If you can’t get out and ride your bicycle, these spin classes in Hong Kong are the next best thing
With the abundance of fitness studios and gyms in Hong Kong, there are many fun workouts to choose from. As a workout, spinning is an excellent way to relieve stress and also a low-impact exercise that still increases your cardiovascular fitness. If you’re looking to try new kinds of exercise or enjoy a ‘team vibe’ while working out as a group, spinning might be a good choice for you. Check out these spin classes in Hong Kong to get that lean muscle definition for both your legs and core!
1. Project S
Wanna beat the heat but still get your workout in? Experience the feeling of cycling outdoors while staying inside a luxe penthouse at Project S. Led by Project S’ first-class trainer and founder Sarah Wersborg, the signature Project Strong class comprises a short yet challenging combo of cardio and HIIT, ensuring fast results for all levels of fitness. In addition, Project S offers a flexible pay-as-you-go scheme and great package deals for a variety of classes. The ultimate group fitness and spin class in Hong Kong, this boutique fitness studio will get you stepping outside your comfort zone and achieving your fitness goals in no time.
Kickstart your summer with Project S’ Project Summer! Running from 1 June to 30 September 2023, the promo price of just $1,118 gives you access to six classes.
Project S, 33-34/F, The Chelsea, 69 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p. 2328 8211
2. Pure Fitness
For those who aren’t looking to feel like a backup dancer in a music video, Pure’s spin class is a great experience to try. Pure offers three kinds of cycling classes, so you can find the spin class that best suits your fitness needs. The Les Mills-designed RPM workout enables you to control the intensity, such as increasing the resistance before easing it back down, thereby boosting your cardio fitness. With numerous locations across Hong Kong, it couldn’t be easier to hop on a bike at Pure for a good spin.
Pure has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
3. Velocity Studio
Asia’s first-ever aquabike studio and Hong Kong’s first female-only studio is perfect for those who want to tone their body while rejuvenating their skin. The solo spin bike is immersed in a jacuzzi private cabin, all designed in France (oh là là!). With its oxygenated, ozone-infused water to detoxify your skin, the studio is best for the ladies who are always hustling and are in need of a sanctuary. A bonus? The jacuzzi jet massage boosts your blood circulation to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Velocity Studio, 14/F, Oliv, 15-21 Sharp Street East, Causeway Bay, p. 2110 4460
4. XYZ
A SoulCycle alternative, XYZ’s neon-lit indoor cycling studio makes you feel like you’re partying in the streets of LKF rather than pumping your legs. Classes are split into different categories, such as Grow Young or Born to Move. The former is for all levels, allowing you to find your own pace and eventually build up your strength to take on the Born to Move Class, which is known for intense cardio and calorie-burning challenges.
Read our review of XYZ
XYZ, 12/F, China Building, 29 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2865 0999
5. Renation
Helmed by Wil Fang, the creator of Cookie DPT, along with leading fitness industry figures, Renation aims to become the go-to destination for all things wellness. The space is divided into four areas: Recycle, Recondition, Recover, and Recharge. Recycle is where fitness junkies can get their cycle on in an indoor spin class. Music-driven and high-intensity, Recycle classes are available everyday to burn off those cookie calories.
Renation, 3/F, H Code, High Block, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong
TORQ (permanently closed)
Located in Causeway Bay, TORQ studio offers a range of cycling sessions with different varieties of intensity. CYCLE Turbo offers a 35-minute fat-loss class, whereas CYCLE Power uses performance metric numbers and a Functional Threshold Power (FTP) test is conducted for 20 minutes of the class. TORQ studio enables riders to get both the cardio and muscle toning workout done and dusted for the day. Less talk, more TORQ!
TORQ, 3F, Abdoolally House, 20 Stanley Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2677 8623
