Cyclelates

I was a bit apprehensive of the reformer machine as it was my first time using it but Ashley made me feel comfortable right away. I loved her energy and the class itself was fun and upbeat. The studio is clean and modern too. I look forward to coming back!

Don’t ever buy groupon here!!! Worst Pilates place of ever been to! My first class the teacher yelled at my friend! Told the owner she gave us a couple of free class and told her we are gone a lot in the summer and when we went to go use them they where expired!!! Who gifted something and it expires! Pilates class is for beginners cycle class sucks because they don’t provide shoes like every other place u go to! Will never come back and I’m telling all my friends!

Went back and attended other classes with different teachers and love the class. Feel like I was treated bad the first time, but have not seen that teacher since and all the other teachers are so helpful and encouraging! Pilates and Cyclades is a great workout!

This is an amazing studio
One of the few I woukd grab a monthly at in a heartbeat
Ashley and Lulu are both fantastic and different at the same time
No fussing with corrections or time wasting
You will get in shape here!
Water available for refilling your bottle and I could always get into a class
I would take cycleates to start my week as it’s a gentler work out then the full our Pilates for when I was ready to have my butt kicked and be limping the next day :))
I could literally see myself getting thinner at Lulu reformer class

I think this is a first rate studio.
Lulu is an amazing teacher and if you are looking for core strength and conditioning, your needs will be well met in this class.
The studio owner, Bambi, is super friendly and is very accomodating when it comes to introducing you to the studio procedures.
They validate parking, its super clean, and an amazing workout.
Whats not to love?

Pros: I was looking to get back into Reformer Pilates and excited that this place is relatively close to my house. It’s clean, with great equipment. The classes are small and fun. I like that they play great old school soundtracks and the customers/​staff are great people. It’s a great core workout.
Cons: I was looking for a heavy workout but I barely broke a sweat, and neither did anyone else in my class. I’ve taken reformer pilates before and I thought the concept is working each muscle group to fatigue. But I only went with the recommended resistance when I could have done more, I guess. Still, I’m not especially fit so the recommended resistance is too low. They should have a beginners and advance class. I also noticed they let people in without grip socks. That’s probably not safe. Next time I’ll try the cycling. I found that some of the arm exercises fatigue your joints more than your muscles. They fit a lot in that small space, so you’re a bit cramped. Still looking for a stellar reformer class! I guess I was spoiled by my first… haha. But it’s over an hour away. =(

My friend and I bought a Groupon for Pilates Classes. The Groupon was $ 39 for 5 classes. You could mix and match the Cycling & Pilates classes if you want.
My friend and I make our way to Sunset & Vine. We look around for street parking no luck. So we park in the lot and Cyclelates gives you validation for 1 hour but because it takes you some time to get from class to your car you automatically go over the hour and when you do its $ 2 every 20 minutes. So try to arrive as close to class time as possible.
The first time I went I couldn’t get out of bed properly the next morning and had to roll off because my abs hurt so much. That’s a great sign. that means the class really worked. I’ve always had a pooch and this class DEFINITELY reduced it. The three classes in between my friend and I walked out drenched in sweat. The last class was yesterday and this morning I couldn’t grab the towels from the shelf. Owwwwww my arms are noodles. The classes were fun and the instructor is very motivating.
I’m a little sad the class is over and I wish I would have gotten the 10 classes instead of the 5. Its a much better deal. You basically get one more class for free.

