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SUMMARY:Delving into CNC as a Bottom: Navigating Vulnerability\, Trust\, and Empowerment with Alisa Millard
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nConsensual non-consent (CNC) can be an intensely powerful and transformative experience\, but it also requires a strong foundation of trust\, communication\, and emotional awareness. This workshop is designed to guide bottoms in exploring the depth and complexity of CNC play in a safe\, reflective\, and empowering way. \nIn this in-person class\, we will: \n\nDeshame the desire for CNC play and explore its transformative potential.\nIdentify what you want to experience from CNC scenes and how to communicate those desires.\nDiscuss emotional preparation and tools for managing vulnerability during a scene.\nLearn practical techniques for building trust with your partner and engaging in CNC safely.\nExplore post-scene care strategies to foster empowerment and emotional resilience.\n\nThe workshop includes a blend of lecture\, audience questions\, and interactive exercises designed to encourage reflection and playful exploration. While a basic understanding of CNC is helpful\, it is not required to attend. Participants will leave with handouts to support their continued journey of self-discovery and empowerment in CNC dynamics. \nWhether you are new to CNC or have some experience\, this class will offer you practical tools and insights to deepen your connection to yourself and your partner(s) through consensual non-consent play. \nPresenter Bio\nAlisa is a Somatica trained sex and relationship coach and the founder of Intimacy Illumination. With a passion for de-shamifying sexual and relationship experiences\, Alisa specializes in helping individuals and couples deepen their connections\, enhance communication\, and explore their desires in a judgment-free environment. As an active member of both the kink and LGBTQIA communities\, Alisa brings a unique\, inclusive perspective to her work\, ensuring that all clients feel seen\, respected\, and empowered in their journey toward deeper intimacy and self-awareness. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/delving-into-cnc-as-a-bottom-navigating-vulnerability-trust-and-empowerment-with-alisa-millard/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Electro Play with Alixzander
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nDo you feel a tingle in the air? It’s electric! Electro-play is one of the most versatile styles of kink\, but most folks only scratch the surface. This class explores electro play from the technology to the technical\, with the goal to expand your electrical horizons. Curious how to use electro-play for sex? Want to make your shocks more painful? Want to make the most out of a cheap TENS unit? Then this highly charged class is for you! \nPresenter Bio\nDevious & Delightful\, Vibrant & Violent. Alixzander is a sadomasochistic switch\, with a penchant for the dark\, wild\, and insane. They enjoy sensory deprivation\, putting cocks in their mouth\, needles to the head\, having fun things put in them\, electrocuting boys\, and much much more. \nAlixzander is one of the hosts of Queer Identifying n Kinky (QINK) and Crucible Rendezvous\, which are monthly parties held at The Crucible. They are the former Education Director of Black Rose\, and is currently on staff for Camp Crucible\, Cruciblecon\, Fornucopia\, Femme Fatale Co.\, LOBO\, TES Fest\, and CLAW.  \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/introduction-to-electro-play-with-alixzander/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T213000
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SUMMARY:Community Outreach: Topping with Disabled or Injured Body with Skeleton_Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nAll tops have bodies that need care and have limits. Images of a top and instructions on how to top for impact rarely have disabled and/or injured bodies in mind. How do you blissfully beat someone if you have limited mobility? How do you wonderfully overwhelm a bottom if you feel close to fainting every time you go up and down? In this class\, we will cover different ways to adjust topping to fit the varying needs of a variety of bodies. The class will finish with a demo. \nPresenter Bio\nSkeleton_Bitch (they/he/she)\, aka Lizzie\, aka Picasso of Pain\, is a disabled\, genderfluid dominant/sadist/artist. They are one of the hosts of the monthly queer-centered play party\, @qinkdc\, and the Director of Education for @br_BlackRose. They have been participating in kink since 2006 and part of the DMV kink community since 2022. They have been navigating the nuances of being kinky while living with multiple chronic illnesses and being autistic with ADHD (AuDHD) and what that means for them as a dominant\, top\, and organizer. They also love artistic\, high-concept scenes that bring various media and forms of expression to play. \nThis is a community outreach event and attendance is free of charge to current members and folks newer to Black Rose.\nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/community-outreach-topping-with-disabled-or-injured-body-with-skeleton_bitch/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T213000
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SUMMARY:Booty Basics: Anal For Anyone with Jamie Joy
