Cuddle Gathering : connection to self & to others

Wellbeing events: art, cuddle and consent, labyrinths, nature.

Life Spirals

Connect with yourself and community, relax and have fun! Touch is non-sexual, always consensual and never a requirement to participate.

Melbourne Shiatsu Fitzroy

Cuddle Events Melbourne

Cuddle, connection and consent with Cuddle Sanctuary certified cuddle event leader Tash. Located in Naarm, Melbourne.

Join me at monthly Cuddle Gatherings in Fitzroy. Bookings essential,  no tickets at the door. Thank you. This month we will spend some time focusing on practicing to ask for the touch that you desire. How to ask for a request, and how to respond to requests from others.Gift yourself time and space to relax and feel nurtured in a welcoming environment with a sweet group of people. All genders and orientations - individuals, groups and couples - are all welcome. Cuddling is a great cure for Mondayitis and a wonderful way to start the week.Cuddle events are guided social experiences that includes a welcome circle, easy relaxation activities, communication exercises and a description of cuddle etiquette. The event culminates in a "cuddle laboratory." Touch is non-sexual, always consensual and never a requirement to participate.Testimonial from a participant: "Amazing info about consent and clarity in explaining exercises."A﻿t the Cuddle Gatherings you may experience an increased sense of well-being and belonging, a boost in compassion and playfulness, a decrease in blood pressure and a better night's sleep.Cuddle Gatherings provide opportunities to meet new friends, connect with partners and pals in a soulful new way and be part of a warm, safe and huggable tribe.SCHEDULE6:15PM Arrive and get settled. Note: doors close at 6:40pm.6:30PM Opening Circle, relaxation activities, communication exercises, cuddle etiquette, cuddle laboratory8:15PM Closing CircleThis is a small group event with up to 10 participants.  There will be someone to greet you at the door to direct you upstairs and help orientate you to the workshop space.WHAT TO WEAR?Dress in clothes that are comfortable for snuggling. Soft, cozy pajamas, cotton t-shirts, trackpants, leggings are all welcome. Feel free to change clothes when you arrive. Hygiene is important at cuddles - be clean and fresh - it's easier to get close that way! Note: come free of perfumes, colognes, body spray, and cigarette smoke.GUIDELINESThese guidelines are like the “etiquette of cuddling." We’ll go over all of them and answer any questions you have during the event. Here are some important ones:<ul><li>Agree to confidentiality. You will not discuss or share anyone else’s experience with others. You may share your own experience.</li><li>This is a drug and alcohol free gathering. You need to arrive sober and maintain sobriety during the event. You may find yourself getting a natural high on oxytocin - often called the "hug hormone."</li><li>There’s no touch required, and you can change your mind at any time.</li><li>Respect the boundaries of others (ideally with enthusiasm).</li><li>This is a non-sexual event so all behaviours and speech need to keep in alignment with that.</li><li>Ask and Wait - if you want to touch someone, ask. Then wait for the answer.</li></ul>WHAT TO BRING?You are welcome to bring your own pillow if you prefer, and your water bottle. There are cushions provided.GETTING UP AND DOWNThe event space is covered with cushions on the floor and most of our exercises are on those cushions. Access to the venue is via stairs.A﻿GEFor ages18+yrs.Testimonial from a participant: "Felt so connected and relaxed. Really enjoyed it."A﻿BOUT YOUR FACILITATORN﻿atasha Hund is compassionate and empathetic. As a certified cuddle professional, holistic counsellor and play specialist she has experience in touch to nurture, to help with co-regulation and to give comfort. She values the importance of touch and enjoys creating relaxed and nurturing spaces. Natasha enjoys giving and receiving hugs!Natasha is a Certified Cuddle Event Leader, trained with Cuddle Sanctuary. She has also completed accredited trainings with Cuddle Therapy Australia and Cuddle Professionals International.<a href="https://lifespirals.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Life Spirals</a>

T﻿icketing T&CsCancellations up to 24hrs before the event start time will receive a full refund. There is a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. Events that have a closed door after 10 minutes from start time do not offer refunds to latecomers that are locked out and unable to attend the event.A﻿rrivalAttendees are expected to arrive 10-15 minutes before the event start time when doors open. This is to allow a timely start. For the events that contain group guidelines and agreements there is a shut door policy of the door closing 10 minutes into the event and latecomers will not be able to enter.A﻿ccessibilityThe event venue room is only accessible by stairwell, if this effects your ability to attend please contact the host to find possible accommodations.H﻿ealthAll attendees are required to be in good health without displaying signs and symptoms of illness (no runny noses, coughs, shivers, fevers, sore throats, sneezing). Attendees are expected to maintain good personal hygiene, and showering and freshening up before cuddle events is recommended.