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"We wanted to thank you for all your hospitality. It was truly an excellent facility and outing. Everyone was very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We hope to see everyone again soon."

— Steve Kincaid and Linda Dean, Philadelphia, PA

"...just wanted tell how much fun I had last night at the nude recreation party. It was a wonderful time. Thank you for helping me get started."

— Rala Mbulii, Towson, MD

"...we are really enjoying these sports parties! Have met lots of new people, and everyone was so friendly."

— Pam Whitter, Sterling, VA

"We would like to attend the February Sports Club Party. We are members of [another nudist club]. We have friends who attended one of your parties and were very impressed with Be Bare Too."

— Brad and June Koch, Delaware

"I want to commend you and Be Bare Too for such a classy and safe event. The orientation certainly put Tina and I at ease and we also enjoyed Baerobics! The people were very nice and we made new friends. The club is first class and our overall experience was one of pure joy! Had we had known that this experience was going to be so pleasant, we would have taken the plunge many years ago.

"We look forward to becoming members of Be Bare Too and thank you again for allowing us to attend. We are looking forward to the next event!"

— Jim and Tina Dempsey, Waldorf, MD

"We are members of [another nearby nudist club] and would be interested in attending your next sports club event. We have heard nothing but great things and would like to give it a try!"

— Kevin and Melanie Page, Olney, MD

"The week after attending your orientation and sports club party, for the first time in my life, I was able to walk from the shower to my locker without wrapping up in a towel....it felt so 'normal' to feel un-self conscious about being nude in front of other women, in a place where it should be totally acceptable..."

— Cecilia Connolley, Arlington, VA

"First of all I'd like to thank you for a really great time on Saturday. It was everything you said it would be and more. Nice people, comfortable surroundings, and a beautiful facility. I'll definitely be signing up for the next one.... you've got me hooked..."

— Ren Preston, Upper Marlboro, MD

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Question: What's it like to attend one of your Rec Center parties?

People have asked what it's like to attend one of our popular Rec Center parties. We think that's the best place for new people to start, especially because we always begin with our "Bare Facts About Nudism"(sm)orientations. People visiting for their first time frequently tell us that our orientations are helpful and encouraging.

Since this article was written, we've added: Bareobics, child care, cardio-vascular equipment (stationary and recumbent bikes, rowing machines, treadmills, stair climbers), tanning beds, tennis and a tennis clinic, led by a qualified tennis pro (The clinic is free, you only pay for the court time). Also massage from a professional, licensed massage therapist, dancing, dance lessons (both ballroom and country), jam session / singalong (bring your harmonica, banjo, guitar, voice, song sheets, whatever), crafts demonstrations and computer workshops.

We've added free swimming lessons for the kids only, taught by a teen who's a member of a championship high school team.

And we've added a "Meet & Greet", where first-time visitors are invited to meet a few of our members at a close-by restaurant, in a clothed environment, for a bite prior to the orientation. That way, when they arrive for the orientation, they feel like they already have a few friends there.

Massage, child care, tanning and tennis are at an additional charge. A free shuttle from the Springfield Metro station and back is also available.

Observations at a Rec Center Party

It's 7 PM on a Saturday evening. People are arriving at "our" recreation center, near Springfield, Virginia. Almost a dozen are volunteers who arrive early to set up for the party. The food must be displayed attractively, nets must be put up for walleyball, full-court volleyball and water volleyball, and plastic "curtains" must be put over the windows to keep our party private.

Attendees need to be checked in, and nervous first-timers will be welcomed and escorted to the lounge for our "Bare Facts About Nudism"(sm) orientation. We'll give them lots of encouraging information, with some surprising history and a little humor thrown in to help them feel at ease.

They also have the assurance that if they choose not to stay after attending the full orientation, we will cheerfully refund their money.

We'll explain that everybody they see here tonight had their first time, and that we all remember how uncertain we felt at first. We'll tell them that if they were to encounter any problems (which seldom happens), we want them to tell us.

This evening, two married couples, one unmarried couple, one single woman and two single men will attend the orientation. One of the married couples has visited White Tail Park in southern Virginia, and they drove up from Richmond to attend our party (that's not uncommon, people will drive two hours or even more to attend our activities. One couple routinely drives from the Philadelphia area, just because they enjoy being with our people so much!)

One of the single men visited a club in Colorado frequently when he lived there; the other single man has been to Sandy Hook in New Jersey. One of the women has lived in Europe, where it was customary to go nude on the beach; she'd love to experience that sense of freedom again, but she's a little intimidated, both because she's unescorted and because she's fearful that going nude indoors won't feel quite as natural as it felt on the beach. We introduce her to her a few of the other women who are unaccompanied, and she feels encouraged.

Later on, when another nervous first timer is deeply involved in a volleyball game, her male partner comments that she seems to have forgotten that she's nude. By the end of the evening, she's very happy that she found the courage to give us a chance, and promises that she'll be back! Now she knows why we said that it's harder to put your clothes back on at the end of the evening, than it was to take them off at the beginning. Now that she knows how wholesome we are, it will be easier to bring a single friend, whether male or female, next time.

