Maximise your training with one of our courses, classes or fitness tests
We have a range of coached group classes for individuals to book, run by a qualified Wattbike instructor.
Group training can be incredibly motivating and great fun as well as pushing you to get the most from your session.
Details of our current classes are below and include a pre-work early morning class, ladies only daytime class, weekend longer endurance sessions and evening classes each with a specific training focus. You can be a serious cyclist or simply looking for a great workout.
We also have Sufferfest sessions available to book. Sufferfest is a unique video training experience which takes you into the heart of a cycling event to add interest to your training session. As well as dedicated Sufferfest sessions you can also request them on any drop in session.
Book below.
Tuesdays - Speed Session - 18:00-19:00
This session is designed for all levels of triathletes and cyclists to improve their fitness with the aim of going faster against the clock, be that in time trials or non-drafting triathlons. We will be using both power and heart rate to ensure that you’ll be training at just the right intensity for maximum performance gains. All levels of ability can be accommodated as you will be using your own specifically assigned training zones. We will be working specifically at developing your ability to sustain a high % of your maximum aerobic power.
Tuesdays - Speed Session - 19:30-20:30
This session is designed for all levels of triathletes and cyclists to improve their fitness with the aim of going faster against the clock, be that in time trials or non-drafting triathlons. We will be using both power and heart rate to ensure that you’ll be training at just the right intensity for maximum performance gains. All levels of ability can be accommodated as you will be using your own specifically assigned training zones. We will be working specifically at developing your ability to sustain a high % of your maximum aerobic power.
Wednesdays - Ladies Only Fitness Session 10:00-11:00
This class is designed for those who are keen to improve their general fitness and is suitable for both non-cyclists and regular cyclists. Our qualified female instructor will help get you set up on the Wattbike and guide you through a session at your own pace to help you keep fit whilst having fun! You don’t need any special equipment – just a drink, a towel and trainers (or cycling shoes if you prefer). There will be a free coffee for all attendees before or after the class!
Thursdays - Sufferfest (uncoached) - 18:30-19:30/20:00
Sufferfest are the best known interactive videos for indoor cycling. Featuring the world’s best races, we have climbing, endurance, sprinting and race simulation workouts. Join us for this un-coached session and add new dimension and interest to your training. Videos range from 50 to 90 mins. These classes are priced at £6 and are listed as ‘Sufferfest’ on the booking widget.
Fridays - Daytime class - 13:00-14:00
This session will be focused on technique, efficiency and strength. Working predominately in Zone 3 but finishing with some higher intensity intervals. It is suitable for all abilities and can be tailored to your level of fitness.
Fridays - Hour of Power - 18:30-19:30
This session is our ‘Hour of Power’ designed to develop your maximum power output and strength, which will in turn support you in developing your cycling efficiency providing benefit to all riders from sprinter to ironman triathlete! We will be using both power and heart rate to ensure that you’ll be training at just the right intensity for maximum performance gains. All levels of ability can be accommodated as you will be using your own specifically assigned training zones. Experience how the track cyclists train and inject some POWER into your riding.
Saturdays - Sufferfest - 10:00-11:30
This will return to a coached class over winter
Sufferfest are the best known interactive videos for indoor cycling. Featuring the world’s best races, we have climbing, endurance, sprinting and race simulation workouts. Join us for this un-coached session and add new dimension and interest to your training. Videos range from 50 to 90 mins. These classes are priced at £6 and are listed as ‘Sufferfest’ on the booking widget.
Sundays - Sufferfest (uncoached) - 13:00-14:00
Sufferfest are the best known interactive videos for indoor cycling. Featuring the world’s best races, we have climbing, endurance, sprinting and race simulation workouts. Join us for this un-coached session and add new dimension and interest to your training. Videos range from 50 to 90 mins.
These classes are priced at £6 and are listed as ‘Sufferfest’ on the booking widget.
Testing
Enquire now about fitness testing
In years gone by, fitness testing has been reserved for sport science laboratories, where a qualified sport scientist is on hand to tell you every single detail about your ride. But, as an amateur athlete, you may have little opportunity to visit a sport science facility, which means you could be missing out on essential information which could help you implement a more effective training plan.
The benefits of cycling testing
Testing could open up a new world of measuring and analysing performance. Read on to find out how testing can help you:
- Train more effectively
- Monitor changes in your fitness
- Measure the effectiveness of your training plan
Email [email protected] or complete the contact form for more info and to book.
What is it: The submaximal ramp test is designed to gives a benchmark level of fitness and can be used to estimate maximum minute power (MMP) and maximum heart rate (MHR). This test will allow us to establish your specific and individual training zones, which can be used on the Wattbike or on the road if you have a heart rate monitor and/or power meter.
When to use it: If you’ve not tested before, but you’re exercising on a regular basis, this is the first test you should attempt. It will provide all the benchmark figures you need to start analysing your performance.
We have two protocols depending on your current level of fitness / experience.
The 1hr session will include a 20 minute warm up and the test (20 minutes), plus cool down and bike set up.
Price: £45
Email [email protected] or complete the contact form for more info and to book.
What is it: Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is becoming widely used in the cycling world as an increasing number of cyclists are using power to guide and monitor their training and their performance-related capacities. When correctly measured FTP is an intensity that is similar to a blood lactate threshold, which in turn has been found to be highly predictive of performance in a range of endurance events and distances. FTP is an intensity that represents the ability to sustain the highest power output possible over 45 to 60 minutes, depending upon an individuals’ trained status. As a result 95% of the 20-minute average power is used to determine the FTP.
FTP can be most practically and reliably measured by carrying out a 20 minute time trial on the Wattbike and recording the associated power and heart rate. With this test, it is essential that the highest effort than can be sustained for the whole test is achieved. A successful test is one where at the end of the 20 minutes, the effort given has been maximal, and if paced correctly exercise could not be continued for any longer. The last few minutes of the test should be extremely challenging and large amounts of concentration and will-power used to keep going at the same intensity.
When to use it: Not only can regular assessments of FTP help provide you with an indication of whether you are improving your performance-related abilities, but it also provides a very good functional ‘landmark’ from which to base cycling-specific training zones.
This test is recommended for experienced cyclists only. We recommend you consult your GP before undertaking any ‘maximal effort’ tests.
The 1hr session will include a 20minute warm up and the test (20 minutes), plus cool down and bike set up.
Price: £45
Email [email protected] or complete the contact form for more info and to book.