Chamber Spotlight: Your class is what you make it at Sanctuary Cycle

By Kevin Martin
Kindersley Chamber of Commerce

Hello there! Have you ever tried spinning? And I don’t mean turning yourself in circles until you fall down. Spinning as we are talking here is cycling! Who knew?

Seems this author needs to be brought up to speed. Spinning has been around for some 30 to 40 years and is believed to have originated in the UK. I guess you could call in an indoor spin/group fitness class!

Chantil Cooke is the owner of Sanctuary Cycle, which is located upstairs at Anytime Fitness. Chantil bought the business which was formerly called Revolve Cycle House. She has a background in accounting and also worked there as an instructor. When the opportunity came up to buy the business, she did not hesitate. Sanctuary Cycle officially opened in January of 2021 and has been doing very well.

Chantil and her instructors have many students who come in at different times for their classes. There are a minimum of 5 bikes to ride (because of COVID-19) but will go to a maximum of 8 when the restrictions are lifted. The specialized bikes have magnets/clips on the pedal for the special shoes you wear, although you may still wear regular shoes. It just helps you to keep proper pressure and stability on the pedal. The music can be loud and pulsating and the BPM or (beats per minute) is determined by the particular song being played. It’s a very upbeat and encouraging atmosphere to “spin” in. And it’s also quite a workout!

Chantil says no special clothing is required for spinning. Its more of a casual “come as you are” class. Attitude is everything. You can purchase 10 or 20 class packages or if you REALLY LIKE spinning, then maybe the unlimited package would suit you best.

Chantil and her dedicated staff at Sanctuary Cycle are very community minded and are always out and about helping businesses in Kindersley. They can be reached by accessing their website, www.sanctuarycycle.ca. There you will find access to the class schedules and other valuable information, including an app you can download.

Chantil has recently been asked to be a brand ambassador for WESK, Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan. Quite an honour!

Come on down and give it a try. As Chantil says, your class is what you make it!