BYKlyn Cycle

This place is great. They are really nice and it was a great intro to spinning for a newbie. Good intro class package, 2 classes for 10.

Still only 3 stars… or more like 2.5.
The good: they have reinstated some of their non-​monthly pricing packages, and now offer some competitive 3 and 6 month packages. Plus some good options on a couple of weeknight classes. So that is fair (but please bring back the 12 month plan!)
The not so good: I wish their bikes had some kind of monitors so I knew what gear I was in! Some of their instructors talk A LOT and it is hard to know what I’m supposed to be doing. (E.g., Sarah talks so much I can’t follow her). Half the time I just make up my own routine, which I guess is fine but kind of defeats the point of taking a class and having an instructor! It would be so helpful to have better equipment so the instructor could simply say… now we are at level 2 (or whatever).
They are nice there but the constant jabbering by some instructors really interferes with getting in the groove of biking to the music.
But I know, I know. …upgraded bikes would cost money!
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UPDATE: If all instructors were like Jo, I’d be thrilled with this place! She knows how to balance instruction with silence and also knows how to guide riders so they know what level they should be at during the ride. Awesome instructor!

Just took Jay’s 60 minute class and WOW. Seriously *fantastic* workout.

I began going to BYKlyn in early 2016 and have lost 20 lbs this year since attending regular classes! The studio is no frills, no attitude, and is very welcoming to those new to spin. I have really enjoyed trying out all the instructors’ classes — there is something for everyone. As a fellow EDM fan, my favorite class for the music is Danielle S., and I personally get the best workout at Julian’s 9 AM Sunday class. My friends and I really appreciate their commitment to supporting the Brooklyn community and attend classes together; we have each commented on the great energy that exists in this space.
You have nothing to lose from trying the Newbie 2 for $ 20 intro deal or one of the Saturday community rides — you’ll be hooked. I am truly grateful to have BYKlyn in my backyard and that they’ve helped me get healthy.

I took my second class this morning: BYK Body Plus with Sandy. I can think of no better way to start a Wednesday. Sandy was great and highly, highly motivating. I felt like a new person during her class because of how hard I was pushing myself to pedal harder, faster, and get over that hill. After 45 minutes on the bike, we did four stations of circuit training: tricep pushups, sit-​ups, plank, and bicep curls. I love Sandy and the studio and can’t wait to book my next class.

I love BYKlyn. I started coming here a couple months ago and it has quickly become my new favorite place to sweat. I love spin but have had a hard time finding a studio that has the right combination of a tough workout, a supportive atmosphere, and an affordable price. BYKlyn is all of these things and more.
The staff and instructors are wonderful. The owner, Amy, and the other ladies at the front desk are so welcoming and supportive. The same goes for the instructors. I’ve taken classes with Eric, Alie, Danielle K, Jay, Grace, and Sara. They are all different and they are all fantastic. They remember details you tell them, compliment you after a great workout, and generally make you feel like you’re truly capable of kicking ass.
The atmosphere and studio space are exactly right. I love that there’s no juice bar, hard-​to-​operate locker system, or crowded shower. I even love that the bikes don’t have monitors. The focus is just on getting into the groove and riding. To me, that’s the best kind of workout because it lets you trust your body. I never leave BYKlyn feeling like I suck because I was the last on my team or because I didn’t hit a certain RPM.
And, because you’re not paying for a juice bar or glam shower products, the pricing is actually affordable. BYKlyn offers great monthly packages that are some of the best in the city. As a bonus, they focus on partnering with other Brooklyn businesses so it increases the awesome feeling of community.
Sounds great, right? It is. See you in class!

I’ve been going to Byklyn for about a year now and absolutely love it.
Before I started at Byklyn I hated exercise. Like, avoided it at all costs. And to be honest, even when I first started at Byklyn i wasn’t totally keen but this was just due to the fact that I thought I was going to pass out each time I went as I was so unfit.
But a year later, I’m into the groove, have improved my fitness and usually manage about 2 – 3 classes each week, my favorites being the 6.30am sessions. My favorite instructor by far is Sandy. She encourages without being scary, and you can tell she’s a pro cyclist which i think helps enormously. Now that she’s doing 4 morning classes a week I think I might even up my weekly attendance!
It’s not Soul Cycle, and I’m glad of it. It’s Brooklyn, and it feels it. It’s super clean but it has an attitude about it which I love. Yes there are no showers, but if there were more amenities like this it would be more expensive and some people just don’t see the need for them when it’s a local place.
Byklyn has become a favorite part of my weekly routine and I feel great walking back feeling exhausted but uplifted at 7.15 ready to face the day.
I’m moving apartments in June and staying within walking distance of Byklyn has become one of my requirements for my new place :-)

