empowered by knowledge

RideLab is the workshop for ambitious coaches and riders, that are hungry for growth and knowledge.

“My dream is that we all start sharing, and stop gatekeeping”

“As a human being I’ve always been very much in tune with my intuition. I’m not really about the ‘maybe’, ‘should I’ or ‘perhaps’. I always know for sure when to proceed because everything inside me rises up and screams ‘yes!’. This intuition, or gut feeling, didn’t make my life easier, because I was always searching for that ‘yes!’ with everything I did and didn’t find it immediately. 

Until I found indoor cycling. I remember taking my first cycling class, sucked at it, but I was immediately hooked on the feeling it gave me. It’s a feeling that’s almost indescribable because it’s something you have to experience to understand. The combination of loud music, sharing energy with the people in the room and pushing your mental and physical boundaries, gives a feeling of being part of something bigger. 

I always love to gain knowledge and am very eager to learn new things constantly, guided by my inner self. Evolving in every way possible and sharing this experience with others became a passion of mine. Now after almost 8 year in the role of cycling coach, where knowledge meets my unstoppable enthusiasm, this passion came fully to fruition. 

WHO AM I

MY MISSION & VISION

My mission is to open up the door and share my knowledge and expertise to provide support, growth and progress to coaches and riders on every level. This sharing of knowledge will be a catalyst for everyone involved to start sharing and stop gatekeeping.

MY MISSION

We will be a community of lifelong learners that’s built on sharing knowledge freely within the cycling industry, with the mutual goal of empowering each other. In this vision, coaches and riders of all levels come together to share insights, experiences and skills that not only advances personal growth but also propels the entire indoor cycling industry forward. We release our egos to move forward.

MY VISION

UPCOMING RIDELAB EVENT

UPCOMING RIDELAB EVENT

Mastering Rhythm Riding:
Technique Workshop

When: October 19 & 20

Calling all passionate riders and cycling coaches! Elevate your riding skills at the Mastering Rhythm Riding: Foundational Techniques Workshop. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and take your cycling to the next level.

There is only a limited amount of spots available, so book your spot now!

Where: Beatriders Studio, Copenhagen

Technique Workshop

WHY

With over 8 years in the indoor cycling industry, I’m passionate about sharing the knowledge I've gained to help others grow.

I believe that true growth comes from sharing, not withholding, our expertise. By sharing what we know, we not only improve ourselves but also inspire and uplift others.

My purpose is to learn, teach, and break down barriers in our industry, fostering a culture of collaboration and self-improvement. This culture will come to life during these events and workshops.

All the knowledge in the world is useless, unless you act. 

This workshop

is for you, if…

  • You’re a Passionate Rider that Already Mastered Basic Riding Skills
    If you’ve got the right and left leading leg down and can keep pace both in and out of the saddle, this workshop will take you  to the next level

  • You're an Aspiring Coach
    Thinking about transitioning from a rider to a coach? Wondering how to hold those different rhythms out of the saddle longer with confidence and balance? This workshop will equip you with the foundations of the technical knowledge you need to understand rhythm riding on a new level

  • You're a Coach that’s Eager to Improve
    This is for you if you’re feeling stuck within your craft or don’t know how to elevate your classes to the next level. You want to deepen your understanding of rhythm cycling, finally understand why we do certain things and unlock new techniques and improve yourself and others

  • You Want to be Part of an Inspiring Cycling Community…

    …that áctually sends you home with applicable knowledge and new cycling friends 

What’s in it?

This workshop is carefully curated to master the foundational skills of rhythm riding, consisting of:

  • Learn the science of how your body moves and how to apply this knowledge to enhance your riding and coaching techniques.

  • Understand the nuances of riding with strong form and technique to master maintaining the beat and different speeds on the bike. 

  • Put your new knowledge into action immediately and receive valuable feedback to refine your skills. 

