Rise to the Podium

This is an invitation to join us for a 36 hour intensive indoor cycling certification program where you learn to lead and elevate your teaching practice.

September 21st to October 6th | Del Mar, CA

You’re one of the top 1%, who knows they are ready to take this next step from rider to instructor and impact people’s lives.

As you integrate what you’ve learned from taking indoor cycling classes, you’re going to notice a dramatic shift in how you think, speak, feel and move when leading a class.

Every one of you will receive personalized attention and walk away with tangible improvements that will have a real impact on your career, your earning potential in fitness and your life.

This program will feel like you’re coming home to a family as you meet face to face with like-minded fitness professionals who are striving to be the best at their craft. Every instructor will have invested in themselves and dedicated themselves to mastering how to lead an indoor cycling experience and change lives.

We will work shoulder to shoulder and improve your skills and teaching abilities together.

We’ll go over music, voice, cueing and communication, programming a class, motivational coaching, rhythm, resistance and advanced techniques for building community in your classes.

Our goal is for you to land your dream job at a studio or create a path forward to lead classes in any space.

History of Indoor Cycling: Dive into the origins and evolution of indoor cycling, tracing its journey from a niche workout to a global fitness phenomenon.

Anatomy and Physiology of Indoor Cycling: Understand how indoor cycling engages your muscles and cardiovascular system, optimizing every ride for maximum benefit.

Music Theory and Vocal Performance: Master the art of creating a killer playlist with music theory, and learn vocal techniques to energize and engage your riders.

RPM, Resistance, and Power Training: Get the scoop on how to use RPM, resistance, and power to create powerful cycling workouts that challenge and motivate.

Effective Cueing and Communication: Get the scoop on how to use RPM, resistance, and power to create powerful cycling workouts that challenge and motivate.

Choreography and Programming Techniques: Discover how to craft exciting, well-structured indoor cycling classes that keep your riders coming back for more.

Creating Dynamic Playlists: Uncover the secrets to building a playlist that pumps up the energy and keeps everyone motivated.

Building a Community: Master the art of creating a supportive and enthusiastic community within your classes and studio, fostering strong connections and loyalty.

Marketing Your Personal Brand: Learn how to effectively promote your personal brand to attract and engage your target audience, standing out in the fitness world.

About Lena, Founder & Master Trainer

Lena is the visionary Founder and Owner of VERVE Studios, where her mission is to enhance the mental and physical well-being of her members and guide her team in making a meaningful impact on the health and wellness of the community.

With over 11 years of experience as a fitness trainer in New York, Boston, and Southern California, Lena has led thousands of indoor cycling classes. Her deep passion for teaching, mentoring, and coaching is evident in her commitment to developing exceptional, innovative instructors.

Lena has trained more than 100 instructors who now lead classes at some of the most renowned studios in the US and UK, including VERVE Studios, SoulCycle, The Handle Bar, B/Spoke, Digme Fitness, CycleBar, Barry’s Bootcamp, Aviator Nation Ride, and more.

Her goal is to inspire you to embrace vulnerability, confront discomfort, and overcome the mental barriers that hinder your growth as an athlete, coach, and individual. Lena encourages you to show up authentically and confidently, both on and off the bike. She teaches you the skills, techniques and framework necessary to lead powerful indoor cycling classes.