I remember my first time visiting RYDE a year ago, and it was such a fun experience. It was my first cycling experience, and the staff was friendly and made me feel so welcomed. Fast forward to now, when I renewed my ClassPass for a month trial, RYDE was the very first class I booked because it was my favorite. I've tried other cycling establishments, but RYDE reigns superior. The studio is clean and modern. And the bathrooms are equipped with everything a girl will need, and they have Aesop soap! That's all that I need to say. I am a regular rock climber, but once I phase out of that, I can definitely see myself being a RYDE regular. The classes are high-energy, and the instructors are fantastic at keeping you motivated. I thoroughly enjoyed my classes with Gustavo and Leon. If you are on the fence about giving cycling here a chance, please do yourself a favor and try it out. It is like a party, but you're putting your energy into biking. I'm not sure when I will be back because I currently cannot justify paying almost $300 a month for a membership, but I look forward to my next visit to RYDE! read more

If you want a WORK. OUT. This is the place to go! I've never truly enjoyed cycling classes until I came here. The playlists are always fire. I've taken multiple teachers, and all have been great. Be warned, this is the type of cycling class where you'll be doing arm choreography, but that's what makes it so fun! It's a really clean space, and the room is dark, so you don't have to worry about all eyes being on you. I wouldn't say it's easy for beginners, but you can always adjust to your needs. read more

Today was my first time visiting this location and we felt so welcomed upon entering! While I've taken a number of spin classes before, I'm not consistent and I tend to hop studios as I use ClassPass. I was honestly a bit nervous about attending a class here as I assumed the class would be more elite than what I was used to. Instead, our instructor, León, not only made us feel warm and welcomed, but he also made us feel so comfortable! He let us know that the choreography was optional and that the most important thing was to enjoy the class at whatever pace we were able to do. What a relief! But even as a non-consistent spinner, I was still able to keep up and do most of the choreography. It was great! Plus the song selection was a lot of fun. Thanks, León, for hosting such a fun class and for creating an inclusive environment for those of all levels! We appreciate it and will be back to see you soon! read more

Tried this place out from the tidbits package. It was my first cycling studio class and I really enjoyed it! Their facilities are so clean and and bright! The studio room itself was dimmed, and our instructor played the BEST and most HYPE music. I really liked how the room was dimmed because it made me feel like I couldn't be judged, especially since this was my first cycling class and I had NO idea what i was doing. It was a nice touch how staff came in at the end of the session with cold scented towels to cool us down. I had a good burn and felt the soreness the next day. I would definitely come back and recommend this place to others. read more

Tried RYDE while visiting Houston and absolutely loved it! I had issues trying to book online, but upon arriving for my Saturday noon class was greeted and helped quickly. The doors didn't open until noon, which is nice because it allows everyone riding a chance to get there and get familiar with everything. I participated in Jessica's class, very nice and super energetic! I thought she had a great vibe throughout the entire class and made everyone feel welcomed. States bones are used and have both SPD and Delta clips on the pedals. Complimentary towels are placed on the bike and you're also given a cold towel past class. Great experience, looking forward to my next visit! read more

RYDE River Oaks - Fitness & Instruction Near Me - Houston, Texas

What a fun studio! This is only a cycling studio, so if you're looking for yoga - this is not the place. I've been to RYDE a hand full of times, and it's been a sweaty experience every time. The instructors really like being there and teaching! In a couple of my classes, there were instructors-in-training, which was cool. It really shows that they're serious about who gets to lead a class and who gets to call the shots on a spin workout. Plus, at the end of the workout, you're emailed your stats i.e. power, rank, speed, etc. Both SPD and Delta shoes work here, but your tennis shoes won't work here, so you'll have to rent them. They have water and earplugs available, as well as lots of other amenities and showers. I definitely need ear plugs because sometimes it feels like I ended up in a club on a bike! I leave each class inspired, and often YouTubing or googling the songs I heard. It's the only way I can keep up with "cool new music" these days. Oh, parking! It's in the adjacent parking lot and there's parking across street next to Barnes and Noble as well. read more

