Went to an evening cycling class with Samantha for the first time and loved it! very cute studio and easy to locate it. I appreciated the dimmed light during the class itself, very nice touch. it is the first time I've seen this at a studio and it made me feel more comfortable. the instructor was very high energy and was motivating at every hard moment, had a very good playlist & good luck to her with future classes! the class itself was quite demanding class so that felt nice too. appreciated the towels provided to deal with the sweat. will be back! read more

Momentum Cycling Studio - Cycling Classes Near Me - Los Altos, California

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Great atmosphere, fantastic classes and just a fun place to work out. Love this place!

I've been wanting to try out this studio for a while since I discovered it and finally tried it out this past Sunday with a cycling class with the studio owner Victoria. It was easy booking through MINDBODY and the first class is $20. When you first walk in you notice it's definitely a no frills studio; it's basically a room with a lot of stationary bikes with natural light from the windows, regular fans attached to the walls, and no electronic progress/effort displays. There were plenty of bikes and you can either use your own clip in shoes or their cages to wear your regular sneakers. They provide towels and you'll definitely need them due to the intensity of the class and the fans being a poor cooling system - especially on a hot day! The class itself was intense - it was an hour long with no breaks and back to back high effort drills. Victoria definitely pushes you and being in a lit studio you feel like you should follow along much more than at dark studios like SoulCycle or Flywheel. It was a great class for cardio and intervals, I definitely want to try their strong body class as well which is more strengthening and probably utilizes the TRX stations in the corner of the room. Though $26 a class is somewhat expensive for me, so I would love to see them on ClassPass for more affordable options! read more

I've been a fan for the past few years until recently. My go-to instructors include Victoria, Nicole, and Bre (who is no longer there). Classes are high-energy, all my instructors have been very motivating and change things up often to keep me going. However, a few of the clientele has really brought down my personal experience in the studio recently. Several classmates leave class early without wiping down the bikes consistently. One of the worst offenders is one woman who is usually in the back row likes to "free blow" her nose during class. The first time I encountered, I thought maybe it was just a one-time issue and I should just avoid being next to her. But over the next month or so, she's been in classes where her "free blowing" caused cyclists around her to wrap their heads with towels during class or altogether avoid being next to her entirely. Instructors were notified but I'm not sure what has been done because I see the same woman back bouncing away in the back row. I won't be back and for those that are still there, please wipe down bikes before you begin and avoid the back row. read more

I dropped in for a class while visiting from out of town last summer. As a road cyclist I find spin classes pretty hit or miss - this was a HUGE hit and was absolutely the best cycling class I have ever taken! It was super challenging, it had variety, it had structure, and it was still FUN. Plus the studio was clean and bright and the instructor and even the fellow participants were all incredibly friendly and motivating. Maybe I've just been away from California too long...why is everyone so happy?!?! Anyway, five stars and really hope to visit again! read more

I have never sweat so much in my life! I am a HUGE fan of Victoria's 8am Saturday class, and I hope that someday soon I can get my ass in shape enough to go to a 6am class during the week. Victoria is a BEAST. She's yelling at you the whole time (in an incredibly amazing motivational way with some fun jokes and comments inserted here and there) and cycling harder than everyone. I love how she tells a story and drives you to challenge yourself on your own. Momentum truly does allow each person to go at their own pace and there's no pretense or gimmicks. Choice of music is also really great and my kind of vibe. Cycling is an amazing way to get a total body workout without impact on your joints. I used to run but my knees and ankles started protesting so I ventured into pilates and barre. I'm not a super fit person, and 5-year-olds can probably smoke me on a regular bicycle... but this class makes me feel amazing every single time. There are tons of regulars in the class and all of them are incredibly helpful in getting you set up and inspiring you along with Victoria. During my first class, Victoria made sure I was doing ok and even hopped off in the middle of the class to check on me. I wasn't able to get to the 4th position for a couple classes (standing and cycling) and there's no embarrassment about not being able to do it at first. Definitely a must try. I've never been so excited about going to work out, especially in the morning. Just make sure to hydrate before, during and afterwards! You will sweat buckets!! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Victoria and Momentum Cycling Studio. For my fiance and I, Tuesday night spin at Momentum is our one regular "evening out" together. We always look forward to Victoria's amazing music selection and her *intense* rides. We feel wonderful after class and we enjoy talking about the ride and how we felt. It is a wonderful way to start the week and it is a special activity that we love to do together. read more

