WORKSHOPS

Awaken your Kundalini with Sensual Chakra Enlightenment w/ Goddess Bria Jewelz

This workshop is a combination of body tapping, Qigong, and kundalini yoga focused around the chakra system and how pleasurable alignment within can be.

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Banging Beyond the Binary: Trans Sex 101 w/ Jamie Joy*

Come learn and play with certified sex educator Jamie Joy in an explorative and engaging workshop on gender affirming sex! Whether you identify as gender expansive or play with someone under the trans umbrella, this space is for you. Learn how to enhance pleasure in your body, approach your partner(s) with an open mind, work through trauma related to gender, and gain tools to help you experience the magic of trans sex! Topics will include: language, communication & negotiation, trans-specific techniques, toy demos, decentering genitals, kink/BDSM, role play, and more! This workshop is open to all genders, sexualities, and experience levels.

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: D, E

Learning Objectives: 1. By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify 5 practices and techniques to support trans sexuality, pleasure, and wellness. 2. By the end of this session, participants will be able to recognize trans-specific language as it pertains to the body.

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Beautifully Broken: Intimacy after Infidelity w/ O’Brien (OB) Wimbish

The main objective of this one-hour class is to equip participants with the necessary skills and strategies to support clients or conference participants who have experienced betrayal, specifically through affairs, in rebuilding trust and intimacy. The focus will be on addressing the emotional and psychological impact of betrayal, fostering communication, and rediscovering erotic desires to rebuild sexual confidence.
 

Be Sexcessful: Hot Seat Business Coaching w/ Marla Renee Stewart

Are you an entrepreneur and you're seeking advice about your business? Grab your lunch and come sit with me as I answer your questions about what it takes to be sexcessful in the sexuality industry. ​

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Booked & Busy w/ Goody Howard

Join Goody for an insightful workshop where we'll dive into the essential strategies for building and maintaining profitable relationships with hiring authorities, finding paying clients, and perfecting your pitch. This session will cover: Securing Bookings, Building Relationships, Finding Paying Clients, Pitching Tips, and Leveraging Technology.

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Building Belly Peace w/ Luna Matatas

Many of us have a complicated relationship with our bellies. We may not like the way our belly looks or feels. We might have challenges ‘trusting our gut’. We might struggle with diet culture. We may even hold ourselves back because of our belly. Who taught you how to feel about your belly? What messages did you receive that no longer serve you? How would you like to feel about your belly? Begin building peace with your belly through practice and community. Bring your belly and your desire to get curious about what a different relationship to your belly might feel like. This workshop will include group discussion, and ideas for a sensual belly practice. Join Sex and Pleasure Educator, Luna Matatas, for this gentle workshop on building belly peace.

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Custom Work and Kinky Apparel Design for All Bodies/Crafters' Corner w/ Calamity June

This workshop introduces participants to principles for doing custom work designing sexy apparel for all bodies: All genders, neurotypes, and weights. We will discuss the theory of how social inequalities enter into kink spaces and the practice of working with clients to create custom designs and utilizing techniques for directing the eye and emphasizing/de-emphasizing different parts of the body. When so much kinky apparel is designed for only cisgender, neurotypical, and thin bodies, these approaches can be adapted to each individual's own internal sense of their body and what make them feel sexy. Participants will apply these techniques to create a design in a medium of their own choosing. Bring your own materials and start crafting in the second half of the session!​

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De-coding Cutting-edge Techniques for Healing Trauma w/ Sander T Jones, LCSW*

Trauma, especially sexual trauma can greatly impact our ability to experience sexual pleasure, sexual fun, our ability to feel safe, sustain emotional intimacy, and much more. Freeing ourselves from the impact of trauma can sometimes seem like an endless struggle. In this class, I will explain the unique way trauma impacts the brain and why it can be so difficult to approach our trauma and implement healing techniques. I’ll also teach about the cutting-edge approaches to treating trauma that can bypass the obstacles that often keep us stuck, sometimes for many years. We will discuss scientifically validated/evidence-based techniques, somatic/body-oriented practices, as well as new research on legal and not-yet-legal medications, including earth medicines and related spiritual practices.

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: H, I, J

Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify which techniques are scientifically evidence-based, which are emerging techniques with some research supporting their effectiveness, and which have only anecdotal support. By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the legalities behind each technique, what education and licensure or certifications are required for the practitioner, when medical doctors are required for a procedure to be legal, and what practices are not legal and thus carry legal risks.

