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Pedal your way to glory with the 2024 instalment of the Tour de Lords from Monday 1 to Sunday 21 July.

Inspired by the world-renowned cycling competition, Tour de Lords is a marquee event on the Lords calendar. With exciting prizes for top attendees (including the coveted yellow jersey), this one is not to be missed!

Participants can attend any RPM, SPRINT, or Freestyle Cycle class to be in the running to win. The event caters to all fitness levels and abilities; whether you’re a seasoned cyclists or newcomer, there’s a spot for you. Unlike Tour de France, you don't need to be the fittest or fastest to win our yellow jersey, also known as the maillot jaune.

We’ll keep you accountable with weekly leaderboard updates - challenge your friends to reach your goals, or simply join in on the fun.

Registration

As soon as you've registered for your first spin class, you'll become a part of the event. We'll keep track of your attendance throughout the event and keep you updated on the leaderboard.

With some fun prizes on the line, classes will fill up QUICK! While there are multiple ways to book into a class, Lords members have the benefit of booking online 12 hours in advance.

Become a member here

Online Class Registration

Once a member, follow the below steps to mark your attendance:

• Open the Lords online customer portal
• Login with your username and password
• Go to the Group Fitness module and class you wish to book
• Book your spot in class up to 12 hours in advance
• Save the ticket on your phone to show when attending the class

Self-Registration Kiosk

• Use your Lords access token or wristband to open your profile at the Kiosk
• Select the class you wish to attend and confirm your spot
• Take the printed ticket with you to class as proof of booking

Other ways to register

Reception Desk

• Present at reception desk
• Our reception team will register you for the class and give you a printed ticket
• Take your ticket to class as proof of booking

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I participate?

Your entry into Tour de Lords is automatic as soon as you book in and participate in any class in our Cycle Studio! Our friendly staff will be keeping an eye on your attendance and will ensure all classes are recorded against your name.

What if I don’t finish the whole class – will it still count?

Yes, if you register for class and participate for a minimum of 30 minutes but leave early due to combining with another class then your class will still count to your tally.

Can I join a class after it has started?

The cut-off to join our Group Fitness classes is after the first 5 minutes of class commencing. After the first 5 minutes you cannot join a Group Fitness class.

What if the class is full?

Unfortunately, if the class has reached capacity, you will not be able to participate. Don't forget as a member, you can secure your bike 12 hours in advance online.

Do you have to be a member to participant?

No, casual users are able to participate. Non-members can purchase a casual group fitness class from reception prior to the class if there are spaces available. Looking at cycling your way to the top? Becoming a Lords member is great value and allows you to book online 12 hours in advance.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• For the class to count towards the total, participants need to have registered for the class online, at the kiosk or in person, and attended the majority of the class
• Attendance will be checked during spin classes to ensure participants have registered
• Classes cannot be retrospectively added to a participant's total if they have not registered for the class prior to the start time
• The leaderboard is determined by attendance at any cycle class (RPM, SPRINT and Freestyle Cycle), and each class is recorded equally as one attendance regardless of time
• Participants may not book into classes more than 12 hours in advance.