Embrace your power and embark on a journey of self-discovery, pleasure and fun through BDSM. Together, we'll explore the transformative potential of this relational practice. Learn about the core principles of consent, negotiation, boundaries and power dynamics in BDSM relationships, party etiquette, and different ways to play.
This class is open exclusively to QTIBIPOC individuals who are interested in exploring BDSM in a supportive and affirming space. No prior experience is necessary—just an open mind and a desire to learn, grow, and connect. This class is designed for all QTIBIPOC, roles, body types and dynamics. Class will be lecture based with lots of interactive time for attendees and opportunity for Q & A.
About the presenter:
Safiya Darling (she/her)- it rhymes with Mafia- is a sex educator and kink specialist. She has been active in the kinky community for 13+ years. She identifies as a submissive, with slave-like qualities. She’s passionate about helping empower others to understand more how their bodies work and debunking stereotypes. In addition to helping people practice Kink and B.D.S.M. consensually and safely. Find more about Safiya here:
This class is open exclusively to QTIBIPOC* individuals who are interested in exploring BDSM in a supportive and affirming space. No prior experience is necessary—just an open mind and a desire to learn, grow, and connect. This class is designed for all QTIBIPOC, roles, body types and dynamics. Class will be lecture based with lots of interactive time for attendees and opportunity for Q & A.
*QTIBIPOC stands for Queer, Trans, Intersex, Black, Indigenous, People Of Color. For our events, this means you must fulfill one of the identifiers from both the QTI and the BIPOC identities. White-passing queer people of color aren’t QTIBIPOC though how an individual identifies is not policed by Obsidian Leadership. For more information: Obsidian Community Guidelines
Accessibility Notifications
Our spaces are dry in order to reorient our focus toward consent and play. The venue does not allow drugs or alcohol. The parking lot will be available for smoking, though attendees must cover up (it is a public lot) and no play is allowed in this area.
Attendees are required to show proof of vaccination (fully vaccinated + booster)
Attendees are required to wear a surgical, N95, KN95, or KF94 mask in all common areas. Masks are allowed to be removed in the private rooms during a play scene only.
Covid testing is required. Please provide proof of a negative covid test taken within 24 hours of the event at the door.
Monkeypox vaccination is highly encouraged to help mitigate risk and exposure amongst our community.
The venue is accessible by public transit. There is a parking lot available though no reserved disabled parking. The venue is accessible via wheelchair. The bathrooms have limited accessibility via wheelchair. The venue's entrance has no strobing or flashing lights with a well lit entrance. The venue does not provide security personnel. The venue will have colored dimmer lighting throughout but will still be well lit. There are two bathrooms that have limited accessibility and will be marked as gender neutral. The venue generally uses alcohol disinfectant as cleaner and we recommend guests to come low or scent free, though this is not guaranteed. Music will be playing throughout the event at a moderate level. There will be a designated low stimulation/quiet room. The venue is well ventilated.
Water and soda will be provided. We recommend all attendees to bring reusable full water bottles.