About Dragonfly
A Sherman Oaks Studio Built On Community.
Founded by Jess Lewis, Dragonfly Cycle + Train is where real people get real results — without the ego and intimidation of a big-box gym.
Our Story
No Ego. No Intimidation. Just Your People.
Dragonfly Cycle + Train started with a simple belief: fitness should feel welcoming, not intimidating. Jess Lewis built this studio on the idea that every person — regardless of fitness level, age, or background — deserves access to world-class coaching in an environment that feels like home.
Located on Van Nuys Blvd in Sherman Oaks, Dragonfly brings together indoor cycling, strength training, personal training, and the 8-Week Transformation Program under one roof. The classes are coached, not just played — instructors know your name, scale the workout to where you are, and celebrate your wins alongside you.
The community that's formed here isn't an accident. It's the result of a studio that prioritizes relationships over headcount, encouragement over competition, and consistency over intensity. Members don't just come for the workout — they come for each other.
Whether you're riding your first spin class or chasing a new personal record, Dragonfly has a spot for you. Start with 2 weeks for $40 — no commitment, just great music and real results.
What Sets Us Apart
Indoor Cycling · Strength · Pilates Under One Roof
All Levels Welcome — Instructors Scale Every Class
No Ego. No Intimidation. Just Your People.
Real Coaches Who Know Your Name
4.9 Stars Across 77 Google Reviews
Founded by: Jess LewisLocation: 4455 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403Phone: (818) 325-8900Service area: Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Encino, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, and morePrograms: Indoor Cycling, Strength Training, Personal Training, 8-Week Transformation
The Coaches
Coaches Who Know Your Name.
Jess Lewis
Founder & Owner · Cycle & DropSet Instructor
Jess founded Dragonfly Cycle + Train with a singular vision: a place where real people get real results without the ego of a big-box gym.
Troy Appel
Studio Manager, Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor
Troy keeps the studio running and the energy high. As both studio manager and lead trainer, he's the backbone of day-to-day operations at Dragonfly.
Michelle Allen
Cycle & TRX Instructor, Personal Trainer
Michelle brings infectious energy to every class she teaches — cycling and TRX are where she shines, and members show up specifically for her sessions.
Ariel Hall
Strength Instructor, Personal Trainer
Ariel brings warmth and precision to every class. She's one of the most technically focused instructors on the Dragonfly team.
Cassandra Sweetman
Cycle Instructor
Cassandra's cycling classes are known for their curated playlists and the way she uses music to push members through the hardest intervals.
Katia Hoerning
Pilates & Cycle Instructor, Personal Trainer
Katia bridges the gap between cycling and mobility work — her classes combine the intensity of spin with the precision of Pilates-informed movement.
Steve O'Connor
Cycle Instructor
Steve's rides are high-energy and community-driven. He's been part of the Dragonfly family long enough that his regulars show up specifically for his sessions.
Shirley O'Connor
Cycle Instructor
Shirley brings calm precision and technical depth to her cycling classes — a different energy from high-intensity sessions, and exactly what many members need.
Rafael Garcia
Cycle Instructor
Rafael's classes are high-energy and music-forward, drawing members who want a full experience, not just a workout.
Elliott Bermudez
Studio Operations Manager
Elliott keeps Dragonfly running smoothly behind the scenes — making sure every class, every member, and every detail is taken care of.
Kristin Phaneuf
Studio Assistant
Kristin is often the first face you see at Dragonfly — warm, organized, and committed to making every member feel welcome from day one.
Bernie Mowry
Studio Assistant
Bernie supports the Dragonfly team in keeping the studio welcoming, organized, and ready for every class and every member.
Why Dragonfly
Why Members Keep Showing Up.
There are plenty of fitness options in Sherman Oaks. Here's what keeps our members coming back — and bringing their friends.
Music That Moves You
Every ride is set to a carefully curated playlist. Our instructors build the set the way a DJ builds a set — intentional peaks, strategic drops. When the right song hits, you find energy you didn't know you had.
Instructors Who Know Your Name
This isn't a warehouse gym where you're just a face in a row. Our coaches know where you are in your fitness journey, what you're working toward, and when to push harder — and when to dial back.
All Levels — No Ego
Whether it's your first class or your five-hundredth, you belong in this room. No judgment, no intimidation. Regulars cheer for beginners. That's what the community built — and it stays that way.
Spin & Strength, One Community
Ride one day, lift the next — and you'll see the same faces across classes. That connection is what makes people stay.
45 Minutes — Maximum Return
Long enough to leave a real workout behind. Short enough to fit into a real schedule. No filler, no wasted time. Show up, work hard, and get on with your day feeling better than you did before.
Real Results, Real Reviews
Our reviews are written by real members in Sherman Oaks — people who showed up skeptical and stayed because it worked. Stronger, more energized, more consistent. Read what they say, then come see for yourself.
2 Weeks. Unlimited Classes.
Stop Thinking. Start Moving.
The $40 2-Week Trial gives you 2 weeks of unlimited cycling, strength, and more. New members only — start any day that works.
4455 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 · (818) 325-8900