Cuddle Party

WHAT IS CUDDLE PARTY®? (From CuddleParty.com)

Cuddle Party® is … a workshop!

Though touch is natural, the skills that make it welcome and enjoyable should be learned. The skills of communication, boundary setting, asking for what you want, and saying ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ with clarity and kindness are practiced.

Cuddle Party® is led by trained and certified Cuddle Party® Facilitators. That’s me, Amanda. This workshop is to guide you into those skills gently and easily, in a fun, safe and light hearted, nurturing way. It is to welcome you and create an atmosphere of respect, and remain available for questions and support.

At a Cuddle Party® you gain:

* Clarity and confidence

* Boundary and communication skills

* Comfort, support and encouragement.

• All gender identities, lifestyles and ethnicities are welcome.

The cost of this event is $40 with sliding scale if you are in need just reach out to me with questions. I am also offering 4 early bird tickets for $30 each. The value of this event is well worth it. Learning to communicate is helpful in any relationship. The tickets are non refundable unless you attend the whole welcome circle and decide that this isn’t the event for you. The event is held at my home in a room set up behind my garage detached from the house. There are 2 steps up to get into the main house to use the restroom. I also have cats in my home that I lock up when people are here but they do not go into the cuddle space. This is their home and they welcome you to come and join if you can.

ETIQUETTE

• Arrive on time: once we begin the Welcome Circle Cuddle orientation, the doors will close and no one else will be admitted. This creates comfort and accountability by ensuring that everyone has heard the rules and expectations and has agreed to them.
• What to wear: Comfy G rated clothes.  What to bring: Just you and any munchies you want to snack on and water in a closed container. 
• Scents can make small spaces feel even smaller. Please refrain from wearing fragrances, or other strong scents (soaps, powders). 

EVENT ITINERARY

Friday November 22, 2024. 5:00pm- 9:00pm please arrive no later than 5:15pm for safe space creation.)

• 5:00-5:15pm meet and Greet - Cuddlers arrive, check in and get comfy.

• 5:15-6:15 Welcome Circle/Initial Ice Breakers - You must be present through the entire welcome circle to participate.

• 6:15pm- 8:45 pm Transition Exercises to Open Cuddle Time - Freestyle consent aware cuddling or socializing.

• 8:45-9:00pm Closing Circle - Coming together for gratitudes, closure, and goodbyes.

CLASSIC CUDDLE PARTY® RULES

1. [Clothes] stay on the whole time
2. You don't have to touch anyone at a Cuddle Party® ever.
3. You must ask permission and receive a verbal YES before you touch anyone.
4. If you are a yes, say YES. If you are a no, say NO.
5. If you are a maybe, say NO,
6. You are encouraged to change your mind.
7. Respect your relationship agreements and communicate with your partner.
8. Get a facilitator if you have a question, concern, or need assistance.
9. Tears and laughter are both welcome.
10. Respect people's privacy when sharing about Cuddle Party® [style events.]
11. Keep the cuddle space tidy.

VALUABLE INFO FOR PEOPLE WHO MIGHT BE NEW TO THE CUDDLE PARTY® VIBE

If you are new to Cuddle Parties, the following information can provide many answers for you.

* The secrets to welcome, relaxed, non-sexual touch

The skills you learn at Cuddle Party® translate into everyday life, right from the start. When boundaries and consent are clear, every relationship is easier.