The Force is strong with this one! National Space Day (May 2) and Star Wars Day (May the 4th Be With You) align for an epic intergalactic theme ride. Choose from four stellar bucket playlists with over 560 spacey, sci-fi, and celestial songs, plus three out-of-this-world profiles to launch your class into orbit. Read more…
Coaching resistance is one of the more challenging aspects of being an indoor cycling instructor. In this series, you will learn the two most common yet ineffective methods of teaching resistance. We will then provide you with a technique of encouraging your riders to add load in a way that will help them experience what your profile is calling for so they can be more successful. We will end with dozens of creative coaching cues for adding resistance. You will emerge a better, more informed instructor. Read more…
Our Paris–Roubaix profile has long been one of the most-loved race day rides at ICA. It’s unlike anything else you’ll teach—after all, there aren’t many chances to immerse your riders in the chaos and challenge of grinding over ancient cobblestones, dodging mud or dust, and fighting for traction. While the real-life course is brutal, in class we keep it safe and fun…but still work our butts off. The best news—it’s been updated for 2025 with inspired coaching to help you make this ride even more memorable. My latest playlist was updated last year—and it’s my best one yet!Read more…
Some songs are more than music—they’re an invitation to let go. This week’s Timeless Classic brings a soulful, calming energy that helps riders transition from the intensity of class to a peaceful, refreshed state of mind. It’s a track that’s stood the test of time, offering the perfect backdrop to lower heart rates, ease breathing, and send everyone off the bike feeling grounded and renewed.Read more…
We all could use more short recovery songs, especially when they’re this uplifting! Everything about this track is spot-on—the tempo, the energy, the length, and most of all, the positive message.Read more…
Just in time for Tax Day (in the US), Susan has created an entertaining theme ride called “The Taxman Cometh.” In this muscular endurance profile, all of the songs in the playlist relate to taxes and the almighty dollar.Read more…
Before you start cueing up Bob Marley, let’s get one thing straight: This theme is not for everyone. You’ve really got to know your audience, your club’s vibe, and maybe even double-check with management before rolling (pun intended) with it. That said…if your crowd has a sense of humor and you feel comfortable with it, why not have a little fun with some tunes that wink at 4/20?Read more…
Much like a fine wine, a well-crafted indoor cycling class is the result of expertise, experimentation, and careful refinement. The consumer—in this case, the student in cycling class—may or may not understand the science behind it—they only know this is their favorite instructor, the one who consistently delivers an incredible experience.Read more…
Progressive dueling intervals has been a staple profile template here at ICA for nearly a decade—and for good reason. It’s dynamic, versatile, and delivers a powerful workout that keeps riders engaged from start to finish. Now, I’m throwing it back with a brand-new take, packed with indie and alternative rock hits from the decade that gave us grunge, garage rock, and some seriously unforgettable anthems.Read more…
We’ve given you a ton of 1980s bucket playlists and class profiles, but now it’s time to crank up the dial on the next decade—the 1990s. I’ve pulled together hundreds of ’90s songs you can sprinkle into your cycling classes, whether you’re planning a full-blown decades ride or just want to drop in a nostalgic banger or two.Read more…