EVENT DESCRIPTION
So you know you are kinky, now what? How do you advocate for yourself, explore your needs and desires, and set the container to negotiate the scene you want when playing or practicing? In this discussion-based class, we will explore common negotiation language and tactics. We will share experiences and tips, and then provide time for questions and for participants to get hands-on negotiation practice. This class is open to and useful for ALL levels. We encourage folks who may be looking for a refresh to join. Please feel free to come with specific questions for the group.
Please note: this is NOT a place to find play partners or pick up play, but rather a space to learn how to negotiate and communicate effectively. This workshop is NOT a play space.
WHAT TO BRING
- A mat or blanket to sit on
- A notebook and writing utencil
SCHEDULE
- 7:30pm – Doors Open
- 7:45pm – 8:45pm – Negotiation presentation and group discussion
- 8:45pm – 9:45pm – Hands on practice and group reflections
VENUE & ACCESSIBILITY
The venue is located in Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA. Exact location will be given to confirmed ticket holders.
- The class space is on the third floor of the building. There is currently no elevator access.
- The studio is shoe-free. Shoes must be removed before entering the studio space. There are multiple shoe racks right outside the studio door.
- The venue is a 10 minute walk from the Green Street stop on the Orange Line or a 2 min walk from the 41 & 39 bus stops.
- Parking is available at City of Boston Municipal Lot #6 on Burroughs Street. It’s free and only a 2-3 minute walk away. There is also free street parking available near the venue.
TICKETS & PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payments will be processed through Eventbrite with sliding scale pricing. All General Admission tickets provide the same entry (1 person per ticket) to the event. Pricing is access-based, not “pay what you want”. If you benefit from systemic privilege, please consider paying more.
If you would like to attend but finances or paying through Eventbrite is a barrier for you, please email us at [email protected] or send us a message on Fetlife or Instagram @SMartBostonCo. Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.
If you would like to make a contribution to SBC to support our instructors, opperations, and future events, please select the Donation ticket. Please note that donation tickets do not provide admittance to the event and are not tax deductible.
DRESS CODE
Dress comfortably or as if you were going to a yoga class. Shorts, sports bras, tank tops, and leggings are welcome. There is no nudity allowed in this class. This is not a play space.
REFUND POLICY
We are able to issue refunds, upon request, if we are able to fill your spot at the event. We will also consider issuing refunds in cases with extenuating circumstances. We are always happy to accept unused tickets as donations. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please email us at [email protected] so we can open a spot on the waitlist for another kinkster. No refunds will be issued within 24 hours of the event.
ABOUT THE PRESENTERS
Roosiieebee (Rosie, she/her) is a switchy polyamorous pansexual who first tied someone up over 10 years ago. She enjoys bringing her chaotic energy to rope scenes whether she’s tying or being tied. A born and bred New Englander, she’s Boston based and part of SMart Boston Collab, and loves spending time doing kinky, witchy, Jewish shit. She’s passionate about exploring inclusivity in rope, particularly representation of fat folks and bodies of all different abilities.
Living up to her name, Tori (FearlesMasochist) has a rope bottoming career starting in 2015, spanning across multiple communities involving diverse and intense sadistic rope styles; most recently expanding into education with several classes across the US and at EURIX. She is a big advocate for community and is a mentor with the New England Mentorship Program and an organizer for SMart Boston Collab. Tori has also taught and performed for many organizations and events, including Dark Odyssey, Tethered Together, EURIX, TES, Upline Studio, Bound in Boston, and the Kit Kat Club. Tori has developed a deep dedication to masochism, from what started as a bedroom spanking fetish and a love of contact sports. Always up for a challenge, she can be seen hanging upside down from a rig somewhere in Boston.