Dare to Date Differently for GBTQ+ Men
- Ages 18+
Spice up your dating life. Move beyond the temporal. Experience new connections and intimacy in this evening of tantric encounters ON A BOAT
Date and time
Location
W2
Great Western Studios London W2 United KingdomRefund Policy
Agenda
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Arrival and welcome with refreshments
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Intro and getting comfortable
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Connection and partner work
9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Chillout and connect
About this event
- Event lasts 4 hours
- Ages 18+
Welcome aboard the Floating Retreat - London's new sanctuary for spirituality, rated 5 out of 5 stars on Mister BnB as a unique and alternative guest house specialising in massage & yoga, workshops and events for gay, bisexual, queer & trans men. PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE IS A BOAT OPPOSITE THE ADDRESS LISTED HERE.
Here, my partner and I welcome you to a new evening of speed dating with a twist. It's more like slow dating; an experience of cultivating true presence and intimacy, without the kind of instant judgement you get at a regular speed dating event. Our methods are based on tantric philosophy, and you'll get to learn fun and practical skills, get creative, give and receive massage, and also enjoy food while meeting other men who are looking for love, pleasure, intimacy and friendship.
About tantra
You may have heard about tantra. It's become somewhat of a buzzword. You might have ideas about what tantra is; perhaps the word fills you with a sense of mystery, or excitement, or exoticism. You might have ideas about what it is through celebrities, or advertising, or through reading the Kama Sutra. Many people have the preconception that it's all about sex - which is a misconception, although tantra and sex to go very well together.
The style of tantra I teach is based simply upon the cultivation of presence and expanded awareness. I use various techniques involving the 5 senses, the breath, yoga and massage to harness the power of presence - something which can really enhance your experience of dating, bonding, playing and also being in a relationship.
About the event
It's a pilot event co-created betwen my partner, Ravi Rose and I, Phoenix Moon. We are a polyamorous couple who have set up this event out of a desire to bring something new and fresh to the age-old experience of dating and hooking up. We know the frustrations. It can feel harder than ever to find a true connection in an increasingly distracted world in which our relationships appear to get increasingly fleeting, conditional and complicated - so we want to bring it back to basics. This is about first, connecting to yourself, and then connecting to others. You will have the opportunity to connect with every man, to spend a little time together, and to engage in an activity like mutual massage or something creative like the crafting of an oil blend. The idea is to get you out of your mind, through your body and your senses, and into presence, where you can truly connect.
About the venue
It's a boat! You can check it out on here on Mister BnB https://www.misterbandb.com/rooms/950438
I am what's known as a continuous cruiser (no pun intended!) which means I move my boat every two weeks. So the location will be sent out about a week in advance of the event with the email address that you book with. If for whatever reason you don't recieve this please email me at phoenixmoontantra@gmail.com asking for the location, or with any other general enquiries you may have.
Frequently asked questions
Not necessarily, but you can be. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to connect with other people. It's recommended that you be honest with your intentions - if you are looking for a relationship, disclose that, if you are just looking for a play mate or for friendship, disclose that.
Whilst sexual energy may arise as it often does, this is not an orgy, or a play party (these do exist - I can recommend a very good one that my friend is hosting if that's what you’re after). It's more sensual, involving massage elements, assisted stretches, intimacy beyond sex & general tactility.
There is no requirement to be fully naked, however we will be giving and receiving massage. If you do wish to get fully naked and feel comfortable to do so - also not a problem.
It's advised you check in with yourself around certain things like "How willing am I to step outside of my comfort zone?", "Am I ok with other men expressing themselves through nudity?" before booking however if discomfort arises unexpectedly, we are here to talk and support.