Soul Cycle

The classes are awesome and the place is very clean. My only issue is the attitude the staff gives when you have to cancel. I’m the one losing out on $ 35 (and paying thousands of dollars a year for these classes) so it’s unclear why they aren’t kinder or more accommodating. I pay too much money to be reprimanded for not being able to make it to a class.

Athlete, Legend, Warrior, Renegade, Rockstar. After each class I look at the SoulCycle montra on the wall and think… today I was an athlete, or a legend, or a warrior, or a renegade, or a rockstar. I always leave class feeling empowered, strong, and ready to take on the day/​week. The instructors bring out the best in me every class no matter what. Each class is very different with different types of music and instructors. The staff is very welcoming always friendly and ready to assist me with my bike set up. SoulCycle Short Hills is my happy place :)

If you’re questioning whether or not you should splurge and spend $ 34, do it. First class is $ 20, after that you will realize why it is worth every penny. The staff is incredible– they remember my name, know my shoe size, bike settings, and are ALWAYS smiling. I have friends on first year teacher salaries who will place SoulCycle into their budgets because it’s THAT empowering. Ridiculously fun high intensity cardio aside, your brain and mental well being will thank you. SoulCycle changed my life and I would be willing to bet it will change yours.

The management and staff at this location are exceptional. They ALWAYS go above and beyond to work with their clients to ensure customer satisfaction. They are SUPER professional effectively address and resolve any issues or concerns. I’ve never felt more welcome at any other fitness studio before, and on top of that, you get the best work out ever! E.V.E.R. Instructors are super friendly and motivating. I wouldn’t go anywhere else for a workout! Love, love, love this place!

I have been to a few SC studios and Short Hills by far is the BEST! The team is friendly and always has a smile on their face. They go above and beyond to make sure that your experience is always a great one! The classes are motivating and you ride to the beat of the music… or at your own pace, no pressure. The instructors could not be more helpful!

Excellent studio with friendly staff and great instructors. The classes are high energy with great music.

Coming here has made working out fun for the first time and I no longer dread burning calories or sweating because of such an awesome team of inspiring and encouraging instructors and unique playlists. I have built a community through riding regularly at SoulCycle and we all push each other to work hard and get stronger. It is the friendly faces and awesome music that keeps me coming back to ride.

I’ve been coming to Soul in Short Hills since the location opened a few years ago and I haven’t looked back since!
I love how mindful the classes are. Working out is so much easier for me when my mind is occupied with the activity and that’s exactly what soul does. Cycling to the beat of awesome music really helps to clear my head and I usually find myself so much more relaxed after class.
The instructors are awesome, inspiring and entertaining. They are what makes the classes so great. I am always surprised by how they actually manage to get me to work harder than I thought I could. It also helps that they are super friendly and always promote a positive and non-​judgmental space, which is extremely important to me.
Lastly, the staff is very friendly as well and the facilities are super nice and clean. Definitely worth checking out!

Would love to have said «Best Class ever» but not the case! The two stars are for a motivational instructor, and what appeared to be competent staff. Yes, the bikes are crammed in as tight as possible and the space is small… seems even smaller when all of the heavy breathing starts and they won’t even turn a fan on! Yes, I counted at least 5 fans, not 1 turning! I’ve been cycling for over 10 years and have never felt so oxygen deprived in my life! Would I go back? Not a chance!

Finally decided to try soulcycle after hearing about it for years! I had taken numerous spin classes before but all at my gym.
The facilities were really nice, clean and new and the spin room very nice as well however I was surprised that the bikes don’t have meters to show you your mileage and heart rate.
The class itself was engaging and fun but I guess maybe it wasn’t all I expected it to be especially at the hefty $ 37 price tag. I wish I felt more challenged! In other words the spin classes I’ve taken at my normal gym are just as good minus the hefty price tag! Luckily my first trial class was $ 20 plus second class for free!

Great instructor — horrible staff.
Instructor — absolutely the best and also the last class she was teaching there. Now I know why…
Said they would take free class coupon and would refund my money. 4 days later no refund so I called and they said I would not be refunded the money because free classes could not be used if the seat was booked in advance. Said I didn’t understand and no refund will be given. Double charged my friend and would not refund her money either.
Great customer service motto– blame the customer for being incompetent!

I never experienced a place that could work my mind just as much as it can work my body. This place is not only there for you physically but the staff is always cheering you on and the instructors help you get out of your own head and believe in yourself. They are very interested in each person in their room and even know when a rider may need that extra push or encouragement. They care about what is going on in your life outside those four walls but when the time comes, they help you release it and turn your mind off. To just be there. My mind always wanders and as crazy as it sounds, SoulCycle is my zen. (psycho much? No, it is just so intense but at the same time, just as much as a party than it is a total ass kicking). It is a spiritual journey. The studio has rules to respect each rider. No phones, no chatter. Right now, Kaley Skoglund roosters is my weekly Wednesday tradition. I will go there even if I am dragging. 5:45 am on a bike? Yes, that is how unbelievable you feel after leaving it. Like you can do anything. Which is why it is worth every penny to go here. It is a community. They help change your day but leave it up to you to change your own damn day.

Soul cycle is addictive. I love going there. The place is a bit small for the number of people going there but is always clean with welcoming staff.