I am only giving it 2 stars because I think Bambi is nice and I like the cycleates classes I have had with her.
That being said. DO NOT TAKE LULU’S JUMP BOARD CLASS.
I have never had an instructor care less about her class. I take a lot of pilates classes and have recently been into the jump board classes specifically — so I have a lot of people to compare her to. Here is my experience:
I came into the class 2 minutes late and rushed to my reformer. The class had already started and people were already jumping on their boards. There was no time for her to have properly taught the correct form for jumping. Every other instructor has spent at least that amount of time walking the class through the proper technique for rolling through your foot and pushing from your heels. I assumed everyone had taken the class before and she didn’t need to explain. I began jumping.
When I asked what position my feet should be in (parallel, first or second etc.) she simply replied, «We are jumping» and seemed annoyed that I even asked.
The other girls were moving their arms around and I asked what I should be doing with my arms. She replied, «Do whatever you want with them, just move them». This was my experience throughout the entire class. I had no idea what movements, what position and what techniques she wanted from me/​the class and she made asking questions feel like an inconvenience.
Not once did she describe the correct form (there were plenty of open reformers she could have jumped on to show us what to do) or correct students who were doing it incorrectly. Everyone was doing it differently and I had no idea what the ideal movements were.
You can easily injure yourself during pilates if not done correctly. This instructor didn’t care about her students and her class is dangerous for anyone that doesn’t already know proper form and technique.

I came for the $ 5 first class promo and I’ve never done Pilates before so this was my first ever experience with the reformer. I took Bambi’s cyclelates class and she was very friendly and helpful! She treats everyone based on their experience or level so it doesn’t matter if you’re just a beginner or advanced. The class was split into around 35 minutes of Pilates and 20 minutes of cycling so it was kinda cool because you get to work on your core in the first part and then do some cardio to end your workout. I actually really enjoyed it because I’ve only gone to normal spin classes of pure cycling. The reformer was very different and it definitely works your core– I was super sore the next day! The cycling part was a little underwhelming, maybe because I’m so used to cycling longer than 20 minutes, but it still gives you a pretty good workout.
I wouldn’t recommend this for people who have lower body injuries. I had a knee reconstruction surgery more than a year ago but I still feel some tension and pain whenever I kneel or put weight on my knee. I like the concept of mixing Pilates and cycling and I will definitely come back in the future when my knee feels better.
Location:
They have a really central location right in between Hollywood and Sunset right next to Bed, Bath and Beyond you can’t miss it!
Parking:
I know they validate an hour of parking in the structure (?) next to the studio. I live a couple of blocks away so I just walked here! Super convenient.

I come here for Drew’s class. He’s the best. It’s a pilates class, but seriously so much more. Every part of my body is kicked and he has us do moves on the reformer that are so unique, I’ve never had any of teacher do them and they are crazily effective! So Drew better never leave this place!
Parking is not the best, yes you will pay a few bucks past the free hour but at least they have a lot.
I tried the spinlates class, it was not my favorite. I’m just sticking to the regular pilates class.

Positives: Good way to merge both strength training, flexibility and cardio in one workout.
The jump board class was my favorite, I left feeling like I got a solid total body workout. Parking isn’t too terrible unless you go during the farmers market.
Negatives: The overall vibe here isn’t the friendliest — instructors never remembered who I was or introduced themselves personally like some other studios.
I also didn’t care for how they showed Victoria’s Secret lingerie shows during the cycleates classes. If you want to empower and motivate women to push themselves, how about showing examples of healthy and fit women, instead of women who admit to starving themselves on liquid diets before hitting the VS runway? Something like an Olympic beach volleyball match would be a lot more positive and aspirational, and still sexy.

This class changed my entire view of working out. It’s so much fun and I really feel the results. I have only taken about 5 classes so far. It was my first time trying Pilates and cycling. Bambi is VERY helpful. She made me feel very comfortable in going at my own pace.
The venue is clean, the equipment rocks, and it is an overall great environment. Cycleates is a great investment. Check it out for yourself :)

Great equipment. Great staff. Professional. Woohoo! Every class is way different and they do all sort of moves etc. I have done a lot of pilates. Park in the lot behind (same one used for Bed Bath and Beyond) first hour is free with validation so usually you will just pay 2 $ for being a little over or you can leave the class a little early.

Make sure to validate your parking and get back to your car in less than an hour otherwise parking will be $ 2.
I feel really turned off by these studios that offer half pilates and half spin because it doesn’t seem that they are at all concerned about proper form. He tried to correct me once but gave up so that either means he doesn’t really know what he’s doing or was just going through the motions. Not only that, he didn’t lead the spin session. How are people suppose to know what they’re doing if you don’t explain which positions. And whatever happen to staying on beat? I’m going to stick with Cyclehouse and Flywheel.

