TANTRA PUJA

Many centuries ago, there existed communities where sex was a spiritual practice and spirituality included sexuality as a matter of course. Today, these teachings are known as "Tantra". Some may think of Tantra as about sexual positions; others may have heard it is for couples. It is all these things and much more.

Because of the interest expressed after our introductory Tantra programs, BASSN has created a series of advanced Tantra Puja events. Upcoming events will be at a location in Arlington, MA.  The venue can comfortably accomodate 30 participants, and that will be the maximum group size for each event.

Advance registration with payment is required for all events.  Registration fee will be $25 for each event and $50 for the full day event. (Please let us know if you want to attend but cannot afford the fee).

Regular events will be 3+ hours and will include a Puja as the centerpiece. At each event, we will also include one or more of these other elements:

• Meditations and exercises as individuals, in pairs, in small groups, and in the whole group.
• Learning about specific Tantric practices including sexual practices and techniques.
• Participant sharing in pairs, small groups, and the whole group.
• Learning about aspects of Tantra from videos and other resources.

We will use music and other elements to create a space for spiritual and sexual exploration and experience. These events are sponsored and supported by the core group of BASSN. Dan Murphy and Penny Goldmuntz will be leading most events, and we plan to invite known Tantra teachers to be a guest leader when their schedules bring them into the Boston area.

Participants are always at choice with regard to their level of participation in each exercise or ritual. The Tantra tradition teaches us to be conscious of our choices, and it encourages open, honest, and clear communication. We ask each participant to be fully responsible for the quality of their own experience, and we will at all times be mindful of the physical and emotion safety of the group. Everyone is asked to complete an application and agreement before attending their first event so as to set appropriate expectations.

Tantra Resources

• Responsible sex information and conversation.
  
• Videos
• Books
  

BASSN TANTRA FAQ

Yes. Participants are encouraged to bring scarves, pareos, jewelry, and the like to adorn and celebrate the body and to change out of street clothes before the event starts.  The events are clothing-optional from beginning to end. Participants will be invited to disrobe in some exercises.

• Puja.
• Yab yam (lotus) variations,
  
• Breath.
• Communication, consciousness, and trust.
  
• Tantric postures of Love.
• Sacred spot (G-spot) stimulation.
• Male genital massage and pleasuring.
• Expanding orgasm.

3. What is a "Puja"?  A Puja is a ritual involving 4-8 couples(pairs).  Participants choose a partner and form a double circle with other couples.  One circle rotates so as to bring each person in turn to  each person in the other circle and finally back to the original partner.  Each step provides the opportunity for an sexual-spiritual experience as suggested by the leaders or created by the partners.

4. Do I have to register in advance?

Yes. These events are by-invitation only. A commitment is needed from each participant in order to maintain gender balance and the best experience for all. Advance payment is required to confirm registration. Registration can be confirmed only for individuals for whom BASSN has received and approved an application and agreement.

The Tantra tradition is indeed focused on the male-female couple. To provide the best experience of the Puja and other rituals, our meetings will be gender balanced and will be structured for male-female pairs when we are in paired format.

We also wish to be inclusive of alternative sexual and gender identities. For gender-balanced events, we ask that you enroll with a primary identification with one gender energy.

Please feel free to email Dan.  I will be happy to respond to questions and to set a time for a phone conversation if desired. Email Linda for registration information.