I just absolutely love BYKlyn. I’ve taken several of the different classes they offer and each instructor is absolutely amazing, providing their own unique flavor to each class. I look forward to looking at the schedule the day before to plan which class I am going to go to. I always walk out of BYKlyn feeling like a million bucks and more confident to take on life off of the bike.
At the beginning after not having worked out for a good 3 years due to some of life’s major curveballs thrown at me, I finally was able to sign up for ClassPass. I loved BYKlyn so much that I immediately wanted to go more than 3 times a month (as restricted by ClassPass) and signed up for BYKlyn’s 10 class/​month deal @ only $ 18 a class including the shoes. THIS IS A STEAL.
BYKlyn is a really friendly and comfortable environment. Its great for beginners, as I was when I started, with BYKlyn knowing me on the first name basis and the instructors being really helpful in setting up my bike. Now that I’m a little more intermediate, I continue to be challenged in each class. They really care about their rides, with a weekly ‘special’ ride that may focus on a certain type of music or some other cool theme, as well as other various promotions and cycling-​related activities going on.
Finally, it makes my heart melt when I walk into BYKlyn and am greeted by the sweetest dog ever, Penny. However, if you are not a dog person have no fear! You will barely know she is there.
Thank you BYKlyn for getting me back into my fitness game! I look forward to upping my journey.

Byklyn is amazing. From the owner Amy, to the instructors and staff. I’ve tried Alie’s, Declan’s and Jay’s classes and they were all different but all great. Alie is a cycling coach and true cyclist that is very precise with cues and is also very motivational. Declan’s Byk and Boot straight up kicked my ass period. Jay’s class is amazing. He manages to motivate and empower with great music and challenging classes with no «cheerleader» type energy. If you haven’t stopped by BykLyn, you’re missing out!

This place is the least impressive spin studio I’ve been to. The facility has literally no amenities or frills.
The classes and teachers are sub par. The classes are taught by teachers who seem to be unsure if they’re in a club or at a work out. (I get that works for some, but not me) The bikes have no computer to assist you in gauging your work out, and you’re left just sort of peddling for 45 – 60 minutes. Twice I’ve signed up for classes that say they’re an hour and have only been 45 minutes.
The owner (or whom I believe to be the owner) is not welcoming, pushy and sometimes rude. I’m a classpasser and one time I was there she was loudly discussing how much she hates classpass and «classpassers», because it’s not worth it for her studio and it doesn’t bring in revenue. Another time she was trying to get me to sign up for some city ride that was happening that Sunday, that was 60 + miles and $ 200 «donation» telling me «it’s so easy and affordable» as if if I couldn’t do both those requirements it was embarrassing for me. I declined but she kept pushing.
I continued coming here out of desperation to have a Brooklyn studio but I’ve given up and just started making the trek to flywheel in the city. There are just so many other better work out audio options in the area.
**** Side Note****
I actually love that they have a dog as their mascot, he helped the get the second star.

I attended a bike&boot hybrid class which consisted of 30 minutes on the bike ($ 3 for shoe rental/​Schwinn bikes/​includes towel/​has no digital screen for you to track progress but this lets you focus on the music and instructor more/​wear earplugs because it gets earsplitting loud) and 30 minutes on the floor doing boot camp workouts.
This class got me sweating and is a good way to tone up and get your heart rate pumping. The structure of this class was similar to certain classes at BFX which I have a love-​hate relationship with. (Love for the physical benefits, hate for the pain). The facilities of course were not as fancy as BFX but I’m not necessarily comparing, just giving you an idea of what to expect. They do not have showers which I found strange, given the sweaty workouts happening there. Overall, it is not a place I vibed with, but I would encourage anybody to at least check it out if they are looking for a well-​rounded workout.
(BYKlyn is also conveniently located within walking distance from Barclays Center/​Atlantic Ave.)

I’m conflicted writing this review because although I definitely «got my sweat on» so to speak when I took a class here, it bothered me that the instructor only spent about 10 minutes on the bike with us and the rest of the time just walked around yelling «1 – 2! 1 – 2! 1 – 2!» Cute little studio and the people were very nice, I just wasn’t crazy about the structure of the class. We also started about 7 minutes late which always bothers me with fitness classes.

