Recycle Studio – South End

ERIN F. — THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!
go for the big music and epic ride. you’re in good hands.

I’ve been coming consistently since my last review — it’s such a great studio. I keep meaning to update to shout out Erin– I swear she has the same people in her class each week!

Went here Saturday morning at 9:30am. You get to borrow spin shoes for free. It’s a beautiful studio & very clean. The instructor was awesome — super lively and she really pushed us to push ourselves. This is one of the better spin studios in Boston!

$ 25 for a SINGLE ride. $ 17.50 for a single ride for a STUDENT. Monthly unlimited with 3 month commitment, $ 175/​mo… That’s insane, especially since each class is only 45 min. You’re basically paying $ 0.50/min when you go there.
On top of that, receptionists there had a snobby, elitist attitude, and weren’t helpful at all! When you enter downstairs, it is PITCH black and can’t see anything to adjust your bike.
Otherwise, it’s a pretty good studio. I really liked Alice’s class — she’s super energetic and I have no idea how she could talk while spinning super fast.
TL;DR
pros: fancy ass boutique studio, some good instructors
cons: expensive as hell… $ 17.50 for student rate, what a joke. Rude receptionists.

Positives:
–Friendly front desk staff (especially Anna-​Ruth)
–Instructor was great. I forget her name though
–The front waiting area was open, and other riders were welcoming
Negatives:
–I just felt like the downstairs was a little suffocating with the low ceiling and the bikes were a little too close together.

If it were possible to give 10 stars, I would. I honestly cannot believe I haven’t done a review for this spot yet because I love it. Love, love, love it. But its only because I am new to the review thing. I started going to Recycle about 2 or 3 years ago now and its frankly the best spin studio in the city. I feel comfortable saying that because I have taken at least one class at pretty much every private spin studio (and a couple of gyms too) in the Boston area. The instructors are great (especially my regular ones Emily and Anni!) and they actually plan the class and the moves to the music, unlike other studios where I feel like they are just playing loud, bad, and outdated club music in the background. Everything is thoughtful but it doesn’t feel like work. I just get there and do what they tell me. Clean space and friendly staff and other cyclists too. If you haven’t tried a class here, you need to — just don’t take my favorite bike :)

Hot and sweaty, fast paced and loud, Recycle spin classes are an awesome workout with motivated teachers who show the utmost commitment to each class. Like most spin classes, the music and the instructor make it. Here, neither disappoint and they make the time fly by until you’re dripping and your arms and legs feel like jelly.
Come early to get a spot, as the space is quite small. Trust your fellow spinners and leave your valuables upstairs before you descend into the underground bike room. And remember that the only restroom is down there too. Towels and earplugs are complementary and you’ll probably want to grab both.

I have taken Lydia’s class many times now and absolutely love it. This studio is awesome and always promises good ass kicking in the saddle. Best playlists, challenging, and really fun.

Chic exercise studio!

Update: Back Bay (Boston Common) studio MUCH BETTER than South End studio. Space is larger, bathroom isn’t in the studio (more private), extra space to stretch after and nicer overall vibe. Katie B. is also great. She acted out all the arm exercises, which was really helpful for a newbie like myself. I will certainly use my 3^rd spin at Boston Common over south End location.

WHAT I LOVE: Heart pounding music, some very motivational instructors, the space has a cool vibe, locations in the S. End AND Back Bay. Unfortunately, I don’t have a Learjet in my possession to go to Soul Cycle in NY every morning so I won’t compare the two.
CONS: Single classes are over priced. The instruction isn’t consistent (some lack motivation and enthusiasm). The temperature in the room needs to be MUCH warmer.

Today I tried out the new Recycle Studio location on Newbury Street – I had never tried out the other Recycle Studio on Tremont, so I really didn’t know what to expect. Let’s just say my legs and arms are shaking. I tried the Rebuild Ride: 30 min hardcore uphill battle/​30 min strength training. I was dripping sweat by the end of the 30 mins all out hill climb and my arms pretty much feel like jello. Also, I loved the music in the studio– really gets you pumped! All in all a great experience!

