having a bad day--then hung up on me. When I tried to call back, my number had been blocked. This was an extremely unprofessional and disappointing experience. I understand that policies are policies, but there's absolutely no excuse for that kind of customer service. read more

The service is great and the instructors are really nice. First cycling class is $5 so a great deal for someone who just wants to try it out. One downside I had was my bike was not working for the first portion of the 45 min class so it was overwhelming having to reset up everything on a different bike while the class was going on and I was slightly confused once I got reset up since I missed the early instructions. Better maintenance of the bikes to make sure they work before class starts would've made my first experience much better. read more

How can I put this....CylcleBar in Seattle was such a fun place to visit. The staff is super friendly and willing to help. To be specific, the staff broke a sweat trying to help me. When you first enter the facility it is rather unassuming. The front desk will get you all signed in and have you sign a waiver. Let's be honest, you have to know when to stop and work out at your own pace. Once you enter the back area, where the magic happens, you should notice two really cool things. Number one: the bathrooms are pretty well equip with the comforts for after a sweaty and hard ride. BE AWARE, they do not have a shower on site. Wipes and other hygiene products are available in its place. Number two: you will have your name written on a locker and it is really cute. You get a nice gift bag with a t-shirt, water bottle, hand sanitizer, and something else I forgot at the moment. Highlight for me is that the people are really nice. The trainer who lead us was fearless and inspiring. She actually did the work she requested of us. We have all that trainer who yells at you but then watches you do the work and does not do it with you. This was not the case here. The trainer actually did the hard work and set a great example. I would give it another try when I want to torture myself. You really have to be into this to want to go and workout this hard. So good luck Yelpers! Give them a try and tell them I recommended you :). I don't get a kick back or anything- just think it would be cool is all. read more

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CycleBar is a positive new fitness option open in South Lake Union. It's a small space but they jam pack it with friendly people and fancy perks like free healthy snacks, water bottles, hand sanitizers, and chapsticks. My favorite part is the cold towels they give you when you step out of the studio after your class. So refreshing! It helps to cool down my face and remove all of that sweat so I don't feel icky when I leave. The bikes are nice and easy to adjust. The studio itself has great music acoustics and nice lighting that changes colors and vibrancy as you go through your ride. My only comment here is that the handlebars felt a bit sticky from the wipes used to clean them. I noticed about halfway through my rides that as my hands headed up I felt like they were removing somewhat of a film from the bike. I've tried three classes so far: Connect (a less competitive class that rides to the beat of the music and does more choreography like arm presses and tap backs), Classic (your standard class with great music and a full power board you don't see more than twice), and a 'Wine Down Wednesday' (the classic class but a nice spread of meats, cheeses, wine, beer and other goodies after class...and yes...still free). I enjoy the 'theme' classes they have, like the 'wine down Wednesdays', it gives you a time to socialize and build community instead of just running in and out of the class with no social connection to the people around you. Another ride styles they do on a regular cadence: Mash-Up Monday (songs from two different artists all class), Throwback Thursday (you can guess what that one is), Happy Hour (similar to the Wine Wednesday class), and performance (a class for the competitive rider who likes to focus on power outputs and stats). They also have free intro classes on Saturday! So check it out at no cost! You won't regret it! read more

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Experience: Really interesting experience! The best way to describe it is... it's like a bike night club competition. You get tuned up to the beat and start bumping with the gams, combining both push-up presses and weights. It is an intense full body workout. At first I thought 45 minutes was too short but it's a good intense full body workout. After you're workout, you get a nice wet threat! Don't want to spoil it but it's refreshing! Location: Unfortunately, for me, the location is just a bit too hectic to get to at this time of the day. This gym would be best for those that work or live near the area, since exercise times are right in the middle of SLU traffic. From a time benefit perspective, it's best to do home workouts or add biking to your commute. read more