Combines an ass-kicking hour of sweat with a "all are welcome, all levels can rock out" vibe. Victoria WORKS from the front of the room - just watching her sweat is in inspiration, but she's also got a great gift to talk you on through a solid 60+ minutes of flat out exertion. It feels good to have a teacher who's working even harder than I am - a kick in the pants. The happy hour ride combines day-ending relaxation with non-stop cardio, believe it or not. Definitely friendly to beginners - no one can see what difficulty level you set your bike to, so there's no shame in finding your own sweet spot, whether that's killer or mellow. A must-do in Los Altos. read more

If you're looking to get an intense indoors workout as if you're riding outside, Momentum is at close as it gets to riding outdoors. Climbing hills, sprinting, and time-trials are just a few techniques Victoria uses to bring the real life mountain biking experience into her studio. I've taken cycling classes all over the country and Victoria's class is by far the most intense and fun class there is. Maybe the only class that increases my heart rate to its Max. If you don't care about your technique on the bike and just want to have fun, Victoria's enthusiasm and the music she plays will get you all pumped up, making the Momentum experience a great cycling experience. P.S. If you're a music junkie like me you'll LOVEEE all the house and trance music playing while you work your butt off! read more

Better than soulcycle..they turn on fans halfway through class (no fans on during class at soulcycle). And they ask you for some input on music...apparently they have themed music days here. Finally, the lights are on during class!! They do some good multi-class packages onlne too. I will return. read more

You know that feeling after an intense workout? Exhausted but high on endorphins... that's how I feel every time I leave momentum. Victoria, Leah, Mark and the rest of the momentum instructors will give you the best cycling workout of your life! They will push you to the limit with great music and a challenging workout every time. If you want a fun, inspiring and intense workout then this is the place for you. I live in SF and I'm not the only one 'commuting' to Los Altos for weekend workouts with Victoria, she really is that good! read more

I love Momentum I decided to try it after a foot surgery and I love it. Victoria is so amazing her classes are out of this world!! You know it's a good class when somebody keep you full of energy and sweating at 6 am. If you have not give a try it you don't know what are you missing. Besides she is so beautiful in and out Patricia Sotomayor read more

I am running out of words to explain how good, refershing, energizing workout anybody can have at Momentum. Victoria provides great personal attention to all her students. She makes you work very hard but you feel good after the workouts! This is a great way to workout and show results quickly. read more

I wish there were a special 6-star rating Yelp would let you give out, say, once every five years. If I had such a privilege, I'd give it to Momentum Cycling Studio. Without being the least bit patronizing, Victoria, our instructor (and owner of the studio, I believe?) quickly figured out I was a newbie and cheerfully adjusted my cycle to fit my size. I still can't believe how patient and upbeat she was with me even though it was a full class about to start. During the spinning class, she instructed us on proper form and let us know the fitness goals for each segment of the ride. Victoria, by the way, is a beast on the bike and will make your workout as hard as you want. There was a twist to my visit, too, as a US Senator was in the studio spinning with us (God's truth) and everyone knew it. But, you know what? Victoria still made each person feel important, even a wobbly middle-aged nobody like me. Also a big deal to me? Momentum is as clean as a whistle from top to bottom. read more

I have been going to Momentum for a little over two years and have learned how to push myself harder than ever before. This is due entirely to the instruction-- I have found that the instructors here are lifelong professionals with a high level of knowledge not only about fitness but about coaching. The encouragement and reminders that YOU CAN DO IT have enabled me to push through moments when I would have wanted to slow down or quit. Having never taken a spin class, I was slightly intimidated to try cycling at this studio. The instructor I had for my first class was Victoria, the owner, and she made sure that I was set up properly on my bike. She was happy to answer any questions or concerns (what kind of shoes, etc). I found it less overwhelming to sit amongst many cycles having never done it than other group fitness activities I was new to. You can ride at your own comfort until you get used to it. There is no choreography to learn, just technique that naturally improves over time because of the well thought out instruction. I attended spin classes regularly for a year before branching out and trying the "strong body" / "core" classes. I wish I had started sooner. The fitness gained from the combination of going to both types of classes is remarkable and life-changing. Beyond the great instruction is a wonderful community of people. Attendees come from miles away. read more

