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Concept Schwinn® Cycling

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Over the past decade, Indoor Cycling has made its mark as an activity that’s here to stay. More than 275,000 Schwinn® bikes are now ridden in thousands of clubs around the world, making Indoor Cycling an established "must-have” in health clubs everywhere. What attracts and retains members on our bikes?

• A program where the instructor, music and group atmosphere keep women and men of all ages and fitness levels motivated

• A workout where everyone can reach his or her personal objectives

• A workout that leads to improvements in cardiovascular health

• A workout with minimum impact on the joints

• And above all, a workout that has a short learning curve: everybody knows how to ride a bike!

The new Schwinn® Cycling program is committed to being an exciting and fresh program, open to a broad audience with a selection of specific class topics. The Schwinn® Fitness Academy and its team of Master Instructors are continually working on developing the program to offer a variety of courses. Current topics include: Target Heart Rate, Class Design, Mind/Body, Cycling & Seniors, Cycling & Juniors, Cycling & Music, Nutrition, Lactic Acid, Interval Workshop and Stretching Workshop.

People go to fitness clubs to get in shape, meet others and to take part inexercises that are simple, yet personally challenging. In other words, they are

striving to achieve their individual goals in a social environment.That’s exactly what Schwinn® Cycling will bring to your club: a simple yet

efficient workout, in a non-intimidating and fun group setting.


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Ongoing support to ensure effective program implementation and success of your club

• Promotional package to attract your members to the new program• Marketing support on how to market Schwinn® Cycling to the community around you• Technical support to minimize downtime in your club

Education of your instructors - offered by the Schwinn® Fitness Academy

• Fact based cycling certification• Constant development by our team of Master Instructors who have extensive knowledge and years of experience teaching Indoor Cycling• Continuing Education courses to open classes to a broader audience and help to retain memberships

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• Over a century of heritage and experience built into Schwinn® bikes• Proven and tested – over 275,000 bikes sold around the world• Innovative – Schwinn® strives to continually evolve (i.e. the Smart Release™ System, the Triple Link™ Pedal and the Evolution™ bikes)

Bikes built by the cycling expert since 1895


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Schwinn® has been building world-class bicycles since 1895 and built oneof the first indoor training cycles. The XR-1, built from a bicycle frame,was introduced in 1968. For more than a quarter century, this bike hascontinually evolved to its present day form. We continue to improve uponit every year, testing it for thousands of hours and millions of kilometers. As a result, we continue to outlast the competition and to break newgrounds in indoor cycling with top-notch bikes.

The Schwinn® Elite, an indoor cycling bike that is designed to deliver an outstanding workout, features the patented Smart Release™ System.

Now Schwinn® introduces the next evolution in indoor cycling, the arrival of the Schwinn® Evolution™ bikes. With their sleek, one piece design and all steel frames, the Schwinn® Evolution indoor cycles are examples of the innovative and high quality products the industry has come to expect from the company that started the indoor cycling revolution.

IC Bikes

Schwinn® IC ProAll the advantages of the Elite without the Smart Release™ System

Corrosion has no chance with Schwinn® IC Bikes!

We know that bikes rust, so we’ve addressed this problem in several ways:

Prior to the Evolution frame being powder coated, it is 100% zinc- plated (frame, chain guards & stabilizers). This is a mechanical plating process just like chrome plating or gold plating that leaves a protective layer of zinc on top of the steel. Zinc is highly corrosion resistant, that's why it is used on hardware and steel bridges. After being zinc plated, the frame is then powder coated, adding another layer of corrosion resistance.

Zinc plating is also very hard and therefore scratch resistant. Even if someone scratches through the powder coat they will not likely get through the zinc, so the frame will remain corrosion resistant- Stainless steel hardware throughout- Stainless steel handlebars, seat posts, pop pins- Plastic bottle holder and brake protection

This is how we decided to deal with the corrosion problem: we’ve simply left no space for it!

