BDSM 101

Are you interested or curious about kink and BDSM? Do you flag black, grey and shadier shades? This lecture/workshop is for all of you lovely baby kinksters and newbie perverts. We will learn about different kinks, what it means to have them and what’s important when starting your journey with kink play. You will have a chance to reflect on your own identity, sexuality and preferences.

The workshop exercises are done solo and discussed with the group. Participation is based on writing and talking. There will also be some BDSM toys to look at, touch and test.

Event Details

Date & Time:  July 15th, 2021, 7 – 10pm

Format: workshop & discussion

Audience:  LGBTQIA+ & Friends

Language: English

Minimum Knowledge Level: N/a

What to Bring:  pen and paper

Solo or Partnered:  solo or partnered (everybody needs to buy a ticket)

What we will teach/offer you

– meditation

–  boundaries and negotiation

– power dynamics

– care, safety and health

– finding your play style and intention

– the when of it all

– Feedback and close

Safety Concept

You need to bring proof of testing (not older than 24 hours), or proof of vaccination in order to be let inside.

Hand disinfectant provided in multiple places. All surfaces are disinfected and will be disinfected in between use.

Space is limited to give more space for everyone.

We frequently air the space and also use fans for more circulation.

You must wear a mask at all times.

Who is this event for?

LGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity, meaning: lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer/fluid, queer, intersex, asexual, aromantic, agender.

Friends describes people of any and all kinds of gender and sexual identities who are aware and respectful of the necessity, needs, and boundaries of a queer safe(r) space and its marginalized community.

When you consider yourself a friend you show acknowledgment to and are respectful of everyone’s self-expression and do not assume, presume or project non-consensual ideas onto others. You actively request and use people’s chosen pronouns. You remain mindful of the fact that Karada House is first and foremost a space for queer people that you are also invited to attend. You have a genuine concern for the well-being of LGBTQIA+ people and remain in awareness of heterosexual and gender straight privileges.

Friends don’t have to be perfect. None of us are. We request that we all pro-actively work and strive to be good friends and allies to marginalized people.

Photo: Välke Unelma