Phew! Last night was amazing! I took the Hip Hop Sweat Cycle class with Latosha and invited a couple friends! Parking is street parking, some streets have meters and some don't. To sign up for classes I used the phone app to reserve the bikes which was very quick to do. Shoe rental is $3 if you need to borrow shoes for the class. Before last night I had done one sweat cycle class with Yelp so this was my first real class and I felt so welcomed. When we arrived staff was soooo nice and helpful getting my friends set up on their bikes and helping me make sure that I had set mine up correctly. The room was so hot and humid that I felt like I'm in a tropical jungle. When class started everyone cheered and welcomed my friends and some other people who's first time it was and even the girl next to me gave me a high five and was so excited to meet me. I really loved everyone's happy and excited energy which definitely helped keep me pumped and moving. Being quite out of shape I can get self conscious about being new at something and slower at it than others, but everyone is so kind and uplifting! Latosha was very motivating while giving easy to follow instructions. The music is quite loud but I was able to hear her throughout the entire class. If you've been eyeing Sweat Cycle, I recommend just signing up for a class and just trying it! If you feel like it's getting too hot or you need a break, all you have to do is click out of the bike and go outside to get some fresh air and refill your water at the water station. Several people did this and then returned when ready to jump back into class. Listen to your body and have fun. read more

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Melissa! 10/10 instructor. The studio was so nice and clean. There are cubbies for your items and a nice place to reset before and after class. The class is huge but doesn't feel stuffy. It was def one of the hardest things I've had to do in a workout class. I would highly recommend!! read more

Sweat Cycle - Cycling Classes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

#1 HOTTEST workout in LA - literally. Anytime I wanna get the most out of my workout, Sweat Cycle is where it's at. The instructors & the music are also tops - this local woman-owned biz has been around for over a decade & the deep community vibe is very clear walking through the studio. I want to say they're one of just a couple spin studios that survived COVID Pandemic & made it up to today -- which goes to show how well they serve the local community. They know what's up! Also all the free street parking is a bonus + the Starbucks on the corner!! read more

I live down the street and do hot yoga and Barry's so this was the perfect hybrid of cardio and heated room. I really loved my class. I signed up before hand and was a little upset when I showed up as the classes if you show up in person for first time its 10 dollars but if your prepared and book online it's 20. Plus when you go in it's kinda unorganized because they can't tell if you're new or not so you kinda have to figure it out on your own. I would recommend if you're new going in person and not doing anything online. read more

One of the most exhilarating, exciting, intimidating and sweaaaaaat fullllll experiences I've had this year! Or maybe even ever, actually. I've been here twice now and I can say that I throughly get my a** kicked (in a good way) every time. It hurts sooooo good for the next 2 days. I come for hip hop Tuesdays with Latosha! I genuinely leave inspired and motivated to get back down to a size 6. It's a little crowded in there but you'll be so much in your zone you won't even notice. The only true con is parking. I would suggest getting there early or you might be able to find a spot at the meters across the street. 10/10 recommend if you're looking into it tho! read more

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Still one of my favorites spots to workout in and the ONLY spin studio I belong to! They're clean! Mind their own business! Super structured! Honest and helpful!! Mimi, the owner, was MORE than helpful with me this morning as I was running a few minutes late and needed help with my bike and being guided into this particular dark room and desired a good workout. Mimi seems to be running a welcoming and kind ship at this brand new location where everyone is treated with respect and she especially treated me with respect when she knew I needed the extra help today!! I will be back and always spread the good word with the great instructors and great music they have as well!! All in all a ten star workout!! read more

I do regular spin 6 days a week and I finish off my week with a hot spin every Sunday morning with Jason (he's fantastic). It's tough, 30 min in I usually hit a wall but the feeling once I'm finished is incredible. It's been 5 weeks and I'm actually starting to look forward to it, which I never thought I'd say. Highly recommend it. Everyone is also really friendly which makes a difference when trying something new. Lastly, something about the lighting...I look so good in those mirrors, wish I had them at my house! read more

So I guess this was opened before the DTLA location, which is the one I first went to via Yelp Fit Club. I have Class Pass and I although the DTLA is closer to my house, this location is closer to work. I signed up and went to the express cycle class at 5:30 on a Thursday. Parked in the lot easily as it wasn't super full. You can check in easily at the front desk iPad. Brought my gym bag and changed in the bathroom, which was clean and had some nice amenities. The class wasn't super full, but I was automatically assigned to bike #3 when I signed up with class pass, which was right next to someone else. It would be nice if they spread out the people if the class wasn't full, but it was fine. It just gets REAL sweaty, so some space would have been nice. Instructor was super energetic and had great music playing. I think I prefer the express versus the full hour class, because unlike a regular spin class, the heat does take a toll on your body and energy. But I love the extra heat and sweat, feel like you get more of a workout. I am a big fan of hot spin and I love what Sweat Shoppe is doing! read more