Schwinn® IC EliteFeaturing the patented Smart Release™ System

Length: 98 cm / 38.5"Width: 62 cm / 24.5"Height: 147 cm / 57.5" Maximum Weight Capacity: 136 kg / 300 lbs


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Smart Release™ SystemThe Schwinn® Elite model features our patentedSmart Release System, an innovative featurewhich provides the same feel as a fixed gear, butallows the rider to apply back pressure to stop thepedals and slow the flywheel. The Smart Release™

System is the only automatic emergency brakesystem where the user doesn’t have anything to doto stop the flywheel inertia. TüV approved. Noweven better, adjustable within seconds!

Improved Chain Guard Design Sweat, water and oil are the biggest threat to anymechanism. In order to prevent this sort of damagewe covered the chain guard and Smart Release™

System. Thanks to a lubrication hole, this newfeature will ensure a long lasting system and easymaintenance.

Protective PlateThis plate protects the mainframe from dirt, dustand any defects that could be caused by the riderduring training or stretching. All the edges of theplate are rolled under in order to avoid sharpedges and therefore there is no need for stripping.

High Inertia FlywheelThe super high inertia flywheel optimally distributes the weight of the wheel to the outer part ofthe wheel and only minimum weight on the inside,thus providing a smooth and realistic feel at anyspeed making it easier for the beginner yetchallenging for the athlete!

Easy Seat Adjustment Fully adjustable seat position (fore & aft, up &down) with easy to use stainless steel locking leadpop pins. Holes are closer than before to be ableto adjust to a large range of sizes. The adjustmentnumbers are stamped on the seat post as well ason the handle bar in order to help the rider find thecorrect position easier.

ISIS Overdrive Bottom Bracket Our team of engineers has gone to extremes in using the best materials and developing the latest technologies to bring you nothing but the best. They have created a bottom bracket with a larger diameter as well as a crank that drastically reduces the need to change the spindle, which causes damage to the crank overtime. The spindle of the new bottom bracket was designed for downhill mountain bike racing and features an extra thick spindle as well as four cartridge bearings to ensure better longevity. It can’t be deformed due to over tightening.

Emergency and Fine Tuning Brake SystemEasy to reach knob allows quick and precise micro resistance adjustment while riding. Once set, the resistance remains at the chosen position. Long lasting wool felt resistance pads dissipate heat without compromising inertia quality. This caliper brake system (horizontal heat resistant brake pad) is a similar mechanism to the brake system used in outdoor bikes. The complete brake system is protected by a plastic shroud shielding the brake assembly, emergency brake and felt pads.

Optional Triple Link™ PedalBesides the strong pedal axle specifically designed for indoor use and the original pedals, Schwinn offers a unique patented system: the Triple Link™ Pedal. Its three systems accommodate all users without having to change the pedals: the cage system with straps for regular sports shoes, the click system for road cycling shoes and the SPD compatible system for mountain bike shoes. The Triple Link™ pedal is adapted to a workout targeted to varied groups ranging from beginners to hard core cyclists. This recommended feature reduces the maintenance and down time of your bikes by eliminating the need for users to bring their own pedals, which damage the crank during installation.

Special Features


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Evolution™

All the advantages of the Evolution-SR without the Smart Release™ System

Length: 98 cm / 38.5"Width: 62 cm / 24.5"Height: 147 cm / 57.5" Maximum Weight Capacity: 136 kg / 300 lbs

Evolution™-SRThe next evolution in indoor cycling featuring the patented Smart Release™ System


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Easy Seat AdjustmentFully adjustable seat position (fore & aft, up & down) with easy to use stainless steel locking lead pop pins. Holes are closer than before to be able to adjust to a large range of sizes. The adjustment numbers are stamped on the seat post as well as on the handle bar in order to help the rider find the correct position easier.

ISIS Overdrive Bottom Bracket Our team of engineers has gone to extremes in using the best materials and developing the latest technologies to bring you nothing but the best. They have created a bottom bracket with a larger diameter as well as a crank that drastically reduces the need to change the spindle, which causes damage to the crank overtime. The spindle of the new bottom bracket was designed for downhill mountain bike racing and features an extra thick spindle as well as four cartridge bearings to ensure better longevity. It can’t be deformed due to over tightening.

Fine Tuning Brake System Easy to reach knob allows quick and precise micro resistance adjustment while riding. Once set, the resistance remains at the chosen position. Long lasting wool felt resistance pads dissipate heat without compromising inertia quality. This caliper brake system (horizontal heat resistant brake pad) is a similar mechanism to the brake system used in outdoor bikes.