I went here for my very first cycling class tonight with Katie as the instructor. I thought it was pretty easy to get into the class – I arrived ten minutes before, paid cash, and didn’t have to deal with the hassle of registering online (something they often require for their most popular times for classes).
The microphone had some issues with the instructor apologized for a lot. The class was a good work out but not incredibly difficult; coming from a CrossFit and marathon background I was thought it would be incredibly difficult (and people were sweating like crazy coming out of the class before me) but I didn’t find it unbelievably rigorous. I think the saying goes if you want to know how effective your gym is look around you, and to be honest – a lot of the girls are pretty fat who come to the classes… so maybe the cycling work out is not all that toning and cardio intensive.
NEGATIVES:
1) WAY too overpriced. 22 dollars for a 45 minute class has got to be one of the biggest rip offs in the entire city
2) Music was eh, I think some people might have better music
POSITIVES:
1) Very nice people who work there; helpful and professional. Katie was really very sweet and great to chat with after.
2) GREAT location on Tremont Street in the heart of South End
3) Awesome space; I’m happy to support a local business that is not Equinox or Sports Club LA however I think that 22 dollars is still SO EXPENSIVE :(
I will probably come back to try other teachers but I think it will have to be a very big treat :-)

Love these classes. Aly is probably my favorite instructor. Her classes are motivational and high energy (and she has a ton of great music!). Classes incorporate arm workouts, which is a nice change from what I was used to.
Classes are a tiny bit expensive but they do offer a student discount. There is water available to fill your water bottles or for purchase if you forget your bottle at home. Towels are provided and they offer hair ties and ear plugs, just in case. There are lockers for you to put your stuff in and changing/​curtain areas. I WISH they had showers! Spin is downstairs and yoga (part of a REMIX class) is upstairs. The girls are an absolute blast and everyone is really nice and friendly.

I never thought anything would take me away from running until I stumbled into my first class at Recycle Studio. What an unbelievable workout.

I was really glad to have stumbled upon Recycle Studio, a studio dedicated solely to spinning. It was easy to get to and to sign up for a class (they offer drop-​ins). The sign in area is on the small side and is an open space. In this space, you leave your belongings here (there are small lockers but you need to bring a lock and wouldn’t fit a full backpack); yoga takes place if there is a component of that in your class; and where you can change (cloth curtains). All the spinning occurs in a basement where there is a bathroom. The room is dark which is nice and candles are lit (I am on the fence about them as they seem to be scented but I guess it is better than sweat).
I ended up signing up for two classes: Reboot and Remix and have to say both instructors kicked my butt, very much in a great way, and both were incredibly friendly if you needed anything at all and motivational that made you work harder. I have not taken a spin class like this where arm workouts are incorporated and I am someone who needs to focus on these areas!
Totally worth the price in my mind and too bad they aren’t in my city as I would definitely be a regular.

I was in town from Chicago to support my wife’s Boston Marathon run. Dropped in for a Reconquer Ride (75 minutes) on Saturday of Boston Marathon weekend with Rachele Pojednic as the instructor to blow off steam. Although the class was scheduled as full and I was on the waiting list, the staff could not have been nicer. They made sure I was set up nicely and the class was a blast. Rachele was a dynamo and pulled everyone along with her on a heart pounding 75 minute aerobic/​anaerobic ride. Afterwards, she chatted with everyone and made sure everyone was stretched, hydrated and happy. I spin at a quality spot in Chicago (
) and these folks were right up there with Emme’s crew. Anyone looking for a quality spot and hard hitting ride, this is the place in Bean Town.

