Queer Sensual Sauna

🌈 Dive into an unforgettable evening of sensual delight, connection, and celebration of queer love and identity in a hidden London oasis. Sensual Sauna offers a rejuvenating and enchanting night of self-discovery, community, and the liberation of your senses through sauna, connection games and sensory delights.

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The evening is made up of four parts and includes…

Sensual Sauna Indulgence (Fire Element) 🌞

Experience the sensuality of the sauna as you connect with your body and your fellow queers in a space designed for ultimate comfort and self-expression. Benefits include:

✨ A step towards liberation and acceptance

✨ A space for embracing sensuality and self-love

✨ A sensual and grounding fire element experience

✨ Connection with other queers in a judgment-free environment

Trauma-Informed Connection Games (Air Element) 🌬️

Engage in trauma-informed, consensual connection games guided by experienced facilitators. Benefits include:

✨ A safe space for exploring boundaries and consent

✨ Connection with other queers through playful and empowering activities

✨ Emotional healing and support in a queer-affirming environment

✨ A deeper understanding of your own desires and boundaries

Nervous System Regulation (Earth Element) 🌿

Learn practical tools for regulating your nervous system and finding calm within. Benefits include:

✨ Increased self-awareness and emotional resilience

✨ Tools for managing stress and anxiety

✨ A grounding and nurturing experience in the company of your queer family

✨ A deeper connection to your own body and its wisdom

Live Music and/or Collaborative Art (Water Element) 🎶🎨

Immerse yourself in the harmonious sounds of live music while collaborating on a collective art project. Benefits include:

✨ An opportunity for creative expression and collaboration

✨ Connection through music and art with your queer peers

✨ A celebration of queer creativity and expression

✨ A multisensory experience that engages your artistic spirit.

There are only 15 spaces available to keep the event small and intimate. Couples, throuples+ are very welcome.

Secure your spot now for an enchanting night of queer sensuality and connection. Leave with your heart open, your senses awakened, and your soul nourished.

FAQ’S

Can you describe the space in more detail?

You will enter through a residential home; our hidden garden sanctuary is a serene and intimate space designed for connection and relaxation. There are two flights of stairs to consider in terms of accessibility; there is one toilet inside the house. The enchanted garden features:A sauna that comfortably accommodates up to 8 people in a seated position

A hot tub that can hold ten people shoulder to shoulder

A refreshing cold barrel plunge for an invigorating dip

An outdoor shower surrounded by natural beauty

A beautiful geodome tent offering a space for consensual cuddles and massages

A cosy fire pit with seating for warm gatherings and conversation

Patio space where you can dance to the rhythm of the silent disco

Live musicians to enhance the sensory experience

What is a queer sensual sauna?

A Queer Sensual Sauna is a unique space that celebrates sensuality and connection within the LGBTQIA+ community.

An environment where individuals can explore sensual experiences, embodiment and connection respectfully and consensually without genital touch

Queer Sensual Saunas are open and welcoming to individuals of all gender identities and orientations within the LGBTQIA+ spectrum.

How can I take care of myself at the event?

To ensure your at-ease experience, please clearly communicate your boundaries and consent- we will offer some tools and skills to navigate these conversations.

Take time out if needed, and go slower than you think!

Respect the boundaries of others

Seek assistance or support from the facilitators or assistants as needed

What if I’m new to sensual spaces?

Sensual Sauna events welcome all levels of experience, including those new to such experiences. We aim to create a safe and inclusive space for exploration and connection. Our friendly assistants and facilitators are here to support you if you have any questions or concerns.

What activities may happen?

Activities may include authentic relating exercises, embodiment practices, sensual touch (non-genital), connection exercises, sensory experiences, and more. These activities are designed to promote connection, intimacy, and presence. Everything is optional, and there is no pressure to participate in anything.

What should I wear?

You are encouraged to wear clothing that makes you feel comfortable in a sauna and hot tub. Nudity is welcome but absolutely not essential. People wear swimsuits.

Is consent important?

Consent is a fundamental principle in all our events. All activities are rooted in consent, and attendees are encouraged to communicate boundaries and ask for consent before engaging in any activity.

It is up to you to act with integrity with your boundaries, and the facilitators and assistants are here to support you in this.

What should I bring?

Pack for the spa, darling!! We recommend bringing a towel, a cosy robe for comfort, flip-flops, and a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the event.

