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.
This event will take place in Somerville, MA.
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 notebook and writing utencil
- There will be some seating, but you are also welcome to bring a mat or blanket to sit on
SCHEDULE
- 7:30 – 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 Somerville, MA. Exact location will be given to confirmed ticket holders.
- The class space is in the basement of the building. There is elevator access from the ground floor to the basement.
- There is an ADA compliant, gender neutral bathroom on the ground floor of the building.
TRANSPORTATION
- The venue has a free dedicated parking lot, in addition to metered street parking. There are two dedicated handicap parking spaces.
- There is a free overflow parking lot a 5 min walk away.
- The venue is a 10 minute walk from the Magoun Square stop on the Green Line or a 1 min walk from the 88 and 90 buses, both accessible from the Red Line.
TICKETS & PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payments will be processed through Eventbrite with sliding scale pricing. All 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 for a discussion based class. 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 due to event details that are publicly available (such as venue details, transportation, waiver requirement, or vetting requirements), we do not consider this an extenuating circumstance and reserve the right to adhere to our refund policy.
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.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Please review our Code of Conduct before arriving at the class. A consent workshop will take place at the beginning of class. If you have not attended SBC’s consent workshop previously, you MUST be present for the consent workshop portion of the class. All attendees will be required to sign a waiver and our code of conduct before taking part in any SBC class or event.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Attendees of all events are encouraged to be fully vaccinated and boosted. We also encourage folks to practice regular at home testing before events to ensure you are COVID negative. Attendees are required to STAY HOME from any event, and notify organizers of their absence, if they are feeling at all ill.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
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.