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nCome find out why the butt is the universal wonder of the world in this fun and informative class on anal pleasure! Whether you are new to butt stuff or a regular through the back door\, this space is for you. We will discuss anatomy\, preparation\, communication\, prostate techniques\, toys\, positions\, and more! You will leave ready to begin or advance your journey through the booty. This class is open to all genders\, sexualities\, and experience levels. Class will include a live demo. \nPresenter Bio\nJamie Joy (they/them) is a queer trans Jewish sex educator and hungry slut for freaky fantasies and kinky perversions. Their life and work is committed to spreading joy\, pleasure\, and consent through community organizing. As a triple fire sign Sagittarius\, Jamie Joy is passionate about dancing while eating\, playing sadistically with flaming floggers\, and teaching people about the wonders of anal fisting. They are always excited to connect with new friends; you can find them on Instagram @badjewboy or email them at jamiejoyeducation@gmail.com. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/booty-basics-anal-for-anyone-with-jamie-joy/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T213000
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SUMMARY:The Ins and Outs of Strap-On Sex with Jamie Joy
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nGrab your harness and get ready to learn the ins and outs of strap-on sex! Whether you are just getting started or have been strapping for years\, this space is for you. Topics will include: picking the right harness and toy\, communication\, positions for giver & receiver\, toy additions\, g-spot and p-spot techniques\, and more! You will walk away feeling prepared and confident to harness the power of your strap. \nPresenter Bio\nJamie Joy (they/them) is a queer trans Jewish sex educator and hungry slut for freaky fantasies and kinky perversions. Their life and work is committed to spreading joy\, pleasure\, and consent through community organizing. As a triple fire sign Sagittarius\, Jamie Joy is passionate about dancing while eating\, playing sadistically with flaming floggers\, and teaching people about the wonders of anal fisting. They are always excited to connect with new friends; you can find them on Instagram @badjewboy or email them at jamiejoyeducation@gmail.com. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/the-ins-and-outs-of-strap-on-sex-with-jamie-joy-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T213000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Blow Jobs 101 with MoProblems
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED DUE WEATHER. THIS CLASS IS RESCHEDULED FOR 13 MAY.\nClass Description\nFrom anniversary presents to strangers in airport bathrooms\, Blowjobs are a ubiquitous part of our sexual culture\, and frankly can be fun to give and receive\, but most of us never get any instruction on how to best suck dick\, or what to do with our hands.This class is intended to review the basics of providing or receiving fellatio\, and create a space for the sharing of best practices on how to pleasure partners with penises. \nWe’ll go over the art of giving a blowjob\, starting before anything is ever in a mouth to how to know if you’ve finished. As penis are as diverse as those of us who have them\, we’ll go over factors that can impact pleasure for both giver and receiver\, including basic anatomy of a penis. We’ll also go over communication before during and after a blowjob so you can continue to improve your skills as an oral top or bottom. \nNo supplies are needed for this class\, but feel free to bring your favorite phallus or phallic objects to practice on. This is not a deepthroating class\, so no need to break out the bananas or eggplants\, though they’re always welcome. \nWhether you’re a cocksucker extraordinaire or have just recently been a little curious about penises\, this class aims to provide you with something new. All skill levels\, experiences\, and anatomies are welcome. \nPresenter Bio\nMo or @MoProblems (any/all) is a queer genderfluid kinkster entering a second year in the local DC scene. Mo has been exploring what it means to exist on both sides of the slash. A frequent student of Black Rose\, Mo is a new presenter with a decade of experience as a trainer and coach\, and nearly 20 years of experience with both sides of a blowjob. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/blow-jobs-101-with-moproblems-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:!Exception
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T213000
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SUMMARY:Eating Out with Carmen Monoxide
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nIn this course\, we’ll go over classic and creative methods for orally warming up\, bringing to climax\, and cooling down your partner’s vagina or ass. \nPresenter Bio\nA former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy\, Carmen Monoxide (she/they) also works as a kink professional\, event organizer\, sex educator\, and relationship coach. She has presented for small\, medium\, and large events across North America. She founded Femme Fatale\, a kink event company\, and throws monthly parties in the Washington\, DC area. She sometimes takes her clothes off and performs onstage and on camera\, and is passionate about helping people overcome fear and shame in order to have authentic\, fulfilling\, sexy experiences. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/eating-out-with-carmen-monoxide-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T213000
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SUMMARY:Whipflix 2: Electric Boogaloo with NotSoVeganRob
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nSo you’ve been cracking\, but want to expand your game. Maybe you wanna improve your accuracy to really get those sensitive spots? Or just looking for some ways to practice solo? This is really hands on class\, with a focus on mechanics and technique. \nPresenter Bio\nRob is a whip maker and whip enthusiast who has been in the DMV kink community since moving there in 2018. Coming from rural North Carolina to an amazing hotspot for debauchery\, he found himself being drawn more and more to teaching and education. He enjoys working hands-on with others to improve their skills. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/whipflix-2-electric-boogaloo-with-notsoveganrob-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20241124T183435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T183435Z