Integrated Water Bottle Holder & Brake Shroud 2 in 1: The integrated water bottle holder and brake shroud pieces protect the brake mechanism from perspiration and provides a versatile bottle holder, capable of holding bottles of any shape - even 1 liter bottles!

Optional Triple Link™ Pedal Besides the strong pedal axle specifically designed for indoor use and the original pedals, Schwinn offers a unique patented system: the Triple Link pedal. Its three systems accommodate all users without having to change the pedals: the cage system with straps for regular sports shoes, the click system for road cycling shoes and the SPD compatible system for mountain bike shoes. The Triple Link pedal is adapted to a workout targeted to varied groups ranging from beginners to hard core cyclists. This recommended feature reduces the maintenance and down time of your bikes by eliminating the need for users to bring their own pedals, which damage the crank during installation.

Special FeaturesUnique One Piece Robotic Welded Steel FrameThe "monocoque” frame has a futuristic design and incredibly rigid structure, incorporating corrosion resistant zinc plated and powder coated frame with stainless steel hardware.

Comfort and StabilityThe seat post, seat slider and handle- bar extension tubes are made of stainless steel and have a trapezoidal shape. The advantage of the trapezoidal shape is that it creates a "wedge effect” that secures an optimal connection between the tube and the frame, thus bringing maximum stability to the bike and maximum comfort to the user. The adjustment numbers are stamped on the seat post as well as the handle bar.

High Inertia Flywheel The super high inertia flywheel optimally distributes the weight of the wheel to the outer part of the wheel and only minimum weight on the inside, creating a smooth and realistic feel at any speed, making it easier for the beginner and challenging for the athlete!

Smart Release™ SystemThe Evolution-SR model features our patented Smart Release™ System, an innovative feature which provides the same feel as a fixed gear, but allows the rider to apply back pressure to stop the pedals and slow the flywheel. The Smart Release™ System is the only automatic emergency brake system where the user doesn’t have anything to do to stop the flywheel inertia. TüV approved. Now even better, adjustable within seconds!

Improved Chain Guard Design Sweat, water and oil are the biggest threat to any mechanism. In order to prevent this sort of damage we covered the chain guard and smart release. Thanks to a lubrication hole, this new feature will ensure a long lasting system and easy maintenance.


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Schwinn® has been dedicated to Indoor Cycling from the start and iscommitted to keeping it successful and fresh. The Schwinn® FitnessAcademy, with its team of experienced Master Instructors has developeda fact based certification program. We are proud to offer your instructorsa complete education system, both with Certification and ContinuingEducation courses.

1: Bronze Level:

The Bronze Level certification has been designed to accommodate bothinstructors new to cycling and those who have completed previous IndoorCycling education courses:

Newcomers:This method has been designed for instructors with no previous exper-ience in Indoor Cycling. Certification is reached by successfully comple-ting a two-day certification course with a written exam.

Fast Track:This method is for instructors who have been certified for a minimum of 1 year through another 2 day Indoor Cycling program*. The certification can be achieved by purchasing the Schwinn® Cycling manual and studying accordingly. Upon successful completion of a written theoreticalexamination, the candidate will be awarded with the Schwinn® Cycling Certification. To maintain the Schwinn® Cycling Certification, the parti- cipant must attend one of the Schwinn® Cycling Continuing Educations during the first 6 months after being certified by Fast Track.

To maintain the Bronze Level certification, the instructor must complete a Continuing Education course or participate in a Schwinn® Fitness Academy convention every 2 years.

* The Schwinn® Fitness Academy reserves the right to assess which 2 day Indoor Cycling ®

education is suitable for entry to the Fast Track option.

To become Schwinn® Cycling certified, instructors are required to complete classes covering a broad range of topics. To make Schwinn®

Cycling an even more challenging program for instructors, the Schwinn®

Fitness Academy has developed three instructor levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold

The Schwinn® Cycling Concept and How To Become Certified

Bronze Level2-day Certification course

Pass the written exam

Silver LevelMust be a Bronze Level Instructor. Have a total of 20 credits including the THRSuccessfully completed and passed the Silver Level Test

Gold LevelMust be a Bronze and Silver Level Instructor

Have a total of 40 credits

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2: Silver Level:

To reach the Silver Level, the instructor needs to successfully complete the Target Heart Rate course, the Silver Level Test, which is a technical, methodical and theoretical test, and two Continuing Education modules of their choice.

