This interdisciplinary event brings together clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst Avgi Saketopoulou, artist and researcher Andrea Rimon, and pro-domme Sophia Rose for a lecture and discussion exploring the concept of traumatophilia. Traumatophilia refers to the fact that we are drawn to touching our wounds, even to reopen them. Individuals might seek out to engage with past...
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What happens when intimacy thrives in uncertainty and the absence of familiarity? This session explores the unique connections that can emerge between strangers in sex work where fear and trust coexist. We’ll think about how risk and uncertainty shape intimacy, trust, and shared humanity. Through a filmed demo, storytelling, and discussion, we will explore •...
You've been doing rope suspensions for a while and now it's time to go from more static into transitions? Perfect! There's no better person to teach you all the tipps and tricks than Addie! Prepare yourselves for four masterful sessions that will blow your mind (and not your joints!) and add several options for progressions...
Welcome to the world of rope bondage, friend! It's wild and fun out here and we are thrilled to be your point of entry. This weekly class is designed for anyone who would like to learn about Japanese-inspired rope bondage/shibari/kinbaku whether you see yourself in the role of the person tying or being tied. We...
This bi-weekly open training is designed for anyone who would like to learn about Japanese-inspired rope bondage/shibari/kinbaku whether you see yourself in the role of the person tying or being tied. Our open rope training for beginners is a continuous offer for anyone looking for a regular practice space to advance their skills. Each time...
IT'S ROPE JAM TIME! Rope Jams are spaces to meet people who love to tie or be tied (or both) and/or bring your tying partner(s) to have a wonderful session together in a space with like-minded people. All roles, levels, styles, etc. are welcome. In the last hour of the jam, we will lower...
For a lot of us self-tiers, masturbation is a big part of the practice that usually stays hidden. Now it’s time to shed light on the ancient practice of giving yourself a hand. Ceci will share practical ties and tricks they gathered along the way on their 13 year journey of being a horny rope...
Rope Bondage exists in space and time. We need to necessarily tie somewhere but this somewhere is not obvious. Every point in space implies a time, a situation, as well as an orientation, which, in turn implies a direction. In this workshop series we will look at the different spatial and temporal aspects of tying....
Boundaries can feel like a slippery concept—something we’re constantly told to uphold, understand, and recognize when crossed. Yet, the truth is, many of us struggle to define what a boundary actually is or how it is shaped by factors such as cultural upbringing, national laws, or personal experiences. (How) did you come to understand boundaries...
Scarves for bondage, spatulas for impact play, wax play on a budget, and DIYing tools. This workshop is for resourceful perverts. Ceci will share BDSM techniques that don’t require you to buy any specialized equipment. Everything you use in this workshop, you can find in your home, the hardware store, when shopping for groceries, or...
This is a space for all socially hungry introverts, anxious extroverts, activity queers, and people who want sober contexts for connection. Bring your board games and knitting. Or maybe make a harness out of bike tires? Cross stitching, comic drawing, zine making, tarot reading, face painting, cake baking, friendship bracelets...whatever your craft, bring it! We’ll...
This is a practical workshop to dip your feet into caning or to just have a moment of painful fun in your day. We will talk about the safety of caning, show you how to do it, and then it's your turn to explore the drumming of flesh. You can come solo and find a...