Spinning Classes Now Offered at Scranton

After months of campaigning, spin classes officially opened to the University community on Oct. 23. Spin classes are held in the lower level of the Byron Center near the racquetball courts. See class times and register, here. 

When I walk into the spinning room before my class, I like to play music that will get the spinning vibes flowing the moment my students walk in the door. At a spin class, not only are you getting a full body workout, you are getting the sense of team spirit!

I took my first spin class in my junior year of high school and I immediately fell in love with the workout. The energy radiated from the instructor and spread through the room. From this point forward, spin became “my thing.”

When I arrived at The University of Scranton last fall, I learned that the school did not offer spin classes. My friend, Morgan, who also loves spin, and I decided that spin classes would be a fantastic addition to the current opportunities to exercise on our campus. We immediately got to work and emailed Robert Hermes, assistant director/club sport coordinator, and scheduled a meeting. He loved the idea and asked us to make a petition to evaluate student interest. With the help of a few friends, we were generated more than 300 student signatures. Within a couple months, the spin program was approved. I was overwhelmed with excitement and ready for everyone to be able to experience this energizing workout.

Moving from the student’s bike to the instructor’s bike was the next step. After getting certified, making music playlists, and timing a routine of varying intensity, I was ready.

The first week of having spin on campus proved to all of us that our hard work petitioning had paid off. Almost all the classes were full.

Spinning is the best way to get active because the class is bursting with high intensity music, enthusiastic instructors, and an energetic group atmosphere that makes working out fun. First-time students are given safety and bike setup instructions on safety from certified instructors. The class is designed to be an intense workout. Students are encouraged to pedal to the best of their ability and progress with experience. There is no set required physical fitness level to do spin class and almost anyone can give it a try. It is as simple as pedaling with the music and instructor’s routine.

The students are the most important part of having a good class. The positive energy and motivation you bring to class spreads throughout the room and makes it easy to get into the workout. After spinning, you leave with a euphoric feeling that stays with you all day.

Overall, spinning is a wonderful way to get physically fit, meet new people, and, of course, have fun! So do something good for yourself and give this class a spin!