Requirements: A total of 20 creditsTo maintain the Silver Level, the instructor must complete a Continuing Education course or participate in a Schwin® Fitness Academy convention every 2 years.

3: Gold Level:

To reach the Gold Level, the instructor needs to pass at least 8 ContinuingEducation courses, and must have passed the Silver Level Test. Requirements: A total of 40 credits To maintain the Gold Level, the instructor must complete a Continuing Education course and participate in a Schwinn® Fitness Academy convention every 2 years.

More information about the education program and the Schwinn® Cycling conventions are available on the Schwinn® Fitness Academy website at: www.fitness-academy.com


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2 Day Certification

Content of 2 Day Certification:Bike Set-UpHow to perform the right bike set-up for a safe and effective class

Technique• Body positioning and technique riding Schwinn® bikes• Safety and effectiveness of Indoor Cycling

Terrains and Target Heart Rate• Description of the target heart rate zones and their benefits• Creation of different terrains according to target heart rate zones• Explanation of each environment

Fact Based• Anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of cycling• Concept driven from outdoor cycling

Coaching• Exploring the advantages of the instructor playing the role of a coach, as opposed to merely a group fitness leader• Providing coaches with the tools they need to achieve the specific training goals of each student

Music• Music analysis• Music selection adapted to the target groups

In Depth Programming• Constructing diverse, yet flexible classes with specific training goals in mind• Beginning with Schwinn® Cycling Certification and evolving with Continuing Educations

® Cycling 2 Day Certification will provide your instructors with the fundamental®

basics of teaching a safe, effective and fun class in a non-intimidating environment.

The 2 day comprehensive training is held by an experienced Schwinn®

Cycling Master Instructor, who will guide your instructors through practical and theoretical topics providing them with everything they need to know to get started and help assist participants in reaching theirindividual health and fitness goals.

The Certification is a step in the right direction and aids as a basicplatform for any potential Indoor Cycling Instructor. The course willenhance your instructors knowledge and further their career prospects.


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Advantages for Bronze Level Instructors:

• Bronze Level Certification provides instructors with a solid foundation in order to enhance their knowledge and further their career prospects• Allows entry to all Schwinn® Cycling Continuing Educations • Be part of a recognized and well renowned program and global network of instructors• Increased marketability• Purchase the annual Team Rider Package – A clothing and accessory package specially designed for Schwinn® Cycling instructors • Receive regular news from the Schwinn® Fitness Academy • Meet a network of International Master Instructors• Aim towards reaching National Demo Team and Master Instructor level

Examination:

Consists of a written theory exam and practical check

Education Credits Pass, Certificate and Instructor Card

After successful completion of the 2 Day Certification and exam, participants will be awarded with the Bronze Level Certificate and Instructor Card. Additionally, instructors will be issued with an Education Credits Pass in order to collect points after attending each Continuing Education.


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MindBody

Schwinn® Fitness Academy is continually creating newContinuing Education Courses to keep your instructors up to date, increase their

knowledge of Indoor Cycling and coaching, and broaden theirunderstanding of a variety of related topics.

Moreover, the Continuing Education topics will enable your clubto offer new and exciting classes that will help retain club

regulars while attracting new members.

Target Heart Rate (THR)• Implementing target heart rate into classes for beginners as well as for elite athletes• Planning terrains in different target heart rate zones• Acquire a deeper knowledge of physiology, especially about energy & metabolism• How to successfully introduce the periodization of the classes within your club

Class Design (CD)• Taking ideas from outdoor cycling and implementing them into your classes• Fresh ideas for keeping the variety and motivation of your classes• Complete approach to class planning• Improve coaching abilities

Mind/Body (MB)• Link of the mental aspects of training to performance• Optimized training through breathing control and focus• Discover the « Flow »• Acquire ideas to implement the mental part of endurance training in the classes

