How do I get tickets?
You can find information about all our classes on our Events page.

How much do classes cost?
Capitalism sucks, so if we had it our way, all our classes would be free. Unfortunately, the reality of our business expenses makes it so that we have to charge more money than we’d like. General Admission ticket prices vary depending on the location, and you can find the info on our Events page.

Making our events accessible to those with financial difficulties is a top priority, though, so we will always set aside a limited number of discounted tickets for those who need financial accommodations. Please email info@nakedinmotion.com to request these tickets and let us know what you can pay. Don’t worry about offending us. There are plenty of students with the means to pay full price who are happy to do so so that we can continue hosting events.

Can I just show up and pay at the door?
We strongly prefer you pay online, but if you need to pay in cash, you must email reservations@nakedinmotion.com to reserve a spot. Cash tickets are listed in each event’s details and are always higher than online tickets to make cash management easier and account for registration fees. Space is limited and the classes sell out often, so if we're at capacity and you haven't emailed to reserve a spot, we may not be able to accommodate you.

Do I need to print my ticket?
Nope! Save that paper. Just check in with your instructor(s) when you arrive.

I purchased a ticket for class, but now I can’t make it. Can I have a refund?
All events have a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel less than 24 hours before a class, you forfeit your payment.

Can I wear clothes?
We lay out our definition of “Naked!” in our Community Rules:

Nudity is mandatory, but we make accommodations for accessibility. For example, we recognize that people need different tools for managing menstruation. Having your period doesn’t necessitate wearing bottoms though; it’s okay if your tampon string shows, or you leak a bit on your mat & towel. Participants may opt to use items such as binders, bottoms, or prosthetics to manage trauma or gender dysphoria.

The goal of being Naked! is to practice self-compassion and body acceptance, which requires experiencing bodies as they are, and this can be challenging for many people. The purpose of accommodations is not to avoid this challenge, but to remove obstacles which prevent engaging with it.

As with comments about others' appearance, we do not allow comments on others' accommodations. If you have a concern, ask us privately. These examples are not an exhaustive list, so if you need accommodation, just talk to us.

What if I’m running late to class?
Everyone is expected to be on time to hear the rules (even if you've heard them before). We lock the doors when it’s time to undress. Once the door is locked with the sign indicating that we’ve started class, no further entry will be permitted, NO EXCEPTIONS, and we don't give refunds for latecomers. Do not knock or disrupt class in an attempt to gain late entry. 

We have this policy in place to protect the safety of the space we’re creating, as it’s very disruptive to have latecomers enter the space after we’re Naked! If you know you will not arrive before the doors close, please do not come to class. You’ll know you’re too late if we post a “doors closed” sign on the door, or if it is locked.

I want to check this out but don’t know if I want to participate. Can I just come and observe?
No. Everyone who comes to our class must fully participate and adhere to our definition of nudity. Everyone MUST be an active, willing participant and at least 18 years old.

I want to write an article about your classes. What's your press policy?
If you’re from the press and you want to check out our classes so you can write an article/make a podcast/talk about us on the radio, great! We'd love to hear what you have to say. However, you or any correspondents you send must be active and willing participants in the class and adhere to the Community Rules. We also ask that you email us at press@nakedinmotion.com to give us a heads up!

What happens if I become aroused?
Our classes are non-sexual events with standards of conduct to create the safest possible spaces that we can. However, it’s impossible and unrealistic to try to divorce nudity from sexuality. It’s perfectly normal for one to become aroused at the sight of another person. But, we don’t think that this will necessarily be more likely to happen in our Naked! classes than on the subway, at a restaurant, or at a bar. Arousal definitely does NOT give a person the right to touch, harass, or objectify another person. In short, we can’t police your mind, and we would never want to, so sexual thoughts are no big deal. When it comes to interacting with others, however, you must follow our Community Rules which forbid asking people out, giving unsolicited compliments, and touching without consent (among other things).

Now there are specific rules about what to do about the physical signals of arousal. Erections aren’t actually as common as you might think during the Naked! movement practice. Signs of arousal such as erections are physiological responses that are as involuntary as sweating, and they’re not necessarily sexually inspired. If you experience observable arousal during movement class, just ignore it, or take Child’s Pose if you prefer. If you exhibit signs of arousal while socializing after class, please put on clothing for the comfort of some participants. We’ve also been asked about vaginal fluid, and we don't consider this any more of an issue than sweat that may (and probably will) drip off the body during the exercise portion of class. That's why we suggest people bring a towel.

Body acceptance is not just about accepting the way bodies look, but also how they function. Unfortunately, due to our society’s association of sexuality with nudity, a person with an erection tends to sexualize an environment, so we ask folks to don clothing after class in order to prevent these unwanted interactions. It’s similar to our cruising rule: we’re not going to police your mind, but we have rules in place to limit the physical or verbal expressions of the mind (even if the erection isn’t a result of arousal). It’s more important for us to create a welcoming space for people who may feel threatened by erections, especially those new to social nudity, than it is for us to create a space where erection-havers can walk around freely. If that’s what you’d like to do, then there are other naked places and events you can visit!