My new subscription with «Class Plass» brought me to Cyclates this week.
I had never taken a pilates class before, let alone a reformed pilates class on the machine. I loved it!
Ashley was wonderful, she didn’t seem bothered that I was a class pass member, or that I had never used the machine before (I was worried both factors would be annoying!) She was so helpful, and walked me through every step. I took the «cyclelates» class which was half reformed pilates and half cycling. I loved both. The pilates part kicked my butt, and I was immediately sore (which I LOVED!!) You know the workout actually works! The spinning part was fun, and I worked up a sweat.
Thank you Cyclelates, I will definitely be back!

OK. So. Here is my «all things considered» review. I love the concept of this place. Both Bambi’s & Ashley’s classes are awesome– I can tell there would be great results from taking class with them on a regular basis. If you’ve worked out on a top of the line reformer– these reformers can be a bit of an annoyance… the ropes tend to slip to uneven lengths on most of the machines– be sure to check that before you start! Not a big enough deal to deter me, just a minor detail. What WOULD deter me is the parking situation. First hour is free in the garage with validation. Great. However, unless you’re leaving class early– you’re going to pay $ 2. That compiles every 20 minutes. There is no machine to pay before you get in your car, so the building is really making out by doing it this way. When it’s busy (most of the time) finding parking, then waiting in a car line to pay an attendant will eat almost 20 minutes. $ 2 extra dollars for that hassle, even if your a minute past the 20 minute mark. So, if I go to class 3 – 4 a week, at $ 2 – 4 each time I parking… what am I really paying per month for a membership? Probably too much, to be honest. Say I don’t care… «I’m rich, bitch»… My only other issue is that there’s not a ton of options for taking class. That being said– at least they have enough reformers and bikes that you don’t constantly have to be on a wait list to get in.
Cliff’s Notes version: Class: Great, Parking: Suckfest.

I have started taking Cyclelates and Reformed Pilates in June. Kept seeing results by taking both Cyclelates & Reformed Pilates classes. I have followed Cyclelates instructor, Drew Michael, from 24 Hour Fitness in NOHO for about a year. From my experience all I can say is that he is an amazing instructor and he always offers a variety of set exercises that works every part of the body in an hour long class. You will never come into a class and feel bored. Never have I imagined that I would be feeling muscles that were never used before or sweat in the first 5 minutes of class. Overall, I’d suggest that you take Drew Michael’s classes. He’s very funny and welcoming once you walk into the studio.
The one thing that I really appreciate about Cyclelates studio is that they have instructors, such as, Drew Michael, that walks around to check or correct every student’s form when we are using the reformer machines. I have never used one until I started coming to Cyclelates. On my first day, Drew Michael, immediately helped me by showing how to properly use the reformer machines. From there I was able to enjoy the class and comfortably use them without feeling awkward.
You should definitely take advantage on using their groupon special that have going on right now. Also, you will get the most at Cyclelates Studio and really see your body get tone and lean. They even offer personal training sessions especially if you’re looking to drop some weight for 2014. These instructors are super friendly, motivating, and they take their job seriously because they want all of their students to feel good and as well look good.

I was first brought to Cyclelates after signing up for their new student «first session» $ 5 class. I chose Cyclelates with Bambi… All I can say is WOW! I was hooked mid-​workout! I have tried various classes in the past including all types of yoga (Bikram, Vinyasa, Power), Pilates, Barre, TRX, but after having taken this class I might have found a new favorite workout. This was my first time working out on the reformer. I must admit the reformer seemed a bit intimidating at first but Bambi was very calming and reassured me that she would help me through the entire process (and back off once I seemed more comfortable), and she did those exact things throughout the entire workout!
The workout: starting on the Pilates reformer (35 min), then onto the bike (20 min). I’m getting a workout just thinking of how great it was! It was an extremely challenging yet enjoyable first experience… I never thought I could sweat that much! What I loved most about the class was that despite the somewhat compact space, I didn’t feel like I was being compared to the person next to me, but could really just focus on my workout and choose how much I wanted to challenge myself. After returning home I went straight to my computer and purchased the 5 for $ 39 Groupon (usually $ 80 for 5).
Since then I have tried the Group Pilates Reformer class with Drew Michael and absolutely loved it! I highly suggest first trying a class here (you can’t beat a $ 5 trial class) just to test it out, I guarantee you will enjoy it and will be coming back for more!

