A Blog Post by Katie J.

You’ve heard about nudism and you’re intrigued. Perhaps you’ve already been enjoying some time chilling or walking around your apartment in your birthday suit. You’ve probably even fantasized about the how wonderful and liberating it would be to stroll around freely in the nude, chatting with other nudists who share your mentality.

You want to give it a try but…

… You’re terrified.

Maybe you’re caught up in all the things that could go wrong, all your fears coming to life…

What if everybody stares at me?



What if everyone is younger/hotter/fitter than I am?

What if I get harassed by some creeper?



What if I get laughed at, or, God forbid, told to leave because I don’t belong here?

You may also have some limiting beliefs about yourself and your body that are preventing you from taking the leap into social nudism:

I’m too shy for others to see me nude



I’m too old/skinny/fat/ugly to go naked in front of others



I’ll feel too vulnerable and exposed



I’ll be too self-conscious to relax and have fun

For an aspiring female nudist, having all these questions, thoughts and feelings may be overwhelming. For some, these questions are the barrier preventing them from living the life they want to live.

If you think you’re one of these people, let me tell you this: all of these doubts and fears are completely one hundred percent okay.

They don’t mean that you won’t be able to do this.

Even the most seasoned nudist will have come face to face with such worries at one time or another in their nudist journey.

Most people these days are a bit insecure about their body, and in a way, it’s comforting to know that you’re not alone when it comes to this.

We’re all human, we all just want to be loved and accepted, “flaws” and all.

What’s important to recognize though, is that most nudist beaches, parks and events are friendly places where people who share the same vision of enjoying life in the buff can meet and fulfill their vision in a safe, positive environment.

Good nudist places like Haulover Beach are safe environments for all to enjoy

This means that there aren’t (meant to be) any creepers or any strange men staring at you or harassing you.

Everyone at your nudist place of choice will most likely be like-minded individuals who respect other nudists’ bodies and privacy.

It is an unspoken rule that gawking, taking photos of other nudists, being rude or vulgar or harassing anyone, like in mainstream society, is NOT COOL. Be sure to read our nudist etiquette tips.

Many nudist beaches and resorts are family-friendly places with children running around, so if you’re feeling unsafe at any point, you can always strategically position yourself near a family to make you feel more at ease.

Learning to embrace your body and be confident going nude

You will see bodies of every kind at a nudist beach. Old, young, wrinkly, muscly, skinny, curvy, big boobs, small boobs, smooth, hairy, tattoos, piercings, the whole shebang!

Naturism is all about embracing who you are, loving your body and appreciating the fact that everyone’s body is different but equally perfect.

Nudists, especially female nudists, may feel incredibly self-conscious and even the thought of being naked in front of others can stir up some uncomfortable feelings.

If the thought of being completely naked on a nudist beach brings you out in cold sweats, you can always start off by sunbathing and walking around in your bikini or swimsuit.

Pretty soon, you’ll realize that there are people of all shapes, sizes and ages walking around, and feeling completely comfortable doing so.

This way, you’ll be able to take in the environment, gauge the atmosphere and build up the confidence to strip off completely and reap the benefits of baring all.

How to prepare yourself (physically) when you go to a nudist beach

Step 1: Go to Haulover Beach.

Step 2: Take your clothes off

It really is that simple.

There is no list of requirements that you have to tick off before going to a nudist beach. This includes shaving, doing your hair and makeup, or “getting fit”.

One of the most important things when it comes to nudism is that you feel good in your own skin, so by all means, do what makes you feel most confident and comfortable. If this involves shaving your legs or bikini parts, styling your hair or doing your makeup, go for it.

There is no rule that says you have to shave, cover up piercings or tattoos, or that you have to look a certain way to go to a nudist beach.

That’s what makes the whole experience so freeing!

The only thing I’d recommend is making sure you take plenty of sunscreen and water!

All in all, when it comes to overcoming shyness and embarrassment on a nudist beach/at a nudist event, the 3 key things to remember are:

Find a safe, highly rated nudist or clothing-optional beach Remember that everyone is there for the same reason – to reap the benefits of life in the buff – and that others will most likely have insecurities about their body too It doesn’t matter one bit what you look like, because everyone is in the same boat, and no one will mind or judge

And lastly, if you’re worried about making friends or feeling different, remember that you already have at least one thing in common with everyone who’s at the nudist beach that is fairly unusual.

You won’t have to rationalize or explain your nudity or love for naturism to anyone because they’ll simply understand, them being nudists themselves.

It’s okay to take things slowly and getting naked in front of complete strangers will feel a little weird and unusual at first.

But with a bit of confidence and determination, even the shyest aspiring nudists will embrace the naked life and enjoy the pure liberation that nudism has to offer!

Don’t forget to check out our Haulover Beach online shop to pick up shirts, stickers, can koozies, and much more fun swag!