Searching for the best cycling class options near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top cycling class spots around Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're looking to kick your metabolism into gear. 

1. City Cycle

Topping the list is City Cycle. Its stadium-style arrangement means there are good views of the instructor from every bike. The standard ride is 45 minutes under colorful lights and driven by a pumping playlist; an extended ride goes an extra 15 minutes. Amenities include complimentary cycling shoes, private lockers, showers, towels and a blow dry bar. Located at 117 N.W. 85th St. in Greenwood, it is the highest-rated cycling class spot in Seattle, boasting five stars out of 38 reviews on Yelp.

2. Flywheel Sports - South Lake Union

Next up is Flywheel Sports - South Lake Union, situated at 224 Westlake Ave. North, Suite 100. It also has stadium cycling. Classes range from the basic Method, which is a high-intensity, mixed terrain ride with an upper-body component; Power, which is even more intense, but with no upper-body section; and Tempo, a rhythm-driven workout with core-strengthening athletic movements. The chain also offers off-bike classes using free weights and high-intensity drills, or a more-relaxing yoga-style workout. With four stars out of 163 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite.

3. CycleBar

Next is CycleBar, located at 1288 Harrison St., also in South Lake Union. Another national chain, its theater-style studios have advanced video, audio and lighting equipment. The range of classes includes a high performance edition, which uses stats, competition and group challenges to motivate riders. It offers the use of free shoes and coded lockers. Yelpers are fans of the cycling studio, giving it 4.5 stars out of 49 reviews.

4. Live Love Flow - Capitol Hill

Live Love Flow - Capitol Hill is another go-to, with four stars out of 72 Yelp reviews. You'll find class options from the 45-minute rhythm class to a longer, 60-minute high-intensity interval ride, and a fusion class that incorporates yoga.

Speaking of yoga, that's the other expertise at Live Love Flow. There is a wide variety of class types, from vinyasa flow to deep stretch yin, as well as a high-intensity yoga class with hand weights and barre work. Head over to 1223 E. Cherry St. to try it for yourself.

5. Rainier Health & Fitness

Finally, over in Rainier Valley, check out Rainier Health & Fitness, which has earned four stars out of 31 reviews on Yelp. It's a nonprofit community gym that has free weights, cardio equipment and fitness classes including yoga, Pilates, Zumba fitness, boxing, dance and, of course, cycling. Cycling classes include ladies-only, hip-hop and core-strengthening versions. You can find the fitness center at 7722 Rainier Ave. South.