Playing with Pain

Join us for a juicy day of pain and suffering, exploring different ways of creating sensations.

We will squeeze, scratch, bite, pull, compress, clamp, pinch, and maybe even eat some chili. You will get practical information on how to play with pain outside of impact, how to modulate what you are doing and read non-verbal communication, and what to take into consideration with safety. We will also practice recognizing and communicating boundaries during play.

Please note that pain play will use up a lot of hormones in your body, which makes having a drop after the workshop very likely. Take this into consideration with planning your day around the class.

Event Details

Date & Time: July 23rd, 2023, 11 am – 6 pm

Format: Workshop & playspace

Audience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS

Language: English

Minimum Knowledge Level: you are able to set and communicate boundaries and express needs and desires. You are able to take it slow and be careful with noticing other peoples’ boundaries. You know how to negotiate BDSM play.

What to Bring: any pain toys (not impact play toys) that you’re curious to try or want to share with others. Pen and paper, snacks, water bottle, something that brings you comfort and joy.

Solo or Partnered:  both.

Ticket: Price is per person

What we teach/offer:

– Pain created with bodies
– Pain created with objects
– Safety in pain play
– Negotiating pain play

Mandatory Covid-19 rules

If you would like to inform yourself about other safety measures we have in place, please consult our Covid-19 measurements here.

Accessibility Note

The workshop is held in spoken English. German can also be provided. The space, KARA, is on the ground floor but has three steps to enter the house. A ramp for wheelchairs is available at all times. There is also a parking space available right in front of the door if needed. KARA has an accessible bathroom available. There are no thresholds in the entire house. The garden is only partially accessible at the moment. During the workshop, we will sit on the floor. Sitting in a chair can also be provided. Adaptations for physical needs will be shown and can also be provided upon request. If you participate in this workshop and need more assistance please message us at info@karada-house.de beforehand. 

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,

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 acknowledgement 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.