For more information, read Willow’s article, “Is there anything sexual about naked yoga?”

Will there be partner work? Will we be touching each other in any way?
Almost none of our classes will involve any partner work or group touch. There is only one exception: we occasionally host a Naked! Partner(s) class, but those are for existing partnerships only, and we don’t host any classes where we bring strangers together for physical contact. Additionally, masturbating, or “erotic self-touch," will not be permitted and may result in legal action.

Please remember our consent policy: Before touching anyone, please ask for their consent. For our classes, anything less than an enthusiastic “yes” means “no.” This applies to all physical contact, including small touches that may seem appropriate in a clothed setting. The instructors will ask for permission before touching you during class and give you the opportunity to opt out of corrective touch. Understand that consent is an ongoing process; you can change your mind at any time, and any answer is completely acceptable. Consent is also a conversation with yourself, so know your own boundaries first so that you can communicate them to others effectively. 

One more thing: while the instructors may ask if they can give you corrective touches for the postures or exercises, please do not ask the instructors specifically to touch you. Our instructors are also humans with boundaries that they get to enforce.

Is this a play party? Will there be any sexual activity during the class?
No. There’s nothing wrong with spaces that facilitate consensual sexual activity, but that’s not what we offer. Please see the above two questions for further clarification.

Can you explain your No-Cruising policy?
From our Community Rules:

Please abide by the desexualized atmosphere of our classes. Don’t ask to meet up with people outside of class. Nudity is not an invitation for personal advances. Also, please do not make any comments about anyone’s appearance (e.g., “You have a nice body,” “Your hair is pretty”). We’ll prioritize the experience of the recipient over the intention of a “compliment”, so err on the side of caution! This applies to live events & online platforms (e.g. Meetup, Patreon).

The no-cruising policy applies to our instructors (they’re people, too). It’s equally imperative that instructors feel comfortable teaching our classes and that they can set and maintain their personal boundaries. The instructors observe the right to ask anyone to leave and ban from classes anyone who breaks our rules, including our cruising policy. If you are asked to leave and you genuinely feel there was a misunderstanding, you may email us, but this will not guarantee future class privileges.

Do you offer private lessons?
Some of our instructors offer private lessons (clothed or unclothed). If you’re interested in private lessons, DO NOT email Naked in Motion. You can always ask your instructors after class if they offer private lessons, but it’s out of our hands. Any arrangements for private lessons between you and an instructor are considered separate occurrences not in affiliation with Naked in Motion or the studio spaces used for any class.
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Do you offer group private lessons?
Yes, we offer group private lessons. Group private lessons are great for smaller groups of friends or coworkers or for special semi-private events for clubs, offices, and organizations. Rates vary depending on the number in attendance. Email groups@nakedinmotion.com to schedule a group private lesson.

What will a Naked in Motion class be like?
In general our classes are very similar to clothed ones, the major difference being the lack of clothing. 

Here’s a rundown of a typical Naked in Motion class: You enter the studio, keep your clothes on, check in with the instructor, and set up your mat. The instructor will cue everyone to sit (still clothed) on their mats for the Community Rules announcement to establish our expectations of everyone in an attempt to create a safer space. Then, they will cue everyone to remove their clothing, and class will begin. All you have to do is follow instructions, and you’re welcome to rest if you ever need a break from the movement. After class, you’ll get dressed and be on your merry way.

How many people usually come to a Naked in Motion class?
This varies highly per class, season, and location. Some classes have 6 people, others have 30. 

What is the gender ratio for the All-Gender classes?
One barrier to participation that is difficult to make accommodations for is the gender makeup of the class. This unavoidably influences the dynamic of all spaces, and nudity amplifies this effect, so we do what we can to address it while also recognizing there’s likely no perfect answer. To put it bluntly, cisgender men tend to make up the majority of naked spaces. This surprises some people, especially those with experience of yoga and not nudism, since in the U.S., yoga classes have mostly women. Since a person’s experience of marginalization in society influences their perception of safety in a naked space, those who experience higher levels of sexual harassment, objectification, and violence also experience fear as a greater barrier to attending nude events. Many people experience sexual harassment, objectification, and violence, but the risk is not uniform across people of all genders. In a world that so often erases the experiences and needs of transgender and non-binary individuals, being naked around other people can be especially difficult. With that in mind, it makes sense that cis men would largely be more willing to attend a naked class.

Naked in Motion is not trying to meet a quota, and there’s nothing inherently wrong with a class of mostly cisgender men. The problem is what it implies about accessibility. Naked! Yoga can be such a healing resource, and we want everyone to have an equal opportunity to experience it. Every person in every class plays a vital role in building a safer, welcoming, accessible space by adhering to our Community Rules. We ask that students not inquire about the gender balance for any given class.

