Nudism has been spreading in the world since time immemorial and, nowadays, it is no longer uncommon to find a nudist beach as an option to the "traditionally" textile beaches. Society has been accepting and incorporating the practice of nudism as one more option when enjoying the outdoors.
Remember that nudism in Spain is not forbidden. But according to each town hall, it will have municipal ordinances that prohibit practicing it in which areas or beaches. This is not 100% legal and that is the FEN's ongoing battle against such ordinances that violate individual freedom. If you think it's time to try, go ahead! Why not?!.
If you decide to have your first experience on a nudist beach, in this case in Cantarriján, consider our tips:
· The practice of nudism is based on absolute respect for the other. In Cantarriján, you will find a mixed beach in the summer months. You'll see both naked people as you are in a swimsuit. Don't let that scare you or scare you. Don't expect the "environment" of the beach to be heavy or morbid. Quite the opposite.
· Those who usually go to the nudist beaches are normal people, large, small, high, low, chubby or thin. It's not a catwalk or a place to look like a little palm. So, first of all, don't get your body out of you. Forget about your complexes. No one is perfect or aspires to be perfect.
· Get any sexual connotations out of your head. It's not about naked bodies, boobs or outdoor penises, but a healthy and respectable option to be on a beach. It's no better or worse place to flirt by the fact of going naked. It's exactly as good or as bad as any "textile" beach.
· Nudists are people who choose to go naked to be in contact with Nature and feel total freedom, they are not exhibitionists and you will not be for stripping naked.
· If you want to photograph the place with your companion or friends, no problem. Cantarriján is a spectacular place that lends itself to it. But if other naked people could come out of your photos, ask their permission before or choose another angle.
· Leave enough space between your towel or hammock and that of your neighbors. It's not well seen piling up against each other. If you are late and there is not enough space… come back earlier tomorrow. Although Cantarriján is big enough that you don't have that problem, even in the summer months, when there's more influx of bathers.
· When choosing your site, try to have other nudists around you. That'll give you more confidence for your first time.
· If you are already determined, you will see that after the first few minutes, in which you will have some nervousness by the fact of stripping completely in public, you will feel very comfortable and liberated.
· Relax!. Nobody's looking at you, really. It's time!
· To make it easier for you, use a trick that never fails: the first time you're going to take your clothes off, always start at the bottom (yes, it's no joke, directly the bottom). Stay this way for a few minutes until you feel confident in your new situation and then take off your T-shirt or bikini. Works.
· Another trick you can use to overcome that shyness of your first time is to take off your swimsuit in the water and then go out with your swimsuit in your hand. But don't put it back on. Lie on the towel and enjoy the sun in the nude.
· When you try to bathe naked, swim or have fun with the waves, without that piece of wet fabric, glued to the body and bothering you, you will see the difference. You'll like it a lot, you'll see.
· Some parts of your body have never been exposed to the sun before. Use a cream with a high sun protection factor. In Cantarriján, you can burn fast.
· If you feel like having a drink and want to go to one of the beach bars, take a pareo. It's much more comfortable and lighter than a towel or you'll put your swimsuit back on.
· If you're a boy and you get excited, relax, it's normal and natural. A bath in the sea or waiting a while lying face down will solve this little crisis.
· The atmosphere in Cantarriján is relaxed and quiet. It is not the best place to organize a crowded and noisy meeting. We hate loud noises there! Enjoying a good book or a conversation with someone, is ideal in this zen place.
· Take care of the beach and the environment of the natural landscape. Respect nature. Don't leave anything on the beach except your prints and your desire to come back.
· Once you try nudism, you'll repeat. Word of Cantarrijano!