At one point during the evening, six people are enjoying each other's company in the sauna. Perhaps seven or eight are playing water volleyball, while some others splash with their children in one end of the pool. A couple others swim laps. Over in the corner, at least a dozen are soaking in the whirlpool.

The couple from Richmond are throwing darts. The racquetball court is empty right now, but a few people are playing walleyball in the glass-walled court next door.

In the lounge, a dozen people are watching a movie, one of them a mother who is nursing her baby. In another room, several kids are watching a children's show on TV. Their parents nibble on some really great snacks (including shrimp cocktail and sushi) and sip beer, wine, soft drinks or hot chocolate or hot cider — it's really cold outside! Tonight, one of our newest members has brought freshly-baked home-made chocolate chip cookies to share.

Some evenings, people sit on the floor around a coffee table, playing board games or card games. Tonight's a little different, people are all involved with other activities.

Some of these people attend every party; others show up once in a while, as time and busy schedules permit. Most look forward to seeing the friends they've met at Be Bare Too parties.

You could be part of this! If you've been thinking about joining us for an evening of relaxing, clothes-free fun, give us a call at the club number, or send an e-mail. We know this is a huge challenge for some people. We're remarkably understanding and encouraging, and we'll be happy to help you get started.

We have specially reduced rates for first-time visitors. There's also a reduced rate for families, couples and single women who are in the process of joining our club. Furthermore, we have incentives for those who bring first-timer friends!

Note: Please don't jump to an ill-informed conclusion that we discriminate against single males! Because our club makes a successful effort to encourage women to attend and join, we are able to maintain a balance that is comfortable for everybody. That allows us to admit far more single men than we otherwise would be able to accommodate. Everybody wins!

Single men have the privilege of bringing a single person of the opposite sex as their guest for no extra charge, something we don't allow couples or single women to do.

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Last updated: November 5, 2003
What if I get an erection? This is the most common concern among men. However, we do not know of anyone who actually had an erection on the first visit. The combination of the non-sexual environment and the unfamiliarity of a first-time visit serves to minimize the issue.

An erection is a natural part of life. Naturists realize this and will not take offence as long as it is not being flaunted. If an erection does occur, a strategically placed towel, a dip in a cool pool, or rolling over on your stomach will take care of it.


What do I do if I am menstruating? Generally, women do the same thing in the naturist world as they do in the clothed world. Many use a tampon. If they prefer, they wear shorts or bikini bottoms.

Menstruation is a normal part of being a woman and one which naturists understand.


I don't have a good body, I don't want others to see me nude. The concept of the perfect body is a myth. We believe that the stress caused by the unrealistic expectations of society is very damaging. Naturists practice body acceptance. When you visit a naturist environment, you will find all types of bodies. All shapes, sizes, ages, colours&emdash;many of them with the signs of a full life.



Isn't it dangerous to expose myself to so much sun? The removal of a skimpy bathing suit does little to increase your exposure to the sun, but people exposed to the sun should be careful when they enjoy the outdoors.

Some evidence is suggesting that moderate sun exposure is good for you. For more details, click here.


Won't nudity take away intimacy with my partner and desensitize us to sexuality? Sexuality is in the mind. It is an artificial form of sexuality that causes a person to be aroused merely by seeing a body part which one does not normally see. Attraction does not depend on whether people are nude or not. In fact, you will probably find them more attractive if they are wearing suggestive clothing.

We believe that naturists have healthier sexuality, since they are more comfortable with themselves and their bodies. Naturists can enjoy the sexual act with their partner without feeling self-conscious about their nudity.



Children in naturism?

Is naturism good for children? Anyone who has observed children knows that they are enthusiastic naturists. We have never seen young children who are self-conscious when nude. In fact, you may observe them squeal with delight when they are allowed to run around nude. It is only in their later years that they are pressured into being self-conscious and adopt older people's phobias about the body.

We believe that it is healthier for children to grow up comfortable with their own bodies. We don't think there is any advantage in teaching them to be ashamed and embarrassed by certain parts of their bodies.

Is naturism safe for children? It is clear that being dressed has not kept children safe. The best thing we can do is teach our children the confidence to speak up when people do things which make them uncomfortable. If they are not ashamed of their bodies, they are much more likely to tell their parents when someone does things to them that they don't like. Whether nude or clothed, children should know that being touched in certain ways is wrong.

Although good parenting is by far the most important factor in raising children, naturism helps to promote their confidence and understanding about their bodies.

Don't children get confused as to when and where they can be nude? Everyone has to teach children when and where it is acceptable to be nude. Naturists simply have more places where it is acceptable. Unlike non-naturists, we don't teach our children that nudity is wrong. We teach them that some people aren't comfortable with nudity and that sometimes we need to dress for practical reasons (e.g. weather).

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Miami Nude Beach Nudity, Please Read!