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Decolonizing Our Desires w/ Roxanne Anderson & Anna Meyer

This workshop explores the impact of colonization and white supremacy on our relationship with our bodies and sexualities. Through guided reflection, somatic practices, and group discussions, participants will gain insights into personal and systemic disconnections while learning strategies to reclaim desire and foster holistic well-being. The session offers a safe space for exploration, healing, and reconnecting with oneself.

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Disney Plus'n n Cussin: Parenting in Alternative Lifestyles w/ katblk

Long gone are the days of the birds and bees, and all the new aunties an uncles. Whether you're poly, kinky, queer, etc, being open and honest with your kids about your LS shouldn't feel like a secret sacred task. DPnC aims to give parents perspective and methods on the ins and outs of integrating children into their LS practices.

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Drug User Health and Overdose Reversal Training w/ Melanie Baylis and Alex Junn

This session covers syringe service program history, harm reduction and stigma reduction, latest statistical data for Fulton County and Georgia, what SafeWorks is and offers, as well as what the intake process looks like, and how we keep people who use drugs safe and limit harm. In addition, we will talk about emerging threats within the drug supply (fentanyl/xylazine), then followed by an overdose response/reversal training, how to use nasal spray naloxone (Narcan), and resources for Georgians.

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Dungeon Ethics and Etiquette w/ Syre & MsK

The dungeon is a realm of endless possibilities, but it's essential to navigate this exciting world with respect, safety, and consent. This workshop provides a foundational understanding of dungeon etiquette and best practices. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a curious newcomer, you'll gain valuable insights to enhance your dungeon experiences. We'll cover topics such as:
Establishing clear communication and consent

• Understanding the importance of safe spaces and boundaries

• Navigating different dungeon environments and cultures

• Building trust and respect within the community

• Preventing and responding to potential risks

Join us to unlock the full potential of the dungeon while prioritizing safety and enjoyment.
 

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Embody, Attune, Connect - Contact Dance w/ Davey Swinton/DSwitch
Contact dance is an amazing pathway to attunement, interoception, and embodying our YES as we build consent in practices such as; power exchange, primal states, intimacy, vulnerability, partner dance and movement. Davey leads this somatic meditation and improvisational movement class for solo and partner dancing.
We train our nervous systems, deep listening skills, develop compassion, focus our intentions, and practice embodiment as we learn to listen to ourselves, to the connection we have with the earth, and with another person during easeful movement. This class is not about moves or choreography, it is accessible to all bodies, and can be done seated or lying down as well. Come to bring yourself back to center, or come to explore brave space authentic movement!​

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Erectile Dysfunction: A Hard Talk for Those with Thrust Issues w/ Dr. Rodrick Stewart

Erectile issues will affect the majority of men at least once in their lives. These issues can be very difficult to discuss with intimate partners, and may be nearly impossible to seek help in addressing. The aim of this talk is to destigmatize erectile issues, and provide education on different options available for treatment.

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Explore Your Fantasies and Write Your Own Erotica w/ Angel Ackerman

Join Angel Ackerman, founder and publisher at Parisian Phoenix Publishing, as we explore erotica as an avenue to explore and discuss your fantasies— and encourage you to write-your-own erotica. Last year, Parisian Phoenix published Juicy Bits: Stories of BDSM, Kink & Fetish with almost a dozen erotica authors discussing fantasies from “mild to wild” and featuring negotiations of consent. Using this book as a guide, participants will explore the freeing and therapeutic value of erotica and start their own erotic literature.

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Foundations of Japanese Rope Bondage w/ Ms. Reemah and Mr. Slaughter

Beginning your rope journey? Or just want to learn about rope bondage? This is the class for you! Appropriate for newbies and first-timers. This class is also helpful for those who want to troubleshoot any issues and/or just talk about rope. This is a hands on workshop, that will walk you through the basics of japanese rope bondage. This is NOT a macrame class.

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Gear Swap w/ Sir Dion X

Got some leather that’s just taking up space in your closet? Toys from yesteryear that you haven’t used in a while? Bring your gently used lingerie, BDSM toys, Leather gear, and sex toys (no insertables) and exchange them for gear that’s new to you. After the swap, we’ll have time for show and tell where we’ll share the history of the items that have been swapped. You must bring an item in order to participate in the gear swap.