Apparently Ryde had my review deleted after I posted a review regarding one of their instructor, Chris. If the company has my review deleted again, I will post the unwanted videos that their employee sent me. Everyone attending and considering Ryde needs to know what this garbage human is like who Ryde protects and continues to employ. Chris, one of the instructors at Ryde, made repeated unwanted sexual advances towards me after I took one of his classes. I have since learned that he has done so to a ton of women that attend workout classes there. EVERYONE that works at Ryde is well aware that this guy objectifies the women that attend ride and tries to use clients for sex. I contacted the studio about this, and nothing was done. He contacted me via my private social media account, sending suggestive texts and making advances, and then did the same each time I saw him at Ryde while I was taking OTHER instructors classes specifically because I was trying to avoid him. He makes it uncomfortable and extremely awkward in the studio with his disgusting constant unwanted advances. It is utterly disgusting, and he does not belong at an otherwise great fitness studio. read more

I'm always on the lookout to try new fitness boutiques that offer another way to move my body and wanted to try out this place out for spin as they offered $25 for your first class or an unlimited week for $40. It's located in the River Oaks area next to the theatre and Epicure Cafe. Parking is limited as there is only a small lot in the front and back of this shopping center, so come early if you can to snag a spot! There is also paid street parking if anything. Walking in, the studio is clean and has bright natural lighting filtering in from the front. There's usually always 2 people at the front desk to check you in and offer assistance like renting out spin shoes or changing your bike number. They usually also give you a small tour of the place to let you know where the lockers, bathrooms, and water fountain are located. Keep in mind that this place is pretty small compared to other studios in my opinion, so I hope you're okay with being a little elbow to elbow for a bit when waiting for class to start or after it ends. Some of my favorite instructors are the following: -CJ: Typically a lot of EDM in his playlists though he does have some hip-hop as well. Beware that he also loves doing jumps and has some pretty fast songs in his playlist too, but you WILL get a workout! -Gustavo: If you were looking to add some Latin flavor to your bike rides, take his class! Although, also a lot of them will be fast-paced songs. -Karson: If you want to WORK, take her class. I feel like Karson does her best to bring out the best in you! read more

Simply the best! From the first time that I stepped foot into RYDE I knew that I was going to love it! Everyone from the front desk staff to the instructors are all so welcoming and they all make sure to greet everyone and make everyone feel comfortable. The facility is so clean and sleek and the bikes are top notch! I've been to several studios in Houston and around the country and nothing compares to RYDE! Now on to the classes. The classes are a great and fun workout, they are also an excellent way for me to relax and let go of everything that has been stressing me. It's one of my forms of therapy! Each bike keeps track of your metrics and you get a email after class so that you can keep track of your progress. After class is over they bring ice cold eucalyptus towels to your bike while stretching! (so clutch)I love the different variations of music played during class by each instructor and the different theme RYDES. It makes class fun and go by so fast that doesn't even feel like a workout, more like a party on a bike! I saw someone mention that they were offended by the music being played, but it's the same thing being played on the radio, in the gym and at all other spin studios I've visited, even Soul cycle. As a person of color, I can honestly say that I have never been offended by the music played. I know the instructors intentions are not to offend anyone. It's not like the instructors are rapping the lyrics. I don't come to RYDE to workout to baby shark, I want to get pumped and a little ratchet sometimes. (nothing wrong with that) LOL Even if you don't like or feel comfortable with the rap music/lyrics, they have many instructors to choose from that don't play rap. I love that about RYDE too! They have so many class times and instructors to choose from if something isn't working for you. I also love how they partner with local businesses and have events at different venues around town and also at the studio after classes. Some days they will have coffee for early classes, snacks/lunch for mid day classes, samples from different healthy meal prep companies for evenings and of course bubbles/mimosas for Saturdays or special occasion classes! I have met so many people here that have turned into lifelong friends! The owners are so nice and always so accommodating. If there are any issues they are always prompt in addressing it and working with customers to make sure they feel taken care of and appreciated! To be honest, their customer service is one of the make reasons I love RYDE. I've brought so many of my friends to RYDE and they all love it too! RYDE has truly spoiled me, whenever I go to other studios I can't help but compare. Once you experience RYDE, you won't want to go anywhere else! read more

