SENSUAL EXPLORERS 2
—giving & receiving—
Sensual Explorers 2 is the next chapter in our series of guided sensory experiences with an edge.
These events are an opportunity to daringly explore our physicality, sensuality and desires within an open-hearted, open-minded platonic setting, free from judgment, expectations and outcomes.
We lovingly and innocently explore erotic energy in a nonsexual format.
This 2nd iteration isan evening built around one of the most profound dynamics in human connection: the art of giving, and the art of receiving.
Most of us have never truly learned how to do either. We give with conditions, we receive with awkwardness, soften our surrender with self-consciousness. This evening is an invitation to unlearn all of that.
The Theme: Surrender
What happens when you let go of control - fully, safely, in the presence of people who are entirely focused on your experience?
What happens when you become the one doing the focusing - when your entire attention, care and creativity is devoted to another person's pleasure and presence?
This is the territory we're exploring.
What to Expect
After an introduction on intentions, consent and boundaries, we'll guide you through a series of experiential stations and group exercises centred on the dynamics of giving and receiving - sensation, attention, touch, and presence. The initial exercises move fairly swiftly, gradually deepening a sense of safety & trust within our group before liberating more time as the groups settle into their rhythm and bonds.
The centrepiece of the evening is a light bondage experience: one person is restrained and held in a receptive state, while the rest of the group devotes themselves to creating a rich, layered sensory experience for them. This is an exercise in trust, attention, and the profound intimacy of being truly seen, held - and cared for.
Come explore:
The vulnerability and power of being the one who receives
The focus and care required to be a truly present giver
What surrender feels like when it is chosen, consensual, and held with intention
The charge that lives in the space between anticipation and sensation
The Essentials
All activities are guided, consensual, and optional. This is not a dating or hookup event - it is an exploration of self, sensation, and human connection in its most attentive form.
No nudity. No genital or breast touch. Boundaries are set, stated, reiterated and respected throughout. Whether you're a returning Sensual Explorer or joining us for the first time, the only qualification is curiosity and a willingness to show up openly.
Come ready to discover what lives on the other side of surrender.
What people said last time…
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"You created such a wonderfully delicious atmosphere of safety and intimacy (the perfect balance). I felt completely “held” in the space.” – Ira M
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"I want to say a huge thank you for last night. I was buzzing - in a strange, super-relaxed way for hours after and have woken up with those positive feelings continuing. I had no real idea what to expect of myself in that environment. I felt quite anxious at the start, but the way you built and cultivated the atmosphere and connections was just so so gorgeous. A really powerful evening." – Nils
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"The event really surpassed my expectations last night. I had such a fantastic time; felt so many sensations.." – Neffy
FACILITATORS
This session will be led by Alex Haw & Lauren Katalinich. Alex runs Fox&Badge and has spent his life exploring ways to connect & unleash people. Lauren co-directs Fox&Badge alongside her role as co-director of Psychedelic Society & cofounding a new network startup. They both love sensuality, expression, art, dance, authenticity and exploration, and believe in the power of the body to know and speak truths we don’t always listen to. This work builds upon our various Sensual Speed Dating workshops and our years of work as facilitators exploring the senses in workshops, festival tents and immersive interactions.