Qu’intimacy Lounge

About

A queer space for connection, community, sensuality and play. What is Qu’intimacy Lounge? Qu’intimacy Lounge is a space for queer connection, community and embodied exploration. It’s an intentional space to drop in, come into your body, and connect with yourself and with other people. Each gathering begins with a guided practice and a few connection games to help us arrive, get curious and create a shared space of presence, awareness and consent. From there, the structure opens up into free flow: an unstructured space where you can follow your curiosity and choose how you want to participate. Hang out, talk, dance, connect, take part in optional practices, or simply enjoy being around other people. There’s no expectation to participate in any particular way. You decide what you want to explore, what feels good for you, and how you want to spend your time. Each Lounge has a different theme or practice to explore together. This edition: Connected Touch For this edition, we’ll explore the giving and receiving of touch. We’ll explore what it means to really listen through touch: to communicate what feels good, what we want and what we don’t, and to experience being touched in the way we choose. We’ll explore both sides of the exchange: the experience of receiving touch that feels nourishing and wanted, and the experience of offering touch with presence, attention and care. There can be something beautiful about slowing down and becoming deeply attentive to another person’s experience, listening closely, staying curious and allowing their needs and boundaries to guide the interaction. The practices will be consensual, playful and exploratory, with plenty of space to discover your own preferences and boundaries. This is a sober space. Come as you are. Drop in, connect, follow your curiosity and see what unfolds. What to expect A queer event for women, non-binary, intersex, trans and gender-non-conforming people Games and connection An inclusive environment grounded in consent, curiosity and personal choice Guided practices and opportunities for embodied exploration Space to connect, communicate and explore at your own pace The evening begins with guided practices led by Alicia. The second part of the evening offers free-flow time for connection, conversation and integration. Bring your curiosity, creativity and consent skills. During the guided part we will explore ✨ Consent and boundaries 🌊 Guided practices involving touch ✨ Communication and listening 🌊 Body awareness and presence Who is it for? This is a queer-centred space for people of marginalised genders, including women, trans and non-binary people. 🛑 Cis men are asked not to attend. What to bring Wear something that helps you feel good — something that makes you feel confident, powerful, soft, comfortable, or all of the above Food for dinner / to share with the group if you wish Event details Date & Time: 11th December, 6:00pm–10:00pm Doors open at 5:45pm and close at 6pm. Please be on time. Solo or partnered: Singles, partners and groups are welcome. Everyone needs their own ticket. Location: Archway Access: Unfortunately, the venue is not wheelchair accessible this time. Cancellation policy Please note that all ticket sales are final. We do not offer refunds or exchanges unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to this policy. MORE INFO HERE: https://www.houseofcirce.com/quintimacylounge EMBODIED CONSENT WORKSHOP If you haven't attended a consent-focused workshop or event before, it is recommended that you attend the Embodied Consent workshop on 21st November if you can. More information: https://www.houseofcirce.com/embodiedconsent This is not compulsory, but it is recommended. A reduced price for both workshops will be offered when purchased together. For more information, please visit: www.houseofcirce.com Hosted by HOUSE OF CIRCE