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I've been coming to Ryde quite regularly now and I absolutely love it! I've only been to a few other cycling classes at different gyms and Ryde has been the only one that has been able to keep me interested and actually make me break a sweat. I've taken classes with instructors Ashley, Brad, and Lauren. My favorite session has been with Ashley, her energy is out the roof and her teaching style is fantastic. It definitely helped keep me in the zone and focused. The facility itself is very cool! As soon as you walk in, you are greeted by the receptionist at a very long bar-like desk. In the corner they have some 'Ryde' flare for sale like T-Shirts and Water Bottles. If you've been to Ryde before, no need to bring your wallet to buy anything. They already have your credit card on file tied to your membership. Heading towards the back area of the building you will find the lockers and two separate bathrooms for men and women. The bathrooms also include one shower if you prefer to clean up there. The actual studio where all the fun takes place is pretty badass. It's a dark setting. There are several fans on the ceiling to keep you cooled down during spinning. When the class actually starts although it's dark, the crazy fun light show that goes on brightens it up quite a bit. The music choice is great, more of an EDM playlist which I enjoy a ton. At the end of your 45-minute spin, the staff brings in cold mint-freshed scented towels to wipe yourself down with. I've been very pleased with my visits here, and recommend you check it out! read more

RYDE River Oaks - Fitness & Instruction Near Me - Houston, Texas

There just aren't enough good things to say about this place! I'm not one to usually write reviews but I feel like I've gotten a good enough insight into this place as I have been consistently going for the past 6 months. From the moment I walked in the first time, I was greeted by Ashlee who sadly no longer works here but she ensured that I was comfortable in my bike and knew exactly what to expect. Since then, everyone at the front desk (Victoria, Kaitlynn, Miranda, Carly, Mariah, Nia, Will, Juelle) is welcoming and get to know you by name. There are a few others that just started and are so kind as well. The managers Jessica and Mark always have everything together and running smoothly and if there's ever an issue, they're quick to resolve it and are easily accessible. And then the instructors...all so different and fun!!! You will be constantly challenged by all of them and hooked immediately by the energy in the room. They are tough, yet encouraging, and have always made me keep wanting to come back for more. So much so that I actually actively work out now when before this, working out was never really a part of my life. CJ & Isaias are my personal favorite but you cannot go wrong with absolutely any of them! Overall, this is an amazing place. I have been to a couple different studios, and though not bad, they just don't compare to RYDE. read more

*LIFE CHANGER* This was my first time trying a spin class and YES. RYDE was everything I wanted & more! You get lost in the intensity, to the beats, and to the adrenaline. If you're competitive, peddle to your little hearts desire because they rank where you are in the class! SO, IF YOU AIN'T FIRST YOU'RE LAST! These classes have minimal "choreography", but that's just to increase the intensity of the workout (in addition to having to shift your gears)! From the minute you walk in, you feel like you belong. There are no cliques here. Everyone is welcome. Let it all go, and peddle, peddle, peddle! NOTE: I will warn you that if you have hip or knee problems, you may want to consult with a doctor, just like any fitness program you initiate. My hip labrum was already on the edge of tearing, and when I tried picking up spin class as a hobby, my labrum tore! Not because of the class, but because of the seats that are used in spin classes! They are NOT the most comfortable, especially when you are riding up & down the seats. I had hip surgery a few months later... read more

I come to this studio for class pass and the spin classes are WONDERFUL. The staff are all super nice and professional. I love the energy that all the staff have here. You know you're going to be surrounded by people who are healthy both physically and mentally. That's super important to me going to a gym/studio. I want to be surrounded by positive people and enjoy my class. I go through classpass and am able to go to a few classes a month without buying a membership. I am however considering a membership and buying shoes it's THAT good. At the end of class, they provide moist towels to cleanse yourself before you leave. I LOVE IT! read more

Best spin studio in Houston. Clean and great equipment. Policies are spelled out to you too. The staff is friendly and helpful. It's a great way to meet people with the socials added in too! read more

I was a very active member at Revolution Studio which recently closed its doors. I was devastated and worried I'd never find another studio that compared. Well, today I tried RYDE river oaks and I'm ecstatic to say it was AMAZING and exceeded my expectations. I arrived, was greeted right away and given a tour of the facility. When I got to my bike I was greeted again and offered assistance. I was greeted a third time by the instructor Jessica and she even gave me a shout out during class. The class was energetic, challenging, and so much fun. The music was amazing and the ambiance was outstanding. Just what I had been missing. I will most definitely be back! Best spinning experience I've had in Houston so far. read more