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After going through all the research and media I think it would really help if they offered 15-20 min introductory sessions unheated for those who haven't done this type of exercise or who haven't worked out in a while. If they don't decide to offer this, their instructors should at least suggest that such newcomers get off the bike after 15-20 minutes to see how they're feeling. I have taken multiple first aid classes and a variety of physical jobs and classes. I do my best to listen to my body and know my limits. I don't know if it was the heat but I really didn't feel like much was wrong, just some light fatigue. When I stepped down to rest about 30-45 min into class it was already too late and my legs collapsed. read more

I wasn't going to mention anything, but the owner responded very snarkily to my last comment, so I must be 100% honest. The place smells like old fish and potatoes. A friend developed a rash from the bike seat that was not being cleaned. Bring your own disinfecting wipes.If the Board of Health ever visited the place, they would have more infractions than a misbehaving grade school student. read more

SC is my favorite place to be! I have been part of this community for over 10 years and when I started cycling it was the hardest workout I had ever done, especially due to the heat. 10+ years later it is still the most challenging workout and the one that gives me the best results, physically and mentally. I love my Sunday classes with Latosha who brings positive energy into my life weekly, and riding to the best music with Curtis and Oye, and of course Jason will challenge you and change your body - no doubt about it! Furthermore, I love the team who manages the gym and also the members of the SC community who are very supportive and generous, and they have encouraged me in pursuing many of my goals and accomplishments. So to have a place like this in my life is nothing but a blessing & I look forward to riding every week, at least 4x a week! read more

love love this place. The teachers are brilliant and the community of riders is so uplifting. Really kind people. Workout is next level. I like challenging workouts where I can temporarily leave my outside thoughts and clear my mind and sweat. I've taken 550 classes there and they have all been stellar. read more

Will you find a better workout than this? The answer is No. My parents have been coming here for over 5 years, and they absolutely adore all the staff and instructors. Then they got me into it this year, and let me tell you it was the best decision I've ever made. Nothing feels better than walking out of those doors after an intense hot workout! Once you join sweat cycle you can never go back to your typical gym. They are WONDERFUL! Mimi the owner is very kind and always responsive to messages. The instructors are just absolutely fabulous, you come out feeling you like belong in a community. Absolutely adore this place, and all the people that are there. read more

After 2+ years, nearly 300 classes and thousands of dollars I can tell you this about Sweat Cycle: Their classes chronically start late. The heat is inconsistent. And the bikes are jammed handlebar to handlebar. Your reward for putting up with all of this is to be subjected to offensive and ridiculous political analogies delivered from the podium by the instructor (who also happens to be married to the owner). You're not a professor of history or political science, Jason. Please stick to your lane. read more

expensive and the bikes are on top of each other. literally no elbow room. owners are not friendly. superficial. other riders are awesome tho. nice group of people. hate the way the business operates and they always ask for money when they move to support their business...as if our purchases don't make them rich. read more

I was interested in taking a Sunday morning class. When I attempted to book online, I clicked to reserve at exactly an hour before the class but the booking closed. I called the front desk 5 times, but no one answered. I decided to drive to the location since I saw there were available bikes. Upon arrival, the girls at the front desk continued to finish out their conversation for a few minutes before greeting or helping me out. I was told they were unable to seat me on a bike due to the class starting within 15 minutes. The front desk employee also made a curt comment suggesting that we should've booked a week in advance for a Sunday class, even though there were available bikes still. It was unfortunate to experience so many shortcomings with this establishment because it came so highly recommended by friends. read more

Updating this review to give insight on how the studio is handling COVID protocols. They are doing it great! When you enter you have to get a temperature check, then you can scan your ID card to check in, grab a headphone rental and go out back to the outdoor parking lot for an open air class While I do miss the heat from the indoor class, the teachers at this studio are the best! You can take off your mask while riding but they are all spaced so far apart that it doesn't worry me. There also used to be a tent but the crazy la winds took it down, even without the tent, the classes here are the best! read more