  • Picture yourself riding with confidence and inspiring others in the community 

  • Connect with a supportive network of coaches and riders who are lifetime learners like yourself and share your enthusiasm and passion for rhythm cycling

  • Next to building knowledge, there will be classes to follow and enough time to relax, snack, have a drink and connect with the group

The Ride Lab Principles

  • Curiosity

    We are committed to continuous personal and professional development, embracing every opportunity to learn and innovate–we are the life-long learners.

  • Community

    We believe in the power of working together, sharing our knowledge and expertise openly to foster collective growth and success. Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.

  • Ego-Free

    We embrace different perspectives and ideas, understanding that our personal views are just one part of the bigger picture and we are not afraid to make mistakes.

  • Empowerment by Knowledge

    We believe that knowledge empowers and differentiates us as coaches. We stay open minded and coachable.

  • Foundations First

    We are working hard to create a strong foundation first. We know that this process is so rewarding, as it will create support for all that we want to build on top of it.

Your experiences

  • Pieter - trained for ANIMO STUDIOS Brussels

    "Despite having no professional background in fitness, Daphne’s ride academy gave me the skills and confidence to start a job as an indoor cycling instructor. The training program had a good mix of on and off the bike sessions, giving me and the other trainees the theoretical knowledge as well as practical techniques necessary to become a successful coach. It included both dynamic group sessions as well as individual training sessions focused on personalized feedback."

  • Camille - trained for ANIMO STUDIOS Brussels

    "I was trained by Daphne during her Ride Academy last summer. Weeks of workshops covering all the foundations to become a cycling coach: from understanding BPMs and music structure, learning muscle groups and proper technique, practicing basic drills and how to incorporate them during a class, to finding our own coaching style (and many more...). Theory and practice were well balanced, with sessions on and off bike, in groups and one-on-one. Daphne was super present and available for all of us, giving tips and feedback to help us improve for the next session. I've never learned that much - about something but also most of all about myself - in such a short time."

  • Carles - trained for ANIMO STUDIOS Brussels

    Daphne's training was all-encompassing. It brought technical knowledge related to body mechanics and its application to indoor cycling, as well as crucial elements of musicality, while keeping a focus on remaining sensitive to our future communities. What stood out for me was that aside from what we coach, we as coaches should fully embody the role and responsibility of the coach and be mindful of how we train our communities to higher levels.

  • Fien - trained for RELEASE Antwerp

    Daphne taught me to persevere, taught me to grow and gave me self-confidence. It sounds banal, but she gave me the push I needed. Thanks to her, I am currently a Ride coach and I would not have succeeded without her. Her energy, passion, enthusiasm and individuality shine through in every session and class.

  • Rosanne - trained for HIGH RIDE Amsterdam

    Daphne is a very talented and inspiring coach and trainer. During Ride Academy she provided us with knowledge about music, building your class in a smart way, reading the room and audience, motivate and inspire people and build confidence. She was super good in letting us research our own style and vibe in teaching and coached us individually and regularly with proper feedback. Whenever I took class with Daphne she has always inspired me to dig deeper and grow more. She has an eye for you personally and the ability to let you shine as a teacher and person!

FAQs

Any questions? Here to help.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you’re question is not mentioned here.

  • RideLab is founded by Daphne Spins and organizes workshops and events dedicated to sharing knowledge within the indoor cycling industry.

  • For every workshop I mention for whom it's for and the basic level needed. However, I believe that there is always something to learn from coming together with likeminded people from the industry. Know that I will always create a safe space that respects every level. Be coachable and have a growth mindset.

  • My friend Konstantin, the owner of BEATRIDERS in Copenhagen was so kind to make his studio available for this workshop. I'm working on future events that will be hosted in Belgium. Subscribe yourself to the newsletter to stay up to date.

  • The workshop will be 2 days, and every day starts with a collective ride. I would love for everybody to join the full experience as much as possible, but if you dont feel comfortable riding every day this is ofcourse not mandatory.

  • No, the BEATRIDERS cycling studio is fully equipped with shoes.

  • Definitely, towels and shower amenities are all taken care off by the BEATRIDERS studio.

  • We will make sure there are healthy snacks provided. If you want to have a full meal, there are nice spots close to the studio to eat. Or you can bring your own ofcourse.

Contact me.

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