Cyclebar is the newest fitness boutique to grace South Lake Union. If I had to compare Cyclebar to other cycle studios around the area, I would say it takes the positive parts of Flywheel and SoulCycle to formulate their class structure. First off, Cyclebar does have a leaderboard, and you can omit yourself from your name being displayed by logging online to your account to change that. Unlike Flywheel, the leaderboard goes by RPMs and other things (that I can't recall at the moment). Also, some instructors will utilize the board to motivate the class by showing the average RMG the class is going at and pushes everyone to work together and increase that average. Cyclebar also does an upper body routine in the middle of the class using 4 and 6 lbs bars. I personally prefer using dumbbells and yes this portion of class is optional. Cyclebar also incorporates choreography similar to SoulCycle (and even City Cycle) where you'll be challenged to do tap backs, figure 8s, isolations and push ups, just to name a few. After the upper body routine the next song is dedicated for the riders to "connect themselves" by riding to your own flow. I like that some instructors do ask you to cover the monitor on your bike with a towel so you won't be distracted on your RPMs and gear. To be honest with you, I have found the instructors at Cyclebar to be a hit or miss. However, if you are looking for someone that makes the class fun and pushes you to work hard, sign up with Erwin! I love his energy, class structure and music. I do encourage people interested in Cyclebar to try different instructors to find one that you'll like. As for amenities, they do have 2 showers, lockers, snacks, and a water station. The only things I'm not too crazy about are how tiny their showers are, and that the locker area is crazy busy. We'll see if the congestion improves now that they are no longer offering the unlimited free classes during their grand opening. Of course parking is a pain in this area so don't get pissed off if you choose to drive on over. You're better off taking public transportation, walking, and/or ride sharing it over getting stuck in traffic. In conclusion, I think Cyclebar is a great place for those who want a mix of Flywheel and SoulCycle in one class. **BONUS** when you leave the studio, the staff hands everyone cold face towels for you to cool down with. OMGawd it feels so good!!! read more

CYCLEBAR - Cycling Classes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We took a class with Brittany and she was SO fun! Her playlist was amazing, she remembered all of our name and joked with us the whole class. I also was surprised at how much parking there was around this area! Since it is in a back corner of the Amazon campus, there's actually a ton of street parking spots in the hours after work and during the weekends! read more

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Collette at the front desk was very friendly and answered all my questions. She has a great smile and great energy! Clean location too!

Wow, this place knows how to welcome newcomers! As a first time cycler (biker? Spin class attendee?) I was anxious about the unknowns of walking into a new fitness style I haven't tried before. Wow was I proven wrong. The staff immediately noticed I wasn't sure where to go, greeted me, and showed me the ropes. They helped me sign in, choose the right shoes, find my locker (decorated with my name as a new student!), and the instructor then helped me find my bike and walked me through bike setup. The workout was really tough but the instructor was clear throughout that everything had modifications and options. The environment of class and of the community was really kind and welcoming. All skill levels were present in class, which I loved to see. I'll be back soon, and am so glad I gave it a try! read more

This one star is specifically in response to their refusal to extend my class pack beyond one month during COVID. Not everyone can work out with a mask on and with Omicron surging, this should be a no brainer. It was incredibly disappointing and makes no sense. Other studios in the area have extended given the extenuating circumstances. Recommend checking those out - row house, club Pilates, etc. read more

This is my favorite cycle studio in Seattle. From beginning to end I find the experience here better than any other studio. First, the front desk people are super friendly and helpful and don't give off that same clicky vibe that you can occasionally run into at workout studios. The show rentals are free and are already laid out in cubbies below the check in/iPad area. In terms of the class itself, I find the bikes really nice/steady/new. I've never had a weird wobble on any of their bikes and find them really easy to set up. I also love the screens they have on them so you can see your resistance and RPMs. This makes it much easier to gauge your performance or know if you need to adjust during your ride. I've also loved every instructor I've had as they've all been super upbeat and friendly. The throwback Thursday class varies a lot in the style of music (e.g. ive been to one that was 90s rock and one that was throwback rap) so that is one thing to be aware of if you prefer more modern pop music for your ride. I find the classes challenging but also doable even if you are new to cycling, which I like a lot, and is different than say a soul cycle or burn cycle. When you finish your ride they always have cold mint towels waiting, and coffee/bananas if it's in the morning (the coffee is actually good!!). Would recommend checking it out regardless of if you are new or regular at cycling. read more

Brittany is AWESOME! Great coach, awesome music, super high energy. I loved her class and highly recommend it. The facilities are great - shower and bathroom are clean and easy to use. Really happy I decided to drop in for a class while I was in Seattle for the week. read more

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I'm glad that they're doing the free trial period; otherwise, this would be a four star review. The intro class with Erwin was awesome. His music was energetic and a good mix of genres (rock, pop, and hip hop). The bike spacing was comfortable! The weight bars were great for arm workouts (I like them better than the hand weights). The bike stats were emailed right after class ended. The cold towel after class was a nice touch. I like knowing exactly what gear I'm in, instead of guessing by "turns" at other studios. The facility is small and the locker area is cramped. You have to change in the bathroom, but there aren't any shelves or metal hooks to put your stuff on/up. The hook on the door was a plastic hook that would definitely have broken under the weight of my backpack. The staff is still getting up to speed. No one could confirm that my SPD-SL cleats would clip in --- yes, they do! The provided shoes have the two-hole SPD cleats, if you're wondering. I feel like they should know stuff like this. Overall, everyone was really nice. If they could figure out a changing area or install shelving/hooks, that would be great! I will be back for more. read more

First time at cyclebar slu and Emily b was so helpful and really made me feel comfortable and ready for the class. Can't wait to ride again!

