Question 1

Who is CLOSER for? Is 5Rhythms or other previous experience necessary?

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No previous experience necessary. All CLOSER events are open to everyone curious about their relationship to sexuality, eroticism and sensuality. Whether you are comfortable and familiar with these topics, or exploring them for the first time, you are welcome to join us. We will work with each person’s boundaries and experiences for each event. At no point during any event will there be mandatory exercises. Please be aware that since CLOSER explores the topic of eroticism – there will be invitations for nakedness (although it is not required) and touch, therefore, we request that all participants have some comfort being in a room with naked bodies.

Question 2

What is Sexological Bodywork?

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Sexological Bodywork is a holistic approach to sexual well-being and exploration that combines body awareness, mindfulness, and therapeutic techniques. This practice focuses on addressing a wide range of issues such as intimacy challenges, sexual dysfunction, communication barriers, and enhancing pleasure. Through guided sessions and personalized techniques, sexological bodywork aims to promote body confidence, improve sexual functioning, and cultivate a deeper understanding of one's own desires and boundaries. By integrating touch, breath, and communication, individuals can embark on a transformative journey towards unlocking their full sensual potential and fostering a more fulfilling and empowered connection with their bodies and partners. Markus, co-creator and co-facilitator of Project CLOSER, is a certified Sexological Bodyworker from the IISB, Zurich.

Question 3

What is 5Rhythms Dance?

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5Rhythms is an expressive movement practice founded by Gabrielle Roth in the late 1960s that offers a unique approach to self-discovery and personal growth. It encompasses a series of five rhythms—Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness—that guides participants through a dynamic exploration of emotions, energy, and creativity. 5Rhythms is more than just dance; it's a meditation in motion, fostering mindfulness, body awareness, and emotional release. 5Rhythms is considered an embodiment practice as the more often participants dance it, the easier and faster they are able to enhance their emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Through its open structure where no particular steps or moves are required, 5Rhythms is a gateway for personal liberation, empowerment and authentic self-expression. Samar Linn, co-creator and guide of Project CLOSER, is a certified 5Rhythms teacher and holds weekly dance classes in Berlin. You may find more information about 5Rhythms Dance here. You may read about 5Rhythmen Tanz auf Deutsch here.

Question 4

What is the difference between CLOSER, tantric workshops and sex-positive events?

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CLOSER is a unique and signature combination of somatic movement, dance, sensual exploration, emotional understanding and creativity. These events create opportunities for participants to arrive at personal answers to questions on the topics of eroticism, sensuality, sexuality and implications on daily life. Far from being a prescriptive model, project CLOSER provides an invitation for and celebration of individual values, needs and philosophies. At each event, participants are offered methods to first connect to the self including emotions, bodily sensations and even thoughts. From this place, there are methods of optional connection to others. We use a holistic set of methods that are not limited to sexuality as eroticism permeates all areas of our lives. At a CLOSER event, you're likely to experience: 5Rhythms Dance, Sexological Bodywork, Expressive Arts, Ritual Theater, Writing, Sharing. Traditional tantric workshops typically focus on a spiritual philosophy as an entry into sexuality and use meditation, breath work, and physical intimacy. The Tantric path often encourages tantric participants to follow a specific spiritual philosophy and may, or may not, include ample time for self connection first. Sex-positive events usually focus on explicit physical touch with specific techniques. Many times these events are more focused sex-oriented, genital touch, where alternative techniques may, or may not, be offered.

Question 5

Do I need to get naked?

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No, there will be no requirements to get naked. However, there will be an invitation for nakedness, therefore, please be aware others might be naked around you. In all activities with others, we will pair or group people according to their comfort levels. We encourage everyone to find their comfortable edge at these events, and are available throughout for support.

Question 6

Will there be touch?

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For some exercises, touch will be invited. However, there will be no requirement for touch and there will always be alternative options. In all activities with others, we will pair or group people according to their comfort levels. We encourage everyone to find their comfortable edge at these events, and are available throughout for support.

Question 7

Can we attend CLOSER events as a couple or multi-partnership?

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Yes, you are welcome to join us as a couple or multi-partnership. There is often a partnership discount available for events. You are encouraged to decide, within your partnership, how you would like to join touch or massage style exercises (either together or as part of the larger group). For non-touch sharing (e.g. talking), we encourage you to participate with the whole group. Whatever you decide is welcome. We just ask that you communicate these needs and boundaries with us so we may best support you during our time together.

Question 8

Where do CLOSER events take place?

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Most events take place in and around Berlin, Germany. project CLOSER also runs events exploring sensuality, sexuality, eroticism and 5 Rhythms dance in New York, London as well as in Europe such as in Poland and Switzerland. Please get in touch with us if you’d like us to bring project CLOSER, erotic and / or 5Rhythms dance events to your city.

Question 9

Are there online CLOSER events?

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No, we don’t currently offer online events or workshops. Please get in touch with us if you’d like us to bring project CLOSER, erotic and / or 5Rhythms dance events to your city.

Samar Linn

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