Frequently Asked Questions about Our Studio & Classes
How can I contact Chic Physique?
What’s the Chic Physique address?
What are the studio hours?
Is there parking near by?
How do I get there by Metro?
What if the weather is bad?
What should I wear & bring?
What kind of shape do I need to be in?
Can I buy my own pole? How about those sexy shoes?
Do you ever have any special events or workshops?
How do I register?
What’s your refund and cancelation policy?
What’s the policy on purchases?
Could I, or what if I get hurt?
What about my purse, and extra clothes?
Got any other questions? Please don’t hesitate to call 301-718-2452 or e-mail us at
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Contact Information
Phone: 301-718-2452
Fax: 240-396-5990
Email:
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Locations
Chic Physique – Bethesda
4931 St Elmo Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
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Chic Physique – Frederick
500 W. Patrick Street, 2nd Floor
Frederick, MD 21701
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Monday – Friday 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm
We are open various weekday daytime hours for classes, please check our class schedule. Saturday & Sunday afternoons & evenings are reserved for private parties, workshops, and special events.
Parking, Metro and Accessibility
Limited parking is available in front of the building. A metered parking garage right next door, FREE ON WEEKENDS. Don’t forget change for the meters!
We are approximately 0.37 miles from the Bethesda Metro Station. The following are walking directions from the Metro Station to Chic Physique.
Bethesda Metro Station to 4931 ST Elmo Ave:
- Exit station through “BETHESDA METRO STATION” entrance.
- Walk a short distance N on Wisconsin Ave.
- Walk straight on Md-355.
- Walk a short distance N on Md-355.
- Turn left on Md-187 (Old Georgetown Rd).
- Walk a short distance NW on Md-187.
- Walk straight on Old Georgetown Rd.
- Walk approx. 3 blocks NW on Old Georgetown Rd.
- Turn right on St Elmo Ave.
- Walk approx. 1 block NE on St Elmo Ave.
Chic Physique studio is located on the second floor.
Inclement Weather Policy
Chic Physique follows Montgomery County Public Schools Delays and
Closings: If Montgomery County Schools are closed all day, Chic
Physique will be closed all day as well and classes will not be held.
If schools close mid-day for weather conditions, we will close mid-day
as well and classes will not be held. We will endeavor to update the
website to inform you of any changes. You can also call the studio at
301-718-2452 or email us at
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**Classes will not be rescheduled due to weather. Your Chic Physique
account will be credited and you may use that credit to apply to
another available class. Expiring expiration dates will not be
extended. We apologize for any
inconvenience.**
We do reserve the right to close early for the safety of our staff and students. We will do our best to contact everyone in advance if we do.
What to Wear and Bring
For beginner level Pole classes, most students wear yoga or Capri pants, and tank top/t-shirts. Some students wear dance shoes, but most go barefoot.
For higher level Pole classes (Pole Boot Camp II and above), booty shorts are required for climbing. Form-fitted clothing is best. Please make sure that shorts have a maximum 3” inseam and are not nylon or spandex.
For all Pole level classes – you may want to bring high heels to add a little sexy – make sure they have an ankle strap for stability and comfort.
For all Pole classes, please remove ALL rings, watches, and bracelets. Come to your class “lotion-free” so you will be able to grip the pole!
For non-pole dance classes, be comfortable in your normal workout attire – Capri, yoga pants, shorts, tanks, etc… Students wear anything from sneakers to barefoot, to heels for the “dance” classes.
You may want to bring a water bottle. We do offer water coolers at Chic Physique.
We have cubbies to store your belongings – please don’t bring any valuables as they are not secure.
We have 3 bathrooms as well as 2 changing rooms. No shower facilities.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure that you are on time for your class.
Skill / Fitness Level
All shapes and sizes of women are welcome at Chic Physique – sexy and confidence knows no boundaries…
Chic Physique advises all students to work to the best of their capability. Any health limitations should be conveyed to your instructor at the beginning of class.
All of our classes except for the Pole Fitness Foundation Series are one-time classes and meet the needs of students of all levels. We require students to take the series in order – to ensure the best workout and strength and skill progression. You are free to move at your pace throughout the Pole Fitness Foundation Series as long as all prerequisites are met. Please note that our prerequisites are set for your safety.
Please note that Chic Physique is a Women Only studio – therefore no men are allowed.
If you are pregnant, please consult your physician before registering for any classes.
Chic Boutique
Need a pole or some hot 6” heels to go with those new sexy spins? Chic Boutique is the place! We sell dance poles, heels, grip products, t-shirts, accessories and more! Click on the Registration link on our website on the left of the page and go to our MindBody website, then click the Chic Physique tab in the top right of the screen.
We offer gift certificates as well!
Special Events, Workshops and Showcases
Chic Physique offer specials classes and events throughout the year.
