At Charlottesville’s beloved cycling studio, Pūrvelo, they aim to cultivate a positive and energetic environment for riders of all experiences. A large part of building that excitement during class are the instructors’ curated playlists. From house and electronic dance music to pop and musical theater, these playlists offer something for everyone.
Spin classes are a group workout experience where riders, led by an instructor, ride stationary bikes at varying speeds and resistances. At Pūrvelo, cycling classes can range from 30 to 90 minutes, but the most common class is the standard 45 minute class. Maxine Clifford, Pūrvelo Charlottesville and Pūrvelo Athens owner and instructor, said that around half of the classes have a musical theme.
“[Theming classes] help create a community experience in the room, because there will be riders attending class that are following along with whatever moment or festival or film is being highlighted, and it creates conversation. It creates connection,” Clifford said. “It’s a fun way to bring like minded individuals together … and it adds a special flair to that specific class.”…