Tried every spin studio in Houston and my heart belongs to RYDE. Incredible instructors with the best music- Chris, Caroline, karson all amazing and get me (who hates cardio) to push myself like crazy and get a good detoxing sweat. read more

RYDE with the mob! Once you try this studio a few times, you will seriously feel like part of a team/unit. The instructors here always challenge how much you are willing to "bring it" on any given day. The lighting patterns & fully immersive sound system truly contribute to my willingness to work. There are a variety of themed rides for a multitude of music tastes to help power through those intense workouts. One thing to note is that they do charge $3.50 for cycling shoe rentals if you are not equipped with your own. I would recommend Caroline & Stephanie as they always bring the best energy & playlists! read more

I absolutely loved my class here. I used the Class Pass app for a free ride! I got free shoes since it was my first time. They sell bottled water for $3.00. The class itself was awesome! The instructor was very motivational and uplifting. I thought the music set was solid. I was alll the way in the back, which I liked. I love that the room gets dark because I can get self-conscience around others since I'm not the best rider. They give nice cool towels afterward. They also check on you regularly in the beginning and end of the class. I felt very well-taken care of. I'll definitely be back! read more

Really enjoyed my first visit to Ryde. I have two good friends that swear by it even though there are closer studios to both of them so I finally checked it out. My class was in the evening with Lauren. Loved: Plenty of parking. Very kind and helpful staff (thank you Stephanie) that made me feel welcome and comfortable. The tracker/calculator is fun and I haven't seen it at other studios - I wished I'd burned more calories, but still good to know and track your progress as you advance. The program was pretty tough - I think it's harder than some of the competitors. LOVE the minty towels at the end! So so: Actually I didn't realize they only have one actual studio room. The public space is really tight so it's congested getting in and out of the class and getting to the lockers. Not unmanageable, but still a pretty tight squeeze. I found it a little hard to follow and understand the instructor, but it takes me a bit to catch on to something new. Didn't love the music in my class but understand everyone has their own preferences. Not sure it's my very favorite studio in Houston, but certainly enjoyed and plan to come back again soon. read more

I experienced my first class at Ryde by booking through class pass. The staff that worked in the front of the studio were very friendly, no issues there. Shoes are free to rent your first time, after that there is a $3 rental charge. Lockers and towels are free to use for riders. The staff will help you set up your bike before class so make sure you arrive 10-15 minutes early to get your shoes and bike properly set up. Now to the actual class. The instructor had high energy and the music was good. I am an experienced rider so I should have asked to ride closer to the front. I didn't like how people in the class were not following what the instructor told us to do. I understand that people have all different levels but it was hard to stay on beat when people are just sitting on their bike leisurely riding or standing all the way up. I saw a couple people using proper technique and a few staying on beat. I would have liked to worked out arms for more than 2 minutes (I used 3lb weights). I thing it would be beneficial if the instructor would say how many turns in we should be especially when we did our climb. I would try ryde again, but I think I'll sit closer to the front next time in hopes to have a better experience. read more

