The buzz: Opened by the Ding siblings (Beatrice, Valerie and Calvin), new indoor cycling studio CruCycle offers a series of dynamic, high energy spin classes. The boutique gym in Duxton Hill is inspired by the spin-only studios in the fitness-obsessed LA suburbs.
The vibe: Not unlike a yoga studio. Classes are held in a darkened, candle-lit room, with no TVs and only a music soundtrack and the instructors voice to keep you company.
The goods: The single-studio gym has five daily classes, including before-work, lunchtime and evening slots which cater to all cycling abilities and fitness levels. There are 36 bikes packed pretty tightly into the room, but the monogrammed sweat towels over the handlebars are a nice touch. What makes these spin classes different is the focus on the whole body. Unlike most cycling workouts (which basically only exercise your legs and nothing else) these classes incorporate an ab workout and arm strengthening exercises into every session. Prices start from $50 for a single class, $65 for a 10-day unlimited trial for first-timers and $1250 for a 25-class pack. The studio opening hours are 7am to 9pm.
Why you’ll be back: It’s a fun, quirky studio with none of the whitewashed walls and earphoned zombies on treadmills that you usually associate with big gyms. Instead, you can expect a more zen workout with trainers who seem to have real passion for spin. There’s also a newly opened juice bar next door as well for post-workout hydration.