Cycling & Juniors (JUN)• With gym hours disappearing from the school curriculum, keep the youths active by offering a class targeted to their needs and aspirations• Learn the differences between training and coaching adults and adolescents• Learn new ideas and games to make your classes fun

Cycling & Seniors (SEN)• Attract older clientele to your health club• Guidance on how to prepare and coach a class adapted to seniors• How to train clients with the most common ailments

Cycling & Music (MUS) • Music is one of the most important components of any Indoor Cycling class• This course increases the instructor’s awareness of music by learning how to listen and analyze different music styles• Learn how to make appropriate music choices for particular class situations and different varieties of class participants. Discover how music can affect you and your class participants


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Lactic Acid (LAC)• Learn all about lactic acid in combination with your heart rate measurements by implementing an effective training plan• Learn how to take blood samples and measure your personal lactic acid curve

Nutrition (NUT)• This course is an absolute "must" to understand Schwinn® Cycling as a complete training concept by showing that sports training, especially endurance training, and nutrition belong together. • The most important basic elements of nutrition are demonstrated• Climb one step further as a trainer! You will be able to provide your clients with answers about the most common questions asked about nutrition

Interval Workshop (2.5 credits)• Gain the knowledge about aerobic and anaerobic work though interval training• Distinguish between the different types of training and use them in your club• Receive structured ideas that can be used in interval training

Stretching Workshop (2.5 credits)• Stretching is a basic component of training. Learn how to stretch and when to stretch• Learn the different types of stretching• Discover the benefits of stretching• Physiology of stretching


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SupportBecause we want to give you ongoing support from the launch of the newprogram in your club right through to the long run, when members ask formore, we have put together a complete support package consisting of a

promo pack, marketing and consulting support and a service plan.These three elements will ensure success to your club over time.

Promotional SupportFree promotional package for official Schwinn® Cycling Centers. Thepackage consists of different items that will help you brand your club,make the Schwinn® Cycling room appealing to the participants and mostof all, attract members to the classes. The promo pack consists of itemssuch as a Schwinn® Cycling banner and an official Schwinn® Cyclingcenter sticker to place on your door to make members aware that you arean official representative of the Schwinn® Cycling program.

How to become an official Schwinn® Cycling Center :Purchase a minimum of 11 Schwinn® bikesTeach only with certified Schwinn® Cycling instructors and certify at least3 instructors.

Official Schwinn® Cycling Center benefits :Free Promo Package to attract different target groupsPart of a global movementLong-term support and commitment from Schwinn, The Indoor Cycling expert – building bikes since 1895.Listed as Official Schwinn® Cycling Center on the Fitness Academy website : www.fitness-academy.com


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Marketing SupportGood marketing is crucial, not only to attract existing club members but to target the community around your club. You are undoubtedly interested in seeing your class- rooms full from the morning to the evening and especially in the 10:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 16:00 time slots. To achieve this, you need to reach senior citizens or local schools, for example, because these target groups have time to workout during the day. In ourpromo package, we’ve included a CD-Rom containing all the marketing support, tips and advice you need to attain this goal. The CD-Rom provides:

• Guidelines on how to place ads and PR in the local press and on how to reach women and men of all ages and fitness levels• Press release text introducing the new program and bike

• Flyers to advertise the classes offered to the different target groups• Schwinn® Cycling logos• Schwinn® Cycling pictures showing the bike, the group and the coach

All these files will enable you to customize the graphic works to yourspecific needs, while keeping a consistent image with clubs around theglobe.

Schwinn AccessoriesCreate a hype phenomenon around Schwinn® Cycling with the Schwinn®

Accessories and Clothing line! Enable your participants to acquire thelatest trend in cycling clothing: jerseys and shorts, sports bags and waterbottles, key chains and towels. We have it all for you.

Technical SupportSchwinn® is now offering a technical certification course that will help retain class participation by minimizing down time in your club. This education course will teach how to properly maintain the bikes, prevent wear and tear, breakdowns as well as fixing any technical issues. After successful completion of this course, the participants will officially become Schwinn® Cycling Certified Technicians. Inclu- ded in the service package are technical tools specific to the maintenance of indoor cycles, lubricants, technical drawings and maintenance schedules.


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