Rockstar workout. I came to Ryde on a guest pass that my buddy Vik gave me. The studio is only a 20-minute drive from downtown and I was easily able to find a parking spot in the back near an e-cig store. I met Andrew when I arrived who was very friendly and showed me around the facility. This location is very clean, but small. As Vik stated, the locker room is very tiny and has a single shower. A filtered water tap is conveniently located just outside the studio for your water bottle. You can reserve a numbered bike online prior to the class and receive an email afterwards with your results. Nice use of technology. Keyless lockers and towels are provided. Shoes are also available if needed. This place really does everything for you and you don't have to worry about a thing. The studio itself has about 32 bikes and books-up fast. Arrive early, because it's going to be dark. The workout has a lot of head bobbing, push-ups, and leaning in different directions. Expect to work more muscles than just your legs. During one song, we did arm & shoulder exercises with dumbbells. Overall a good workout and you definitely will sweat. I also like the menthol-fresh towel that was served to me at the end of the workout. For what I didn't like about Ryde, one thing is that the studio was very hot. I started sweating right after the first song and the fans were not really going until the end of the session. I have never left this much sweat on the floor of a spin class, and I almost ran out of water. I'm used to cleaning-up my sweat puddles afterwards and was a little embarrassed that I left a couple of lakes that I was told would be wiped-up for me. I can always tell when a spin class instructor is a cyclist. We didn't really focus much on cycling techniques, except for a little shoulder stabilization at one point of the session. You will spend most of your time standing, so not much for up and down intervals, long hill climbs or posture. We did do a little bit of speed training and sprints, though, and recovery time in between songs is minimal. It would be nice to see optimal cadence, FTP and FTHR training. I'm not looking for a personal, specialized triathlon training session. I would like to see a group class that focuses on legs, core and riding techniques to help me on my weekend, century and two-day rides. There is a studio in Dallas that does this for the MS-150 and HH100 events. For $22 a session I would love to come back to this place if I could focus strictly on cycling techniques and not cardio spin for the masses. Unfortunately all I received for the most part was a good sweat session. For pure calorie burn, there are cheaper options out there. I would give Ryde 3.5 stars for my own personal rating, but bump it up to 4 for the outstanding service you will receive. 1/22/2016 UPDATE ----------------------- Ryde is offering 90-minute MS-150 training rides every Sunday at 12:30pm. Cost is $40. MS-150 recommended rides are about the same cost as Ryde's training session, so not a bad deal if you look at it that way. Will try a session in a week and report back. read more

If you are looking for a fun way to get a work out, come here!!!! I am addicted to working out here, it is so much fun! at first I bought the 1 week pass, thinking it was going to be something to do for a week. But, I ended up buying the Infinite month package. It's a little pricey, but worth it! I like scheduling in my work out times.So many times I say I'm going to the gym after work, but end up bailing on it. This method allows me to remain on schedule and keep up with working out regularly. Lisi and Rush will push you to give it your all! Everyone has really good beats, and great classes. On average, I burn 450+ calories a class. I tried revolution studio, and I preferred the staff and ambience at Ryde. The rooms are not as hot and stuffy. I have recommend all my friends to at least try it! read more

RYDE River Oaks - Spin spin - Fitness & Instruction Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Been spinning for 20+ years at EVERY venue Houston has had to offer. NOTHING COMPARES to the experience at RYDE. VERY fun and top level workout. EITHER RIVER OAKS OR HEIGHTS, IT'S A MUST-TRY. HUGE advocate for this great experience!!!! read more

I love RYDE so much! The classes are so intense but so much fun! I recommend getting the $30 unlimited week and trying out as many instructors as possible I've tried ~10 instructors over the past couple months and my favorites by far are: Lauren, Ashley, and Drew. They are so energetic and motivating. Their classes also kick my butt every time I haven't gone to many spin studios in Houston but RYDE beats all the places I've tried in Austin. read more

I live in California and love spin studios. I used to have ClassPass and Ryde is also on ClassPass. My favorite studio is Flywheel and I've also tried Soul Cycle once. I signed up for the Sunday 10:15 class with Morgan on Saturday night and my sister and I reserved the last two bikes. The class is $15 and shoe rentals are included for first-timers but if you're not a first-timer, the class is $22 and shoe rentals are $3. I would recommend buying your own shoes if you plan on becoming a regular. Lockers and towel service are included and the music is great! Their Spotify is rydehouston if you need some new workout music. The instructor did a good job motivating the class to "start the week off right" but I still prefer Flywheel to Ryde and Soul Cycle. I found it difficult to determine how much resistance I was putting on my bike when I turned the dial. I prefer Flywheel's tech-pack which provides a simpler and more accurate view of resistance and RPM. I also missed the TorqBoard which helps motivate me by showing how I compare to other riders in class. The eucalyptus towel was a nice touch at the end of class though. I prefer Flywheel overall but I'm glad spin studios like Ryde exist in Houston. read more

