Events

Thursday, May 15th 7-9pm | Los Angeles

Kink CPR: Harm Reduction & Trauma-Informed Strategies for Safer Kink Play

KinkCPR is a dynamic, inclusive workshop designed to equip participants with harm reduction tools and trauma-informed strategies to support safety, consent, and connection in BDSM and kink spaces. Whether you're a seasoned player or just beginning to explore, this session centers the emotional, physical, and psychological well-being of everyone involved in kink play.

We’ll cover real-world scenarios, explore ways to navigate intense dynamics, and provide practical techniques to recognize, respond to, and recover from physical and emotional red flags. From creating safer containers for high-intensity scenes to aftercare that truly lands, KinkCPR helps you play with power — not just safely, but ethically and sustainably.

ABOUT THE EDUCATOR

Dr. Allie Melendez (she/her) is a sex educator and intimacy coordinator who specializes in comprehensive sexuality and substance education using harm reduction and trauma-informed strategies in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Allie also specializes in choreographing queer, kink, and BDSM-related intimacy scenes for television and film productions. Dr. Allie’s doctoral dissertation, “From ABC to STD: What You Didn’t Learn in School,” explores human sexuality from in-utero development to age 18 to give caregivers and educators an understanding of why comprehensive sexuality education is both essential and developmentally appropriate at every age.

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Friday, May 16th 7:30-8:30pm | Chicago (Wicker Park)

Feelin' Yourself: Sexy Solo Play

In this workshop, we will discuss how our anatomy is analogous to each other and their pleasure zones. We will share self-touch techniques and products with remote features that will let you find new ways to explore your own body so you can get off with more than just your hands. This workshop is for ANYONE who wants a more interactive play date with yourself.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Brittany is a highly regarded sex educator at The Pleasure Chest for over 4 years. She’s an avid anime fan and cosplayer. Her focus is on playfulness role playing and disability. She loves to help people find items that are accessible and affordable.

Toni (they/them) is the Pleasure Chest’s newest educator! Their focuses are on sexual wellness for trans folks, breaking down purity culture myths, and fighting stigmas on non-monogamous relationships. They are a newbie kinkster passionate about trying new things and learning from community.

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