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SUMMARY:Whipflix and Chill with NotSoVeganRob
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nA workshop on diversifying your whip throwing style. This will be a hands-on class getting into different types of throwing styles to add dynamics and creativity to your scene\, as well as techniques for safety routines that work well for leather or nylon singletails. \nPresenter Bio\nRob is a whip maker and whip enthusiast who has been in the DMV kink community since moving there in 2018. Coming from rural North Carolina to an amazing hotspot for debauchery\, he found himself being drawn more and more to teaching and education. He enjoys working hands-on with others to improve their skills. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/whipflix-and-chill-with-notsoveganrob-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T183233Z
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SUMMARY:Sensation Play 101 with Monique
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nDelve into the world of sensation as an independent scene or an extension of a more involved scene. Learn techniques\, strategies\, and ideas to enrich your current experiences with different sensations. We’ll also touch on pervertibles and different methods of using tools you may already own to deepen and enrich your kinky explorations. \nPurpose: To introduce sensation & sensory play both as independent scenes and as enhancements to more complex scenes. \nStructure: Mostly lecture but there will be plenty of opportunity for engagement throughout. \nExpected Outcomes: For people to think more deeply and broadly about the breadth of their scenes and expand their repertoire for more enriched scenes and experiences. \nSupplies Attendees need to bring: N/A \nSkill Level: Beginner+ \nPresenter Bio\nMonique is a submissive\, masochistic\, ethical non-monogamist. She’s been involved in the local kink scene since 2015. She’s generally a bottom\, but has been sighted topping at special events. You can also find her regularly greeting or running the Sensation Station demos D101 or teaching at Gateway. \nShe’s also a little who drinks lots of coffee. So if you see her running in circles\, it’s fine. She’s a fan of coloring\, cuddling\, flogging\, and punching. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/sensation-play-101-with-monique/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20241113T021113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T021113Z
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SUMMARY:Beginnings & Endings: Transitioning Into & Out of Scenes with AbundantMischief
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nEver get excited while making play plans\, but then feel unsure of how to start once it’s time to play? Do you start to get tired or feel “done” mid-scene\, but are uncertain about how to wind things down? \nThis class provides tools and strategies for navigating the transitions between everyday life and play time\, and back again\, including: \n\nStrategies for shifting your focus in preparation for a scene\nHow to set the mood for the kind of scene you and your play partner want to have\nApproaches to starting a scene\, for both tops and bottoms\nConsiderations for which starting approaches work best for various types of play\nApproaches for ending a scene\, for both tops and bottoms\nConsiderations for which ending approaches are most suitable for various mid-scene situations\nStrategies for providing smooth transitions from play headspace to aftercare to everyday life\n\nPresenter Bio\nAbundantMischief is a queer polyamorous toppy switch\, gleeful sadomasochist\, and enthusiastic boot fetishist. She has been active in the Northeast US kink community for over 16 years\, and enjoys bringing crossover knowledge from her 2 decades of experience as a professional dancer\, circus artist\, and performing arts educator into her kink teaching. She has taught for Dark Odyssey\, TES\, TESFest\, Tethered Together\, IMsLBB\, Pragmatic Kink\, MAsT: Auckland\, CUFF\, House of Kush\, House of SCK\, and Black Rose. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/beginnings-endings-transitioning-into-out-of-scenes-with-abundantmischief/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T002959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002959Z
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SUMMARY:NO CLASS - New Year's Eve
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://br.org/event/no-class-new-years-eve/
CATEGORIES:!Exception,Tuesday Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T002806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002806Z
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SUMMARY:NO CLASS - Christmas Eve
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://br.org/event/no-class-christmas-eve/
CATEGORIES:!Exception,Tuesday Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T002334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002334Z
UID:10000275-1734465600-1734471000@br.org
SUMMARY:BDSM Fuck-Ups: How They Happen and How to Move Past Them with Carmen Monoxide