I LOVE this studio. I've been to several other studios in Houston (CycleBar, Revolution, Define), and Ryde is by far my favorite. Both the River Oaks and Downtown locations are beautiful, clean, and much more spacious than some of the other spin studios in town. I personally like the River Oaks location because I feel like it feels more intimate (and maybe because that is where I started), but seriously, the Downtown location is top-notch. The instructors and desk staff are so kind, have a ton of energy, and the studio in general has more of a down-to-earth feel as compared to some other studios I've been to, which feel more snobby. I also like that Ryde tracks your stats and sends an email after class letting you know how many calories you've burned, your ranking in class, max Power, RPM, mileage, etc. I like this because it lets me see how hard I worked (or didn't work) and lets me track my progress over time. Other studios I've been to either don't have bikes capable of tracking that at all, or they display your stats on a board for the entire class to see, which some people may like, but I personally don't. The pricing is also very comparable to the other studios in Houston (way cheaper than SoulCycle). I started out attending Ryde a few times a month via ClassPass, but have had an unlimited monthly membership for awhile now and go 3-4 times a week. Most studios have the option of purchasing multiple monthly unlimited memberships for an even more discounted rate; however, Ryde is unique in that you can purchase a 3-month unlimited membership, but they will charge you every month instead of making you pay the entire 3-month sum at once. I really like that! read more

Go to Ryde if 1) If you want to spin 2) and want the best studio 3) and want the best spin class xoxo-Megan You're welcome. Energetic, intense workout, fun. An all-around amazing experience. Get there early if you're new and all they'll take great care of you. read more

Loud loud loud music! Bring ear plugs if you treasure your hearing. First impressions count. I shouldn't have to yell at staff to be heard.

I would NOT recommend this business to anyone. Please try Revolution Studio or Cyclebar instead. In fact, visit either of these studios and you will never return to RYDE. I have a membership at Revolution but decided to try RYDE and signed up for the Unlimited weekly rides since it's in the area. Let me start by saying the customer service is absolutely unacceptable. I walked in and was not greeted. There were two young ladies at the desk. One was helping someone and one was just standing there. As I walked up to Maranda ( the one just standing there). I started with "excuse me".... She cut me off.." You can get checked in down there. I walked to the other lady that was had just helped the previous couple. As she was checking me in, Maranda checked in two people that walked in after me. I had to ask if there were lockers and where the studio was even though the lady checking me knew it was my first time at the studio. Cyclebar and Revolution greet you, know u by name when you walk in, have your name on a locker, walk you to your studio and locker, help you setup your bike if you are new to riding etc. It was like being used to Chick-fil-a customer service and then walking into Popeyes. Now for the ride, the instructor was nice I will give him that. It was just very hard to understand him with his thick accent so I needed him to actually ride instead of just jumping around and yelling instructions. That way, I could follow him although it was hard to understand him. Most of the people are regulars it seemed bc they knew not only what he was saying but what it meant. Also, the music was blahhhh! I paid for an unlimited week but I won't be back. I'm going back to Revolution. The customer service is great and it is a warm and diverse group with themed rides ( good music) which I love. Coleman read more

Spin class is a pretty boujee concept, but Ryde does it really well with engaging instructors, a clean & fun environment and great music (instructors playlists vary, but you'll find someone you like). Got introduced to Ryde through a friend referring me through ClassPass and semi-committed to the work outs by purchasing a 10-pack of rides to supplement our monthly ClassPass bookings. We've tried several instructors and find Rush to be our favorite in terms of workout style and music. Not sure if we'll renew our pack of rides since it's an expensive hobby (cost per class, shoes), but it's definitely a nice change of pace from typical yoga/gym/HIIT training workouts. read more

Why is RYDE so cool besides the instructors who make you think "I want that body" and the awesome playlists that make you feel like you're in a club without having to wear the "way too tight" skirt and the "why did i wear these" heels? Every bike has a console that tracks your workout so after each class you get emailed your performance metrics. You get to know your average rpm, power, energy, miles, and calories from that sweat sesh and all your previous rides in a nice little graph. They also list the top 10 performers for each ride for overall, men, and women. I love that you get to see how you improve over time. My only thing is I wish they had stadium seating. Tips for newbies: -2 lb'ers will be enough -Sit in the third row so you can see how the experienced riders in the 1st/2nd row ride to the rhythm. If you sit too far back, you can get off beat a lot easier by all the other confused newbies. read more

