When: Saturday, June 3, 2023 6pm-7:30pm

Where: Refresh Wellness Collective 1011 King St, Alexandria, VA

What: Workshop tickets are sold individually. Each person attending will need a ticket. Attend this workshop solo or grouped!

Are you curious about stepping into a harness? Interested in learning what it feels like to penetrate someone? Nervous? Strap-on play can be a fun and fulfilling experience for all partners- whether you're thrusting or being thrusted into. That said, we know it can also be a little intimidating or feel kind of awkward at first. Not to worry, this workshop will help you harness your strap-on confidence!

We'll talk you through:

• Who wears the harness? (& which harness to wear!)
• Choosing the right dildo & accessories for your needs
• What to think about when choosing a position- why you might want to try one vs. another
• Techniques for how to maneuver into sexy positions so you don't feel like an awkward oaf.
• Communicating your strap-on desires to partners AND how to ask for and give feedback all the way through
• Tips for putting on, getting used to, and wielding your strap & dil like a pro!

Join us to get a handle on the ins and outs of strap-on play, and learn what works best for your body to experience the most pleasure! We will have a variety of harnesses, dildos, and accessories available to pick up, turn on, & check out.

This class will be focused on strap-on play for queer folx. Primarily will focus on two partners with vaginas (of any gender) but may be appropriate for others.

Meet your Educator!

Kai (they/them) has been a sexual health educator for the last 8 years, & has spent the last 4 years learning and teaching at Lotus Blooms. A proud member of the queer, kink, and poly communities, Kai thrives on creating inclusive programming for all folx. In addition to educating, Kai enjoys spending time with their hairless cat, Goose, and watching women's soccer.

What to expect from this workshop: This is one of many classes at Lotus Blooms that is lecture focused. There will be plenty of testers to touch, and questions to ask. Our educator will be showing off products and talking you through the basics. Since this workshop will center around vulvas, the products, anatomy discussions, and positions will be relevant to folx with those parts. We'll also incorporate some conversation around gender expression during strap on play.

Since we'll be in a yoga studio, shoes will need to be removed at the door. If you tend to get chilly, bring a pair of cozy socks! Workshops generally run about 90 minutes with a 5 minute break in the middle. Afterwards, the store is open for individual questions and private shopping for about half an hour. Attendees will get 15% off all their purchases for the evening- even if the items have nothing to do with strap on stuff!

Who is this workshop for: This class will be focused on strap-on play for queer folx. Most of the workshop will will focus on navigating strap-on play between two partners with vaginas (of any gender), though much of the content may also be appropriate for others. Receiving partners with penises/prostates will probably get more out of our pegging workshop, which we'll have on the calendar in the near future!

This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn how to wear, feel comfortable, and better control a harness. It's great for newer couples who are diving into strap-on play and would like a jumping off point for having more robust conversations about play and pleasure.

Lotus Blooms’ workshops are open to people of all genders and sexual orientations, individuals, couples, or groups. Due to state law, attendees must be over 18 to come to the workshops or shop in the store. Workshops are currently held at Refresh Wellness Collective - 1011 King St (just a few doors down from the Lotus Blooms). Workshops generally run about 90 minutes with a 5 minute break in the middle. Afterwards, attendees are welcome to shop Lotus Blooms with a 15% discount. 

If you are running late:

Because the topics of sex, sexuality, intimacy, etc are so personal and often taboo in our society, our staff and educators work very hard to create events that make people feel comfortable learning and sharing. Much of the working agreements and standards of behavior tend to take place at the beginning of our short workshops. As such, if you arrive more than 15 minutes after the workshop is scheduled to begin, we will not be able to allow you to join this time around and your tickets will be forfeited. We hope that this helps to encourage people to come on time and enjoy the entirety of the event, and create a comfortable space for everyone attending!

Cancellation Policy
If you must cancel, please notify Lotus Blooms at least 48 hours prior to the workshop and you will receive a store credit, less a $10 cancellation fee per ticket.  Cancellations made with less than 48 hours’ notice are not eligible to receive the store credit.  A full refund will be issued only in the event that Lotus Blooms cancels the workshop.