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Good Moaning! w/ Nadia Francis

Let your voice set you free! Express yourself authentically and freely. Whether you’re an introvert or extravert this is a safe space to lift your voice in raw expression. Speak power, speak life. Get free!

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Government Hooker: Unveiling the History and Power Dynamics of Sex Work w/ Victoria Von Blaque

The objective of this workshop is to engage participants in a critical exploration of the intersection between sex work and systemic inequality, particularly focusing on how the criminalization of sex work disproportionately affects marginalized communities. Through an inclusive dialogue, we will examine the historical context of sex work, discuss the stigma surrounding it, and strategize ways to dismantle these barriers. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and insights, fostering a supportive environment that promotes understanding and allyship. Together, we aim to build meaningful connections and advocate for the rights and dignity of all individuals in the sex work community.

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Help A Heaux Win: Marketing and Creative Strategies for Sexual Professionals w/ Dstany Williams

In this workshop, participants will dive into marketing and creative strategies tailored specifically for professionals in the sexual industry. The session will explore the unique challenges faced by individuals in restricted industries, providing insights into effective marketing approaches. The discussion will encompass general SEO practices to enhance online visibility and share tips and tricks on navigating social media censorship. Attendees can expect to gain valuable knowledge and practical tools for promoting their services in a nuanced and challenging digital landscape.

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Honoring the Fat, Loving, Sensual Body and treating it like a temple! w/ MsK

As Fat people, we deal with external and internal fatphobia that does not allow us to see that our bodies are not sacred or sensual and should not be honored. Each Fat Femme person, we deserve, yearn for, and needs a space to start that journey into honoring our bodies. Through this workshop, each participant will be asked to let go and give themselves some graces for being Fat, self-care tools to care for themselves, develop affirmations to set the tone of honoring their Fat bodies, small movement to open up their body to feel more sensual vibe and to treat their beautiful fat body as a sacred temple.
*Only Fat Femme Identifying Folx*​

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How to Sling Dick: A Strap-on & Pegging workshop w/ Ashley Paige

You’ve acquired your strap, found a willing bottom, & now, it’s time to sling some dick! Grab a pen, some paper, & your favorite schlong - then join Ashley Paige for a highly interactive learning experience that’ll elevate your strap game & leave your bottoms gaping with excitement! This workshop is available to all, regardless of gender, identity, or previous experience. We’ll dive deep into the pleasures of pegging while discussing the importance of body mechanics/positions, safety/red flags, & show you why adding toys (or other kinky additions) will make you the greatest dick slinger across the lands. This workshop includes a LIVE strap-on demo & guarantees a filthy, good time will be had by all.

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How to Support Sexuality during Pregnancy & Postpartum w/ Ashley Zimmerman, PT, DPT

Suppression of sexuality is unfortunately very common throughout pregnancy and the immediate postpartum period which can add to the sometimes already difficult path to having a baby. This educational and discussion based session will provide insight on how to advocate for and continue to celebrate yourself during pregnancy and beyond. This session will also provide guidance to professionals on how to better care for their clients. Pregnancy and postpartum doesn’t have to be a time of self-abandonment, and we 100% can be doing better for our clients!

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Intimacy Coordination for Television and Film w/ Zuri Pryor-Graves MSW, MEd*

In this interactive informational session Sexuality Professionals, Movement Specialists, Filmmakers & Actors alike will gain greater insight into the role of an Intimacy Coordinator. It will explore how incorporating a coordinator can benefit productions and provide a safer, more professional production environment for everyone, including crew, during scenes that include nudity, simulated sex, and other hyper-exposed work. This will be told from the perspective of a sex therapist and sexologist with an emphasis on why coming trained and practiced from this skill set into this work is the most beneficial to productions.

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: SC6. ST5. ST6.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify what an Intimacy Coordinator is and what it entails. By the end of this session, participants will be able to apply knowledge gained as a sexuality professional to the career to be indispensable to productions.

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It’s Deeper Than Visibility: Tales from the Trenches w/ Toni-Michelle Williams​

Come to this session to learn about the impact of the Solutions Not Punishment Collaborative (SnapCo)– a Black Trans-led project in Atlanta leading decriminalization campaigns and developing initiatives to restore community leadership, safety and dignity for PLHIV, and QTBlPOC people in the south. In this interactive session, we will meet and greet with leaders and members of SnapCo, watch AJC’s “DE-ESCALATE!,” which tells the story of an intense protest that happened after Rayshard Brooks was killed, and highlights the fearless efforts of Trans and sex work advocate, Toni-Michelle Williams. Following the viewing of the short documentary, we explore how SnapCo challenges the “myths” of Trans visibility, and discuss effective strategies to defend and uplift sex workers, individuals living with HIV, and Black, Trans, and queer people who contend with over-policing, heightened surveillance, criminalization, and stigmatization.

