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Sensual Massage Play Parties 2026

Now taking bookings for

Couples - 31st January, 8th March, 9th May, 4th July.

Singles Play Party - 14th February.

The perfect afternoon occasion for couples to enjoy the company of like-minded couples to talk, touch, and tease for a few hours away

The Sensual Massage Play Party is an extraordinary and intimate event designed for those eager to explore the art of sensual touch and erotic foreplay in a sophisticated, welcoming atmosphere. This unique event brings together like-minded couples to connect, exchange experiences, and deepen their sensual skills in a safe and inviting space.

For those new to sensual exploration, the event offers a relaxed, no-pressure environment where you can simply chat, observe, or get involved at a pace that feels comfortable for you. It's the perfect setting to dip your toes into a world of erotic discovery without any expectations. Click here to learn more

Sensual Connect Social Meet Up

Thursday, January 15th 2026

6.30 pm to 9.30 pm

This is a social event for members of Sensual Connect and clients of Intimacy Matters, and others who enjoy the company of like-minded adults.

Held at the Knox Bar in Sloane Square Chelsea, London

Ticket £15 per person includes a drink on arrival and live entertainment - Click here

The Knox Bar is a newly opened 70’s, 80’s, 90’s Speakeasy hidden beneath a historic Chelsea Hotel 

Sloane Square Hotel is a long-established institution in Chelsea. The property has been in operation for over 100 years and has hosted numerous stars, including the Beatles in the 60s, Prince William in the 90s, and now Sensual Connect in 2025.

Everyone is welcome if you have a connection to Intimacy Matters or Sensual Connect.

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Heteroflexible, Bisexual, and the Quiet Emergence of Heterobisensual

Language around sexuality is evolving—not because people are becoming more confused, but because they are becoming more precise. Over the past decade, I’ve noticed a growing number of people searching for words that better reflect their lived experience rather than squeezing themselves into rigid, inherited categories. One such term now entering popular conversation is heteroflexible. Alongside it, a quieter, more nuanced phrase is also emerging: heterobisensual. Both attempt to describe something many people feel but have struggled to articulate.

At Intimacy Matters, I see this evolution of language not as a trend, but as a healthy response to the complexity of human desire.

What Does “Heteroflexible” Mean?

Heteroflexible is most commonly used by people who identify primarily as heterosexual but acknowledge a degree of same-gender attraction or curiosity. For some, this may mean occasional fantasies, kisses, or sexual encounters; for others, it reflects emotional or sensual openness rather than ongoing sexual relationships.

Crucially, heteroflexible does not usually imply a 50/50 attraction. The person’s core sexual identity remains heterosexual, but with flexibility at the edges. It is a way of saying: “My desire is not fragile. It can bend without breaking.”

For many, the term feels less confronting than bisexual. It allows room for exploration without the pressure to redefine one’s entire identity or to invite assumptions about behaviour, relationships, or future intentions. Read the full article

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Knowledge You Can Use

JANUARY SPECIAL DISCOUNTS

ON ALL SENSUAL MASSAGE COURSES

20% OFF - if booked & paid for in full before 6pm on January 15th 2026

Or pay the regular price with a 50% deposit on making the booking, with the balance paid on the first day of the course

To learn about the various 1-1 classes Intimacy Matters offers, all with optional volunteer models to practice on - Click on links in yellow below - prices displayed are before applying the above discounts. Payment can be made by bank transfer, debit or credit card, PayPal or cash.

Click here for 6, 12, and 18-hour courses that are ideal for those wanting to enhance their personal sex life.

Click here for the 26-hour Professional Training Course for those wanting to give sensual massage as a part-time or full-time business.

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Courses booked on this January offer must be taken and completed by June 30th 2026

Change of dates on this offer

You can change your course dates at any time as long as the course is completed before June 30th 2026

Cancellation terms on this offer

You may cancel your course up to one month before the start date and receive a 50% refund.

You may cancel your course between 7 and 30 days before the start date and receive a 25% refund.

If you cancel the course within 7 days, you receive a 25% refund.

If you cancel the course within 48 hours of the start time or are a no-show on the day, no refund will be issued.

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