Meet the instructors who will challenge and support you on your journey.
Ariel
After spending my childhood exploring my passion as an actress, I decided it was time to chase my other passion in life – fitness. While filming a TV series in 2016, I undertook my certification in fitness and decided to make it my mission to do every type of training possible, ranging from sprint training, pilates, boxing, HIIT and of course – Ride! I have trained in Ride all over the states and am ready to kick your butts into gear! Ride with me and expect to the workout of a lifetime!
My Mantra
“Just because you are struggling does NOT mean you are failing. Every great success requires some kind of struggle to get there.”
“Comparison is the thief of joy”.
Music Of Choice
RnB ALL. THE. WAY! If you love Usher, Beyonce, Destiny’s Child, Rihanna – then I’m your gal. I can almost guarantee you’ll be able to sing along to every song while you ride your butts off.
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not riding, I’m either training elsewhere or eating my way across Melbourne’s vegan cafes or cuddling my gorgeous puppy/boyfriend/nephews!
Jamie
Our London boy is back in mid January.
About me
Born and bread in London but originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Monserrat, Italy and England. I have been teaching for 3 and a half years now. Rhythm riding is my escape and it’s the perfect combination of excercise. Excercising to music and staying in time with it brings back my dancer days and keeps me going. I feel that when excercising to music I work harder and I can really give it that extra push even when exhausted because the beat of the music is carrying me through.
My Choice Of Music
A typical playlist has to have an absolute banger in it. A popular, Pop, RnB, HipHop, track that everyone is familiar with is definitely the best way to get the room pumping full of energy.
Life Beyond The Chamber
I love to dance, I love to meet new people, I love adventures and I really enjoy doing terrifying things for the first time.
Music is my everything, I would love to do a proper DJ course one day. I love helping others, I more so love seeing others do good to each other.
Andrea
Born and raised in Mexico, I came to Melbourne in 2018 for a new adventure! The moment I stepped in Bodhi & Ride I immediately fell in love with the community, the RIDE and the energy behind the tribe! Ride with me and expect to have a lot of fun. You will dance, laugh and have the greatest workout of your life.
My Mantra
“To be creative means to be in love with life. You can be creative only if you love life enough that you want to enhance its beauty.” Oslo.
My Choice Of Music
Pop music combined with a lot of latino beats and electronic!
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not riding you can find me walking my gorgeous labrador, exploring new delicious restaurants in Melbourne (yes, I eat a lot) and bar hopping with my friends!
Chelsea
As a lifelong athlete with a passion for a variety of fitness and sports activities, it’s no surprise I was drawn to take the podium as a Ride Instructor. Growing up I played field hockey and ice hockey through high school, and started skating at age 9. I captained my college/university field hockey team and won three league titles. I was a competitive boxer with an undisputed win in my first fight on the record! My goal is to inspire participants to get uncomfortable and try something that scares them a little bit because that’s where the change and transformation happens. You’ll see moments in class that are inspired by my athletic background, where we will push our pace, accelerate to reach top speeds and top resistances, and maybe try some boxing-inspired core and arm work integrated in the workout.
My Mantra
The moment you want to give up is the moment you’re about to transform.
What defines you is what you’re willing to struggle for. Strength is built by struggle.
Music Of Choice
I appreciate the experience of music, and building the perfect playlist is critical to me.
Expect to hear Hip hop, EDM, RNB. Any and all things Drake or Kanye, with a side of Sigala or trap DJs. Anything that gets your heart beating fast and propels you during the moments you need it most.
Life Beyond The Chamber
I love exploring various modes of fitness, including CrossFit, pilates, kickboxing, running, weightlifting, and power yoga. I’ve run a few half marathons and would consider a full marathon in the future! I’m a wine lover, and spend time exploring local cafes. I also love the outdoors and spend weekends hiking or flyfishing.
JK
Coming from a background in Musical Theatre, I’ve always had an interest in fitness. My real passion for it sparked when I started working in a fitness studio in London. From then, my love for it grew from strength to strength. It is now a huge part of my life. I strongly believe that fitness is not just about physical strength but your mental strength too. Get ready for loads of energy, bucket loads of sweat and banging tunes! Ride with me and you will release that inner bad ass!