Spin class isn't something I'd normally do- I'm more of a "do my own thing" at the gym than a class type of person and I have a love/hate (emphasis on the hate) relationship with all things cardio. But my friend convinced me to try out a class with her and I'm so glad I did! First off, the studio is BEAUTIFUL. It definitely feels like a high-class but welcoming environment and they have so many cool/trendy touches to the studio. They even had a welcome sign for me on one of the lockers! Also, spin shoe rentals are free and the bikes are all really good quality. We took Mel's class and it was a killer but she really kept the energy up and was super motivating. The music and lights also helped set the mood, which was much needed for the sprints. I was happy to see that the class even had a section dedicated to upper body, so it really did feel like a full body workout. I finished the class completely spent and exhausted but feeling amazing. I'm not sure if I'll be returning anytime soon (I can see why a spin membership here would be worth it, but it's just not in my budget) but I really did enjoy my experience here. Tip: your very first class here is only $5!! read more

I thought I'd hate it but it turned out to be a banger! This was a fun workout to say the least! I went in thinking I'd hate it and I'd be hurting a lot by the end (not the good kind of hurt when you know the gains are on it's way but the kind where your knees hurt like hell and you feel old and sad) but it was a lot of fun and I had a great time! Things I didn't like: there were like 6 of us who were new but 0 explanation was provided on what was going to happen. I didn't even know how to clip my shoes on to the pedal (is that common knowledge??) and the lack of direction really impacted my score. Once I got a hang of it, I was doing ok so it would be great if a 2 min intro is given for all the first timers sake. This impacted my workout hence the 4 star Things I loved: Everything once I got the hang of it! It was so much fun and I got a really good workout out of it! The instructor was awesome and brought in so much energy! There is no way I'd stay on a bike for that long without that banging music and all my fellow cyclebarist! The upper body workout that we did in the middle of the workout helped really balance the workout. The staff was super friendly and I even got a free water bottle! I'm definitely going to sign up for a few more sessions and I have a strong feeling that I'm going to update this to a 5 star review after my next session! :) read more

High voltage cardio workout. Friendly and welcoming staff, great instructors. I love doing drop-ins when I'm in town for a great workout. 100% coming back for more! read more

Collette was so helpful to me when I rode for the first time. She was so friendly and always smiling. Definitely will be continuing my membership! read more

So much fun! I loved my ride! Row at the front desk was awesome - answered all my questions and made sure my bike was perfectly adjusted! I can't wait to ride again! read more

Compared to Flywheel, the instructors are not as consistent. My motivation at CycleBar is highly dependent on how good the instructors are. The facilities are clean, and during their grand opening they did a really good job making the ambiance inviting and welcoming. The studio is a little smaller than Flywheel, but I like how close it is to my apartment so I can shower right after before heading out to work. The free trial was also on point - I'm on Classpass so I hope CycleBar gets on Classpass as I'd definitely come here. Based on convenience I'd probably attend this studio more than Flywheel. read more

This place is a fantastic! I took advantage of the free first class they offer today and while I don't think I'll be coming back (I'm not a huge fan of bikes) I definitely recommend this place to others. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The studio even lends shoes to attach to the bikes so you just need to show up with socks and they'll get you on your way. The actual studio itself is quaint but effective about their space. There are lockers and changing rooms and a small food area. The internal studio where the bikes are have really cool lights and a really nice music setup. I took a 7pm throwback class and the instructor was great! She was motivating without being too pushy and while I felt that they did explain things to be before, I was a little lost at times (but thays to be expected.) The class was 45 min with upper and lower body work (mostly lower.) There weren't any breaks but the class was structured in a way where you could take it somewhat at your own pace, which was nice for a beginner like me. Give this place a try! With that free intro class you can get your own feel for whether it's a good fit! read more

This place is amazing! It's worth taco-ing about to all my friends! Every other Tuesday is Taco Tuesday here and you get delicious as a reward for your work out. As a self proclaimed couch potato, this is a really fun workout for me to get my cardio in. It's pretty much like a club in the cycling room since the beat is sick and the instructor is great at getting the energy of the room up read more

