A ✦✦✦✦magical✦✦✦✦ hybrid of massage, partner stretching, and contact improv that invites partners into a flow of deeper connection, communication, and mutual care.
In most massages, the roles are set and care flows only one way — from the "giver" to the "receiver." But what if massage could be mutual, where the roles of giving and receiving were shared, and both people left feeling restored?
Enter Reciprocal Massage — a hybrid of massage, partner stretching, and contact improv that creates a flow, allowing both you and your partner to be stretched and massaged together. Whether you are curious to explore new ways of moving with a partner, want to level up your massage skills, or simply want to connect and express with your body - this class is for you!
"Both partners give and receive — creating a flow where every body flourishes."
Third Door Brooklyn, 195 Plymouth St, Studio 604, Brooklyn NY 11201
Youtopia DreamSpace, 128 Jefferson Ave, Brooklyn NY 11216
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Reciprocal Massage is currently offered in two forms: The Workshop and The Flow.
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A three hour class where attendees learn the foundations of Reciprocal Massage.
Each session builds progressively — starting with movement and weight sharing, then deepening into touch, reciprocal care, and finally: flow.
An invigorating and grounding warmup exploring elements of flow. Expect to move around, breathe, and sweat a little!
Exercises where you'll learn to communicate and play through the body — building trust and physical awareness with your partner.
An introduction to various massage techniques and partner stretches — giving you tools to both give and receive care.
Partners are given space to play on their own — to discover new possibilities of stretching, massaging, and moving with one another organically.
A one to two hour open space to explore Reciprocal Massage freely.
Reciprocal Massage is more than just a set of exercises or techniques — it is a tool for deeper communication and connection. In The Flow, you are invited to explore that physical communication with others, however you feel moved to. Simply bring your presence, curiosity, and willingness to play!
We'll review the foundational of Reciprocal Massage to create a container of curiosity, care, and consent.
You'll be given an optional prompt to explore, then welcomed into the space to play.
During this open exploration time, you'll be invited to both move and observe — learning from others.
We will seal the space with a moment for collective reflection and breath.
For The Workshop:
This class is for pairs of any kind — partners, family, besties, your coworker, your next door neighbor... anyone you feel like rolling around with!
For The Flow:
The Flow is open for all folks! Come solo, in a pair, with a group — it is up to you. While you are welcome to stick with one person, it is encouraged to also find connections with others in the room. The more you explore, the more you learn!
Required: To attend The Flow, you must have attended The Workshop at least once prior. This ensures everyone in the room has a shared language to play within.
For compression techniques, full coverage clothing is fine. For gliding techniques, less clothing allows more skin-to-skin contact. A good combo: shorts + sports bra under loose sweats and a tee.
Hope Endrenyi is a performing artist and environmental activist based in NYC. In her performance career and organizing work, Hope has embarked on a range of projects. Highlights include:
As a dancer, she has taught many movement modalities including dance, yoga, pilates, and mobility. She describes herself as an explorer of movement – both social and physical – and brings that same spirit of curiosity and experimentation to Reciprocal Massage.
She can't wait to explore and deepen this practice with you.
To see more of Hope's work as a performing artist and community organizer, please visit: