At Harder Faster, we follow the FRIES consent model to ensure everyone stays safe and happy at our events. Before attending your first Harder Faster party, all approved members must read, understand and agree to this consent model.

Consent is: 

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F - Freely given - This means without force, bullying or coercion. You do not owe anyone sex for any reason. 

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R - Reversible - You might be enjoying yourself and then some sexual act goes beyond your boundaries or comfort levels. You are always allowed to change your mind. 

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I - Informed - Being informed of what boundaries and parameters of the sex you’re having. You can only consent to something if you have the full story. For example, if someone says they’ll use a condom and then they don’t, there isn’t full consent. 

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E - Enthusiastic - Consent is not merely the presence of a yes or the absence of a no. It is not being worn down by constant attempts at sex that you just give in to the request or pressure. 

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S - Specific - Just because you’ve said yes to one sexual act like giving/receiving oral sex doesn’t mean you’ve consented to other sexual acts like penetrative sex. 

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Additional points to consider:

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1. Consent must be given each time. past sexual encounters do not imply automatic consent in the future. 

2. These rules apply to everyone: women, men and non-binary individuals. Women are capable of violating consent just as men are. It is important for men to feel safe too. 

By ticking the box below, you and your partner (if you’re attending as a couple) hereby agree to the following terms: 

1. I shall always obtain explicit consent before making physical contact with another individual. 

2. I shall refrain from initiating physical contact with another individual unless I have obtained their verbal and enthusiastic consent. 

3. I shall not engage in any form of sexual activity through force, manipulation, coercion, blackmail, guilt, or any other means of persuasion. 

4. I shall always be clear and honest about the sexual activity being agreed to. 

5. I acknowledge that consent is reversible and shall cease any sexual activity immediately upon being instructed to do so. 

6. I understand that consent is specific to each individual act and that prior consent to one sexual activity does not grant permission for any subsequent activities. I shall regularly communicate with my sexual partner(s) to ensure their comfort and satisfaction, by asking questions such as “Do you enjoy this?” and “what would you like me to do?” 

7. I shall not initiate, participate in, or continue any sexual activity with an individual who is unconscious or believed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 

8. I will immediately notify Harder Faster security or staff if at any time I am aware or have reasonable cause to suspect that anyone's safety or ability to consent is at risk.

9. I acknowledge that any violation of this agreement will result in immediate removal from the event, without refund, and a permanent ban from all future events.

You can learn more about consent and the FRIES model here