Cuddle Community Half-day Retreat

Discover Connection, Relaxation, and a Warm Sense of Belonging

Join us for a transformative half-day retreat designed to nurture your mind, body, and soul through the healing power of platonic touch and connection. In a welcoming, judgement-free environment, we’ll explore the joy of giving and receiving nurturing touch.

$40 early bird, $50 regular price, $60 last minute (within 24 hours of event)

Use codes: GETCOZY1 for the early bird price (ends April 12th) and GETCOZY2 for the regular price (ends April 25 at 3pm).

What to Expect

This guided experience includes:

1. A Warm Welcome Circle to set intentions and create a sense of trust.
2. Relaxation Activities to ease into the space and embrace your awkward.
3. Communication Exercises to build confidence and clarity around expressing your needs.
4. Cuddle Etiquette Guidance to ensure every interaction is consensual, comfortable, and respectful. Gentle exercises help you tune into your body’s wisdom and prepare you for connection at your own pace. This includes exercises inspired by the work of Jean Franzblau, Dr. Betty Martin, UCLA Mindful, and other experts and community leaders.
5. Celebration of boundaries - whether it’s a “YES” or a “NO,” we honor and validate your choices. We even teach you how to respond with, “Thank you for taking care of yourself.”
6. Empowerment through experience - put all this into practice and enjoy mindful, heart-centered touch. There is no obligation or expectations, and you are free to participate as little or as much as you’d like.

Who Is This For?

Everyone is welcome—individuals, couples, and groups of all genders and orientations (ages 18 and up). Whether you come by yourself or with others, you’ll find a compassionate, inclusive space to connect and grow.

Benefits of the Retreat:

1. A profound sense of wellbeing and belonging
2. A boost in compassion, playfulness, and joy
3. Opportunities to deepen bonds with loved ones or forge new friendships
4. Physical benefits such as reduced blood pressure and better sleep
5. Increase oxytocin levels
6. Reduce feelings of loneliness
7. Enhance overall well-being
8. Build skills in setting and respecting boundaries

Why attend a Cuddle?

This retreat isn’t just about cuddling—it’s about building practical skills to use with others in your life. Discover the healing power of touch in a soulful, playful, and compassionate community. You’ll leave feeling relaxed, uplifted, and part of a warm, huggable tribe.

Let’s create memories, nurture our hearts, and build a community of support.

Setting & Accessibility

The workshop is held in a cozy, inviting space with pillows, mats, soft lighting, and a welcoming atmosphere. Most activities occur on floor cushions. There are steps and uneven surfaces in the space. A side entrance with no steps is available. The doorways to the restrooms and between rooms are not sized for mobility devices. No scented products will be used in the workshop space, but there may be such products in the restrooms. There may be service animals (dog) in the space. Music will be played, and will be paused when the facilitator is speaking. The capacity of the event is 30 people.

What to bring:

1. Items to help you feel grounded, such as a journal, comfortable clothing, a blanket, and water bottle (snacks & water will be provided)
2. A willingness to try something new — at your own pace
3. Many participants wear comfy clothing such as pajamas or sweats

Important notes:

1. Doors close 15 minutes after start time
2. This is a sober event
3. Arrive squeaky clean and avoid using perfumes and strong scents
4. Participation is always optional — your “NO” is celebrated here
5. Attendance is confidential unless permission is granted
6. Keep interactions Rated G and conversations G-PG-13

Online registration closes 24 hours before the event. To join, text Soul Vision Healing Center at 562-682-5556 to see if space is available. Once confirmed, you can purchase a ticket at the door.

About the Facilitators

CJ (she/her)

CJ is a dedicated health educator specializing in mind-body workshops and offering compassionate support

for individuals facing long-term illness, chronic pain, stress, and burnout. With a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, she brings over a decade of experience working at the Environmental Health Centers in USC’s Department of Preventive Medicine and has led trainings at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Her personal journey with chronic health conditions has profoundly shaped her perspective, fueling her passion to connect with others and foster spaces of healing and community care.

Connect: @ConnectionWellnessCJ