These women kick my arse. Recycle is the new spinning only studio on Tremont street… Studio in this case means darkened basement
I cannot run, because of a heel spur… but have to exercise due my eating habit. The answer is spinning. You would think spinning is really cycling on a stationary bike…
Not anymore… There is spinning with weights, «jumping» from a standing to sitting position and a myriad of moves designed to make you you sweat profusely
The music is the best part. Its like a greatest hits MP3 player… Dave Matthews, Ozzy Osborne, Black Keys. etc
Great place for serious exercise

I have been to Recycle Studios about 6 times and it keeps getting better for this first time spinner.
First, the music is spectacular. When you have to go deep and pull for that inner strength, why not have a beat to help you get there? Each instructor is conscientious of how the cadence of the song propels action and channels intent.
Second, each instructor is there to push you to your best workout. That is why you are there– to work! You are often told to leave everything on the bike and stay in the moment– a wonderful way to empty yourself after a long day or prepare yourself for the day.
Third, not only will you get a good cardio workout, but with Meredith and Christina you will get a strength workout as well. If you’re looking for a beat banger with some yoga to follow, I would highly recommend Aly’s class.
Fourth, I have gone twice to the Saturday cash class and seen women in their 50s there WORKING IT OUT. They are not in perfect, gym sculpted shape and they feel right at home on that bike sweating it out.
I would highly recommend this place for a person visiting Boston and looking for a workout that has a high calorie burn and leaves you higher than when you started. I would also recommend it for native Bostonians looking to add an inspired cardio routine.
You should know that there are no showers at Recycle so don’t plan on walking out for a hot date but do plan on getting yo’ sweat on!

Awesome Sweat-​astic workout!
After an hour sweat session here, my drenched bangs are plastered against my forehead, the saltiness of my sweat is burning my eyes, my back is drenched, and I literally watch as my sweat pours down my face and drips onto the floor… and I love it!
I feel amazing after every class and I attribute that to the talented cycling instructors at the studio. I have taken classes with all 6 of the instructors, and each teacher has their own style, but all are helpful, encouraging, and play solid music in a whole range of genres — whether it’s rock, pop, remixes, etc.
I enjoy each instructor and class for different reasons:
–Aly’s class as a solid all-​around workout
–Regan’s class for the challenging spinning/​core/​arm work combo
–Christina’s class for being intense but also allowing me to groove on the bike
–Meredith was a fiery ball of energy I could barely keep up with
–Katie’s class has made me more appreciative of rock music and always leaves me the sweatiest.
–The latest class I took with Rachele was so awesome in a completely new way (it must have been all those hills) it made me wish I could take her morning classes! Alas, I cannot wake up before 6am.
Besides the different playlists, different instructors incorporate more hills, jumps, and positions into their class, so I encourage you to try out the different teachers for both their musical and spinning style, and see what works for you. I like them all for different reasons, and they always surprise me!
FYI, there are 2 changing rooms, lockers to put your stuff, hooks to hang your coats, earplugs and hair ties, but no showers at the studio. You can sign up for classes beforehand online. The classes are on the more expensive side, but this is the only dedicated spinning studio in Boston! Similar business around the country charge more.

Excellent workout! Nice facility, and great staff.
I moved to the Boston area recently from NYC, where I was a huge fan of Soul Cycle– an incredibly addictive indoor cycling program. I missed it desperately until I discovered Recycle, which is very similar.
I like as much variation as possible in my spinning classes (ie; sit, stand, high resistance, sprints, chest presses, little tricep dips, weights etc) and Recycle is the closest thing to this kind of workout in the boston area.
The instructors are great– full of energy and motivating, especially Christina. The music is solid and energizing. Everyone is really friendly and welcoming of newbies. Overall, highly recommended.

i first tried out recycle because of classpass. after maybe four months, i quit classpass and signed up for monthly unlimited rides at recycle because it’s that awesome. it has changed my life and i feel so amazing every week because of the classes. i tried most of the spin studios around the Boston area thanks to classpass and would tell anyone anytime that recycle is the best of the best. i take classes with my friends there, i bring friends from out of town there and i rave about it to anyone that will listen. yes, it’s pricey, but you get what you pay for and it’s worth the cost. i’ve only been to the south end studio, i hear the newbury street location has nicer facilities [and a shower, which is great] but i’m excited about the south end move to union park.
my one qualm: ADD MORE CLASSES WITH ERIN. recycle studio management, don’t make me start a ‘we want erin’ chant. please!!!