Cuddle Party! - A Warm Evening of Connection, Cuddles, and Consent!

A workshop on Consent and Communication, cleverly disguised as a Pajama Party Have recent events left you feeling deprived of opportunities for touch? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, isolated, or alone? Have you ever said yes when you really wanted to say no? Do you struggle to ask for what you really want? If any of this sounds like you or you are just curious then you are invited to pack your PJs, your favorite pillow, and a healthy snack to share and give yourself the gift of a Cuddle Party. 👇 Cuddle Party in the Press What to Expect The first hour will be a workshop on consent and communication. We will discuss the rules of cuddling, play games, and practice saying Yes and No. This will include an opportunity to state boundaries and set intentions. In the second part we will open the space to "Freestyle" cuddling. Here you will be invited to explore with your fellow Cuddle Monsters and practice the skills you learned during the workshop. You will have a safe space to ask for what you want and negotiate with others to find connection that is mutually supportive. Possibilities Include: • Massages • Head Scratching • Spooning • Watching/observing • Saying "No" to everything • Talking • Dancing • Holding hands • Napping • Hugs • Reading a book Conscious, consensual, non-sexual touch possibilities are endless. You can expect to experience a deeper sense of connection that can sometimes lead to new friendship, personal insights/awareness, feelings of belonging, tears or laughter. Why should women attend? • Experience a safe, structured space with clear boundaries and guidelines • Relax and explore your connection desires without pressure • Practice saying yes and no with confidence • Overcome fears around intimacy and connection • Improve your receptivity and communication skills Why should men attend? • Learn to become more attuned and present in your connection skills • Practice making polite, respectful asks that open people up to connect • Build confidence in approaching and engaging with others What to Bring • Bring your curiosity, playfulness, and sense of adventure. • Please wear clothing that is cozy, clean, comfy, and helps you feel relaxed. There will be space to change when you arrive. • You are encouraged to bring your favorite pillow or blanket. Stuffed animals are also very welcome. • There will be some light snacks provided. Please consider bringing something to share. PLEASE BE PROMPT Doors will open at 6:30pm. Doors will be closed at 7pm and the welcome circle will begin. No one will be admitted after the doors have closed. We will have a closing circle at 9:45pm and the event will end at 10pm. Please check your Eventbrite confirmation email for additional IMPORTANT details after registering. Questions or inquiries? Email [email protected] Tickets Please purchase tickets to guarantee your spot. There are multiple price points. If you choose to pay at the door you may be turned away if the event is full. If you desire to come but do not have the funds, please contact me. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. The address is our private space in Tribeca and will be sent to you upon ticket purchase in your confirmation email. Refund requests will be honored in full if made 24hrs in advance of the event. Additionally, refunds will be issued for anyone who cannot attend because they tested positive for covid or are not feeling well. No refunds will be issued for no call/no show. THIS EVENT IS NON-SEXUAL, DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE, AND LIMITED TO PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE 18+ You can find out more about the event/organization here at cuddleparty.com Covid Protocol If you test positive or are not feeling well, please stay home. Your ticket will be refunded in full if you must cancel due to illness or exposure. Masks will not be required but anyone's choice to wear one will be honored without question. About Cuddle Party *Cuddle Party is an official event by Cuddle Party, INC and is being presented by The Tantra Institute at our venue. Sold out? Can't make it? See other dates: • Fri, Jun 19 - New York • Thu, Jul 23 - New York • Fri, Aug 14 - New York • Thu, Sep 17 - New York See all our events in all cities Subscribe for event updates and insider discounts ***PLEASE NOTE: These events do fill up fast and do sell out every time. Make sure to get your ticket in advance as we sadly had to turn away several people at the door last time due to capacity.*** Meet Your Facilitator: Maya Kova Maya is a Certified Tantra Speed Date® Facilitator & Cuddle Party Facilitator Maya Kova has been studying modalities of conscious living & loving for the past 12 years, diving into the spiritual, emotional, sensual, and mental aspects of The Self. She is certified in Applied Positive Psychology, a Certified Tantra Educator, and trained in kundalini yoga, energy work, D/S arts and shamanism. Contact: [email protected] FAQ Learn How it Works WHAT IS A CUDDLE PARTY? Cuddle Party is a new kind of workshop/social event, that creates a safe place to give and receive touch in a fun and affectionate setting. Cuddle Party lets you: * Learn clear and easy communication skills * Set limits simply and straightforwardly * Give and receive enjoyable touch in a safe setting, where your boundaries are respected. You can come to a Cuddle Party to meet new people, to enjoy amazing conversations, to touch, to be touched, to have fun, to practice asking for what you want, to practice saying “no” to what you don’t want — all in a setting structured to be a safe place for exploration and enjoyment. Shucks, you can even come to a Cuddle Party just to cuddle! Cuddle Party is a platonic event! It’s not a hook-up or dating scene. It’s common to make new friends, and occasionally people have met dating partners, but mostly it’s about friendship and learning nurturing touch. Many Cuddle Parties have an approximate balance of genders. Sometimes we host parties for particular groups, like women only, or seniors, or singles. We ask for a donation or charge a modest fee to cover expenses. Adults only (18 and up). The ability to negotiate conscious consent is a fundamental value at Cuddle Party. We ask that you refrain from alcohol and all other mind-altering substances before attending a Cuddle Party. WHAT HAPPENS AT A CUDDLE PARTY? First, everyone arrives on time and changes into pajamas or other comfy clothes. Next, a trained facilitator gently leads you and the other guests through a Welcome Circle and orientation, where you’ll learn to make easy, respectful requests and communicate clear boundaries, and where we’ll go over the simple rules. Everyone agrees to the Cuddle Party Rules, which include: * Pajamas stay on the whole time. * Ask for what you want and get a verbal “yes” before proceeding. * You don’t have to cuddle anyone you don’t want to, or anyone at all, ever. * You are free to leave at any time. Then, you’ll have a couple of hours for free-style cuddle time – to relax, chat, cuddle, have a snack, or just hang out. Typically, people enjoy foot-rubs, back rubs, spooning, nuzzling, and just generally snuggling up together. Some people like to settle in for a period of time, others like to try shorter times with a variety of people.