My Mantra
Look in the mirror, feel the rhythm and release the fierce!
Music Of Choice
Anything with a banging beat and a heavy drop!
Life Beyond The Chamber
I am currently learning how to DJ and getting back into singing.I am also a big fan of brunch, so if you know any good spots, let me know!
Kate F
Originally from country NSW, I swapped motorbikes for spin bikes when I moved to Melbourne. But I’m still a country girl at heart.
After completing a degree in Musical Theatre and performance I found myself working as a content creator in a global video production company.
It was here that I discovered Bodhi and Ride, filming their debut event. At that moment I fell in love with the energy of rhythm riding! I was already a qualified yoga teacher, but I knew I wanted to add Ride instructor to my skill set.
I’ve never looked back!
My Mantra
When life gives you lemons, squeeze the living JUICE out of them!
Never take yourself too seriously.
Music Of Choice
My playlists are notorious for being a mashup of both new and old school, EDM, hip hop and epic pop anthems. I’ve even thrown a musical theatre bop in there at times.
I try to tailor my playlists to my class demographic and love for my tribe to have input in designing the classes they want!
Life Beyond The Chamber
My heart still lies in the country. So when I get a chance I always head home to the farm where I can ride my dirt bike, cuddle my dogs, fly my family plane, have campfires in the winter and waterski in the summer!! I feel the best when I’m barefoot, in the sunshine surrounded by trees and grass!
Also, LOVE a wine and cheese platter. Even in the paddock. Will find a way to incorporate them!
Michaela
A corporate drop-out, I knew I wanted to devote my life to helping people feel better about themselves physically, mentally and emotionally. I discovered spin classes in a London gym nearly 18 years ago! Back then, spin classes took place in smelly, brightly lit rooms, with bad music. From this moment I knew I wanted to re-invent spin classes. And I did. Ride with me and you’ll reset and leave feeling strong confident.
My Mantra
Live, Love, Laugh & Family.
Music Of Choice
Fun beat pumping, energy boosting vibes! (and lots of old school EDM… I was a raver back in my younger days).
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not teaching, I’m working on Bodhi & Ride 24/7, hanging out with my family and my gorgeous puppy.
Derek
About
Riding found me over 3 years ago in my hometown of Saskatoon, Canada – also known as the “Paris of the Prairies”. After retiring from my competitive swimming career, spin became an important part of my life. It has provided me with opportunities that I could have never dreamed of and has helped me realize that life is too short to play it safe. I am coming to Melbourne as someone who worked as a Civil Engineer in a corporate environment, known as a number rather than by a name, and working to live rather than living to work. Now that I’ve broken away from the corporate mould, I’m ready to explore my passions in a completely new way. Come to my class and expect to push your limits, be challenged, discover new music, and have a blast. Keen to see you in the chamber!
Mantra“Just keep swimming”
MusicThree words. Music Festival Vibes. My playlists are full of electronic songs that slap! You can expect to hear house, trance, trap and bass. If its edgy and unique, you’re going to hear it. I make sure that my playlists are not just a collection of songs, but a musical experience that will make you work harder, sweat more, and feel emotion. Spin is more than a physical workout, it’s a mental workout and electronic music is the perfect way tap into both of those things.
Beyond the ChamberOutside of the studio you can always find me learning something new, cooking, at a music festival or concert, or having the best nap. An interesting fact about me is that I am a data nerd! I enjoy creating, development and analytics. Putting headphones on with some good music, coding and exploring data is exciting to me. Music plays a huge role in all aspects of my life and because of this I’ve been learning how to DJ in my spare time which allows me to have a creative outlet in a technical world that I’ve found myself in.
Wen
Born and raised in Malaysia, I’m currently living in the beautiful CBD and pursuing my Bachelor’s Degree at RMIT. I’ve always been passionate about fitness but have struggled to find a type of exercise that I LOVED. When I took my first Rhythm Ride, that all changed! I love music and I love sweating, combining the two together feels like I’m clubbing, except I know I won’t regret the next morning! When you ride with me, you will disconnect from the outside world. You’ll create an alter ego and release the inner beast. I want you to know that in my rides you can freely be yourself. I want you to leave feeling strong and empowered!
