Join us on an experiential journey of playful intimacy & authentic connection. As social creatures, connecting & relating to other humans is wired in our biology. Our relationships can offer some of the most potent mirrors into our deepest, innermost layers and can inform us of who we are & parts of ourselves that may need some tending to.

With an intentionally curated blend of practices, we will co-create a container to explore your connection to Self & other through consent, breath, authentic relating, touch, & basic rope play.

Participants will be somatically guided through boundary & consent practices to build clarity, agency, & trust. Tantric breathwork will help cultivate embodied awareness & energetic exchange, & authentic relating games offer a playful yet profound way to practice honesty, curiosity, & emotional attunement. Intentional touch by way of a guided massage flow, along with an introductory one-rope technique will allow participants to explore sensation, trust, power dynamics, communication, creativity, & play in an embodied & respectful way.

This workshop emphasizes how to stay connected to your center while being in relationship with another, listening deeply to your body, and honoring both your yes & your no. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, deeper intimacy skills, or a more authentic way of connecting, this space is designed to support you in meeting yourself & others with honesty, play, & integrity.

Come with a friend, a lover, or solo & we will pair you with someone new! No prior experience with rope, tantra, or intimacy practices is required–only a willingness to be present, curious, & respectful of yourself & others.

We will have a couple of short breaks. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water & any snacks you may desire to have on hand. We will provide rope, though if you have your own that you would like to bring, you may do so!

You may pay online with a credit card or if you wish to bypass service fees, you can Venmo @ayeshahaskell. Please annotate Tenderness and Tension in Venmo description.