I loooove Ryde! I hate cardio - so coming to Ryde once a week gives me the best full-body workout. After trying several spin studios around Houston - this place is definitely one of the best. Biggest Pro: BIKES Their bike has a console at the front of the bike that tracks your performance and uploads it later to your account so you can see how well you did. I've always wondered how many calories I've burned and if I was getting as good of a workout as the person next to me. This is a MAJOR win for me. Other pros include their helpful staff and the amazing chilled eucalyptus towel that gets passed out at the end as you're stretching. Ryde also has to be one of the best studios because they also host charity rydes- which is so so awesome of them. Biggest con: Their restroom is tiny. 2 showers, 1 toilet. read more

So I don't think I've logged into my yelp account in over a year, but searching for Houston BBQ led me back and maybe it's time to get back into reviews? Nevertheless, I felt compelled to write a few kind words for this awesome studio. I, like many before me, tried the studio out because my wife got me on class pass and then my coworkers kept talking about how awesome RYDE is. Fast forward almost a year and now we both have unlimited memberships and we've come to know and love the staff that works here while spending an hour or two a few times a week listening to great music. As far as the studios in Houston goes, RYDE is definitely my favorite. If you're a SoulCycle person, I highly recommend this place since I think they share many similarities in terms of class style and overall experience while getting bonus features like your stats and a cold towel at the end of class (super clutch after you've been sweating like a madman for 45min). From the minute you walk in you'll hear some awesome remixes, EDM, or hip hop (which you can also find on their spotify playlist @rydehouston), you'll be greeted by awesome staff who are super down to earth. As other reviews have mentioned, yes things are a little cramped near the lockers, but there's just enough space to get ready for class, and if you bump into anyone, it's an opportunity to strike up a conversation, right? Once the doors open you'll have a chance to hop on your bike (which someone will help you set up whether its your 1st time or your 5th time). An awesome class happens, sadly it ends, but then you're greeted with a refrigerated, wet eucalyptus towel. If that's not enough you can take a shower using some fancy pants Sachajuan/Aesop/Grown Alchemist products. Once all that's done you'll definitely be contemplating when you can book your next RYDE. read more

Great studio, staff is nice, welcoming, and very helpful. Those rosemary cold towels are the bommmmmmbbbbb!!!

Pros 1. knowledgable instructors 2. fancy atmosphere 3. good music selection although sometimes repetitive 4. useful technology that emails you your stats after class 5. chilled towel after workout is AMAZING Cons 1. $3 shoe rental, crazy... 2. not very personable as other spin classes i've been to 3. not as fun as other spin classes i've gone to 4. Prices are a little too expensive for the experience.... read more

This place is a recipe for an amazing work out. And it's super cute. In a cute area of town, so A++ Let me say that I have tried out ALL the major cycle studios (that I will not name cause I don't wants to be rude, k?) This is hands down THE BEST out of all of them. Here is why: 1. The music. Has the best beats 2. The instructors 3. 5 minutes until the end they walk in and pass out cool mint towels to each rider 4. The staff is so friendly as genuinely cares and loves what they do 5. Parking really is a non issue 6. The facility is sleek and modern 7. They are the ONLY cycle studios that offers a monthly unlimited plan 8. On the actual bike has your RPMs, WATTS, calories burned. Right after your session the send you a summary of calories burned, energy spent, watts, RPMS. I am obsessed. Enough said. Thanks to them my ass is amazing read more

After Ascent closed, (a moment of silence while I cry into my coffee) I was on the hunt for a new cycling studio. A friend suggested Ryde so off I went and I've been back a bunch of times since. The space is great. Really clean and modern with locking lockers and nice bathrooms. It can get a little congested between classes, but not a big deal. The staff is consistently super friendly. Let me just get the negative out of the way: it's really annoying that you have to rent shoes for $3. They should be included in the cost of the class. I'd actually prefer to wear my tennis shoes but they don't allow it. Ok, now that we're done with that let's move onto the positives. 1) The instructors are all great. Super energetic and fun. Sometimes it can be hard to hear but generally very easy to follow. 2) Class is always challenging and always a good workout. I know I'm going to leave the session sweaty. The music makes it fun too. 3) Because it's so dark I never feel like people are watching me or judging me which is great. 4) I like the summary that gets emailed afterwards to tell you your watts, speed, etc... 5) Great class times and always available on classpass. If you book through them you can reserve a specific bike. Wish you could do the same through Classpass. read more

