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*Post last modified on March 15th, 2010
Cyclists and Fitness Enthusiasts
Go For The Burn At Apex!
All Cycle Burn Classes Are Free For Annual Passholders Including Silver Sneakers Passholders!
Take your fitness program to new heights with the Cycle Burn group indoor cycling program at Apex. Challenge yourself with an intense instructor-led workout that focuses on cardiovascular fitness, endurance and muscle strength. A Cycle Burn workout can give you the edge in all sorts of competitive events, enhance your existing fitness program, or keep you performing optimally in your off season.
Class times:
- Mondays: 5:15-6:15am (Jessica), 9:15-10:15am (Julie), 12-12:45 (Lauren), 6:30-7:30pm (Nicole),
- Tuesdays: 9-10am (Terry), 5:15-5:45pm Beginner’s, 6-7pm (Julie)
- Wednesdays: 5:15-6:15am (Erin), 12:00-12:45pm (Terry)
- Thursdays: 9-10am (Julie), 6-7pm (Amanda)
- Fridays: 5:15-6:15am (Amanda), 9:15-10:15 (Kristin)
- Saturdays: 8:15-9:15am (Amanda), 9:30-10:30am (Sean)
Schedule effective 03/12/10 and subject to change.
Classes are free for annual passholders, including SilverSneakers passholders. Otherwise, the fee which includes Apex admission, is $6 for district residents and $7.50 for non-residents. 10-class punch cards are also available at $55 for residents and $70 for non-residents.
Sign-up is required at Guest Services, starting 60 minutes prior to each class. Class size is limited to 15. Please bring a towel and a water bottle. Cycling shorts are recommended; pedals accommodate both clip-in cycling shoes (SPD and Look) and conventional shoes. For more information call 303-424-2739
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Hello,
I was wondering if shorts are highly recommended, would pants be okay to wear to the cycling class?
Cycling shorts are recommended but Exercise pants are okay to wear to class but they should not be too long or loose fitting.
For clothing, shoot for a breathable short sleeve shirt. If you don’t have the “cycling outfit” then wear tennis shoes or running shoes, shorts or perhaps sweat pants, and bring a face towel. Definitely bring a water bottle, and plan on drinking it during the class. It’s a lot of fun – you’ll love it!
I am worried about being able to keep up in this class – is it filled with super-athletes that intimidate the less fit?
We get a combination of people in our classes. We do have some serious riders and athletes, however we also have a lot of people that come for general fitness, variety and weight loss. The great thing about indoor cycling is that YOU are in charge of YOUR ride. You can modify anything at any time. For example, if the instructor is leading the class on a steep hill climb, you have the option to keep the resistance low or reduce it at any time and no one else will know! I would suggest you start off by trying our new class for beginners. It starts on Tuesday, Oct. 20th at 5:15pm. It is a 30 min. class and all of the basics of indoor cycling will be covered including bike set-up, safety, intensity, form, and variations (climbing, intervals, jumping, etc). Another option is the Weds. Noon-12:45pm Express class which is 45 minutes long. All of our other classes run for one-hour, so the two I mentioned would be the best place to start. It is a lot of fun and a great workout. Be sure to bring a water bottle!
I am assuming you cannot “pre-register” for the cycle burn class? So, if you show up at 5:15am and the class is full, you need to come in at another time?
You are correct. It is first come, first serve.
For the early morning classes, are people truly there 60 minutes before the class to sign up?
For the 5:15 am classes, no. The Apex Center opens at 5 am weekdays. For all other classes, some is there to sign you in 60 minutes before the class. If you’re asking if class participants are there 60 minutes before the class, no, not usually but that is how far in advance that you can actually sign up (no pre-registration).
I am a super beginner. I am looking to lose some weight. Would it be ok if I came?? Or is there a specific day/time for beginners?
Thank you!
Bre,
The great thing about cycle burn is that you can set the resistance on your bike so you can make your workout as easy or hard as you want. Any of the classes are
good for a beginer.
Check out this article about a guy that started out as a beginer and lost 90 lbs: http://apexprd.org/news-and-events/apex-center-guest-loses-90-pounds-one-pedal-at-a-time
Be sure to introduce yourself to the instructor and they will make sure you’re all set up. They really are great.
Thank you Rob! I think I’m going to try the beginners class on Tuesday to get a feel for what I’m getting into. Im ready to be fit again!
Can I wear my tennis shoes?
Absolutely. We have bike with regular pedals, baskets and clipless.
I was wondering how full the noon class on Mondays and Wednesdays usually is. Since it would be during my lunch break, I would not be able to get there very early to sign up.
Thanks!
The Noon class on Mondays and Wednesdays usually draws 8-10 people. We have 15 bikes, so you should have no problem getting a bike even if you can’t arrive early.