«Yay! I’m a fan» is quite accurate for me, and I waited until I had tried most of their classes/​instructors to write a review.
I normally don’t like classes (or working out at all), personally, but these people are great that I just bought an unlimited month. Bambi is a sweetheart, Drew weirdly makes me not want to disappoint him, Lulu is encouraging, and Ashley is just sunshine!
I’m glad to have found this place, which is conveniently located from where I live, since I’m getting to that age when my huge appetite and my metabolism have grown apart and not for the better, and I actually need to get some exercise into my lifestyle.

Wow! I’m always surprised to see a bunch of high ratings for a place I can’t give that sort of credit to. I always say «different strokes for different folks» — everyone’s standards and expectations are different but this place is a far cry from 5 stars for me.
I noticed Cycleates when they opened and was excited to try them out at some point. I’m glad the first time intro price was only $ 5 — I feel it should have been free or they should have paid me $ 5 to waste an hour of my time when I could have been at the gym.
Once stepping through the front door I was not happy with the set up of this place and I felt the interior was a bit tacky. The cement is surely not welcoming (feels more like a boxing ring should be set up in here, not a pilates/​spin studio) and the large cement pillars throughout the place make it extremely hard for new students to see what is going on in the place.
I for one have never done pilates or worked on a reformer. I really enjoy the intensity of my workouts — weather it be indoor cycling, running, elliptical etc. I choose hiking, bar method and yoga at home as my go to casual type workouts. So, perhaps the pilates portion of this is just not my style of working out, it consisted of very short periods of an exercise followed by so many interruptions. I guess I prefer a more continuous workout.
When I arrived I told the instructor/​owner that I was brand new to pilates. I found her instruction to be way under par — but like I said, this was my first pilates class — this may be how this sort of thing works but she was not helpful at all and I didn’t really have a clue what we were doing — the entire 35 minutes of this portion of the class seemed to be a complete waste for a new student. In 35 minutes I could have run several miles and burned off 400 – 500 more calories than I did during this time.
I also did not care for the bikes — they seemed a bit old to me and something was just a bit off with them, almost felt like they were old bikes thrown out from a gym that was upgrading — I have no idea how else to explain them, a bit old and rickety. The 20 minute cycle portion of the class was just ok.
The reformers (2 rows) and bikes (several rows) all seem to be crammed in here.
Overall, I was not satisfied with any aspect of this place other than the ease of their on-​line purchasing/​scheduling of classes.
Comfort and cleanliness are very important to me, when coming to a workout studio and something just seemed unsanitary about this place and the equipment.
I’m always on the hunt and open to exploring new workouts — outside of what my gym offers, but finding the best of the best or pretty darn close to it is of high importance to me if I’m going to be dishing out extra funds aside from my monthly gym fees and this place is very far from worth it in my opinion.
For such a small class size during the lunch hour I would have expected more individualized attention for new students while allowing the more advanced students to move through the workout on their own. The instructor seemed preoccupied as if the last thing she felt like doing during this particular time was teaching a class.
Workout apparel is certainly not something that I take note on at any given studio but the fact that the instructor was wearing leggings, a baseball hat and motorcycle type boots during the entire pilates portion just sort of through me off. It felt odd, the sort of odd one might feel if you show up to spin and your teacher is walking around in stiletto pumps. She did throw on cycle shoes for the spin portion which made sense.
I was really hoping I liked this place as I handle booking many corporate fitness events for our company and I was scouting out new local options for class buy outs/​special events involving a great workout in the area but left very much disappointed.
I will not be returning and I do plan on trying out pilates at several other places so I’ll have something to compare this experience to.