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nNo one is perfect\, and everyone is bound to screw up in some capacity over time. Preventing problems before they happen is great\, but how you respond to a scene gone sideways or making a mistake is equally important\, with big repercussions for everyone involved. This class utilizes discussion and case study-style re-enactments to break down common errors and best practices for players. This class features discussion of consent violations\, abuse\, and assault as an integral part of the educational content. A TW will be provided at the beginning of class.\n \nPresenter Bio\nA former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy\, Carmen Monoxide (she/they) also works as a kink professional\, event organizer\, sex educator\, and relationship coach. She has presented for small\, medium\, and large events across North America. She founded Femme Fatale\, a kink event company\, and throws monthly parties in the Washington\, DC area. She sometimes takes her clothes off and performs onstage and on camera\, and is passionate about helping people overcome fear and shame in order to have authentic\, fulfilling\, sexy experiences. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/bdsm-fuck-ups-how-they-happen-and-how-to-move-past-them-with-carmen-monoxide/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T002003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002003Z
UID:10000273-1733860800-1733866200@br.org
SUMMARY:Bondage on a Budget (Community Outreach Class) with Doña NyteMare
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nStarting out into this wonderful world of kink doesn’t have to cost you an arm and leg. I will show you some creative and inexpensive ways to enjoy kink and not break the bank. \nPresenter Bio\nI have been active in the kink community since 1998\, beginning as a submissive and now as a dominant. I am the happy owner of my boy Len for the past 8 years and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.\n \nAs a Community Outreach event\, this class is free. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/bondage-on-a-budget-community-outreach-class-with-dona-nytemare/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T002114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002114Z
UID:10000274-1733256000-1733261400@br.org
SUMMARY:Mummification with Blackthorne
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nIn this class we will talk about safety precautions\, materials\, forms of mummification and sensory deprivation and some activities to enjoy while encased. The main material involved in the demo portion will be pallet wrap\, but other forms and materials will be discussed and several examples will be available to see and feel. \nPresenter Bio\nBlackthorne (Stephen) has been involved in the DC scene since 1999 and has been involved with The Crucible since joining the public scene\, and is now a manager and Board member for the organization. He has taught several classes for events such as Camp Crucible\, TESFest\, Floating World\, and the Black Rose conventions\, as well as for the Black Rose organization\, BESS\, Baltimore Playhouse\, and The Crucible at Dungeon 101. He enjoys many kinks\, mummification among them. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/mummification-with-blackthorne-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T001816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T001816Z
UID:10000272-1732651200-1732656600@br.org
SUMMARY:Your PhD in Understanding Submissives with Undergroundsea
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nTake away models and terminology that will help you understand\, negotiate\, and (for s-types) explain your brand of submission. Learn about (a) 6 types of masochism\, (b) 3 core languages of D/s\, (c) 5 need centers of submissives\, (d) 9 motivation types of service submissives\, and (e) 2 distinct types of humiliation play. This class brings together highlights of multiple classes to give a broader picture of how submissives are wired. It often prompts breakthrough discussions for attendees. \nHelpful to \n\nDominants who wish for a broader understanding of submissives\nSubmissives who wish to learn models and terminology to examine and articulate their submission\n\nPresenter Bio\nUndergroundsea has been in kink for 20+ years. He presents nationally to help people understand kink\, especially submission.\n \nHe serves on Advisory Board for DomCon BDSM weekend conventions. He previously wrote BDSM columns\, represented BDSM on college campuses and mainstream forums\, and chaired Austin TNG.\n \nHe splits time between Austin and DC. He performed with a DC kinky burlesque/comedy troupe. He helped keep Austin weird by arranging fetish nights where he wrote\, performed in\, and picked music for fetish shows. BDSM influences his artistic expression in the form of fetish photography\, DJing music\, dance\, writings\, and kinky stand-up comedy. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/your-phd-in-understanding-submissives-with-undergroundsea/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240925T001455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T001455Z
UID:10000271-1732046400-1732051800@br.org
SUMMARY:Fantasies Realized: The Art of Role Playing in Kink Content with Alisa Millard