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Juicy Flow, Embodied Motion w/ Nadia Francis*

Our bodies hold a great deal of wisdom and memory. We can gain insight into our own thought and behavioral patterns by paying attention to the way we move in our bodies and in relationship to other bodies. In this BLISSFUL workshop we hold space for our bodies to speak their truths freely through authentic, passionate, and soul-attuned movement. Carefully curated music and gentle mood lighting help participants tune in to themselves. Simple movement techniques form the foundation for liberated expression.

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: M

Learning Objectives: By the end of this session participants will: 1) Identify ways in which their movement reflects thought and relationship patterns, and 2) illustrate embodiment tools that can improve relationships, sex-lives and increase overall joy of living.

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Kinky Solo-Play Magic: Embody the D/s Archetypes Within w/ Goddess Zenith

Yes, solo-play can be kinky and magical too! During this workshop, Goddess Zenith will guide you through a journey to unleash your inner kinky archetypes and develop a kinky self pleasuring practice. Get in touch with your inner dominant and submissive sides through mindful movement, reflective journaling and other creative tools. Learn how to kink up your solo-play by integrating your inner D/s archetypes, crafting your solo-play scene and using the power of personal power exchange to manifest your dreams.

 

Knuckle Up: Fisting 101/201 w/ Andre Shakti

Attention All Size Kings and Queens! Fisting often reads as wildly inaccessible to folks who have
only seen it on their computer screens, yet it's one of the most intimately connective,
revolutionary sex acts you can engage in. Manual sex aficionado Andre Shakti is ready to knuckle
up and show you how to experiment safely with the best sex toys we come equipped with: our
fingers!

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Define WHO fists, and WHY!

• Care for their bodies in a such a way that it works towards the goal of fisting

• Confidently and effectively communicate their fisting desires to their partner(s)

• Troubleshoot the challenges inherent in fisting

• Execute a multitude of fisting variations and techniques, & more!

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Love Thy Body 6th Anniversary Edition w/ Skyler Whitehead (Sky Wind)

Love Thy Body returns for the 6th time with an all new itinerary of activities to help you shed your shame and all your clothes in this inclusive to all workshop. The ultimate experience of Body Love, compersion and orgasmic fun. Will there be an even bigger third annual naked parade?? Well you'll just to be there to see.

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Mama Strip Tease Burlesque workshop w/ Charliecakesss

Embark on a transformative journey with our Mama Strip Tease Workshop – a unique dance class designed for moms and parents of all ages. Rediscover the connection with your body and embrace the empowering art of movement, reigniting your sensual self after the joys of parenthood. Join us for a liberating dance experience that celebrates your strength, beauty, and the joy of reclaiming your sexy essence through the expressive art of strip tease.

*Only Pregnant People / Parents*

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Mind Phucked: Couples Sensual Touch "Yoga" w/ Coach Kay

Sex begins in the mind, and the body follows. Mind Phucked is a series of intimacy provoking classes for couples. The sensual touch "yoga" class is an energy exchange between partners that opens the mind to intimacy beyond sex. Each pair that attends will practice breathing, touching and communicating without their words. Through breath play, sensual touching and concentration, each pair should begin to open themselves to a heightened state of sexual being.
 

Modern Love Languages: A Queered-up Reframe of the Popular Relationship Theory w/ Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE*

The theory of love languages has remained a go-to for people and professionals seeking resources for building long-lasting romantic relationships, despite its heteronormative, neurotypical lens. Join sex and relationship educator Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE, for an interactive workshop that transforms the romance-centered idea of love languages into a valuable connection, communication, and rapport-building tool for relationships of all kinds – not just romantic ones.

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: D, E, SC1

Learning Objectives: By the end of this workshop, attendees will be able to name at least one Language for Modern Love and how they might use it in a personal or professional interaction. By the end of this workshop, attendees will be able to identify at least one example of relationship hierarchy and how it can cause harm.