We will not provide any of the above, so please come with everything that will make you feel comfortable.

What will the evening consist of?

The evening will involve connection games, encouraging participants to interact and build rapport. Following the games, attendees will have free time to connect at their own pace and in their own way, guided by their desires and boundaries. The event will have live music, snacks, and various sensory experiences to enjoy.

Should I eat prior to the event?

We recommend not eating heavily before the event to engage in the sensory experiences fully- but please do ensure you don't feel hungry. Snacks will be provided to keep you nourished. Please ensure you are well-hydrated throughout the evening.

Are there opportunities for solo/group experiences?

Yes, Queer Sensual Sauna offers a blend of solo and group experiences. You are encouraged to explore as you feel comfortable, whether that means connecting one-on-one, joining group activities, or taking moments for personal reflection.

Can I leave the event early if needed?

Absolutely. You have the freedom to exit the event at any time if you feel uncomfortable or wish to take a break. Your comfort and well-being are paramount, and we encourage you to prioritise self-care.

If you need to leave at any time, please inform the facilitators so we can ensure you are supported.

What about confidentiality?

Confidentiality is paramount for us, and we always aim to create a space where participants feel secure in sharing and exploring without fear of their experiences being disclosed outside of the event.

We discuss confidentiality at the beginning of the event and ask that all participants do not share the name or identity of anyone else at the event.

What about gender?

Queer Sensual saunas are a gender-celebrating and gender-affirming evening centring queer and trans joy, meaning all trans and queer bodies are welcome and celebrated. We know how scary it can be as a trans/GNC person to wear swimsuits/shorts, and we hope to make this a space where those worries can be quieter, even if just for an evening.

Please avoid making assumptions about gender and respect individuals' pronouns and identities; if you want to learn more about gender, you can do so here: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/understanding-gender-identities/

Our events do not aim to adhere to ‘gender balance’, and no activities will be based on ‘gender pairing.’

We invite sensuality, intimacy, and connection from a human need perspective to co-regulate through the presence of touch that goes beyond gender.

What are the temperatures of the spa areas?

The sauna temperature is typically maintained between 80-90 degrees Celsius, while the hot tub is around 38 degrees Celsius. We strive to ensure a comfortable and relaxing experience for all participants.

We offer a cold plunge experience with a temperature typically hovers around 8 degrees Celsius. It's a refreshing and invigorating option for those who wish to partake.

Who are the facilitators?

Aj England: Aj is a creative rebel, always charting her own unique path. With a rich and diverse background spanning many years, she has honed her expertise as a psychosynthesis counsellor, relationship and intimacy therapist, breathwork facilitator, conscious kink and urban tantra practitioner, and authentic relating facilitator. Aj's vast experience is coupled with an innate talent for putting people at ease, infusing depth, wisdom, and a delightful sense of playfulness into her therapeutic work.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Aj is passionate about nurturing a family within a Queer relationship, non-conforming household. She actively seeks to educate and inspire others about the rich tapestry of relationship styles that exist. She's embarking on a journey as an intimacy coordinator for television and film, aiming to bring more diversity and authenticity to on-screen intimacy scenes.

In addition to her therapeutic endeavours, Aj shares her insights through motivational talks and panel discussions. She draws from her personal experiences in conquering challenges, including overcoming cancer and other health conditions, all while wielding the transformative powers of love, surrender, and playful resilience. Aj's journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to living authentically and fearlessly.

Ria Hope: Ria is an award-nominated sexuality educator, conscious kink practitioner, intimacy enthusiast and general cheeky monkey. In 2018, Ria founded The Naked Sunhouse, a peer-led group designed to provide an accessible space for younger people to talk about sexuality.

Since then, Ria has been paving the way for accessible and down-to-earth information on sexuality and relating and hopes to use her work in this area as a tool for radical social change. She places activism and equality at the forefront of their work, believing that the crux of many issues in the modern world stems from a lack of education on sexuality, connection and relationships.

Ria hosts workshops in the UK and Europe as well as online workshops, 1-1 conscious kink sessions, energy work & healing touch, sex & relationship coaching and a good dollop of joy.

We hope these FAQs address your inquiries about our Queer Sensual Sauna event. If you have any further questions or require additional information, please reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming you to our inclusive and affirming space for a night of relaxation, presence, connection, and sensory delight.

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