Latihan & Temple Party
WHAT IS A TEMPLE PARTY?
In short, it is whatever it means to you. We attach the word ‘sacred’ to any practice, experience, or way-of-being that slows us down and deepens our experience of being alive.
Participation with a capital “P” can mean many things and voyeurs are as warmly welcomed as the most actively engaged. It’s a sensual space where participants are encouraged to explore themselves and others in ways that are stimulating, nurturing, exciting, safe and FUN!
This is the party you want to come to if you’ve never been AND this is the party you want to come to if you want to experience how to take generating safe play space for you and your loved ones to the next level.
We will start the night with Latihan, a movement meditation exploring the five senses.
After Latihan...let us lead you through a welcome circle where a room of strangers slowly opens up and winds up on the same page, having the opportunity to be seen, heard, and understood in ways maybe you have never even imagined!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
You are sensually and emotionally savvy enough to play nicely with others. You’re a good sharer, you take good care of your toys and you use your words. 🙂 You are somebody who knows your own wants and boundaries and can communicate them clearly… and/or you’re someone willing to work and explore these areas for your own growth and enjoyment! You treat yourself and others with respect and kindness.
If you’re reading this, thinking, “I would love to come, but I don’t want to play,” PLEASE COME and enjoy the pressure-free company of like-minded individuals and exit whenever you wish.
Really. There will be no pressure for you to do ANY activity at this party at any time.
My biggest request is that you come with a fun-loving, warm, caring, open-minded, generous, thoughtful, compassionate, non-judgmental attitude and that you conduct yourself with the highest level of integrity possible .This will be a very chill, fun, playful event. Come relax. Come smooch. Come play. Come watch.
All genders, bodies, and orientations welcome. Come as you are and have a great time!
We especially welcome trans, queer and other folks living anywhere within the spectrum – we recognize how hetero-normative spaces can be and aim to challenge this through our conversations and actions…
TIME
Doors open at 6:30 PM and CLOSE AT 7:00 PM. BE ON TIME as it is essential to have everyone present for the opening circle. There will not be anyone admitted after the doors are closed to preserve the safety of our space. The Welcome Circle is what we use to introduce ourselves to one another, craft meaningful conversations, share any boundaries and relationship agreements people should know about and get all comfy and ready to play.
WHAT TO BRING
Whatever food and drink you might want for the evening. No drugs or alcohol please. We like our attendees to be present and capable of connection. Bring whatever clothing you’d like to don and lounge in while we frolic or just throw on your regular weekend clothes for relaxation. Bring along whatever toys or accessories you feel comfortable sharing with select individuals and whatever protection makes you feel safe, whatever you might be needing to create that perfect evening. Oh, and of course, please bring a Playful attitude and an open heart and mind.
COST:
$60 single female
$120 single male
$160 couple
We have a few sliding scale and scholarship tickets available if needed.
Specific address will be given in a welcome email upon pre-registration.
ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR:
Dr. Erin Elliott
Dr. Elliott has been a Health and Wellness Coach for over 20 years working with thousands of individuals on how to create healthier, more vibrant lifestyles through behavior modification and empowerment. She has used her knowledge of the physical body as a segway into mastering the metaphysical and spiritual. Erin is a 300-hour certified yoga instructor, a graduate from the VITA Institute of Tantra with Layla Martin, an ISTA Graduate, and has studied under some of the most well-known Tantra practitioners. She is currently working on her PhD in Clinical Sexology. She is a published author, motivational speaker, and works with individuals and couples in Tantric and Shamanic spaces. Erin also leads some of the most profound meditations experienced in group spaces. Her gifts are leadership, teaching including the ability to explain the mystical and philosophical to all levels of learning, and holding space for others to move through growth edges for lasting transformation and permanent change.