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Monsters & Shadows - The Erotic Power Source w/ Midori

There's something monstrous lurking in the corner of your consciousness... How often have you ignored it?
Are you a well-behaved person? Have you been good or decent all your life? Feel like something's not whole about you?
Have you felt darkness welling up from somewhere deep? Like an all-consuming grief…

Have you denied yourself uncivilized thoughts and chosen the sensible way? What would happen if you faced your monster directly?
That within us, which craves to devour or be devoured, has profound powers beyond the ordinary.
Tapping into this can fuel our erotic selves and empower our daily lives. Become a fountain of creative energy and source of authenticity.

In this workshop, you will be guided through intriguing and challenging questions, which you will then transform through an artistic process to create a beautiful, unique object reflecting your truths and powers.

Engage in this challenging conversation and creative process as Midori shares stories and strategies.
Be brave, take the challenge, and try the exercises—they won't be comfortable, but they'll be worth it.

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Naked Yoga w/ Anandalila

Stretch your mind and free your body with a gentle, all levels tantric hatha yoga practice for people of all shapes, sizes, genders, and abilities. This gentle class is a combination of slow, flowing movements and longer holds. Everyone is welcome, from Absolute Beginners to Those with More Experience. It's a clothing-optional practice, so you can get as naked as you want to be. Bring your yoga mat or a beach towel to practice on, an extra towel, and your water bottle.

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Navigating Herpes Stigma in the Wild w/ Courtney W. Brame

Herpes stigma expresses itself in a variety of ways, the main one being self-rejection, keeping a person from fully being present in the atmosphere they feel they can't take part in simply because of their thoughts about what other people might think about them if they find out they have herpes. In this workshop, Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP) Founder, Courtney Brame is facilitating an intentional space for people navigating herpes stigma to feel a sense of community outside the virtual spaces and support group spaces that may not quite be what they're hoping to connect with. Here at Sex Down South, there's generally a more sex positive component to the connections along with kink-curiosity that we don't have space for support or discussions on navigating these spaces. We will have an open discussion here about navigating sex positive spaces/play spaces as kink-curious people with herpes.

*Anyone navigating herpes stigma whether with a positive diagnosis or as the partner, lover or loved one of someone with this diagnosis*

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Office Hours w/ Midori

​Have you ever fantasized about sitting and chilling with the incredible and legendary Midori? To soak in her greatness and get to ask her questions about her experiences and insights? Well now's your chance! Back by popular demand, Office Hours with Midori offers you the opportunity to get in close and find out more about this Sex Celeb!

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Phone Sex & Beyond! w/ Alicia Ortiz

The lyrics of TLC’s iconic “Red Light Special” tell a lover exactly what the narrator wants, exactly how, and exactly when. Words are powerful, and through their music the group inspired a generation of sexual liberation and safer sex. Our own adventurous fantasies, shy desires and explicit boundaries are right at our fingertips - through our phones! Come dive into the world of words and learn phone sex/messaging skills to navigate all aspects of new and existing relationships - including consent, boundaries, and emotional safety. Workshop attendees will get to practice language skills like tone of voice, descriptive language, creative selfie photo techniques, and colorful verbs!

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Protect Ya Neck! Practical Protection Practices Against Stalkers & Other Haters w/ Goddess Briq House

In this workshop we’ll explore protectin ya neck on all fronts from cyber, to spiritual, to physical. Learn new ways to take care of you and yours and revisit some of the tried and true too. All are welcome. 

 

Items needed:

*Your electronics ie-tablets, laptop, cell phones 

*Pen and paper or other notetaking devices

*A curious mind 

*Your Safety/Survival/Healing related resources if you have any to share

 

Trigger warning:  This workshop may include descriptions of encountering, surviving, and/or succumbing to violent behavior including but not limited to cyber stalking, physical, spiritual, and emotional abuse, as well as police and state violence. Images of protection items may include guns, other weapons and esoteric tools. Accessing the resources available at the Sex Down South Conference, if feeling triggered or activated before/after the workshop, is advised. 

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Pussy Petals: Vulva Art Workshop w/ Alexandria Gibson

Pussy Petals is a sex positive art therapy session intended to support the exploration of a person's relationship with their vulva. Participants will be engaged in a brief lecture about female pleasure and spiritual anatomy while creating a self-portrait of their vulva. This session is centered around releasing trauma and accepting pleasure.Through creative expression, participants are able to access repressed emotions, and begin to heal. People will walk away from the session feeling empowered to start and/or maintain a holistic relationship with their vulva.

