HMU Academy: Rope & Sensation Play

This Hit Me Up event is open to the public, 21+.

About the Class

Join us for an immersive evening of connection and discovery where the art of being bound meets the thrill of sensation in this interactive and engaging workshop on rope and sensation play. Through live demonstration and hands-on practice, you will learn essential rope skills and how to integrate a variety of sensory elements to enhance your play. Topics will include safety tips, communication, sensual and sadistic techniques, basic ties and harnesses, temperature play, electro stimulation, knife play, orgasm control, and more! Create a deeper connection with yourself and your partner(s) by exploring new dimensions of pleasure.Limited supply of rope will be provided for hands-on practice. No partner required. If you have your own rope, please bring it! This class is open to all genders, sexualities, and experience levels. Come and play!

About Your Instructor

Jamie Joy (they/them) is a queer trans Jewish certified sex educator and hungry slut for freaky fantasies. Their life and work is committed to spreading joy, consent, and pleasure through community orgynizing. They have been educating on a wide range of topics related to sex and sexuality for the past 10+ years with experience in K-12 schools, health clinics, college campuses, adult sex shops, national conferences, BDSM dungeons, non-profits, community organizations, and more. Jamie Joy loves to stay up late, throw an unforgettable party, and teach people about the wonders of fisting and fire play. They are always excited to connect and collaborate - find them on Instagram @thebadjewboy or their website www.jamiejoy.com

FAQs

FAQ: what should I bring?

Optional: rope, sensation play toys, supplies to take notes

FAQ: any skill pre-requisites? (i.e., is this for beginners, advanced, everyone?)

Open to everyone of all genders, sexualities, experiences, and skill levels

FAQ: what should I wear?

comfortable clothes to tie in

FAQ: can I attend solo, or do I need to come with a partner?

no partner needed!

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✨Location: Lower Manhattan. The space has an elevator. Please email [email protected] if you need any accessibility accommodations.

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Event Venue

120 Walker St floor 5, 120 Walker Street, New York, United States