I hadn't been here in a while, mostly because I was living in OC, but after coming back I remembered how much I just absolutely love this place. High intensity work out, that hurts SO good. Heated spin sounds like torture to some, right? Negative! The great music selection and great energy from the instructors just makes the class really fun and enjoyable . Not only are you getting a good work out, but you're detoxing at the same time.My skin always looks and feels so refreshed after a spin class at here. The staff is all really friendly and the instructors are all great. My faves are Jason, Amy, Alex, Julie and now Curtis, but the energy is good all around. You'll love any instructor you take. There is a small parking lot where you can park if you arrive early enough to get a spot, if not there is plenty of metered street parking. The shop is always super clean and tidy. Also, The Sweat Shoppe is now in Class Pass. Overall just love this place. Can't wait to check out the DTLA location. read more

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Terrible policy when missing a class. If you pay for a package of classes, because it isn't a monthly membership, why should you get charged for not making the class? You essentially paid/reserved that spot already and it's not like it's refunded. This company "screams" they need money with the random emails of packages for a holiday special that always gets extended as "last time to purchase" yet it goes into the following week. they are definitely low on census. Especially since they charge $20 when I couldn't make my evening class due to traffic coming from a distance and no one picked their phone up. Each class is already quite a bit then to randomly charge $20 on top? God forbid someone had a life threatening issue and the class was paid on top of being charged for missing a class. Terrible business practice. Why should a customer have to pay when the original charge isn't refunded? So it's $50+ if you miss in total. Mind boggling. Good luck if you're attending classes here or buying packs, keep in mind you'll be charged. Dont fall for the hype. Money grab. read more

I love spin. So I thought I would try a new place. Sweat cycle is cute and kitschy. However, this work out is not only dangerous, it's not as effective as a normal cycle class. Here is why, you can't work as hard as you normally would on a bike. Due to the heat, your body ends up not working as hard because the extremely muggy and extreme heat slow you down. About 1/3 of the way through the work out I was gasping for oxygen and felt like I was going to pass out. I don't recommend this class if you want a real healthy work out. read more

I love coming to this studio! From the class outline to the music, the instructors are all knowledgeable and take time to thoughtfully plan out their classes to lead a great workout. The heat is an added bonus - I know I'm getting a great workout when I book a sweat cycle class! read more

LOVES IT! Update from my first experience: I decided to come back to The Sweat Shoppe because I did really enjoy Callie's class. I had a much better experience the second time around. I tried Callie's class again on a Saturday morning (9:30am). The girls at the front desk were pleasant and the staff upstairs were where I was really impressed. They were so friendly and ready to help! I arrived at 9:30am (which is technically too late when needing to get shoes on, put things away in the locker, and setting up the bike), and they were right there to help me. One staff member really stood out to me. I wish I knew her name, but she had really curly hair and she was short. Callie's class is LIT! Her music is amazing and her energy is phenomenal. Even when I wanted to stop, I couldn't because it would feel like she was watching! LOL! I love the fact that she rides with us and encourages us that she is right there with us for the whole time. I can't help but to dance on my bike in her class. She's the only instructor I have gone to but I will try others in the future. My advice: Get there at least 15 minutes early especially if you're fairly new to cycle classes like I am. It takes a lot of time to get signed in, check your belongings into a locker, and set up your bike. I had to have my bike set up in the dark during the class! Kudos to the girl who could see how to set up my bike perfectly and clip me in the dark! Overall, I really enjoy this studio and Mimi is fantastic. I will now add The Sweat Shoppe in my weekly workout regimen. Really great place! I'm glad I gave it another shot and will definitely be back. I hope this review helps you decide on where to work on your fitness in Toluca Lake! :) read more

Love the classes ! Highly recommend Cassandra's 5:15pm Tuesday/ Thursday. Best kept secret and time slot. She builds a perfect ride. In and out in 45 with maximum sweat! Love it !! read more

I have been to sooo many spinning classes over the years, and I was over them. Well... after many years of NOT doing a spin class, I had gained some weight. When I thought back to when I liked my body the most, and it was when I went to spinning class. I signed up for the Sweat Shoppe and took a 5:30pm class. I sat in the back, brought a towel, and thought it would be like any other spin class I had taken. This is not the case! The instructor was inspiring, the music was amazing, and the infrared heat sold me. The fact that you can kick your own arse working out is awesome (YOU decide how hard you want to work in each class)- but the infrared detoxing on top of it?! Brilliant. This is another level of working out. I immediately purchased an unlimited pass, and unlike every other unlimited pass I have impulsively purchased, I actually used it and went every single day for 30 days. I dropped weight, it's still off, my skin looks better than it ever has, and I have a new community of friends whom I love and adore! I am normally one to keep my head down while I work out, put my headphones on and ignore everybody, but this hasn't happened here. There is not one person in that room I don't find to be anything less than wonderful. It's this amazing community of love, support and genuineness. I have my own business and I suggest this place to every single client and friend of mine. Once you start coming, you will find your own favorite teacher(s) immediately, and every time you think 'I don't want to workout today', you will change your mind and be glad you went every single time. If this doesn't convince you, try it, and then assess how you feel one hour after class. Class+cooldown=euphoria read more