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nReady to dive into your wildest fantasies? Join us for a playful and immersive workshop designed to help you bring your erotic role-play scenes to life! Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced player\, this class will guide you through exploring fantasies\, building characters\, and staying in the moment. \nWe’ll kick things off with a fun embodiment exercise to get you moving\, then dive into the juicy stuff—how to talk about your fantasies\, negotiate scenes\, and use breathwork and rituals to fully embody your character. Plus\, you’ll get tips on how to stay in the zone and navigate any slip-ups. \nWe’ll also cover the essentials of consent\, boundaries\, and aftercare to make sure your play is safe\, sexy\, and satisfying. By the end\, you’ll feel empowered to create hotter\, more connected role-play experiences. \nDuration: 75 minutes\nWho Should Attend: Kinksters of all levels \nPresenter Bio\nAlisa is a Somatica trained sex and relationship coach and the founder of Intimacy Illumination. With a passion for de-shamifying sexual and relationship experiences\, Alisa specializes in helping individuals and couples deepen their connections\, enhance communication\, and explore their desires in a judgment-free environment. As an active member of both the kink and LGBTQIA communities\, Alisa brings a unique\, inclusive perspective to her work\, ensuring that all clients feel seen\, respected\, and empowered in their journey toward deeper intimacy and self-awareness. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/fantasies-realized-the-art-of-role-playing-in-kink-content-with-alisa-millard/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240904T002931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T002931Z
UID:10000268-1731441600-1731447000@br.org
SUMMARY:Delicious Deprivation with TouchDeep and HeartBound
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nSensory deprivation is hot and powerful! This hands-on workshop is an excursion into using deprivation of sight\, hearing\, speech\, and touch to create deep\, intense experiences. We’ll go from beginning to advanced level with tools and techniques that Integrate into all aspects of kink. There are lots of opportunities throughout the workshop to get actual experience. \nPresenter Bio\nTouchDeep and HeartBound have brought their highly-engaging\, authentic style of presenting to dozens of events across the country. Their classes are about creating deep human connection\, sensual touch\, and exploring the sacred sexual completeness of the body/mind/spirit relationship (but without all of that “woo” talk!)\, in the context of kink and BDSM. \nThey lead practical\, energetic\, “try-it-now” classes\, that are often full-immersion\, dynamic\, hands-on experiences! All are hot\, fun\, and intense. \nYou’ll be delighted by their pretense-free\, down-to-earth\, classes that are superbly organized and fully researched. They love what they do (and each other: they’re lifetime-committed polyamorous partners)\, and it shows in every way. Participants love their unique approach to presenting! \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/delicious-deprivation-with-touchdeep-and-heartbound/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240904T002757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T002757Z
UID:10000267-1730836800-1730842200@br.org
SUMMARY:Creating Intimacy and Connection within a Rope Scene with Sam
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nSo you know how to tie a single column\, maybe you can even throw on a harness… but past patterns and knots\, there is a lovely person at the end of our ropes…\nso how do we go from just using our technical skills\, to creating a real connection with the person you’re tying? Whether you’re new\, experienced\, tying someone for the first time or with your established rope partner\, this class will show you ways and concepts to create impactful intimacy in your rope scenes and beyond. \nRope is the conduit\, connection is the goal. \nPurpose: Teaching skills & concepts to Rope tops & switches on how to create connection in and out of a rope scene. \nStructure will be a mix of lecture\, Demoing\, and some exercises for participants. \nI would recommend folks bring at least 1-2 hanks of rope\, and shears/cutting device. \nSkill level: Any\, preferably at least comfortable tying a single column of their choice. \nPresenter Bio\nSam (they/them) is a queer\, non-binary\, neurodivergent\, rope-obsessed goblin with a great love for movement\, all things touch\, and learning the what/why/how of connection between beings. Basically\, an intimacy slut. They’ve been a rope bottom for 7 years\, switch/self-tier/Top for 2 years\, and a kinkster longer than that. \nAs a certified Professional Cuddler\, they are passionate about touch rooted in consent and pleasure\, and will scream from the rooftops about how connection is vital to healing and living a joyful life. \nThis goblin helps perpetuate the rope bottom to self tier to Top pipeline and is proud of it.  \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/creating-intimacy-and-connection-within-a-rope-scene-with-sam/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240812T235341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T235341Z
UID:10000264-1730232000-1730237400@br.org
SUMMARY:The Wide World of Emotional Masochism with Tom B
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nHave you ever seen a bottom fall to their knees blushing and squirming and found it amazingly hot? Have you watched a top reduce their bottom to tears with words alone\, then seen them happily cuddled up together not long after? Have you ever wondered: what is it about playing with our emotions and our egos that is so hot and often so edgy? \nIn this class we will talk about why you may want to engage in this kind of play\, discuss how to get started and what to watch out for\, explain the differences between humiliation and degradation\, and go over a wide range of ideas on how to start exploring this area of kink. Please come and share your own experiences and creative ideas as well! \nPresenter Bio\nTom has been around the DC kink community for over 20 years. He is a Black Rose Emeritus Board Member\, Crucible manager\, and event photographer. You will just as likely find him working behind a desk as you will find him lovingly hurting friends. He was born and raised in the Northern VA area and currently lives with his wonderful wife\, multiple kittens and an older pupper. Always there is far too much to do and too little time to do it. \nHumiliation and power exchange were the catalysts which got him into the BDSM community in the first place. From some very confusing teen years\, into realizing he greatly wanted to actually engage in this kind of thing\, it was always there as part of what he wanted to do. Tom loves to put on his ‘helpful’ hat and give useful or “useful” ideas to those that want to play with these sorts of things. \nHis other passion is photography. If there is a camera allowed\, you will almost always find Tom behind the lens. Going by the name ShutterDoll\, he loves to be able to capture a moment\, a memory\, or just an excellent whip strike. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/the-wide-world-of-emotional-masochism-with-tom-b/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240802T195729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T195729Z
UID:10000261-1729627200-1729632600@br.org
SUMMARY:Torture/ Interrogation with Mister Chris
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nWhat is your name? What is your Quest? What is your favorite color? \nWe have ways of making you talk. \nTorture and Interrogation have many faces: polite interviews\, fear play\, targeted application of pain\, threats and coercion\, compromise\, and punishment. What is most important for a powerful and successful scene is “What is the story?” you can both agree on. Without buy-in\, it’s hard to keep a straight face while trying to enjoy this type of scene. \nWe’ll discuss how to set up your story\, what you want the energy to be in your scene\, how to use props and costume\, setting up the long game\, and some of the intense pre-negotiation needed\, as well as the aftercare that can sometimes come as a surprise to partners. \nWith tips and focus areas for both tops and bottoms\, this class is sure to get to the heart of the matter. \nPresenter Bio\nMister Chris has been making knives for 28 years\, and using them in BDSM since 2017. An experienced teacher of technical skills\, he is the instructor at Blacksmith’s Guild of the Potomac\, co-founded the non-profit Resilience Forge working with wounded veterans\, and appeared twice on History Channel’s “Forged in Fire.” \nMister Chris lives in Alexandria\, Virginia\, with his spouse and dogs\, and is multi-partnered. He is constantly expanding his play style to include managing high-risk techniques\, total power exchange\, and mindful kink practices. He is a BDSM Sadist\, Leatherman\, and evolving Master in power exchange relationships. He enjoys building toys and tools for BDSM friends and vends at the Leather Flea and Play event at The Crucible. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/torture-interrogation-with-mister-chris/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240812T235152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T235152Z
UID:10000263-1729022400-1729027800@br.org
SUMMARY:The Edge of Desire: Knife Play 101 with Jamie Joy
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nCome sharpen your skills in this edgy and seductive workshop on Knife Play for the bold and adventurous! From selecting the perfect blade to building a heart-pounding scene\, this class promises to send shivers down your spine. Our skilled instructor will cover the essential principles of safety\, consent\, and effective communication\, so that you can engage in this powerful form of sensation play with confidence and care. We will cover different types of knives\, sensual and sadistic techniques\, using knives for impact play\, how to remove clothes with a knife\, temperature play with knives\, and knife fucking. Through explicit live demonstration\, you will learn how to create a thrilling yet controlled experience for you and your partners. This class is open to all genders\, sexualities\, and experience levels. Come and play! \nPresenter Bio\nJamie Joy (they/them) is a queer trans Jewish sex educator and hungry slut for freaky fantasies and kinky perversions. Their life and work is committed to spreading joy\, pleasure\, and consent through community organizing. As a triple fire sign Sagittarius\, Jamie Joy is passionate about dancing while eating\, playing sadistically with flaming floggers\, and teaching people about the wonders of anal fisting. They are always excited to connect with new friends; you can find them on Instagram @badjewboy or email them at jamiejoyeducation@gmail.com. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/the-edge-of-desire-knife-play-101-with-jamie-joy/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240904T002547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T002547Z
UID:10000266-1728417600-1728423000@br.org
SUMMARY:Fire Play 101 - Fire Fundamentals with Caramel_Sutra
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nFire Play can take many forms and shapes\, but it all starts with the fundamentals. This class is intended as an introduction to fire play to learn the basic practical skills necessary to incorporate fire play in a risk-aware manner and navigate fire-based hazards. Various styles and application techniques will be shown to give a glimpse into the wide range of possibilities of fire play. \n** This class will have live lit flames during the fire theory and demonstration of basic fire techniques portions of the class. Please come and join me as we take a look at fire play from the kindling up and we’ll discuss the following topics: \n\nWhat is Fire Play?\nHow does Fire Work? Fire Theory and More\nFire Safety and First Aid Essentials\nNegotiating for Fire Play for Tops and Bottoms\nDetermining A Fire Play Space\nFire Kit Essentials\nTips and Advice for Fire Bottoming\nBasic Fire Techniques and Positions\n\nPresenter Bio\nCaramel_Sutra (He/Him) is a queer POC extrovert currently based in the DMV area. He takes inspiration from music and science with a heavy splash of sadism to create exciting and fun scenes. It’s been almost two decades since he found his home in the kink\, alt lifestyle\, and queer communities\, and is showing no signs of slowing down. He finds joy in bringing people together and creating spaces through community organizing. Outside of the kink community\, you can find him playing bass guitar\, practicing acroyoga and circus arts\, and lifting weights around to appease his inner himbo. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/fire-play-101-fire-fundamentals-with-caramel_sutra/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240714T210557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T234958Z