I agree with Anne C! We are so fortunate to finally have a world class cycling studio in sleepy little Los Altos. Victoria is a great instructor who somehow manages to pack in an intense workout with lots of humor and fun at the same time. Workout time goes by quickly and I feel like I did something the next day. I"ve also been to Soul Cycle at Stanford Mall and felt ripped off. It's twice the cost of Momentum, the riders are right on top of each other and no one pays any attention to form or substance in there (it's pitch black). The candles creeped me out, and I found my mind wandering about all the other errands and things I needed to get done that day. I was not focused on my workout or my form at all. They did have decent music though. Momentum on the other hand is very down to earth. The studio has great light, is ventilated well and has a wonderful vibe. You can easily reserve a bike online and parking is easy and uncomplicated.Los Altos is finally coming into the new millienium! read more

I hadn't tried a spinning class until October 2013. Five months later I am addicted to spinning at Momentum. The facility is light, clean and roomy and the bikes are far enough apart that I don't feel like I am going to get kicked in the calf by my neighbor getting on the bike next to mine - Like I did at Soul Cycle in Palo Alto. The classes and instructors are a cut above everything else around here (I live in Los Altos). Specifically the attention they pay to each rider during a class is exceptional. Frequent reminders given by the instructors have helped me become a stronger rider. Things like putting my heels down during an incline, making sure I am mindful of my core being engaged during certain positions, reminding me to relax my shoulders and occasionally being told to either add or release tension on the wheel if my cadence isn't right have made me so much better. I also just love the positive vibe during any ride at Momentum. During my ride at Soul Cycle, the room had candles lit on the podium where the instructor was and some light came in from the doorway. It was very dark in the room, there was no way that the instructor could even see me let alone give me tips on how I could improve my ride. I was never really sure where the tension on my bike was supposed to be or what the correct cadence was during the workout. I left the Soul Cycle workout feeling like I needed to go and get a workout somewhere else. The instructors and their passion for riding and the individualized instruction they offer at Momentum have shown me what a great spinning workout should be. Thanks! read more

This studio is wonderful. The instructors and space are incredible. I've tried Soul Cycle and spin studios while traveling, and there's no comparison. The workouts at Momentum focus on actual riding/cycling, fitness, and getting stronger as an athlete. Workouts can vary depending on instructor, but a lot of classes include climbing to build strength, and HITS that make you faster and perform better as an athlete. Some classes also include core and strengthening at the end. The space is clean and well-lit, and smells nice (I've been to some pretty smelly studios on travel). And everyone, from instructors to people in the classes, are nice and supportive. read more

So i want to love this place. And I do love the workouts. I'm finding it frustrating though that for a 6am class you need to get there super early to get a decent bike location, like 5:30. It's hard to get to the bikes when people are spinning, they are placed so tightly. Also, bikes are saved for certain people who breeze in right at 6. Seems unfair. read more

If you are looking for a place that is primarily devoted to spin, Momentum Cycling Studio is that place. I've taken spin classes at other gyms and the quality of the classes is much better here. I have taken classes with both Victoria and Leah and they are awesome! They encourage you to do your best and the classes are good for all levels of spinners. I just wish my schedule was more regular so that I could take more classes. read more

So I'll admit I haven't been to a spin class since I started crossfit fit a few years ago, but all the great reviews and a broken toe brought me to this fabulous studio in downtown Los altos this morning. I had the pleasure of taking Victorias class who is also the owner of the studio and she in just one class got me to love spinning again! It's such a great environment- Victoria seemed to know everyone in the class today and kept giving me props for riding with a broken toe. She even sent me an email to see how my foot was doing since I had to leave before class was over. If your looking for a clean, state of the art, high energy and most of all fun work out this is the place for you! read more

