Come practice the art of being and staying — with yourself, with others, with life.

Loving presence is the foundation of intimacy. It’s what allows us to truly meet ourselves and others — not as an idea of who we think we or others are, but in felt experience. And yet, in a world with greater and greater levels of distraction and disconnection, presence isn’t always easy. It must be practiced.

This offering is an invitation to step out of the world of sound bites and strengthen your presence like a muscle — with care, compassion, and curiosity. Through a series of guided exercises, first with self and then with others, we’ll explore what it means to stay with sensation, emotion, and connection. We’ll notice the moments we tend to pull away, and gently practice staying, opening, and softening.

Some exercises will include touch, but all participants are sovereign and encouraged to honor their boundaries. You are always welcome to sit in silence with a partner if that’s what feels most supportive.

When you’re fully present, your presence becomes magnetic — grounded, alive, and deeply intimate. This practice nourishes your relationship with yourself and makes you more available for authentic connection with others.

This space is open to all bodies, identities, and expressions — inclusive of all genders, sexualities, and BIPOC.

This is a brave and intentional space for embodied connection, where respect and consent are central.

At different points in the evening, you’ll be invited into partnered exercises with other participants, regardless of gender expression. While the flow of eros is welcome and sensuality is explored, this is not a sexual event and there is no nudity.