What we’re about
A series of workshops for Gay, Bi, Trans and Queer men exploring the healing, empowering and nourishing effects of heart-centred, conscious touch. Some workshops will focus on different types of hugs and cuddles, others will be more shiatsu-massage based.
See individual upcoming events for more detail.
You don't have to bring a partner.
You will remain fully clothed so please wear warm, loose, comfortable clothing.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- TRE® (tension and trauma release exercises) with Andy19 Greek St, London£12.00
TRE® is a set of simple, safe exercises that enable the body to access and release deep tension, stress and trauma patterns from the body.
The exercises safely activate the natural and innate reflex of vibrating/tremoring/shaking in the muscles to release tension and calm the nervous system.
When this movement happens in a safe and controlled environment, the body can find its way back into balance.
TRE®’s muscle vibrations and shakes generally feel pleasurable and soothing. After doing TRE®, many people report feelings of peace and well-being.
TRE® is a self-help tool that can be used as needed throughout life, continuously supporting and promoting health and wellbeing.
Please bring a rolled up towel and bottle of water.
Please note this is a ticketed event and is available to gay, bi, queer men and their friends.
Andy Butterfield has been working with the body in the support of his clients health and wellbeing for over 15 years. His tools include shiatsu, meditation, reiki, yoga, tantra, somatic movement therapy and trauma coaching and recovery.More information is available at http://andybutterfield.com
- Naked Tantra Yoga and Bodywork for Men with Andy Butterfield19 Greek St, London£20.00
In this two hour class designed for working in pairs and threes, Andy offers a mindful, consent-oriented class, rich with opportunities to connect to others in partner yoga, shiatsu massage, breathwork, and sensual (but not sexual) touch and massage. You don't need to bring a partner, you will be partnered up with people in the class.
***This class takes place on the first and last class of each month; the other Wednesday classes in the month include partner work and a solo yin yang yoga practice. ***
It will help if you have had some experience of yoga but the class is open to all levels.
Some spare mats are available but please bring your own if possible. A towel and bottle of water is also a good idea. Please don't arrive before 6.40pm and late arrivals (from 7pm) regretfully cannot be admitted. You must book in advance via this link:
A reduced price is available for an assistant ticket. See booking for details.
Classes usually sell out so please book by Tuesday to avoid the waiting list. The RSVP list here on Meetup does not accurately reflect attendance. - Deepening Tantric Connection19 Greek St, London£45.00
This workshop is available to those who have attended the foundational workshop Discovering Tantric Connection
In this new series of workshops, we explore a different theme in each session to awaken you more to your authentic gifts, power and nature. We will use breath, movement, sound, touch, massage and meditation to awaken potent lifeforce energies and expand them through the body to nourish, resource, heal and expand. Click here for more details and to book.
Tantra brings us into relationship with others and we become each other’s mirrors, teachers, guides and gifts. When safe, relaxed and listened to, the heart opens and can truly know itself as boundless in its capacity for compassion, generosity, wisdom and love.
***‘Our real journey in life is interior; it is a matter of growth, deepening, and of an ever greater surrender to the creative action of love and grace in our hearts.’ Thomas Merton ***
This workshop is for you if:
- You are curious about understanding more about Tantra
- You want to feel deeply connected to your body
- You are working on healing from negative experiences regarding your sexuality
- You want to become more mindful and more present
- You are looking to break out of patterns that no longer serve you
- You want more intimacy
- You are interested in working with energy
- You are interested in better sex, with yourself and with others
- You want to integrate sexuality with spiritualityPlease note that as a group, we commit to holding a safe, boundaried and respectful space. You need to be able to sit and kneel in comfort.
Tickets are £55 (or £45 early bird) and must be booked in advance via the link. Reduced price assistant tickets might also be available. Please contact the organiser.
https://www.outsavvy.com/event/10812/deepening-tantric-connection-with-andy