Go Cycle Studio

I stopped in for a spin at Go Cycle while traveling in Chicago over the weekend. Very, very sweet girls. Super hospitable. Lovely locker space. BUT I felt like 1) the ride wasn’t very challenging 2) the spin studio was way too cramped 3) for the cost, the vibe wasn’t spot on. If I lived in Chicago, I’d probably give it a second chance because of how sweet the girls were, and how nice the area was. HOWEVER, I wouldn’t have done it twice in one weekend with so many other options available.

In my quest for a spin class I could walk to from home, I gave this place a try. The staff are where it is at here – everyone is super nice. I went in Jan 2015 and the bikes were on the older side for spin bikes and the «computers» don’t provide meaningful data. Also, I didn’t find the workout to be all that challenging but that could be because I need to know my watts or I have trouble pushing myself. They were getting ready to open the row studio which I wanted to try but somehow my free class was only good for a week and they were booked solid the entire week so obviously, that never happened. This place is affordable compared to other spin studios, so thats a plus.

LOVE LOVE Go Cycle and Go Row
Classes are very motivating, especially Emmy’s Classes
Would highly recommend

Love Go Cycle! Everyone from the girl at the front desk to the instructor was super friendly. The class used some really fun lights to pump you up and the music was on point. The studio is really clean, and I liked the more approachable vibe than a lot of the other spin places in the area.

The staff and instructors were extremely nice and welcoming, and I appreciated that. Very helpful group which you don’t always see. They have great customer service. My biggest complaint: the cycling area was way too cramped! Take out some bikes, I was inches away from the person next to me, not okay. The class I was in was not full, it would benefit the experience of ALL bikers if a few bikes in each row were removed. Also — this is not as big of a deal — but it’s worth mentioning that the music was incredibly loud. I go to tons of fitness classes and I get it — music is typically loud, but this was painfully loud. The room is small and the speakers face out — something to keep in mind to future instructors. The instructor in my class was screaming above the music in the mic — I physically was covering my ears, hoping it would signal to her to turn down the volume (it did not). I love spinning but not worth hearing issues!
Otherwise, the studio was quaint. I’m not sure I was totally impressed, if I go back I will be bringing ear plugs and requesting a bike on the edge of the row.

LOVE this studio. Amazing instructors, music, and vibe.
The only reason that I can’t give it the full 5 stars, is because on weekends, the latest spin class is usually around 10:30 AM. They really need a class around 1 – 4 PM, giving us enough time to sleep in on the weekends after a long work week, but not too late in the day that everyone is already out with friends. Unfortunately, I have to go to Flywheel’s mid-​day classes every Saturday and Sunday– and they are always packed because 2 PMish on a weekend really is the prime time that’s realistic for everyone to go.
Please have a later weekend spin class! Still love you guys! :)

This is a super cute and friendly spin studio located in Old Town. It is connected with the Go Row studio.
Everyone who works at the studio is friendly and professional. The locker room is very nice, new and clean and the studio itself has great equipment.
I have taken two classes so far — Go Cycle Express (45 minutes of cycling) and Go Core (30 minutes of cycling, 20 minutes of core work). I took both classes with Emmy, who is also the owner of the studio. Her classes are super fun — she keeps it interesting and has good music. Her classes are also tough, as I am drenched in sweat about 10 minutes into the workout.
What I love most about this studio is the fact so many cardio classes are paired with strength training. Besides Go Core there is the option of Go Pump and Go Sculpt. I struggle with finding time (or motivation) to do strength training and taking these classes forces me to include it in my workout routine.
The bikes are SPD compatible, but not Delta Look. The have shoes you can borrow or the bike have cages so you can use your sneakers.
I came via ClassPass and is now one of my favorite spin studios in the Chicago area!

Pretty good workout, I wasn’t cray cray about the bikes but our instructor was awesome. She had a killer playlist and I loved her attitude, I think her name was beth? If I had never been to Flywheel I would have given this a 5 but it just doesn’t compare. Ohhhh and they don’t have a ton of shoe size options so you have to get there early to get your size, they should really purchase more of those hot little numbers.

I’ve been meaning to write this for a while now. This is a great place to spin. The instructors are very motivating and encouraging and everyone is so welcoming. I highly recommend you give this place a try. It’s helped me stay fit the last two winters!

The first Cycle class I attended here was AWESOME. Music was awesome (dancing, club music remixes) and the room was dark, cold, and the trippy lights were moving and changing colors. It was such an awesome experience, and I was so excited to go back a second time.
The second Cycle class I went to (different instructor), left me feeling disappointed. The music was not workout music at all– I actually found myself yawning. The room was bright and was kept one color. The instructor was awesome and motivating, but if we are coming to Go Cycle for the cool, upbeat experience, then I wish all the instructors utilized the cool jams, awesome lights show, and dark room.

