If you’ve ever done a spin class and thought “this is great, but it would be better with ocean views” — Virgin Voyages agrees. The dedicated cycling studio on every Lady Ship is equipped with Technogym bikes, ocean-facing windows, and instructor-led classes that Sailors who spin regularly at home describe as among the best studio cycling sessions they’ve experienced anywhere.
The class is called Spin Out. It is included in your cruise fare. And it will make your legs ache in the most satisfying way.
The Studio
The cycling studio sits within the B-Complex on Deck 15, facing the ocean. The Technogym bikes are professional-grade equipment — smoother and more responsive than the average hotel gym bike, comparable to what you’d find at a dedicated cycling studio on land. The layout puts riders facing the ocean windows, which transforms the experience of staring at a wall into watching open water pass at 20 knots.
A note on footwear: SPD cleats are compatible with the Virgin Voyages bikes. Delta cleats are not. Cycling shoes without cleats, standard athletic shoes, or any stiff-soled shoe work fine. You do not need to bring cycling shoes if you don’t own them.
The Spin Out Class
Spin Out classes run approximately 45 minutes including warm-up and cool-down, and are instructor-led. The intensity is legitimate — one Sailors described taking a 20-minute sample of the class on the lowest resistance setting and finding their heart racing and legs throbbing. For experienced cyclists, the class delivers genuine aerobic challenge. For less experienced participants, the resistance is adjustable and the instructor provides clear guidance on effort levels.
Classes run on a rotating schedule published in the Virgin Voyages app on embarkation day. Multiple sessions are typically offered per day on sea days. Studio capacity is limited — book your preferred session in the app early on boarding day.
Fitness On Demand
Outside of scheduled classes, the Training Camp also offers Fitness On Demand — a library of on-demand workout programs accessible through in-gym screens. For Sailors who want to cycle on their own schedule rather than fitting into class times, the bikes are available for independent use during B-Complex operating hours.
Insider Tips from Joel and Erin
- Book sea day morning spin sessions. The combination of a full spin class and open water ahead of you is the best cycling experience the ship offers. Sea days with nothing on the schedule afterward are ideal.
- Don’t start at max resistance if you’re new to spinning. The class is adjustable, but first-timers who push too hard in the first 10 minutes tend to fade significantly before the end. Start conservative and build.
- Follow Spin Out with Gym & Tonic. The juice bar and wellness beverages at Gym & Tonic are exactly what you want after a 45-minute spin class. The proximity is intentional.
Ready to Sail?
Joel and Erin are certified Virgin Voyages First Mates. Let them help you plan a sailing where staying active is as easy as booking a class in an app.
Book your Virgin Voyages cruise at CruisePlanner.pro — and pedal toward the horizon