All Special Events will be on our Calendar page as well as displayed on our Home Page. Feel free to call 301-718-2452 or
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with any questions. Hope to see you there!
Showcases – come see our Chic Physique Graduates and Instructors’ perform and show off all their hard work, as well as their sexy prowess.
Holiday Teasers – if there’s a holiday, we can make up a dance to it! Look for our Teasers on the Calendar.
Workshops – Come learn from the best. Chic Physique offers first class instruction from our special guest instructors – ranked nationally and internationally.
Open House – Hosted once or twice a year, our Open Houses offer free “tastings” of our classes, everything from Sexy Flexi to Chairlicious! Come try a class out – bring some friends! Lots of fun – pre-registration required.
Halloween Party – THE Event of the Year! Come sexy it up at our Annual Halloween Party – food, fun and fright all rolled into one! It’s the one day a year the “guys” can see what the inside of a pole studio looks like! Good food and drink, and special performances are just part of the fun!
Vendor Show – We Chic Girls LUV to shop – so once a year, we play “Santa Baby” and invite a special group of vendors to our studio’s Jingle Mingle, to help you with that list! Come shop with us, watch some demos, and enter to win awesome prizes in our raffle!
How To Register For Classes, Programs, Events and Workshops
Due to the small class size, PRE-PAYMENT AND PRE-REGISTRATION ARE REQUIRED. All payments and registrations must be received 6 hours prior to class to qualify for the classes. Purchases can be made online, by phone, or in person. All students participating in class must be 18 yrs of age or older. If younger than 18 years old, you must have parental permission and a consent form signed by parents or legal guardian. No one under the age of 16 years of age permitted.
As class sizes are small Pre-registration and Pre-Payment are required to reserve your space in a class.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Checks and cash are also accepted.
We encourage our clients to sign on to our MindBody website, and create a username and password. Once you are a registered user, scheduling is all online, you can sign up and pay for classes via credit card, cancel a class or schedule a makeup, book a private party or lesson, or order a pole.
If you wish to pay with cash or with a check, you will need pre-pay in person at the studio prior to registration of a class, program, and/or workshop.
Pre-registration also allows us to contact you if there is a change in the schedule.
Upon your first visit to Chic Physique’s studio, you will need to fill out a Student Information and General Waiver.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Please be advised that a class may be canceled at any time at the discretion of the studio.
A student can cancel their enrollment/reservation in a class prior to the start date and time of that class at their discretion. When this happens, Chic Physique does its best to accommodate our students, however, if we are unable to do so a credit will be applied to your Chic Physique account for you to use for another class before original expiration date. Please be advised that we do not offer refunds. If you become disabled for at least 3 months during the session term and the disability is confirmed in writing by a physician, you are entitled to an extension of the session. If you have any questions, please contact our studio.
Classes cancelled for inclement weather will not be rescheduled – the credit for the cancelled class will be applied to your Chic Physique account to spend on another class or program session of your choice.
Missed classes due to illness, travel, scheduling arrangements can be cancelled online. If you know you won’t make it to class one week, please log in and cancel the class out, freeing up the space for another student in that class. You may reschedule a makeup class online, or call the studio to reserve your space in a another class.
Your credit for a missed class is good through the expiration date of the class/package, not the date of the missed class.
Purchasing Policy
Please be advised that in purchasing a class from Chic Physique, you understand that the studio may cancel a class at any time at the discretion of the studio. If this happens Chic Physique does its best to accommodate our students, however, if we are unable to do so a credit will be applied to your Chic Physique account for you to use for another class before the original expiration date. Please be advised that we do not offer refunds. If you become disabled for at least 3 months during the session term and the disability is confirmed in writing by a physician, you are entitled to an extension of the session. If you have any questions, please contact our studio.
Expirations are as follows:
30 days – Pole Tease Intro Class Pass, 1 Class Pass, 3 Class Package
45 days – 5 week Pole Foundation Series, 5 Class Package
90 days - 10 Class Package, Gift certificates
All merchandise purchases are final sale. We do not offer refunds, however, we will make exchanges for defective merchandise. If you purchase merchandise online or in the studio, you must pick up all merchandise at the studio – we do not ship. Thank you for your understanding and patience. If you have any questions, please contact our studio.
Liability Policy
Chic Physique strives to create a safe studio and classroom environment. Staff and teachers are specially trained, and class progression is geared to keeping you safe.
Having said that, you must understand that classes at Chic Physique may be physically strenuous and you voluntarily participate in them with full knowledge that there is risk of personal injury, property loss or death. You agree that neither yourself, your heirs, assigns or legal representatives will sue or make any other claims of any kind whatsoever against Chic Physique or its members for any personal injury, property damage/loss, or wrongful death, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
Please note that while Chic Physique offers cubbies for your things, we are in no way responsible for the safekeeping of my personal belongings while you attend class.