There's something liberating about the antic of being naked.  The freedom.  The exhilaration.  The lack of pocket lint.  Unfortunately, for most people the notion of nudity requires some rationale - no matter how silly that rationale may be.  Streaking across a football field. Skinny-dipping in a lake.  Mooning for the camera.  Photocopying your butt.  Playing naked Twister.  Flashing a nun after sixth-period class, hoping she didn't recognize you and isn't at this instant phoning your parents.  For most people, it's all about the naughty thrill of getting caught or exposing a private part.  But not for all.  No, for many it's perfectly routine, as normal and natural as, say, kissing hands or shaking a baby.

Nude beaches are the perfect denominators for these two groups, the puritans and the pure exhibitionists, the fakirs and the non-fakers. Think of it as a big game of strip poker where everybody has crappy hands.  The thing to remember is that nude sunbathing isn't about sex or exhibitionism - we'll leave that to the nudist colonies and Courtney Love.  Nude sunbathing is about elation and free-spiritedness (and avoiding wedgies and ugly tan lines).

I've made the trek to No Clothes Land many a time.  I've dropped trou in Europe, where it's no big deal - heck, even the Royal Family has displayed a boob or two (not counting Prince Charles).  Black's Beach in San Diego is world famous for nude sun worshipping.  And, of course, here in Miami, we have Haulover Beach.

One of the misconceptions about nudity is that every human body is beautiful (Right).  The key to inoffensive nude sunbathing is to do just that - sunbathe.  Do not play volleyball in the buff.  No grilling or barbecuing.  Even if your Playgirl's Mr. January, do not perform an oil and air filter change on your auto while naked.  An watch the jogging - you could poke somebody's eye out.

Nude beachgoers often have their social cliques and routines.  They picnic and fraternize, and they love to mingle.  Zoiks.  These people who sashay up and down the beach wearing nothing but a smile and a spare tire are the same folks you find in the receiving line at a wedding wielding a business card and a can of Binaca.

When I venture to Haulover, I stick close to my blanket or hit the water.  I don’t wander about.  It’s like you want to work the room, but there’s no place to put your hands and no appropriate place to hang your Walkman.  (Plus, you feel like you’ve gone to a party and everyone’s wearing the same thing.)  Personally, I happen to like being naked. It’s never bothered me.  I often get home from work, disrobe, and sit naked on my couch eating cereal.  (Did I just cross the line of too much information?)  Some people are uncomfortable naked.  I’m not.  What I do have a problem with, however, is being ugly and naked.  Statistics show that the number of people who enjoy nude sunbathing is proportionate to those who should put something on.  Like a tarp.  Or one of those tents that they use when they’re debugging a house.  That one of the reasons why I prefer the sanctity of my blanket.  I can feign sleep (or death, if necessary) should some naked old man approach me and start to discuss today’s undertow as he squats liberally in front of me.

Sunscreen:  I’d be remiss if I didn’t stress the importance of proper protection.  Those regions that rarely see the light of day are the first to succumb to the sun’s deadly rays.  Hence, watch your behind, or your buns will be toast.  As for – how do I say this politely – garnishing your weenie, yes, your little buddy needs sunblock, but remember, you’re in public.  There a fine line between safety and pleasure when applying lotion to Mr. Happy.  I’ve seen guys go at it like they’re greasing a fire pole.  So take it easy.  Don't make things hard on yourself.

When it comes to accessories, there are certain things you should and should not bring to a nude beach.  Telescopes and binoculars are definite no-nos.  You may think of this as a ball game, but I’m sure the Red Sox would beg to differ.  Likewise with a camcorder – carrying a video camera at a nude beach is the pervert’s equivalent of driving by a schoolyard with a van full of candy.  As for ready, avoid books with titles like Justice of the Piece.  Stick to Field and Stream, Reader’s Digest or the Gideon Bible.  Sunglasses are a must.  If you’re gonna ogle, at least do it behind your Maui Jims.

As for your random beach bump-ins, there are obvious encounters. Besides bodies that you’d rather not see naked, piercings are immensely popular.  Popular, I surmise, because they’re in places that wouldn’t necessarily be exposed at Publix (unless you shop at the new one by the bay).  I’ve seen nipples that look like parachute rip cords.

And below the belt, I’ve seen piercings that made me recoil.  (Come to think of it, I’ve seen coils down there, too.)  And little napkin rings.  And something called a Prince Albert.  I’ve seen less metal at a gun show.  And shaving.  Hmmmm.  Apparently trimming the hedges has become all the rage.  Some folks go for the close cropping; others like it smooth.  I haven’t seen topiary this creative since I was at the Botanical Gardens.

Nude sunbathing can be a kick, an exciting way to liven up an otherwise dull day at the beach.  For the ladies, it means being able to wear a sundress without worrying about unsightly strap lines.  For the guys, it means there’s no need to adjust the boys: it’s a wind sock now.  For all of us it means an escape, a break from our daily worries and cares, a moment’s freedom where less is so much more – except when it comes to that sunscreen.