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R&B: Rhythm & Booty - Spank-along with Music w/ Steph Zapata

Tune into the bass, drums, and booty-echoes to create the perfect duet. In this session we'll listen to tracks that get our creative juices flowing, and find the perfect rhythm for our bottoms. This class is not focused on spanking technique, but on attuning to one another in a way that creates a musical symphony between bodies and energy.

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(Re)Learning to Listen to Your Body w/ Yael R. Rosenstock Gonzalez

Throughout our lives, starting as children, we are trained to ignore our bodies. You are often woken up before your body is ready to get to school, then forced to sit still for prolonged periods, eat at specifically designated times, and ask permission to go to the bathroom, sometimes having those needs denied. This conditioning can often continue into the workplace and impacts our relationship not only with our bodily cues but also our eroticism and even relationships with others. In this workshop, we will (1) begin to explore practices that can help you learn to get back in touch with how your body is communicating, and (2) learn some erotic-based embodiment exercises you can use to increase your erotic bodily awareness and capacity for pleasure.

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Room at the Top: Transformative Receiving for Tops w/ Lindsay Kuhn

Cultural conditioning has made it difficult for many of us to receive pleasure fully and without shame, especially those who identify as “tops” and “givers.” Divesting from these narratives requires identifying cultural and gender conditioning, reframing negative beliefs, and understanding how being a giver can be a protective mechanism. Through the healing support of Tarot and astrological archetypes, this session offers gentle exercises to help you connect to your divine right to receive joy and pleasure and real-world advice from a recovering giver. This workshop includes small group discussions and interactive components to practice giving loving touch to yourself.​

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Sex, Energy, and Energy Sex for Trans and Gender Expansive Bodies w/ Nick Marzo, MS LPC, LMHC, CST, ACS (he/him/Sir)*

We are all comprised of energy. Discovering your energy pathway is discovering the path to your personal relationship with intimacy and pleasure. Learning to harness and control that energy can alter moods, heal, create and intensify connection, intimacy and pleasure, both with yourself and others. This workshop will bring into awareness that orgasmic pleasure and release does not need to include touch or interaction with genitals, although it can. Using the flow of energy learners will begin to explore the concepts of energy sex. Energy sex is not a new concept, we forget to teach it to the keepers of trans and gender expansive bodies. This workshop is designed for all individuals exploring their own pleasure and those who support others in exploring their own pleasure. It is a brave space for trans and gender diverse bodies only. We highly recommend this workshop for individuals who are on the ACE spectrum, have disabilities, are survivors of assault, and who experience dysphoria.

*Only Trans Folks*

AASECT CE Credits: 2

CKA: D, E

Learning Objectives: Learners will be able to transform the energy they hold into a form of compassion, love, and deeper understanding of themself and their right to pleasure. Learners will be able to verbalize three ways in which their experience supported their relationship with their gender expression and sexual identity.

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Sex Toys 101: Dildo’s & Dildont’s w/ Mike Hughes and Tiffany Hope Rogers

Whether you're a beginner curious about enhancing your sexual experiences or an experienced user looking to expand your knowledge, this class provides an inclusive, and sex-positive space to explore and get your sex toy questions answered. We will cover a broad range of topics, including the different types of sex toys available, the materials they’re made of, and how to choose the ones best suited to your individual needs. Participants will learn about the importance of sexual health, the benefits of using a toy, and tips for safe and hygienic practices. Join us for an informative look into the world of sex toys; from their history to modern times and how they’ve impacted our lives. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how sex toys can enhance pleasure, intimacy, and self-discovery, leading to a healthier and happier YOU!

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Sexy Survivor: Leaning Into Fun & Playfulness w/ Aredvi Azad & Ignacio Rivera

Join us for a heartfelt and interactive dialogue on surviving sexual and relational violence, dealing with the impact of trauma, and the rebuilding of an empowering (a)sexual life. In a culture that makes sex damaged and complicated, it takes time, patience, and trial and error to figure out what works for us. This activity-packed workshop offers a space for sharing experiences, being witnessed, and crafting a path forward that captures the power of playfulness in healing from sexual and relational trauma. This is not a therapy session, but a space for healing, skills building, and connection. We will witness each other, offer collective compassion, and share stories and ideas on what has worked for sexy survivors. Participants are not required to identify as “survivor” to attend. Learn more at heal2end.org

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Somatic Sex Therapy: Healing The Erotic Self w/ Mx. Lena Queen, LCSW, M.Ed. (Queen)