I am a dedicated rower on Concept2 machines for many years, and wanted to try GoRow’s WaterRowers. I called and asked when I might demo them, and all their staff offered was for me to shell out $ 22 for a drop-​in class, which I might or might not care for. I asked if I might come by to sit on a WaterRower and try it out: NO DICE. They want your money. No complimentary try-​out class or any intro to the rowers of any sort. Very snobby on the phone, so I’m sure that attitude translates into their operation and classes. Very exclusive and snooty. After my exchange on the phone I wouldn’t try their facility in a million years. It’s all about the $$$$.

Great workout & lots of fun! Everyone is welcoming, and there are always familiar faces in classes.

Great instructors, classes and overall great workout.

Great studio and wonderful staff and owner!

Love, love, love it here! From the fabulous instructors who keep me motivated, to the variety of classes. This is a great place to get your sweat on! And for me, working for home, so nice to have friendly peeps to work out with. I highly suggest you give GO Cycle a try!

This place is the
and so much better than the spin chains that are popping up in Chicago. All of the instructors and even the owner herself are friendly, helpful and welcoming to athletes of all ability levels. Ashley is my favorite because she’s always smiling and motivating her students throughout every class. That girl doesn’t stop!
The classes are intense but do-​able for the average person (unlike some spin classes I’ve tried) and most instructors will give you a couple RPM/​resistance options throughout class to fit your ability level. You’ll get a great workout without over-​doing it.
If you like spin but want to mix up your workout, this is your place. They have a variety of classes that you can’t find at the chain spin studios. GoPump and GoYo are my favorites, working in weights and yoga along with spin. Musical tastes are subjective but I love the jams they play and they’ll even incorporate a favorite song you want to hear if you ask.
The price is right in line with any workout class I’ve tried and you can get discounts if you buy in bulk. Get the 3 class intro card (comes out to about $ 16/​class, way less than Flywheel) and give this place a try, you won’t be disappointed!

Unilocal, you’ve led me astray!
Signed up for a spin class here when I was in town. Talk about underwhelming and overpriced.
The instructor played dated songs, which she would break up by randomly squawking at us «FASTER!» On occasion she would jump off her bike and mindlessly wander around the class, ostensibly «cheering us on» by staring at one of us. There was no rhythm, no build up, no fun. It was just a bunch of random hills or «races» where we were given little guidance. (At places like FlyWheel, you’re at least given a sense of what RPM range you should be in, how much resistance to have on– here there was none of that.)
The whole experience was just weird. After being buzzed in by an eight year old (the owner’s son, I think?), he checked us in. No adult in sight. No one had us sign a waiver or showed us around. When I asked for spin shoes, I was directed to a shelf of 10 potential pairs of shoes, none of which were my size.
And then the class itself. Ugh. Barely a workout. Not worth the $ 30+. Not worth $ 10!

I used to hate spinning classes before I tried Go Cycle — now I refuse to miss my weekly spinning class. I run a lot and use my spinning class as one of my cross training days. I LOVE Go Ripped on Tuesdays with Sara B. Great instructor, Fun music, AWESOME workout.
Seriously, try a class — you’ll be hooked.

This place is amazing! Seriously, whatever I write will not do Go Cycle Studio justice.
If you’re a new student, they offer an intro package which includes 3 classes for $ 50. Unfortunately they don’t offer a single free class to try it out which I was a little bummed about but just suck it up — It’s $ 50 well spent.
You can buy the intro package online and schedule your first class online too. Once you arrive at the studio, there is no paperwork to fill out or anything. You simply give the receptionist your name and you’re checked in for class. So convenient. The online scheduling system is also easy to navigate. Keep in mind there is a 3 hour cancellation policy.
The studio is bright, modern, and most importantly, clean. The locker room is fairly small but there are two showers and about 12 – 15 lockers (you need to bring your own lock). There’s only one (unisex) bathroom in the studio.
As for the classes, I can only comment on Sara B’s Go Ripped class (currently Tuesday nights at 6:30PM). These classes are amazing! They’re a great combo of spinning, strength training, and core work. Sara is super friendly, helpful, and upbeat. She plays great modern music and is so motivating. She always switches up the workouts/​playlists so you never know what’s coming. A typical class may be 20÷10÷20÷10 (spin, weights, spin, weights, cool down).
My intro package is over but I’m definitely considering shelling out the money for the 1 year unlimited. There are so many different classes to try — regular spinning, spinning + TRX, spinning + yoga, spinning + boot camp, etc!

So listen… here’s the scoop folks:
1) Emmy & her peoples are wicked hot, wicked nice & the music is legit.
2) You get an INSANE workout that’s actually doable. You’re worked hard (you burn 500+ calories an hour) but the best part is you can start off slow & build from there. I started at GO Cycle last fall & have built my flat road from a 4 or 5 to a ¹⁰⁄₁₁. I’m saying…
3) There are plenty of instructors so you can mix it up every week & keep everything new & fresh.
Morale of the story is I friggin love this place. When you walk in the door you feel like you’re with your family that just happens to like to work out. :) Who doesn’t love that?
Bring your kids, bring your wife, everyone’s hittin’ up GO Cycle. (get it?.. haha).