A lovely boutique spin studio I visit each month with my ClassPass membership. From their unique clock welcoming you at check-in, to the friendly staff and fun instructors, a ride at RYDE is always an experience. The classes are the same intensity that you would expect at any other boutique. I noticed some of the bikes do not work for performance stats, as I've not had success turning some of them on but others seems to work easily. There is only 1 shower in the ladies' restroom, but this was never an issue for me. read more

Pretty much can say I might be Ryde's #1 fan- I have been waiting for this studio to open up for quite some time now. It met my expectations and then some! This is such a fantastic place that I would literally recommend to ANYONE. I mean that! Any fitness level, whether or not you have any spin class experience. This is such a killer workout and you make it your own, which is the beauty of it. The facility itself is clean, bright, and welcoming. The spin bikes are really nice, and easy to setup. The room itself is awesome, with mirrors, lights that change during class (like colors, brightness, etc), and the most important thing a great loud sound system! I cannot say enough about the staff at Ryde. I have been taking spin classes for along time, and these are the creme de la creme of instructors. Trust me, this makes a WORLD of difference in a class like this. They are fun, energetic, charismatic, and most importantly helpful. I always leave class like, did I just dance for 45 mins or workout? Just such a great energy. As for some of the other finer details, they have shoes available if you dot have the one's that allow you to clip in. Towel service is provided. Bring your own water bottle (they have a filtered fountain), or you can purchase water. They also have a small selection of snacks and juice from Squeezed. Parking, at least for me so far, has been a BREEZE. You reserve your bike ahead of time, so there is no fighting for a spot here. The pricing ranges, but I think an average is about 18-22 dollars a session. Its worth it! All the instructors are fantastic- but I have to give a big shout out to Rush! Hes the best instructor I have ever taken (and is the reason I am actually at Ryde!) read more

This is probably a 3.5 stars review but I've rounded down in the hopes of effecting change. I just moved to Houston recently and have been looking for an alternative to Flywheel. I've been a consistent Flywheel rider for about 3 years and have also been to classes at SoulCycle and Peloton. Ryde is much more akin to SoulCycle than Flywheel. Flywheel uses metrics and numbers. The Ryde bikes have a display that shows you RPMs, watts, and gear but it's not used very much during the classes. Classes: At Ryde, you spend almost the entire class riding out of the saddle. During most songs, they ask you to do "choreography" such as bending down and doing crunches into the handlebars or swaying from side to side or back to front. You generally ride to the beat of the class. I prefer classes where you alternate riding both in the saddle and out of the saddle. I miss doing seated climbs. I also don't enjoy the choreography very much; I just don't think doing crunches while riding a bike provides that much of an extra workout. This is my biggest gripe with Ryde. The class is a lot like SoulCycle so if you like SoulCycle, it'll probably work for you. I prefer my spin classes to be focused on bike riding so it's not my favourite. Instructors: I've now taken classes with almost every instructor they have and overall, they all seem fairly pleasant. The differences between instructors are pretty small and most classes are structured similarly. If you're new, the instructors or staff will help you set up your bike and give you some tips before the class starts which is helpful. Music: They pretty much only play EDM. Once in a while, an instructor throws in a throwback song or a recent pop jam but mostly - EDM. I am generally not down with bike riding to music I can't sing along to so this brings the stars down a bit too. I think if the instructors were more varied in their music choices, I could just pick the ones that played the music I like but they legit ALL play only EDM. It's bananas. Timing: This must be a Houston problem but I don't understand why they have no classes in the 7:00 am hour. There is one on Wednesdays but that's it. I don't need to get up 6:30 am for work so I never make the really early classes and I can't go to the 8:30 am because it's not cool if I roll into work at 10. I end up going to the evening classes but I would immensely prefer to work out in the mornings so Ryde, if you're listening: please add 7:30am classes. Amenities: Lockers are pretty standard. The cold towels they hand out at the end are a nice touch. Regular towels are stacked on the bike. There's only one shower which is odd but I get the sense no one really showers there. They do have soap, shampoo, etc. if you do. I guess people go home to get ready and then go to work? Seems pretty clean. Clip-in shoes and water cost extra ($2 each I think) which is a bummer but it seems most studios here do that so not out of the ordinary. read more