Somatic sexology is not a new concept to sexology (sex education & sex therapy), but often seen as fringe because it teaches client’s how to improve their mind-body connection (experience-focus) which is unlike traditional sex therapy’s sensate focus (i.e. outcome/orgasm-focus). Like many other helping professions, sexology must undergo a transformation to disrupt and de-center "the defaults" of societal and sexual expectations and assumptions that assume heterosexuality and monogamy and challenge the harmful impact of those defaults, which are often rooted in Euro-centric views and values (i.e. White supremacy). Centering the erotic lived experience and ancestral knowing and healing arts of marginalized people, in addition to, being grounded in the pleasure-manifesto of Audre Lorde's Uses of the Erotic, this workshop introduces an integrative, healing-centered, and spirit-inclusive approach to sex therapy, Somatic Sex Therapy. Somatic Sex Therapy is an intersectional, trauma-informed, sexuality and pleasure-affirming approach to sexology, both in psychotherapy and psychoeducation.

 

STI Check-Up: Trivia Edition w/ Jordan D'Nelle

Get ready to expand your knowledge and delve into the world of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) while having fun and having captivating discussions with a seasoned sexpert aka sexual health expert. Challenge yourself with intriguing trivia questions that cover a wide range of STIs, including their causes, symptoms, prevention methods, and more. Our expert guide will provide valuable insights, debunk myths, and offer practical advice to help you better understand STIs and promote sexual health while leading you through thought-provoking questions designed to educate and entertain. Whether you're a seasoned sexpert or just curious to learn more, this event is for you! This event is sex positive and also tailored to explore STIs outside of traditional understanding.

 

Talk Like a Sexual Intellectual: Fostering LGBTQ+ Health Conversations w/ Simitri Nassar, Nikita Pete, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CCHP, and Ashley James, MHFA

This engaging 90-minute workshop is designed to empower healthcare professionals, educators, and advocates to foster inclusive conversations about LGBTQ+ sexual health, particularly within the realm of HIV prevention for queer individuals. It begins by emphasizing the significance of using appropriate terminology, respecting pronouns, and promoting sexual health inclusivity. Delving deeper, it explores effective communication strategies, stigma reduction, and culturally competent care, with a specific focus on BIPOC queer individuals' needs. Furthermore, attendees will gain valuable insights into accessing and utilizing LGBTQ+ sexual health resources effectively. A unique aspect of the workshop is a Q&A session with Dr. Pete, providing an opportunity for participants to seek clarification, ask sexual health questions, and voice concerns in a supportive environment. By equipping attendees with knowledge and tools, this workshop aims to enhance their ability to support and advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals in HIV prevention efforts, contributing to a more inclusive and

effective healthcare landscape.

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The 3 P’s: Pumps, Prostates, & Perineums w/ Mike Hughes with Kim Himes

In this class we will be touching on prostate, expanding your pump knowledge, and squeezing as much information into you about kegels as possible! Whether you want increased “locker room length”, help with a preexisting condition, or just a harder/stronger performance - this class is for you, so let’s get the blood flowing! Whether this is your first time visiting one of our classes, or you’re a returning friend, we have new things to share and a whole lot more to say about men’s sexual health and wellness!

The Art of Stillness and Self Seduction w/ Perle Noire

Join us for an empowering workshop that incorporates Perle Noire's signature burlesque framework, Healing Through Seduction. This experience includes a short burlesque routine and an invitation to reconnect with your inner diva. The purpose is to give yourself consent to process your light and power without the pressure of giving or receiving the big O for an audience. Embrace the art of stillness and self-seduction, and reclaim your sensuality in a supportive and liberating environment.

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The Build a Daddy Workshop w/ Steph Zapata

What’s a Daddy? Who can be one? What does it take? How do I exuuuude Daddy Energy? Join Steph in this deliciously shame-free session to learn all about your/my/their/our Daddyness. We’ll focus less on definitions and more on building out the characteristics, behaviors, and responsibilities of a Daddy. This workshop is designed to benefit participants who want to embody Daddy and those who just want a really good Daddy. Connecting emotion to character is key in our Build-a-Daddy workshop.

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The More the Merrier: Group Sex 101 w/ Jamie Joy

Dive into the exciting world of group sex with certified sex educator and professional organizer Jamie Joy! Whether you are toying with the idea of a threesome or love to gather your friends for some hot play, this space is for you. We will discuss preparation, logistics, communication tools, positions for a variety of scenarios, toys to support group dynamics, and much more! You will leave ready to bring your fantasies to life. This class is open to all genders, sexualities, and experience levels.

