FAQ
Info on courses & events, tickets, travel, what to bring, consent & safety. Find quick answers to your questions here on our FAQ page.
For courses, workshops, coaching, and adult education formats – depending on the requirements. You can find details (equipment, times, conditions) on the website for our rental options.
Yes, that’s possible. You can find information about renting the Refugium Aschaffenburg for your course, coaching, or workshop on the rental page.
The best way to get in touch is via the contact page. We read all messages personally and will get back to you as soon as possible.
The Refugium was founded and developed by Jay and Christian. Both come from a background in bodywork and are rooted in Lomi training. You can find out more on the About Us page.
Please only do so by prior arrangement and with the consent of everyone who is identifiable. For sensitive topics: discretion comes first. Specific rules may also be set additionally for each workshop.
Only if it’s explicitly stated for the event (e.g., for active practice, close-fitting clothing). Please refer to the individual workshop description.
This depends on the workshop. It’s often helpful to bring comfortable, easy-to-move-in clothes, a change of clothes if needed, and water. For most formats, you will receive a list of what to bring in advance.
In the heart of Aschaffenburg, at Landingstraße 10. You’ll get travel details before each event.
Cancellation policies depend on the ticket provider or the respective course instructor. Please refer to the information on the ticket page.
If there are discounts or special rates, it’s shown directly with the respective workshop. If it’s not mentioned, the regular ticket prices apply.
As a rule: Your spot is only secured once you’ve booked a ticket. Details are listed for each event.
Depending on the workshop, you can purchase them via the linked ticket page (e.g., through external providers or the instructor’s website). You can always find the ticket link directly on the event page.
Since the founders Jay and Christian are both Advanced Lomi Practitioners, several Lomi courses take place at the Refugium, such as Lomi Lomi basic courses and regular exchange formats. You can find the current offerings in the Lomi overview and on the respective event pages.
Lomi Lomi is a Hawaiian-inspired form of bodywork, expressed through an oil massage with flowing movements. Core principles are presence, breath, wave-like movements and a clear mindset.
The Refugium is located in the heart of Aschaffenburg. We are surrounded by numerous restaurants and cafés. You can also prepare or heat up food you’ve brought with you in the Refugium kitchen.
It varies, but there’s usually a clear framework: arrival, introduction, practical exercises (often with rotating roles), breaks, and a closing circle. For body-based formats, “giving & receiving” is often a key part—always within consensual boundaries.
Both are possible – depending on the workshop. Some formats are open to individuals and couples without being a traditional “couples workshop.” Please check the information on the event page for more details.
That depends on the format. Many offerings are explicitly beginner-friendly (e.g., Lomi Lomi basic formats or introductory workshops). You’ll always find precise information on the respective event page about whether prior experience is needed.
The spectrum ranges from bodywork and massage formats to coaching-related offerings and sex-positive workshops. The focus, intensity, and content vary depending on the course instructor.
On the website in the “Courses & Events” section. There you will find the upcoming dates and details for each event.
The Refugium is for curious people who want more: more connection, more body awareness, more learning, and genuine encounters—regardless of whether you’re a beginner or already have experience.
We’re opening our doors in April 2026. You can find individual events and formats through our event calendar or on the respective event pages.
The Refugium is a workshop location for adults in the heart of Aschaffenburg. You can expect courses, bodywork, massages, coaching impulses, and sex-positive workshops – mindful, professional, and focused on conscious connection.
Still have questions?
Feel free to write to us – we’re happy to help and guide you on which format suits you best.