CYCLEBAR - Cycling Classes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been a member at CycleBar since day one and it's the only workout I've found that I enjoy doing consistently. The staff are all super friendly, and there's a good variety of classes, class times, and instructors, so there's something for everyone. One song per class is dedicated to low weight, high rep arm exercises, so it's more than just straight cardio. They have nice amenities (fruit, hair ties, coffee, cold towels) and the studio is always really clean. One downside is that there are only two restrooms and two showers, so best to change or shower elsewhere during busy times. Otherwise, I'd highly recommend as a full-body workout! read more

PROs: Friendly staff and high-quality bikes CONS: Boring classes, terrible studio layout, and over the top branding. To start, my class experience was just really boring. We just pedaled the bikes to bad techno music (i.e. not much creativity or choreography). Second, having dedicated locker rooms really makes a big difference when you have people showing up from work that need to change and use the restroom as well as people coming out of class that need to shower and go back to work. A lot of times I was late getting into class or back to work because there are simply no place to change or get ready. It was also really frustrating that people would use the bathrooms to change before or after class. Lastly, the branding is terrible. The only thing worse than SoulCycle's inauthentic banding is a bad knock-off. CycleStars!? Come on. It is a hard pass for me. read more

My friend introduced me to Cycle Bar and the first class was free! I was a little nervous about coming because I had heard so much about Soul Cycle and that it's such an intense work out. But I had so much fun! Upon arrival, the front desk assisted me in checking-in, getting my shoe size, and showing me the facilities. They had even set up a locker and wrote "Welcome Cathy" on it for me. There was a free water bottle inside. The lockers have a built-in combination code so you don't have to bring a lock which is super convenient. They have 2 washrooms and 2 individual shower rooms, fully equipped with soap, shampoo, towels and even HAIR PINS. They also have lotion, deodorant, water, apples, mandarins and bananas. In the mornings, they serve coffee and on Wednesdays, they have wine after their 5:45pm class. When inside the room, the instructor assisted me with setting up my bike and helped me clip in. The class was so fun! It's like clubbing except you're working out. They have ear plugs for you to wear if you find the music is too loud. I definitely recommend checking this place out! And since the first class is free, you have nothing to lose! read more

I started going to Cyclebar about the same time that it opened- over 6 months ago. I went into it thinking I would just use up the new student promo but immediately got addicted. One of the main reasons I decided to continue with a membership is because of BRITTANY!!! She is my favorite instructor, HANDS DOWN! Every single class she teaches is super high energy, her playlists are always LIT and she is always finding new ways to challenge the class. Every time I bring a friend to class with me I make sure we sign up for Brittany's class because I know they will love it. Shout out to this studio for always having snacks, coffee, HH's, refreshing lavender towels and friendly staff. read more

Cycle bar is my new obsession! I will preface this by saying that I am an avid weightlifter and have never been interested in cardio. Cycle bar has changed my outlook and has made me enjoy and look forward to my cardio workouts. The team, the atmosphere and the energy in this place is radiant and welcoming. It feels like a community. This is also an awesome workout to do with your significant other. My husband and I don't typically work out together but this has been the only workout we enjoy together. Give this place a try. It will change your world. P.S: Shannon is our favorite! read more

Such a fun and positive environment to work out in. It's all about the instructors- Niki, Brittany, Mel and more. Love theme days and the contests too. Thx for helping keeping me moving everyday! :) read more

I LOVE CycleBar all of the instructors are great, the protocols during COVID make me feel safe and everything is extremely clean. Deavonnie and Brittany are fantastic with absolute Queen energy!! Would recommend to everyone read more

just now NEW I've been going here for years, and enjoyed the classes. I was never able to afford the full membership as it's around $200 for the unlimited class package. However, they were offering a promotion that made the unlimited package $25 a month. I was over the moon excited. Unfortunately I should've read the fine print more carefully. They require 30 written notice of cancellation (which was news to me, new policy? Not exactly sure but I've had memberships with them in the past that did not need a written cancellation notice). So they want you to call and cancel the day you get the membership but they don't inform you of this policy until your contract comes in an email and unfortunately mine did not come until 3 days after I purchased. I tried to freeze my account and they confirmed at receptions they would be able to do that with a "freeze fee". Okay fine, can't afford the $200 now so bad no choice but to agree. Then when I checked my bank balance they had processed the entire fee. Taking my rent money out of my account after we both agreed on a freeze for 90 days to decide what to do. They made it clear I wouldn't be able to simply cancel, I would have to pay for another month. Whether I consented or not. My plan was to wait a few months and then get the most inexpensive package they have which still comes out to around $110 for 4 classes. None of this should have happened but I realize sometimes there are clerical errors. No big deal, so I call and let them know the situation & they let me know there would be no refund whatsoever. They had no record of my request to freeze (apparently you have to put that in writing as well? But that's not what the receptionis told me at the studio). Not only that, but they were incredibly rude and spoke over my the whole time, talking down to me like what did I expect? I kept asking her to please just let me finish my thought & she kept interrupting me and talking over me. Then she accused me of having a "messy argument" with the receptionist which is absolutely NOT the case. & to be honest I resent the implication. Even her tone (Veronica) was confrontational and completely unnecessary. I'm mortified as it is, I would love nothing more than to be able to afford $200 a month for spin classes but that's just not where I am in my life right now. I've been going here for years and I felt so judged that I couldn't afford it. I went to them all throughout covid, even when they were doing classes at other studios and outside. I honestly don't think I can ever go back, knowing they view their customers this way. I've told friends about CycleBar and referred dozens of people to try a class with them & I couldn't be more disappointed in their handling of this situation. Having a little empathy goes a long way, and I wish they'd done better. So I'm having to deal with my bank to get the refund that I simply cannot afford. They seem much more understanding of the situation and informed me this is a common tactic for Elite studios to try and bait and switch customers. Hopefully they handle the situation timely and I'm able to move on. Anyway, try at your own risk. If you're paying them they're the sweetest people but when you can't any longer, they'll treat you like a problem they don't want to deal with (that's putting it kindly). I wish I'd recorded the conversation, maybe they do and the owner can use it as an example of how not to treat people, going forward. Aside from that, the studio itself has two showers, lockers and bikes. Pretty basic and small, but nice enough. Limited classes per day considering the cost but probably pretty standard among spin studios. read more

LOVE this studio. Staff is super friendly, instructors are high energy, and the studio itself is clean and open. I moved from San Diego and continue to love the CycleBar ride in my new home of Seattle. My only con is parking. I have to go in the morning because otherwise there's nowhere to park and traffic is challenging. I'm hoping they finish construction in the area soon. Just give yourself plenty of time to get there! read more

Great class - instructor talks a lot about "life" which maybe too much for some people. Music level was good where you don't need earplugs. The best part is the tea, water, snacks, fruits and the lavender scented wet cold towel after class! read more

CYCLEBAR - Cycling Classes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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CycleBar provides a great work out, and even better community

Lovely new studio near SLU! I'm an avid fan of Flywheel and Soulcycle and was happy to hear about this new studio opening. The bikes are identical to the ones I used to use at Equinox San Francisco - they tell you power as well as distance which you do not get from Flywheel/Soulcycle bikes. During the 50 minute class, I cycle about 15.5 miles which I was really happy with. The studio is super clean and equipped with everything you can think of - shoe rental, 2 showers, cubbies with lockers, snacks (usually bananas or apples), filtered water, and towels. In the restroom, they also have deodorant/tampons which is convenient. I loved the music variety and class format - the only thing I probably dislike was the temperature of the studio. It was slightly too cold for me - I really enjoy breaking up a sweat when I do spin classes, but CycleBar keeps their AC on during class times. I guess some people prefer that so the rooms don't get too hot. Moving forward, I'll probably switch up my cycle classes among studios, but won't stick solely to CycleBar given the temperature of the rooms. Two thumbs way up though and truly happy to welcome a new studio! read more

I completed my promo class and am definitely signing up for a membership, mainly because everyone is so nice!!! The instructor was awesome- super upbeat, encouraging, and stayed around to chat after the workout. Workout was pretty challenging; I think we could have been pushed a little more, however you can up the resistance and make it as hard as you want. Loved the yoga-type cool down at the end. Really enjoyed the extra steps staff took to make me feel comfortable and at ease. They were really nice and guided me along the process of my first ride. The cold towels, snacks and drinks offered post-ride was just the cherry on top! Excited for my next ride! read more

I really like the format of Classic class. Nice and exuberant instructors that helped to get oriented and me set me up on the first class. Pros: I love the Schwinn Carbon Blue bikes. Easy to use once you get the hang of it. Loaner shoes, post workout lavender towel and snacks. Love the theater, lighting, teachers. Clean. High calorie burn. I like the leaderboard and sense of competitiveness works for me, goals of level and RPMs are necessary if me so I don't prefer the Connect class. Cons: hard to park on weekday nights, crammed theater, would like fun music that we could recognize, crammed locker room area, very very expensive. (Redmond studio is more spacious) Despite the cons, still really enjoying it! read more

I think this is certainly one of the better spin spots in Seattle The staff is really friendly, instructors are great (especially Anthony!) and the music is on point. read more