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The Pleasure of Release: A Guided Meditation with Sound Vibrations w/  BK "Jesus Jones" Singleton, Eazy Spliffarachi, & Tristan McClain

This guided meditation session will take you through guided affirmations and release mantras to set you up to receive pleasure. You will experience rhythmic beats and be invited to experience wild, animalistic and orgasmic release. 

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The Sound of Sexual Healing w/ Dr. Orisha Bowers

Come and receive the the healing vibrations of the Orixa Healing Sound Bath. By integrating Sound Healing Therapy with sexual well-being, individuals can access a transformative experience that resonates within their bodies and minds. Sound has the potential to release emotional blockages and promote self-awareness, aiding in the pursuit of a healthier and more fulfilling sexual life.

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Throat Goatin’: Deep Throat Like a Pro w/ Dakota Ramppen*

Outlines the history behind deep throating and it’s journey from trauma to pleasure, safety measures, the do’s and don’ts, and deep throating friendly positions so you can suck dick like a pro.

AASECT CE Credits: 1

CKA: M

Learning Objectives: By the end of this session participants will be able to identify the basics of deep throating so they can level up their head game safely. 

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Throw Play Parties That Pop! w/ William Winters

Anyone can invite a bunch of people over to get naked. But you’re not just anyone: You want to do it well.

• You would like to throw more imaginative parties that people talk about for years to come.

• You want to learn to create sexy gatherings that leave your guests with a deep sense of belonging.

• You want to create sensual experiences that prioritize consent and keep your guests safe(r).

• You want to transform the physical spaces that host your gatherings into a feast for the senses.

In short, you want to throw play parties that POP! In this introductory course you’ll learn basic principles for designing incredibly sexy parties that engage your guests' imaginations, help them feel bought into your event's unique culture, and leave them feeling connected. 

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To Catch & Confront w/ Lady Steele

In BDSM/kink we frequently talk about power & how to wield it to the delight of all involved. However, all across the US we are hearing more & more about predators in our communities. Those that are left in their wake frequently wonder, “how did we not see this”? This class will discuss power versus control; when power disparity crosses into control or worse, abuse; how we can protect our community members; & how to mend the community once a predator is discovered. WARNING: there may be uncomfortable things discussed as stories may be told.

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Touch Me, Tease Me: Commanding the 5 Senses for Pleasure w/ CJ Edwards

Listen, taste, feel, see and touch your way to pleasure. Take yourself on a pleasure mapping journey igniting every sense as you explore. Come learn how to heighten self or couple play to bliss through this interactive workshop. Be prepared to strip, moan, tease and taste with 3sum LLC.

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Unfiltered: Sex, Love & Disability w/ Jay Manuel & Pamela Chavez 

This dynamic workshop dives into the realities of relationships, intimacy, and sexuality within the disabled community. This session will explore challenges, break down stigmas, and celebrate diverse experiences, fostering open and honest conversations about love and desire. Whether you’re navigating these topics personally or seeking to understand better, this workshop offers a respectful and insightful space for all. Join Jay Manuel and Pamela Chavez as they redefine narratives and empower voices often left unheard.

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Unlock Your Multi-Orgasmic Potential w/ Catherine Drysdale

Ready to unlock waves of electrifying, multiple orgasms? Step into Catherine Drysdale’s world with this two-hour workshop to transform your pleasure potential. Arrive early— the first 50 attendees will receive exclusive goodies to help you reach your highest climax yet. We'll start by breaking down barriers with seductive myth-busting and subconscious mind reprogramming techniques like NLP and EFT tapping. Then we’ll turn up the heat in a guided group masturbation session, intensified with hypnotic breathwork designed for people with vulvas (but open to all bodies). 

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Voltage Vortex: A Sensual Exploration of Electro Play Pleasures w/ Mx. Sizzle

Indulge your senses in "Voltage Vortex," a workshop that delves into the tantalizing realm of electro play. Discover the electrifying combination of sensory stimulation and pleasure as we explore safe and consensual techniques, sparking a new dimension of intimate connection.​

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Who All Gone Be There: A Panel on Consent and Vetting Spaces w/ Amina Peterson, Jackie Wren, Mxtr Oya, Eli Daniel

This panel introduces vetting and consent in safe spaces for Black and brown bodied people.

*Only People who Identify and Present as POC*

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