LOVE the spin classes and instructors. The classes are great, the instructors are motivating. I always leave energized and looking forward to the next class. read more

I find this class very useful - I move my legs for the entire 60 minutes and find it is easy to keep pace. As a newbie, I had trouble with hearing her instructions and ended up struggling with resistance 10 :-). Victoria stepped off her bike and helped me figure it out. Love the pricing model - pay per class. Passes are transferrable and bookings cancellable - thats huge in my opinion Recommend it read more

Momentum Cycling Studio has made me "want" to exercise! Victoria has been amazing with her customized private classes. She understands we are not all PROs and really wants to help you engage in exercise, push you - but go at a realistic pace for your ability level. Her goal is to want you to WANT to come to class! She has customized playlists for us to make sure we enjoy the hour we spend spinning. So happy she is in town and I am always happy to support a women owned small business! Such a great add to Downtown Los Altos! read more

I am SO THANKFUL that Momentum Cycling came to Los Altos! It is the perfect workout with bikes that are state of the art, instructors that motivate you to take it to the next level, and an overall environment that makes you go into the zone. I've been taking classes for about two months and I can tell the difference in my leg strength and overall mood. I didn't think that I could make it through a class when I started, and now I can't imagine not taking classes multiple times a week. The owner has created an inspirational and supportive culture in the studio, and riding with the group pushes me further than I would go if riding alone. You have to try it! read more

Superb instruction, music, equipment and facility -- the best spinning experience in the Bay Area!

I look forward to classes at Momentum Cycling because I always leave with a smile. Victoria's classes are exhausting and energizing. Maria directs the most amazing Spin/TRX sessions, and there is no better butt-kick for me than Camille's Strong Body class. Online booking makes life easy. Fresh towels, clean bathrooms, and a lot of fans (both mechanical and human). read more

Wow. Took a class last night with Jackie and loved it! Been looking for something to do for a workout. I am not in shape, and I was scared to death that I would embarrass myself. But the owner Victoria took the time to show me exactly what to do, and the trainer Jackie was supportive and inspiring. I left feeling empowered and awesome. You can go at you pace, which makes this place great for beginners and real cyclists. But you will definitely sweat! The studio is new and clean with great equipment, music, etc. I am hooked! read more

Not really a fan of spinning but I live in the area so I ran out of excuses. Great place - easy parking, nice facility and the instructors are all excellent. One word about the owner. At first I thought Victoria was going to come flying off of her bike. I have never seen a spin instructor pedal as fast and work as hard as she does. How she keeps talking and spinning at the same time I will never know. And....she is personality plus. She remembers everyone's name, always very welcoming. Can't figure out what this spin place is doing in quiet Los Altos - but lucky us. FYI - now I am into spinning!! read more

First class spinning. you will be challenged and you will get stronger. Victoria is simply the best. You will not be dissappointed. Whether you are a first time rider or experienced road cyclist she has the perfect balance of personality and experience. I go 4 times a week and can't seem to get enough of her classes! read more

Amazing studio - Leah and Victoria are gifted instructors. Before I started here about 18 months ago, not only did I dislike stationary bikes, I did NO cardio. Now I am going twice per week and look forward to it. This studio has a unique sense of community which is addictive, and it is very clean and well run. Leah and Victoria motivate their classes to push harder, but the great thing with Spin is that you are in charge of your intensity level, so it works for beginners as well as competitive athletes. Highly recommend giving it a try! read more

I first took Victoria's class at equinox, and spinning has never been the same since. I always prefer to ride outside, but the classes with Victoria will make you a stronger rider on the road. read more

I prefer to ride out on the road but during the week it's hard to get out for a long ride and Victoria's spinning classes help me increase my fitness and make me stronger when I ride on the weekends. I definitely recommend her classes for any road cyclist. Her classes are intense and she motivates and pushes you to the limit if you choose to go with her. Best spinning class I have taken. read more

Wow! I just took my first spinning class and I'm drenched from head to toe - even my shoes are soaked. Great studio, great bikes, great instructor (Victoria) & a great workout. Was difficult and fun at the same time. Highly recommended! read more