Can I rent a mat? Do I need to reserve one ahead of time?
For all events, we strongly encourage you to bring your own mat & towel, as we only have a limited number of mats available to rent, however some spaces have the option to rent mats. If you do need to rent a mat, YOU MUST BRING A FULL-LENGTH TOWEL for sanitary reasons. The class description will indicate if the studio offers mat rentals. When using mat rentals, please make sure the towel is between your midsection and the mat at all times. Please take the time to adjust the towel as you move to prevent your genitals from coming into contact with the mat.

Do I need a towel?
If you bring your own mat, you’re not required to bring a towel, although we recommend bringing one to wipe off any excess moisture from the body to prevent slipping. If your class provides mat rentals and you want to rent a mat, YOU MUST BRING A FULL-LENGTH TOWEL for sanitary reasons. When using mat rentals, please make sure the towel is between your midsection and the mat at all times. Please take the time to adjust the towel as you move to prevent your genitals from coming into contact with the mat.

I’ve heard of Yoga, but what is Pilates?
Pilates is a system of movement and exercise that was developed around World War I. It includes a set of exercises that emphasize controlled, precise movements, proper breathing and spinal alignment, and a strong, stable abdominal core. Pilates is often used to recover from injury, manage pain and stress, improve posture, increase core strength, increase flexibility, and improve balance. As to the difference between Yoga and Pilates, we like to think of Pilates as a series of exercises and Yoga as a series of poses, but both emphasize controlled movements, simultaneous strengthening and stretching, a calm, concentrated mind, and proper breathing techniques. To see how yoga can benefit from a Pilates practice, check out our video blog.

Are classes open to beginners? I’m brand new to Yoga and Pilates. 
We welcome all adults of all experience levels, so you don’t need any prerequisites to take our classes. All classes are currently open-level, which means we can accommodate practitioners of all levels. Our teachers will give instructions for altering exercises to meet different needs, providing options to decrease or increase the level of intensity of a certain posture or exercise. You won’t “hold the class back”: instructors have to teach to the people in the room and their abilities, and everyone in the space will have an effect on the postures and flow that is chosen. If you’re looking for a more advanced workout, follow the verbal cues for challenging the postures and exercises, or just do your own thing.

Do I need to be flexible to start a Yoga and Pilates practice?
Definitely not. As a matter of fact, many people begin their Yoga and Pilates practices to increase their flexibility; you have to start somewhere. However, it’s important not to push yourself beyond your limits. Listen to your body, and back off if you feel pain. Flexibility takes time to develop, so have some patience with yourself.

I have an injury or disability. Are these classes right for me?
There are so many ways to practice yoga. Injuries and disabilities affect your physical practice and guide your decision making just like many other aspects of yourself, such as fatigue, recent illness, mood, or stress. In general, having an injury or disability shouldn’t get in the way of practicing yoga. If you’re not sure, or you need any accommodation, email us and let us know about your specific needs. That way, we can give recommendations about adapting movements and prepare the instructor ahead of time to best support you. We don’t have our own studio and it can be hard to find spaces that work for our many needs, so unfortunately, some are not wheelchair-accessible. We are always looking to find ones that are, though, as accessibility is really important to us. The event details will disclose any relevant accessibility information.

Can I attend a Naked in Motion class if I’m pregnant or postnatal?
Only you can decide what’s best for your body. If you have any questions about doing Yoga, Pilates, or any exercise while pregnant or post-pregnancy, you should consult your physician before coming to a Naked in Motion class. Upon attending a class, tell the instructor when you check in that you’re pregnant or postnatal so they know to offer the appropriate modifications. In general, our teachers will try to give instructions for modifying exercises to meet different needs, providing options to decrease or increase the level of intensity of certain postures or exercises. Most importantly, listen to your body, and allow yourself to rest whenever you need a break.

Do I need to be thin, or “in-shape” to do naked yoga?
Hell no. F*ck that and anyone who tells you that. You are perfect and you are welcome here. It super sucks that we live in such a fat-shaming society that anyone would even ask this question.

How long are the classes?
We book the space for each class for 2 hours to allow for sign-ins and breakdown, but the actual movement section will last approximately 75 minutes. Each class will have a designated official start time, but the actual movement won’t start until 10-15 minutes after this time. After the instructor reads the rules, they will cue everyone to disrobe and the movement will begin. 

Are there classes for certain genders or sexual orientations?
Unless specified, all events are welcome to people of all gender identities and sexual orientations. In the past we have held classes specifically for women & trans/nonbinary folk, and we hope to do this in the future, so stay tuned.

How can I get involved?
We’re always open to collaboration with like-minded individuals or groups. If you’d like to teach one our classes or be added to our sub list, email instructors@nakedinmotion.com. If your organization or group would like to collaborate with Naked in Motion on an event, workshop, or class, send us an email.

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