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At Bear Hugs Collective, we believe that nudity is not the same as sexuality.

Being unclothed is one of the most natural, vulnerable, and human experiences we can share yet in our culture, it’s often wrapped in shame, fear, and misunderstanding.

The clothing-optional format gives participants the freedom to discover how to feel comfortable in your own body while at your most vulnerable.

This workshop is not about exposure; it’s about permission. Here we give ourselves the permission to exist in our bodies exactly as they are and without judgment, comparison, or expectation.
 

In this nonsexual, consent-based environment nudity can become a powerful tool for healing. It allows men to experience physical closeness, comfort, and platonic touch without the pressure of performance or objectification. It’s about learning that your body is not something to hide, fix, or feel shame in. In this space, you are simply allowed to be. 

🕒 Schedule

Sessions will be held every 3rd Sunday of the month. Registrations will be available about 6 - 8 weeks in advance of a workshop date, and will be updated regularly on the sign up form. 


Each session runs 60 minutes and welcomes 6–8 participants.

If a session must be canceled or rescheduled, a notification will be posted on the website and sent to all registered attendees. They will be given the chance to move their reservation to another date, or to receive a refund. ​​​​

💵 Cost & Registration​

Participation is $20 per person, which includes a 60-minute facilitator-guided discussion & cuddle group, a private locker in which to store belongings, and full use of the venue's facilities after the workshop for those who wish to make use of them.
 

Pre-registration is required to ensure a safe and comfortable group size. 
Payments can currently be made via Venmo to @bear-hugs-ri with a registration form available on our website.​​

📍 Location & Check-In

Venue: Providence Health Club / The Eagle’s Nest
Address: 257 Weybosset St, Providence, RI 02903 (second floor)

Upon arrival:

  • Check in at the front window and let them know you’re here for Dare to Be Bear.

  • Provide a valid ID at check-in.

  • You’ll receive a locker key and be directed to the lounge area, just past the front desk on the right.

  • The lounge will be roped off exclusively for our group.

Your registration covers all entry fees, so there’s nothing more to pay at the door.

🤝 Group Agreements

To keep our space safe, welcoming, and affirming for everyone, we ask all participants to honor the following agreements:

  • Consent is key — always ask before touching.

  • Respect that the group is a non-sexual space— arousal can happen naturally, but it must not be acted upon during the group.

  • Respect personal boundaries — everyone’s comfort level is different and another's boundaries are not a reflection on you.

  • Confidentiality matters — what’s shared in the group stays in the group.

  • Come fresh and clean — please arrive showered and fragrance-free.

These agreements help us create a space where everyone feels respected, comfortable, and supported.

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​🌈 Join Us

Whether you’re taking your first step toward body acceptance or seeking deeper connection within the bear community, Dare to Be Bear offers a warm, inclusive environment to just be you with no judgment, no expectations, just genuine human connection.

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