Sex parties and chillouts
Chill-outs or sex parties often take place at someone’s home. They may involve meeting one on one or several people and larger groups, with people coming and going at different times. Sometimes, parties can go on for several days.
Tips before going to a chill-out or sex party
Be clear about your limits
The high turnover of people can mean you come into contact with others who might be doing chems or be into types of sex (such as barebacking or fisting), which you might not be comfortable with. When high, it’s easier to let your boundaries slip, so it’s a good idea to think about what your limits are before.
Scope it out
If you’re thinking of joining a session (or getting someone new over) ask a few questions:
- Are there other people there and if so how many?
- How long has the chill-out or party been going?
- What chems are you doing?
- Is anyone injecting drugs (slamming)?
- Are you or others using condoms?
- Are you and others undetectable or on PrEP?
Beware the time warp
Once you’re in a session and high it may be hard to stop and it’s easy to lose track of time. Decide before you start when you need to finish, allowing for a good night’s sleep and enough time to recover.