I have been going to sweat cycle for years. recently they have cheated me out of 2.5 months. I bought two twenty packs and shortly after I bought a year unlimited, with the agreement that my year unlimited would not start until after my 20 packs were used up. i asked them to use 20 packs first because they had a experation date. they agreed. when covid hit I put my 11 months left on hold. when I took off of hold I should have had 11 months left. but was cut short by over 2 months. I have tried by email, texts,and phone calls. I got one response by phone telling me they would get back to me the next day. That never happened I also got one email that said they would check into it . I have been calling and leaving messages at no avail. No one responds to messages. while going there over the years, many times the heat didn't work and music didn't work . never did I complain. then they cut classes to 45 minutes. not what I purchased. now they take away people at front desk. raised prices through the roof. $3,999. for a year. so sad that they double dip and refuse to talk. not good business. Mark Rolph ps. I brought new members who some still work out there. read more

Attentive instructors. Clean facility. Incredible workout. I had a great first experience at sweat shoppe. For those who can afford on a regular basis, I highly recommend it. I personally just can't allow myself to break the bank for it. And here's where I also have to be honest about the cancellation fee: I value the time and energy of all instructors equally. The 8-hour $26 cancellation fee is FAIR when a class is at full capacity and has a waitlist. However, the cancellation fee is UNFAIR when a class has open bikes available with 8 hours leading up to a class with no waitlist. At very least, I suggest lowering the cancellation fee for un-waitlisted classes. Life happens, it's only fair. read more

Have been going for a while now and decided to write a review. Melissa's class is my favorite! Always plays the best jams and has an upbeat energy. I'm lucky I live nearby so I just walk but they do have validated parking across the street. I'm not going to lie, my first class I died but it gets easier overtime! Be sure to bring a towel! read more

I've been coming to The Sweat Shoppe since November of last year. I've tried many of the classes around the valley and I can tell you I've never been more motivated to push myself further than I thought I could go than here. It's hard. That's the honest truth. It builds your personal endurance and when you leave you feel like you can conquer anything after you've conquered a class at The Sweat Shoppe. Not only that, you'll want to come back for more. If you like hot yoga and you're into cycling the heat is something you'll appreciate. With that said don't knock the heat till you've tried it. read more

I am so addicted to this place! For years now, I have searching for hot cycling place since the one I used to go to closed down. This place is a gem. My favorite instructors are Amy and Naomi because they're very motivating and energetic. I've only tried 3 instructors and the 2 I mentioned are by far my favorites, also because they turn on the fans every once in the while since the room gets stuffy. I tried one other instructor not too long ago and didn't really care too much for his class because he seemed to like talking sh*t about folks in his stories (one of the stories he mentioned, he called the girl a "b*tch"). Plus he never turned on the fan atleast once to let the some air back in the room. I don't know about others, but I come here since this place is now my zen and to have positive energy around me. read more

My TEMPLE!!! Love this place, Love the instructors and my teammates. Once you try it here, you would never go back to your regular spin class. When I am happy, sad, anxious, tired or excited.... I am here! Thank you Mimi Jason and the staffs for creating this amazing place. 464 classes are completed and looking forward to many more ... read more

Sweat Cycle - MY TEMPLE, no matter what I love to be here! - Cycling Classes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Sweat Cycle is the first time in my life I I've look forward to a workout! The classes have been great for my physical and mental health. All of the trainers are wonderful but Latosha truly goes above and beyond. I always feel so taken care of and supported when I take one of her classes. She really pays attention to the needs of the riders and takes the time to get to know them. I'm so grateful for Latosha and the rest of the Sweat Cycle staff. read more

The amazing staff (Kimberly, Dani, Grace, and Lucas in particular) knew my name within the first week and are always engaged and encouraging. Ryan, Mackenzie and Curtis are fantastic, fun instructors, while Callie and Amy offer classes that are consistently challenging no matter how experienced you are. Jason has technical expertise, a stream-of-consciousness narrative style - think Savage Love meets the NY Times Op-Ed section - and an ineffable talent for pushing you past your limits. I love that this is a small, family-run studio with no corporate agenda (cough, cough SoulCycle) where their only mission is to kick your ass. read more

This is by far the hardest workout I've ever experienced. Cycling indoors, temperatures getting as hot as 87 degrees (at least- and no I'm not kidding). Never knew how much I could push myself until I started taking classes here. NOW IM ADDICTED!! All teachers are AMAZING! -shoutout to Jason, Amy, Chris, and Naomi!- take anyone of their classes and you'll be guaranteed to have an awesome workout! NOW GO SWEAT!! read more

My favorite sweating activity!! Great classes and instructors. Callie is one of our favorites, Alex is amazingggggg.

