Description
Playful Rhythms: A Somatic Journey into Sensual Connection
Sensual Touch Lab Series
Guest: David Bloom
Moving the World Inside and Out
What happens when we engage in sensual touch with another body, and our attention is not only on the body we are touching, but on our own body and the space around us? We will use tools from dance, somatic bodywork, and consent work to explore how we can touch another body with everything that is.
We will also engage with the question whether and how our personal pleasure can radiate outwards into the social and political spheres.
David Bloom is a choreographer, dancer, teacher, parent, filmmaker, bodyworker, pianist, and fermenting Jewish mystic. David has taught in many contexts, including HZT Berlin, Tanzfabrik Berlin, Tanzquartier Vienna, Human Architecture Lab St. Petersburg, K3 Hamburg, M.A. CoDE Frankfurt, Touch & Play Festival, Rietveld Academy for Fine Arts & Design in Amsterdam, & ImPulsTanz Festival in Vienna. Current PhD candidate at Zurich University of the Arts and Linz Arts University. More info at davidbloom.info
What is Sensual Touch Lab Series for GBTQ Men*?
Sensual Touch Lab Series for GBTQ Men* is a monthly workshop where we aim to create a space for sensual closeness and playful encounters. Embodied, somatic experiences that appreciate our full-bodied nature.
Using sensuality as an approach to explore new ways of dealing with our own fears or patterns related to nudity, intimacy, and touch. We invite you to explore, communicate, and possibly expand your personal boundaries within a framework of mutual respect and consent. This opens up the opportunity to experience the power of touch, sensation, and non-verbal interpersonal connection.
Each event will be a guided process, which will have a special touch depending on the theme and background of the facilitator*, whether it be bodywork and touch, somatics and intimacy, or something else. These short workshops may include nudity, partner exercises or close physical interactions.
Benefits:
• Creates meaningful connections within the GBTQ+ community through collective experiences.
• Combats feelings of isolation and loneliness.
• Promotes self-love and acceptance of one’s body and identity.
• Provides a safe, judgement-free space to explore personal boundaries.
• Contributes to overall well-being and supports the ability to build lasting relationships.
• Can serve as a healthy coping mechanism and reduce the risk of substance abuse.
General Information
• This format is for all queer men*/masculinities who wish to experience touch in a consensual, supportive atmosphere.
• Please prioritize personal hygiene.
• Please bring a sheet and a towel to cover pillows, mats, or massage tables.
• Depending on the needs of the group, we will speak German and/or English.
• This event is also available at a discounted member price but is not part of the two free monthly member events.
• Reduced admission is possible on written request to: .
