PELOTON PARTNERS WITH DEFECTED RECORDS TO INTRODUCE THE BRAND’S FIRST EVER RESIDENCY

Peloton today announced a new partnership and residency with global dance music institution Defected Records, which will include live DJ rides from Peloton Studios London for the first time. Launching on 21st March, the residency will feature six cycling classes, comprising custom mix classes with bespoke mixes curated by DJs from the Defected Records roster, as well as three live DJ rides. 

The first class taught by Leanne Hainsby on 21st March will include a custom mix by DJ and BBC Radio 1 broadcaster, Arielle Free. Additional confirmed DJs include Defected favourites Ferreck Dawn and Monki, with Ferreck Dawn set to feature in Peloton’s first ever live DJ ride from Peloton Studios London in June. Each of the cycling classes will be led by Peloton’s UK Instructors, including Ben Alldis, Leanne Hainsby, and Hannah Frankson with classes featuring genre-defining house and electronic music. This announcement follows Ben Alldis' New Year's Eve Ride at the end of 2023, which teased the partnership with the class featuring a custom mix by Ferreck Dawn.

For the live DJ rides, Peloton will produce a unique music and visual experience similar to that of nightclubs around the world with the music mixed live and a DJ behind a booth in the studio. Peloton Members and non Members will have the opportunity to book and attend these classes, with the content also streamed live to Peloton Members at home. For all Defected classes (both custom mix and live DJ), Peloton Studios London will have a distinct look and feel with elevated production enhancements such as lighting and haze. All of these elements are designed to elevate both the in-studio and at-home experience.  

Peloton is a fitness company that produces world-class content and makes fitness accessible, entertaining and motivating with thousands of classes, cutting edge technology, and expert Instructors. Established in 1999 and celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Defected Records is a multi-award winning independent British record label specialising in house music and renowned events across the globe. The brand has paved the way for house music in the UK with its catalogue including singles from artists such as Idris Elba, Honey Dijon, Bob Sinclair, Kings of Tomorrow, Masters At Work, Inner City, Dennis Ferrer, and Peggy Gou. Together, Peloton and Defected Records will create a club-like experience that unites people through a shared passion for music and movement. 

Gwen Bethel Riley, Peloton’s SVP of Music and Content Partnerships said: “At Peloton, we’re committed to content innovation and, with this residency, we’re creating an immersive and entertaining experience. Each class is designed as a celebration of music, movement, and community; and will transport Members from their home or the studio and straight to a Defected club night.” 

Tom Glover, Defected’s Head of Brand Partnerships added: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Peloton, providing the ultimate soundtrack to the brand’s offering of world-class fitness content. Transporting Peloton Members straight to the dancefloor with mixes curated by Defected’s unrivaled roster of DJ talent, together we can amplify the energy of workouts with the best in house music.”

The Peloton x Defected classes will be available to Peloton All Access and App+ Members. New members can access a 30-day free trial of App+ here.* For the latest class schedule visit members.onepeloton.co.uk. And, for behind-the-scenes and up-to-the-minute information on Peloton Studios London and Peloton Studios New York visit @PelotonStudios. 

*New App+ Members only. After trial period, £24.00/month unless cancelled. Cancel anytime before free trial ends. Full terms at https://www.onepeloton.co.uk/membership-terms.