About Chaud.

Chaud (pronounced "show") is a French word that means "hot". Chaud movement classes are designed to generate heat to optimize the body for movement and strength training.

Chaud classes are open to individuals 16 years and older.

Live Online streaming classes are scheduled to begin in August 2025 (See schedule on class booking page). In-Studio classes are scheduled to begin in September 2025. In-Studio classes will meet on Saturday mornings at a beautiful studio space in the Columbia Heights neighborhood (14th Street NW) in Washington DC. More details to follow soon.

Chaud Movement classes currently only meet on Saturdays. The class schedule is available on the class booking page. Note that all class times are listed in US Eastern Time. If you would like to make a request for Chaud Movement classes to also meet at another day/time, please send an email to megan@chaud.online.

Expect an invigorating movement and strength training class. Be prepared to generate "Chaud". During a Chaud class, you will have the opportunity to challenge your body and mind to progress through a custom movement sequence choreographed to energizing music. Chaud movements are inspired by yoga, pilates, and barre practice. All Chaud classes are designed to create heat in your body to optimize the opportunity for building flexibility and strength. The ultimate goal at Chaud Movement is to provide a supportive and fun environment for mindful movement. 

Yes, music is a core component of the Chaud experience.  All Chaud classes have a curated playlist to which the movement sequence has been choreographed. Music is used to inspire energy and provide a beat to guide the cadence for carrying out various strength, stretching, and agility movements. Chaud Movement classes are not dance classes. As such, no dance experience or ability is necessary. Please note that some songs on a class playlist may include explicit language. 

Chaud classes may be video recorded from time to time.  The video recordings from a Chaud Movement class will not include any individuals who have joined the Chaud Live Online class but may include individuals who participate in an In-Studio class.

Chaud classes are designed to be challenging for all fitness levels. Options for movement variations are provided throughout class to allow the movements to be accessible to all. We do recommend that individuals joining a Chaud class have a basic level of physical fitness. Please also check the intensity and difficulty level noted for a class to ensure it is the level that is of interest to you.  If you are in doubt about your ability to complete a Chaud class, please consult with a medical practitioner. Try your first Chaud Live Online class for free to see if Chaud Movement is right for you.  

We recommend having a yoga mat, hand towel, and water readily available for every class.  Some individuals might also like a yoga mat towel to provide additional traction during their practice once their body is "Chaud".  Individuals attending in studio classes should plan to bring their own yoga mat, hand towel, water, and (optional) yoga mat towel to class. A set of light, medium, and heavy weights are also recommended for most classes, but not required. Weights will be available for those attending class in studio. When additional equipment is required for a specific class this will be noted in the class description above the sign up link for the class.

We recommend wearing comfortable, light-weight, moisture-wicking clothing when participating in a Chaud Movement class. Please be sure that your clothing will not restrict your movement ability. Your clothing should allow you the freedom to move your body comfortably. 

Create an account by clicking on the avatar on the top right corner of the home page on the Chaud website. Once you have created an account, you will be able to sign up to join any Chaud class on the schedule.  Please be sure to read the Chaud Movement terms of use, student terms of use, security and privacy policy notice before creating  an account. Creating an account or registering to participate in a Chaud Movement In-Studio or Live Online class acknowledges agreement with all Chaud Movement terms of use and policies listed on the last page of the Chaud website.  

To ensure the link to Live Online classes can be received in time to participate in class, please be sure to book your Live Online class at least 4 hours in advance of the scheduled class time. The online registration system for the Chaud Movement Live Online classes will close 4 hours in advance of the scheduled class time. We recommend booking In-Studio classes as early as possible, as the number of participants who can attend In-Studio classes is more limited.  If seats are filled in a Chaud Movement Live Online or In-Studio class that you would like to join, please write to megan@chaud.online to be added to the waitlist for that class. 

If you are unable to attend an In-Studio Chaud Movement class you have booked, please write to megan@chaud.online at least 24 hours in advance of the time of the class that was booked. Provided at least 24 hours advance notice is given, you may transfer the In-Studio class credit to another In-Studio class scheduled before November 22, 2025. For In-Studio classes, we would appreciate as much advance notice as possible of your change in plans to provide the best opportunity for other interested individuals to sign up for the class. If you have booked and are unable to attend a Chaud Movement Live Online class, please write to megan@chaud.online at least 4 hours in advance of the time of the class that was booked to transfer the class credit to another Live Online class scheduled before November 22, 2025. We are currently unable to offer refunds for In-Studio and Live Online classes booked.

Yes. We currently have two promotions available. i) Your first Live Online Chaud Movement class is free. After creating your Chaud Movement account, write to megan@chaud.online to request free registration for your first Live Online Chaud Movement class. ii) After completing your first 5 Chaud Movement classes In-Studio, you will receive 1 free (Live Online or In-Studio) class pass that you can use for yourself or gift to a friend for use before November 22, 2025. Please be sure to sign up to join the Chaud Movement community as additional discounts may be available from time to time and will be shared via our newsletter.

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If you would like to provide feedback on any Chaud Movement class experience, please write to megan@chaud.online to share your comments. All feedback is very welcome. Chaud Movement is committed to providing a class experience that optimally serves you and responds to what it is that you are looking for in your fitness and strength-building journey. If you have recommendations for focused work on specific body parts or for a class playlist to include a particular song, those suggestions are also welcome and will be accommodated as best as possible. Please write to megan@chaud.online with your requests and recommendations.