I continue to go to this place because of its convenience (location) and because it’s on class pass, but it’s very clear by the owner (who tends to hang around a lot with her dog) that classpass members are resented and treated like second class citizens. I’ve heard her talk multiple times about how classpass fees are hurting their business etc and that’s why they have to charge for shoe rentals. If you hate classpass so much, why don’t you just pull your studio from the system? It’s awkward as a classpass member to come into your studio and feel unwelcome. I’ve seen plenty available brand new shoes in my size (which all the members are wearing) and have been handed the old crappy shoes.
The classes are average (depends on instructor, occasional classes can be very challenging) but places like flywheel, revolve, swerve etc will have way better music and is a much harder workout with avid cyclers. I would say Byk and Boot is the most challenging class if you’re looking to maximize your sweat at this place.

I really like this place — everyone is so friendly and the space is small but clean! Right on Flatbush, awesome location. I’ve only taken Grace’s class, but she was so fun to ride with. I’m eager to try Kat’s class per all the reviews. Would highly recommend doing the new student special to try out two of their classes (for $ 20 — AWESOME deal!)

So I feel almost like I’m cheating reviewing BYKlyn because my favorite instructor (Jo) from DC teaches here.
But in conclusion, Jo is an AMAZING instructor — she’s incredibly friendly and she teaches an amazing class. Take Jo’s class.

Byklyn fun classes and kind instructors
I never tried cycling before going to Byklyn and I found a great group there. The instructors provided me with clear instruction and make sure that you can hold your own in class. I never felt intimidated taking a class and each instructor has their own unique flavor that makes it fun.
Whether it’s Kat’s high energy, Nikole’s great music taste and sense of humor, or Tarek’s dance moves. You’ll always get a great workout and a fun ride here.

I have a unique perspective on these classes since I’m both a Zumba instructor and also a music teacher, so I know a good group fitness class when I attend one. (I appreciate the teachers’ enthusiasm as they «build the scene» for you to focus on and pedal to the beat).
Each instructor brings their own flavor and skill set to each class so you can definitely have your pick of how you want to experience your spin class. There’s never that panic, like, «Oh man, am I gonna get a bike? Will I be bumping elbows with my neighbor?» Byklyn is set up for an intimate experience (think private school where all teachers know their students on a first name basis), which is a refreshing break from the packed classes of a typical gym. Considering that spinning is ALL that they focus on, you know that the people in the classes are there to WORK/​SWEAT and not just text on their phone during class or leave halfway through.
Each instructor I took from was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with any new students so they feel welcome and get set up properly on their bike. Without a doubt, if you’re in the market for a very reasonably priced spin class with a neighborhood vibe, this is your oyster!

I hate exercising with a passion– every time I go to the gym, I find myself on a cardio machine watching the Food Network, planning my next meal instead of breaking a sweat (essentially defeating the purpose of my workout). I found Bykyln through ClassPass and was excited to give it a try.
The studio itself is pretty barebones and the bikes don’t track your distance or calories burned but that doesn’t really matter to me. In fact, I really appreciate the no frills atmosphere as I am coming to work out, not admire the pretty décor/​cool gadgets. Thus far, I have taken 4 classes here and loved all of them! The instructors are very motivating and I always leave feeling as though I have gotten a great workout without even realizing I’m exercising! A lot of different exercise studios in the area tend to be very intimidating/​unwelcoming and its so refreshing that Byklyn is full of friendly people– from the staff manning the front desk to the instructors!

I moved to Park Slope in May and was looking for a good place to work out that wouldn’t break the bank. I found that, and so much more, in BYKLYN. The staff here is so friendly and welcoming, even making an effort to remember your name and ask how your day is going (even before a 6:30AM spin class). They have packages for newbies that are super affordable and a great way to check out the place and the instructors, but trust me, once you take a BYKLYN class, you’ll want that monthly pass (which is also incredibly affordable as far as spinning classes go). Every instructor I’ve worked with motivates you and makes you want to push yourself further and that is priceless!
Going to spin class at BKYLYN is the highlight of my day.

This new spinning location is your best bet for a no frills workout. I took my first class here with Kat who was a sub for Anne for the 9:30 BYK Core on Wednesday morning. When I walked in, the staff was super friendly and accommodating. There were about 10 people in my class. Kat went around and helped to set up bikes and then talked us through her whole workout, letting us know what we were in for. She motivated us throughout the class, referred to most of us by name and got off her bike to check that everyone was on track.
We started about 5 min late, rode for about 35 min and then did a 10 min core & stretch on the mats in the front room. It was a little tight, but as long as you don’t mind sharing a little sweat from neighbor, you’ll be fine.
I will be buying the 50 class package this week. I can’t wait to get back in that seat!