I would say a Tabby IC class will always be encouraging and high-spirited. Now that I know your style, give us one word or phrase to describe a Tabby IC class. I want every rider to bring their own 100%, whatever that might look like, to every class. I would say my style is very high energy, passionate, and uplifting, while also being intense with really heavy beats. All of the practice makes me a much better instructor! Do you feel like each instructor develops a certain style? How would you describe yours?Ībsolutely-every class at Ignite is going to be the same at the core, but the riders will get completely different experiences with each instructor. I might listen to one song a dozen times just to be certain that I can hear exactly where the beat changes. I probably spend an average of 2 hours on every class-that includes finding new music, building my playlist, and listening to the playlist multiple times. It could take me anywhere from 1-3 hours to make a playlist for one single class. Can you go through that process a bit? Those who cycle together, stay together… right? Photo by Matthew Niblett for Bham NowĪll of my prep for class is creating the perfect playlist. For anyone that knows me it might be hard to believe, but it took a long time to get to where I am today! From what I understand, a lot goes into prepping for a class.
The most challenging part was learning to bring the confidence I have in my everyday life onto the instructor podium with the spotlights and the microphone. My favorite part was being able to see just how far I have come, and to see the things that I was able to accomplish that I never thought were possible before. It was incredibly challenging both physically and mentally, but so rewarding. There was absolutely nothing easy about training. I had no idea what I was doing, but the second I left auditions it was SO clear to me that this was exactly what I had been looking for and I wanted to be a part of Ignite so badly! Back to the training: What was your biggest takeaway from training? Biggest challenges? Favorite parts? The look she gives you right before she tells you to turn up the resistance… Photo by Matthew Niblett for Bham Now While I started stalking Ignite I found the instructor audition post where it said no previous experience required and decided to go for it-what’s the worst that could happen?!
I was so excited to try it out-I had never led any sort of group fitness, but had always said ‘maybe one day’. So, I came across Ignite’s Instagram last summer by accident and immediately signed up for the newsletter. I have always loved a good cardio workout and could never find anything in Birmingham that really fit exactly what I wanted. Photo by Matthew Niblett for Bham Now I saw your Ignite Cycle Training Program blog on the Ignite site where you touched on your lack of experience cycling and leading group fitness classes… Can you talk about your first introductions to Ignite Cycle, and the thing that most compelled you to get so far out of your comfort zone and become an instructor? Meet Ignite Instructor: Tabby Brock From no experience cycling, to founding instructor-Tabby Brock has made Ignite Cycle a second home. So keep reading for our Q&A + alllll the deets about Ignite Instructor Auditions happening Oct.
With Ignite Cycle instructor auditions being just around the corner, I wanted to get the scoop on the instructor experience from Tabby herself. She’s one of their fiery founding instructors known for her love of bass that’ll make your bones shake (don’t believe me? check her Spotify playlist.) and her press/tap move. If you know Ignite Cycle, you probably know Tabby Brock. Facebook 64 LinkedIn Tweet Shares 64 Sponsored Ignite Cycle Instructor, Tab by Brock‘s signature move.