My Mantra
Turn the PAIN into POWER.
Music of Choice
EDM is my life and I can’t teach a class without it! I have been exploring a lot of different styles lately so you’ll be noticing me adding some R&B, Pop Remix, Trap etc…
Life Beyond the Chamber
I’m a foodie, I love eating and exploring different cafes and restaurants! I rate almost every restaurant on Instagram to share my experience.
Zac
After cutting my ride teeth on the mean streets of West Hollywood I returned home to Perth with Rhythm Ride in my blood. Melbourne, if you love to feel good. If you love to sing , sweat and remember the truth about how much you have to celebrate then come ride with me.
My Mantra
You are exactly where you are meant to be in this moment. The timing of your life is perfect.
Music Of Choice
The best wedding DJ of your life. Songs that everyone can sing to (and I expect you to sing).
Life Beyond The Ride Chamber
Travel, take me to the Caribbean and put a rum in my hand, crank the tunes and let’s sit by the beach all day!
Gemma
I’ve tried my hand at every sport under the sun (rowing, boxing, yoga, netball, athletics and even sport aerobics), but I’ve always loved rhythm riding! After living in Toronto and London, I moved back to Melbourne where I found my place at Bodhi & Ride. I loved it so much that I was inspired to take to the podium for the first time. Ride with me and we will come together as one tribe and smash the glass ceiling every single time. Expect plenty of high-fives, good vibes and a LOT of energy.
My Mantra
“I’m a firm believer in ‘Act now, think later’ for 99% of my decision making, especially when it comes to my classes. Act now = Just RIDE!”
Music Of Choice
Get ready for a mixed bag of feel-good tracks you can sing too, RnB vibes, pop remixes and a few bangers to let your hair down to.
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not riding or walking around counting ‘1,2,1,2’ to every song I hear, I love spending as much time in the great outdoors, either camping or by the beach!
Caitlin
I’m the bubble person at 6am. Enough said surely? After swimming for years, I turned to the sand, snow and the fitness industry. After some time away instructing, I’m returning to Bodhi and to my obsession of RIDING with my Tribe!
My Mantra
“Sweat and smile.”
“Just be yourself.”
Music Of Choice
Techno, Dubstep, Electro, House… anything with a big beat to get you in the zone! There’s always an “OH YES!” from the crowd.
Life Beyond The Chamber
I’m a seasonal extremist; the winter is made for skiing and the summer is made for the beach! But really, if I’m not teaching I’m clipped in at Bodhi or shaking at K-Kore… or eating, always eating.
Amber
I was born and raised in beautiful British Columbia. I love travelling and have been lucky to spend time in beautiful parts of the world (Cuba, Mexico and Hawaii. I’ve also lived in Tokyo). I began instructing in Vancouver 7 months ago and am excited to bring my passion for music and my sweet dance moves to the Bodhi Tribe. Ride with me for high energy and unlimited motivation.
My Mantra
“You can do anything for 30 seconds.”
“There is no such thing as failure, only growth.”
Music Of Choice
This is a tough one – I like a bit of everything! You can expect throwback hits to modern rock to heavy EDM – you will never know what’s coming next.
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not riding you can find me anywhere from visiting a local brewery or winery to checking out a new café to hanging at the local watering hole with friends!
Melody
Coming from London, with a dance background, music and moving to it has always been my passion. I have been teaching and training instructors in Ride for over 5 years. Riding for me is so much more than just riding to the beat, it is a transcendent healing experience, if you allow it to be. Ride with me to loose yourself, to find yourself, to push yourself and to free yourself!
My Mantra
In a world where you can be anything, be kind 💚
Music Of Choice
Expect a variety of hip hop, rnb, disco drum and bass and of course high energy house tracks with big drops!
Life Beyond The Chamber
When I’m not riding I’m healing, through Reiki and helping women on their transformation journey to a life of emotion and power. And when I’m not healing, I’m dancing, I’m singing or I’m at the beach 🙂
