It happened on one of my business trips to Dubai. I travel frequently for work, and my schedule means I am often away from my family. I would describe myself as an introvert who spends much of his time exploring the world through his own creative space.
I had never explored Tantra massage before. I was going through my Instagram feed when I saw her post and, out of curiosity, sent Helene a message asking whether a Tantra massage was something suitable for someone like me. The next morning, I heard back from her. She sent me a link to her blog and asked me to read through it when I had time.
Going through her posts, I felt like this was the moment in my life when I was ready to explore a new side of myself. I caught a glimpse of something I had always sensed within me but had never fully understood because I had never experienced it. The more I read about Tantra, the more curious I became.
I arranged an appointment with her, and after a few email exchanges, we decided on a day. This is the story of my first experience with Tantra and my first Tantra massage in Dubai.
We met at her place in Dubai, and over the next few hours she shared stories about her life, her experiences, and her journey of exploring Tantra. In an enthusiastic way, she explained her approach to Tantra massage and what I could expect from the experience.
Even though Helene had described what to expect, I was still nervous and, at the same time, very curious. To tell you the truth, curiosity won over my fear of letting my guard down. I knew I would be experiencing a very personal form of bodywork with someone I had never met before. I was looking for something beyond a conventional massage, including relaxation, connection, and greater body awareness.
We sat down in the room where the session was to take place. It was a warm room with a wooden floor, a futon-style mattress, and soft lighting that created a comfortable atmosphere. Helene and I sat down, drank water infused with orange slices, and talked while getting to know each other. She was interested in how I was feeling and whether I was nervous. We spoke for about 20 minutes, and I gradually began to feel more comfortable.
The session began with a calm and comfortable approach. I was covered with a sheet, and she sat beside me and gently worked across my arms and shoulders while asking how I was feeling. She encouraged me to talk about my feelings and helped me distinguish nervousness from anxious thoughts. Gradually, I became more focused on the present moment. It felt like a peaceful experience, and I came away feeling more open and reflective.
Throughout the session, Helene moved around me and worked on different areas of my body with slow, attentive movements. There were moments when I simply wanted to be quiet and focus on the experience. It was the first time I had experienced this kind of personalized bodywork, and I appreciated the attention given to my comfort and responses.
A particularly memorable part of the session was the focused bodywork around the pelvic area. The experience felt deeply personal and encouraged me to remain relaxed and aware of my body’s responses. What stood out most was the emphasis on communication, comfort, and staying present throughout the session. Rather than focusing on expectations, I found myself paying more attention to relaxation and body awareness. It was an intense and memorable experience that gave me a new perspective on this form of bodywork.
We spent several hours together and I appreciated the experience. Over the next few months, we continued to meet, and each experience gave me something new to reflect on. She is a warm and engaging person with a strong personality. I am visiting Dubai again in March, and if her schedule permits, I look forward to another relaxing experience.
She helped me explore another part of myself and become more aware of my body and personal sense of wellbeing. As I had said earlier, I had never really known what to expect from Tantra. After several Tantra massage experiences, I feel more curious, reflective, and open to exploring this approach to relaxation and body awareness.
