This was definitely an experience! I checked out Rev'd Indoor Cycling this week through Classpass. I have done some other cycling classes and do love to road cycle as well, but have not done one that is quite as hyped! It was definitely fun to try out.
They are located near downtown Tempe, next to The Showcase Room/Culinary Drop Out. I was able to snag a street parking spot easily enough at 8:30 am on a weekday.
They are currently going under renovations, so a lot of things going on, but the studio overall is lovely. Upon check-in, you have the option to rent shoes for $3, as you are required to clip in. I did bring my own, but they were not compatible, but I found three dollars to be super reasonable!
You take the stairs to their studio space, where they have a small cubby/storage and water area before heading into the room.
Upon entering, I did not realized that bikes were assigned, as I was not given direction after check-in, but connected with an instructor easily enough who guided me. They clump everyone together, so make it more of a group vibe, which I an appreciate it!
The room is essentially blacked out and this particular class which was House VS Hip Hop, had two instructors. The music be BANGING, between the lights, the music and overall hype, it's definitely a fun experience. There was not much direction in setting up your bike, I set it sort of normally as I would riding on the street, which with all the movement and bouncing, I would have probably done something a bit different on a return visit! They do give you a run down on various positions with your hands and off we go!
It was very fun, very high energy and definitely a great cardio workout. It was more than classic bike sprinting, they included various other workouts and hand movements to engage the core and your arms. I think it would be something fun to do with a group, but was also fun solo. The instructors were very friendly and encouraging. it was a bit tough to hear them, but that's to be expected with such loud music I suppose! It was about 50ish minutes and left me feeling sweaty and like I got a killer burn in and they definitely lived up to their name.
The classes themselves are about $35 for most of their classes, which I am not sure I would do, but with Classpass credits, felt like a better bang for my buck! read more