If you are looking to purchase a gift card from Soul Cycle, buyer beware. I spent $ 102.00 on 3 gift cards for my daughters as a «SURPRISE» for Christmas and they emailed the receipt to my daughter (yes, the intended recipient of the gift)! To add insult to injury, my daughter thought I charged her account when she received the email receipt. The level of incompetence is astounding! As if the holidays aren’t stressful enough, I would like to personally thank Lauren at Soul Cycle Short Hills for adding more stress to the holidays and spoiling the surprise. No need to put that gift card under the tree!

Krista’s hip hop Friday class is the best. Her energy and the music gets you going and keeps you motivated for an amazing ride.

Although I am not a class person, Soul Cycle was a lot of fun.
The class begins with a warm up and then you move, or attempt to move, to the beat of the songs that are played until the cool down. Some light weights and body movements are also incorporated. There is a cool down and a stretch. I am in pretty good shape and I left this class sweating! Riding to the music definitely keeps your pace up. The facility is very clean and the staff was friendly and not intimidating, which I appreciate as someone who does not take classes often.
The cycle room is kept very dark and candles are lit in the room. In kind of feels «culty» when you’re in there but I think theres a vibe that Soul Cycle is trying to create by doing that. I loved the amount of positive reinforcement the instructor and the whole brand promotes. Thats awesome!
The class I took was a «Dance» class. It was good. From what my sister in law said, the hip hop classes are a lot «more fun» and having a good instructor can make or break the class. I wouldn’t consider the class we took «broken» but I could see the potential for better.
I have actually incorporated the idea of moving to the beat of the song into my cardio workouts beyond cycling, so I’m glad to have taken the class for gain a fitness tip!

If you are in need of an emotional and physical checkup take Roger’s class. He won’t let you cheat yourself. The workout leaves you ready to start your day. So thankful for this class and all it brings to my life.
Classes are expensive but your first ride is free and you have to rent shoe.

Out in the ‘burbs for X-​Mas time means a few things are going to go down and the main one is going to involve eating a ton of delicious, high caloric food. So, when I looked to see that both Flywheel and Soul Cycle were both in the town or two over from the in-​laws, I knew I’d spend XMas morning with all the other Jews and childless adults in the Short Hills-​Millburn area working up a sweat. It was a packed class, which is great, because empty classes are always a bit sad.
Expecting a discount for Soul Cycle in the Jersey ‘burbs? Don’t. $ 34 plus a shoe rental puts ya at $ 37 for a 45 minute class. The outpost is a bit small, similar size to the one’s I’ve been to in Manhattan. Two bathrooms, two showers and one somewhat more spacious studio.
Now, not gonna lie, I was a bit apprehensive about suburban soul cycle. A big part of these classes is the music, and who knows who the teacher may be out these ways. A middle aged mum blaring easy listening? Not the case here. Naz rocked it. Great hip hop, throw in some Whitney Houston and we worked it hard with a fun dancey addition to the workout.
Not familiar with Soul Cycle — it’s a 45 minute intense spin work out with about a 5 – 7 minute «break» in the middle where you focus on light weight arm workout. However, this «light weight» arm workout ends up being unbearable by the end, so it’s no easy feat. The music is always high energy, lights are dimmed and there’s more of a fun dance/​cycle to the beat routine.
Staff in the front were super nice. The guy got his class free for it being his first time. He loved it and left soaked to the bone, but did say he couldn’t imagine dropping $ 34 on it. Although I don’t agree, I do think it’s justified. It’s expensive, there is no way getting around that, but if you’re jonesing for a really good sweat, Soul Cycle is such a fun and gratifying way to start any morning, Christmas or not.
I’d definitely return to work it with Naz when I’m visiting my favorite in-​laws!

I wish this was closer to me because I would literally go everyday. I love to spin and the atmosphere at SoulCycle from the exterior to the staff is high energy. It makes working out enjoyable and fun. I cannot wait to go back!

Soul Cycle just wasn’t for me. I went with a group of three friends about a month ago. Two really enjoyed it, and two of us really didn’t. First of all, we all agreed 35 dollars was absurdly expensive for a class that lasted less than an hour. I pay around 50 a month for a yearly membership for a gym, so 35 for one class is crazy to me. So they lose the first star for price.
There was a lot of hype about the ambiance in the room. Dimmed lights for privacy and peace of mind, adjustable bikes for personal comfort, specific playlists and workouts by instructor, and some of that was really nice. What I will say is the staff and the instructor we had were very nice. My only gripe with them would be one guy came in and was helping me adjust my bike, because I’d never ridden a stationary bike before. I told him he had put it too high and I could barely touch the pedals with my feet, but he just moved on to the next bike. The whole 35 minutes was a struggle to ride because I could barely reach the pedals.
The space itself was very clean, has a nice locker area, and they provide you with a towel and weights. They do sell a lot of Soul Cycle gear in the front, and the average shirt retailed for over 50, don’t know why I was so surprised by that especially because the classes are so expensive.
I’m not sure if I would go to Soul Cycle again. It didn’t necessarily wow me enough to justify the money it costs to go multiple times. The other reason I’m demoting them a star is because when I paid they make you give them your email and they email you a receipt. I told them I did not want to do this, and I did not any emails with coupons, promos, anything like that. The girl behind the counter swore they never email anything like that, it would just be the one receipt. Well I’ve gotten over six emails from them, which is annoying because I was told I wouldn’t get any. If you’re going to put me on some list for emails, give people the option to opt out!