Concept
Concept- What is a “tantra”? Tantra is an ancient Indian discipline that uses the healing power of touch to balance your body and mind. It works miracles to unblock emotional issues and insecurities, as any attendant to our previous workshops will tell you.
- Is any previous knowledge necessary? No. All tantra workshops will be taught at an introductory level
- Is there any physical requirement for yoga or other exercises? Not really. Any man able to get up from the floor, climb a regular stair and stretch a little bit qualifies for the workshops. The premises are not fully accessible for people with reduced mobility because of the rural nature of the original countryhouse (sorry for that).
Guests
Guests- Is this just for bears? No, but it is men-only and you should be at least comfortable in the company of gay bears. Chasers and admirers are of course very welcome, as in any Bear Carnival event.
- Is this just for vegetarians? No. Actually, we ask vegetarians and vegans to state their diet at booking time. You will not be hungry no matter your food preference. However, you will also discover how easy, healthy and tasty can a vegan-friendly dinner be!
- Can I ask for a special diet because of my allergies? Yes, of course. It’s essential that you inform us at booking time using the remarks field. Please note people with severe intolerance to gluten should not attend the retreat, as Aya House only has one kitchen so traces of gluten could be unavoidable.
Your time here
Your time here- Is nudity compulsory? No. You can wear whatever suits you, from a light sarong to comfy sports kit. However, most if not all visitors to Aya House usually choose to go naked after few hours in the premises.
- Is this basically a sex event? No, this is not a sex event per se. But of course, sex could be be part of your experience if you enjoy some mutual attraction from other guests, as would happen in any holiday surrounded with such freedom. However, we do encourage visitors to practise and share a more fulfilling type of tactile communication and eroticism, as learnt in the workshops. For this, an indoor group play area with beds will be open.
- Is attendance to all workshops compulsory? No. You can spend your holiday time as you wish.
- Can I leave the house if I need to? Of course. You can call a taxi and you will be in Maspalomas in 10 minutes.
- Can I take photos? Due to the clothing optional and discreet nature of this event, photography in general is discouraged. Given the case, anyone taking a picture should ask for permission from everybody around.
🚌 Transportation to Aya House
- How does free transport work? Pick up time will be 30 minutes before the event. Location will be confirmed by e-mail, but it would be either Yumbo’s main entrance (parking lot at Avenida de España) or Holiday World‘s main door (Avenida Finnair). On our way back, we will do our best to take you to the centre of the resort, but we could be limited by traffic and road closures during carnival.
- How much would a taxi cost? From Maspalomas, around 20-25 €. From the airport: 55/60 € (regular daytime fee).
- Can I rent a car and get there? Yes, but please let us know first to properly plan for your parking space.
🛏️ Accommodation at Aya House
- Will I be forced to share my space with a stranger? Not if you book a single occupancy room. Quite likely if you travel solo and book for a double or group room. Please note most rural retreats around the World are based on some degree of shared intimacy, and do not even offer any sort of “single occupancy” bookings or private bathrooms. But we do!
- Can I request not to share a double/group room with a heavy snorer? All heavy snorers and loud CPAP users are kindly asked to book a single room, or at least share a room only with men they already know.
What should I bring?
What should I bring?All materials for the tantra sessions are included in the price, but we kindly ask you to bring the following personal items:
- A sarong / small towel / lightweight short for coverage for when you want to be covered
- A beach towel
- Sun hat and sun blocker
- Any item you may need for sexual hygiene
- [Bear Wellness retreat only] A journal and pen, and warmer clothes for the evening
❓About us
- Who’s behind this event? It’s a team effort. Bear Carnival designed the event concept and manages the advertising, bookings and customer care. Aya House is responsible for the premises, insurance and all on-site services. Patrick Emmanuel and Jesee Elkins are experienced therapists coming from Germany and the USA respectively. They both are the actual facilitators of The Tantra Sessions. Read our “Team” page for more information and contact details.
- What about safety? Aya House is a registered business and it is covered by an civil liability insurance. Any sort of drug or alcohol intoxication is not permitted. Maspalomas Public Health Centre is less than 8 km away from Aya House. All guests are required to declare any respiratory or contagious desease before the event starts, so we can take appropiate hygienic measures.
💸 Can I ask for a refund?
Yes, but only in you have access to your ticket, and one of these cases apply: event postponing / cancellation, official weather alert stopping guests from accessing, or travel restrictions from / to your country. A cancellation fee of 15 € per order may apply, just to cover the expenses of the administration and the payment gateway. Otherwise, all sales are final; situations such as personal problems, a change of mind or disagreeable weather forecast should be covered by an inexpensive travel insurance you can get anywhere.
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