Intimacy Jam - August

During the summer it sometimes feels like we all go our separate ways. In August, let's all come back together. The focus will be on engaging as a collective. Group hugs, massage circles, singing together, games with the whole group... There many ways to enjoy everybody's company!

How do Intimacy Jams work?

Intimacy Jams are opportunities to enjoy connection and community without complexity. The entire experience is clothed and non-sexual. People of all genders are welcome to jam with each other. Safety and comfort are the priority. Caring for consent is required at all times, using skills practised in the first hour. No touch is required during an Intimacy Jam at all.

The event starts with a welcome circle to open the container and set expectations for the evening. Next, a series of connection and communication games help us arrive in the space and in our bodies, and quickly get to know each other better! We learn and practice consent and communication skills in a safe, structured environment. We practise communicating about desires and boundaries. We also get to enjoy the sensations and experiences of physical touch! Soon, a group of relative strangers learns to trust and enjoy each other in this held space.

Next, we break bread together and share a potluck meal and enjoy casual socialising around food.

Finally, there's the free flow jam part of the Intimacy Jam. Many different forms of platonic intimacy are welcome during the jam in pairs, groups and on your own. A central “cuddle puddle” often persists throughout the whole evening for a collective, communal experience. Also, massage, cuddling, hand holding, dance, sensory experiences, eye gazing, gentle authentic conversation, poetry reading, and more! Your curiosity, creativity and desires are welcome!

Note, these events used to be called Cuddle Parties.
 

Tickets

A loyalty card system is in place for participants who have attended 5+ Embrace Connections events. 

We do not offer refunds. If you cannot attend due to illness or extenuating circumstances, you may transfer your ticket to a future date. You may also resell your ticket. 

Reviews:

“First time attending a cuddle party or something similar. My initial nerves went away very quickly, the space was help beautifully, I felt very safe and welcome to explore my bounderies by being in my center and meeting others from this place. Treasure did a great job of weaving fun, curiosity, tenderness, safety, healing and expression all togtheer to make a really nourishing evening. 🙏🙌Thank you”  -Breeze

"Just had a beautiful evening at the cuddle party - really well held by Treasure. Great structure and flow, boundaries to keep us all safe. I came to face and embrace some issues and it was the perfect place to do that. Thank you Treasure."  -Caroline

“After more than a year of running cuddle parties, Treasure has certainly grown to be a great host and curator of safe, playful spaces in which people can explore more curious and intimate connection with each other. I have much respect for Treasure's commitment to excellent vibes. Best such event I've been to in a long time!” -Anonymous

Your Facilitator

Treasure

Connections Coach, Cuddle Therapist, Workshop Facilitator

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Treasure is passionate about connection. They help people connect better and lead better lives.

Drawing from over a decade of experience teaching, sharing and leading workshops in partner and group movement and touch-based practices like partner dance, partner acrobatics, contact improv, massage, cuddling, playing, fighting, tantra, shibari, and more, Treasure holds comfortable and empowering spaces for connection. 

They have run Cuddle Parties in Bristol and at festivals since 2022. 

Please email treasure@embrace-connections.com with any questions or concerns.