UID:10000201-1727812800-1727818200@br.org
SUMMARY:Build-A-Fear Workshop: Fear Play 101 with Alixzander
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nThis class explores how a player can effectively create situations and environments that elicit a fear response from their partner. Fear can be used independently as its own scene\, or used as a tool within a scene to enhance the experience. In this interactive learning experience\, participants will explore fear through the five senses. Throughout\, participants will both learn tools to better utilize fear\, as well as develop their own personal methods in producing a fear response. This class is hands-on\, encouraging participants to dive into what makes them (or their partners) shudder with fear. \nPresenter Bio\nAlixzander has been described as the energizer bunny of the DMV BDSM Scene. He currently sits on the board of Black Rose\, and serves as the Director of Education. He is also a manager at The Crucible\, staff for both Camp Crucible and CrucibleCon\, and is proud to be one of the event hosts of Queer Identifying N Kinky (QINK). Alixzander considers BDSM his art form\, and he loves to create. As a fear player who plays on both sides of the slash\, Alixzander enjoys bringing his nightmares to life. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/build-a-fear-workshop-fear-play-101-with-alixzander/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240802T195531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T195531Z
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SUMMARY:Negotiations with MoProblems
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nYou don’t get what you don’t ask for. The first step in any amazing scene is a strong negotiation\, but kinksters aren’t always using the same language\, and it can be nerve wracking to ask for something new or risky. This class will cover how to establish boundaries\, express desires\, and ensure all parties’ needs are met through practical exercises and real-world scenarios. \nWe’ll approach negotiation with an emphasis on the importance of clear communication\, consent\, and mutual understanding. Desires and boundaries both have nuance\, and we’ll tackle how to first understand what you want\, and how to express that to others. \nNo conversation on negotiation is complete without addressing the psychology of power dynamics\, the role of safewords\, and the importance of aftercare; we’ll provide participants with the tools to create safe\, consensual\, and fulfilling scenes from the moment an idea pops into your head\, until you’ve finished aftercare. The course will cover techniques for addressing unexpected situations\, managing emotional responses\, and maintaining a balance of power that respects all participants’ limits and desires \nAfter this course you should be able to navigate even the most complex negotiations with confidence and empathy. \nPresenter Bio\nMo or @MoProblems (any/all) is a queer genderfluid kinkster entering a second year in the local DC scene. Mo has been exploring what it means to exist on both sides of the slash. A frequent student of Black Rose\, Mo is a new presenter with a decade of experience as a trainer and coach\, and nearly 20 years of experience with both sides of a blowjob. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/negotiations-with-moproblems/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
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SUMMARY:Rubber Bands\, Sting One and Sting Two with Shanghai
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nRubber bands\, friend or foe? Not just for the office anymore\, rubber bands can offer a pinchy\, stingy feeling or can pack a wallop that they won’t see coming. For over 10 years Shanghai has been teaching people how to pervert the lowly rubber band into something to be feared\, revered\, and steered clear of. And yet\, they always come back for more! (This class has a hands-on component towards the end where attendees can make their rubber band toys with supplies I provide.) \nPresenter Bio\nShanghai is a former DMV area local who grew up in the suburbs of the nation’s capital and now resides in the Tampa Bay\, FL area after retiring from the corporate world in 2019. In 1999 she found out that there was a name for what she had been attracted to most of her life\, that there were people with like minds and interests just waiting to teach her more\, and that BSDM could be practiced in a loving and caring relationship. She finally burst onto the local Washington\, DC scene in early 2000\, quickly outgrew the idea that she was submissive\, and embraced her true calling as a Top. \nIn her 20-plus years in the scene\, Shanghai has presented and taught for The Crucible\, Black Rose\, Camp Crucible\, and smaller more intimate groups on various topics that include foot worship\, dungeon etiquette\, single tail\, rubber bands\, and clothespins. Along with her husband\, she has presented on more taboo subjects. Shanghai became the ‘Godmother’ of Camp Crucible’s Kidnapping Event when Frazier and Susan asked her to design and devise the event for the first camp in 2004. She is proud to have held the position of head of kidnapping until she hung up her boots to raise her family. \nShe served as Frazier’s right-hand and General Manager for many years at the Crucible location on Half Street and retired from the Board of Directors when she moved to Florida with K13\, her husband and partner of 24 years\, and their two spoiled rotten dogs. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/rubber-bands-sting-one-and-sting-two-with-shanghai/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240726T190243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T201733Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Vetting (Community Outreach Class) with Alex McGeorge