Absolutely loved my first ride here. I couldn't stop telling people how amazing I felt after. The pace of the ride was perfect! The staff is super friendly and so are the people who work out there. My only 2 complaints: 1. Locker room area is so narrow there is no where to change after or before the class which makes it really uncomfortable when your dripping sweat and just want to get out of your cloths. 2. There is only one men's shower, it took so long waiting for the person to shower that I left. would be a lot more convenient if there were more than one. read more

Every one of the instructors that I've ridden with here are brilliant but there's a few of them that makes me extra keen on coming to the Sweat Shoppe. Melissa manages to keep a great physique even after kids! That's enough to keep me going. Her class incorporates arms, jumps, and isolations. Expect to write off walking properly for a few days. No joke. Then there's Sandra. I get excited to hear what's on her playlist. Because of her, I've discovered artists like Zola Jesus, Massive Attack, and Fun. Her music makes me think I can ride for days! And Jason! He's a great motivator. Before Jason, I was the girl that came in tennis shoes trying to get the cages on the bike. He got me to try spin shoes. I went and got myself some Shimanos and came back like a spin monster the next week. Mimi even helped me out with getting the right shoe. I could go on! They're awesome here. I may be that girl that strolls in only once a week but I LOVE it each time. I'd give them 10 stars if possible. ***** 2yrs later after checking out many other studios, I STILL think the Sweat Shoppe is the best spin studio. I've been riding with Sandra forever and it never gets old. ***** read more

What can I say it's a hot ride (~80 degrees) with loud music and disco lights. All bikes are at the same level so no stadium seating here. The bikes here don't have a way of measuring your power/torque so it's all on you. Cleats will run you $3 a ride if you don't bring your own. You can also check out ONE towel but remember to check it back in or there is a $2 charge. My gripe that dropped the 5th star is that there are NO showers. Clients leave the studio drenched in sweat and have to drive home that way...gross! Parking is another issue, they have about 4-5 designated spots behind the studio and the other open spaces are coned off. Now for the good news.... THE STUDIO IS MOVING -Woo-Hoo!!! The new location on riverside WILL have showers and parking! Hallelujah!! It's set to open mid July. Yaas! read more

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I absolutely looovveeee this place. Everyone is so friendly and kind. Heated spin! All of the instructors are amazing. You will definitely sweat when entering the hot room. Everyone riding with you are all there to work so you'll definitely feel that push of energy to work! Super trendy and clean. Men & women's showers and restrooms. Complimentary apples, spinning shoes in all sizes, great music upstairs and downstairs. Great looking ppl working and working out there. Most def the spot to spin! First class is only $10, such a steal ! Highly recommend read more

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Sweat Cycle - Hair bands and gum, two big.bathrooms, good for changing - Cycling Classes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If I could give this heaven-sent place an infinity of stars, I would. Simply put, it's saved my life... in SO many ways. Not only due to the numerous physical health benefits the one-of-a-kind heated spin provides but it supports me mentally and emotionally in ways I could never have imagined. From the incredibly kind, welcoming and inclusive community that is the beating heart to the truly special, talented and caring instructors like Latosha Lovell, Tommy Hobson, Curtis Peoples, Melissa Hutton, Jason Squire, Scott Brickner, Alex Gastelum, Amy Carlos, Cassandra Murphy and Oyenoye Uwidia who lead, push, guide and inspire us to be our BEST SELVES every time we step into the "hot room." Then there is the incredible, kind and hard-working staff!! There's just no other place or experience like it. It's fun, it's challenging and honestly, I don't know where I would be without it. I call it my "heart station," because it genuinely fills me up. And at the helm of this heart station are two amazing and extremely generous souls, Mimi Benz and Jason Squire, whom I'm eternally grateful for. In having the courage and tenacity to see their vision of heated spin through, they've changed and improved the lives of countless individuals. I HIGHLY recommend you check Sweat Cycle out for yourself and discover why it creates riders for life. Peace, Love and Sweat forever! read more