Touch Lab — Frequently Asked Questions

 

A lot of people are curious about this space… and also have questions.

 

So let’s address the most common ones.

 

Is this just for men?

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No.

However, research shows that men are more likely to be touch deprived and experience higher levels of loneliness, often receiving significantly less non-sexual, nurturing touch than women.

So it makes sense that more men may be drawn to this.

That said…

Nervous systems are not gendered.

Every human body needs safe, regulated, consensual touch.

 

But women get touched all the time…

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Yes — and often not in ways that feel safe or consensual.

This space is different.

Here, you receive exactly what you ask for:

• No more

• No less

That level of clarity is rare — and incredibly powerful.

 

What actually happens in the session?

This is a structured, guided experience.

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You’ll learn:

• How to ask clearly

• How to give precisely

• How to negotiate boundaries

• How to stay present in your body

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This is somatic work.

We are working with the nervous system — not performance.

 

What if I don’t want to do something?

You don’t have to.

That’s consent.

You are always in control of your experience.

At the same time, we support safe exploration.

For example:

You may not want someone touching your face — that’s completely valid.

But instead of shutting down interaction entirely, we may explore alternatives such as:

• Sitting back-to-back

• Leaning into each other

• Finding a version that feels safe and acceptable

This is how trust is built.

 

Is this a dating event?

No.

This is NOT a dating event.

 

Is this a service?

No.

This is NOT a service.

There is no exchange or expectation of touch.

This is a guided, shared learning environment.

 

Is it sexual?

No.

• Fully clothed

• Non-intimate touch only

• Clear boundaries at all times

 

How do I know it’s safe?

This space is structured and facilitated.

I personally ensure that:

• Only people with genuine, respectful intentions attend

• Any inappropriate behaviour is addressed immediately

There is zero tolerance for boundary violations.

 

What’s the point of all this?

Many people are living without something fundamental:

Safe, regulated, human touch.

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This space supports:

• Communication

• Boundary setting

• Negotiation

• Consent

• Connection

And over time:

• Trust

• Truth

• Real intimacy

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I am attending with my partner, can we stay together?

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You will both certainly be in the same space, however each station will operate in triads with one person moving on, so at some point you will both be at the same station.  This is an individual exercise that will bring great learning you can both practice and have fun with later. We have discussions prior about consent, boundaries and ways you and your partner can gain the most from this experience whilst staying within your relationship boundaries. 

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I am a Massage Therapist, can I come along to massage?

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​​You are welcome to attend,  however  we do ask that participants leave their primary modalities at the door step, even though we are sure you are amazing at it,  that is not what this practice is about.  This is a different concept.  It is not necessarily passive receiving (like a regular massage).  Whilst this may include a hint of massage (only if requested).  This is a different concept entirely.  Please come along & have fun but leave your professional gifts at home and open the way for something different.

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Still unsure?

You don’t need to be ready.

You just need to be willing to explore.

That’s where it starts.

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Don't want to work in a group setting?  Book a 1:1 session instead..

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