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nMany of you asked for a virtual version of September 10th’s Vetting Class and we heard you! See the Zoom link below. \nBDSM is impossible to do without risk. One of the key factors to consider is the person(s) you’re doing BDSM with. How do we figure out what risks come from the humans we do BDSM with? This class will cover vetting potential play partners for different scenarios and risk profiles. The goal is to guide attendees towards determining their personal list of essential questions to ask during vetting\, how to analyze the information provided by a human sources (including themselves) and making decisions based on that information. \nPresenter Bio\nAlex McGeorge has been involved with BDSM in the DMV for a truly boring amount of time. He currently is best known as co-organizer and event runner for The Crucible’s Dungeon 101. Alex has taught on spanking since 2012 through Dungeon 101 and at events for Black Rose\, FetFest\, CLAW Getaway 2022 and internationally. When not enjoying the suffering of others Alex works on the offensive side of computer security for a cloud provider\, enjoys running around in nature and sometimes indulging in his compulsion to get into places he’s not supposed to be. \nAs a Community Outreach event\, this class is free. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/virtual-vetting-community-outreach-class-with-alex-mcgeorge/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T024810Z
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SUMMARY:Vetting (Community Outreach Class) with Alex McGeorge
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nBDSM is impossible to do without risk. One of the key factors to consider is the person(s) you’re doing BDSM with. How do we figure out what risks come from the humans we do BDSM with? This class will cover vetting potential play partners for different scenarios and risk profiles. The goal is to guide attendees towards determining their personal list of essential questions to ask during vetting\, how to analyze the information provided by a human sources (including themselves) and making decisions based on that information. \nPresenter Bio\nAlex McGeorge has been involved with BDSM in the DMV for a truly boring amount of time. He currently is best known as co-organizer and event runner for The Crucible’s Dungeon 101. Alex has taught on spanking since 2012 through Dungeon 101 and at events for Black Rose\, FetFest\, CLAW Getaway 2022 and internationally. When not enjoying the suffering of others Alex works on the offensive side of computer security for a cloud provider\, enjoys running around in nature and sometimes indulging in his compulsion to get into places he’s not supposed to be. \nAs a Community Outreach event\, this class is free. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/vetting-community-outreach-class-with-alex-mcgeorge/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004417
CREATED:20240714T205009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240714T205104Z
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SUMMARY:BDSM on the Autism Spectrum with Akasha Eden
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nExploring BDSM as a person with autism\, or in relationship/dynamic with people with autism. Smartphones can be useful for interactive activities \nPresenter Bio\nAkasha is an avid reader\, author\, corporate finance and legal professional\, book club leader and advocate for the following: social justice and equity in cannabis in both a sociopolitical and criminal justice context\, LGBTQIAA+ rights and representation\, BIPOC liberation and the need for accomplices and allies\, as well as womanism and intersectionality in the bell hooks\, Vi Johnson and Kimberlé Crenshaw traditions.
Having been in the kink community for 12 years\, her experiences span the United States\, France\, Korea\, Japan and the United Kingdom\, with her home scene being NYC. Her kink experiences include: educating on neurodiversity and spirituality in the kink community\, transitioning in and out of dynamics\, preservation of Leather/kink culture and other topics\, authoring books like Diary of a Leather rope bunny and The Dance of Shadows\, presenting and moderating at conferences\, leading the TNG Long Island chapter\, being a member of MAsT Metro NY and ONYX Pearls New York/Northeast and mentoring those new to her home kink community. \nAs a Black\, first-gen college student who now possesses several advanced degrees\, sits on several boards and is an attorney featured in a vanilla documentary\, Akasha’s mission within the community and outside of it is to educate and serve as an example of eternal studenthood\, continual improvement\, and a model of servant-leadership. \nSocial Media: Instagram: akashic_eden Fetlife – akashic_eden \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/bdsm-on-the-autism-spectrum-with-akasha-eden/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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