Play Parties 101

Hosted by Drago (Phoenix Events NYC)

Do you feel called to the wild world of play parties? Are you searching for a place to let your deepest and darkest desires run free? Are you ready to connect with people in ways that expand your life in unimaginable ways?

Everyone’s arrival to the sex-positive community (and the insatiable events that bring us together) is always right on time. Not a moment too soon nor a moment too late. People come from all different backgrounds and walks of life. Levels of experience vary and the spectrum of what people desire is wider than any of us realize!

Welcome! We are so glad you made it here!

This workshop is for newbies, veterans, and everyone in-between! Our main focus will be on the nature of pIay parties and how to make the most of your experience.

💡 What We’ll Explore:

❓ What Are PIay Parties? – What they are, what happens at them, and what to expect (and not expect) when attending.

🎭 Etiquette, Consent, Boundaries & Safety – A deep dive into the cultural norms that shape our events, including how to navigate shared space with care and integrity.

🧘 Building Comfort – The right mindset will keep you grounded at pIay parties and make your energy magnetic to others! We'll discuss how to be fully present to connect with the energy of the space and the people within it.

💬 Communication for Everyone’s Comfort – Tools for navigating conversations, expressing your needs and desires, and creating interactions that feel good for all involved.

🌀 Intentions vs. Letting the Night Unfold – Exploring the pros and cons of coming in with a specific goal versus letting the night reveal her own plan.

👯 Navigating Parties Alone, With a Date, or in a Group – How your social dynamic can shape your experience, and how to move through different scenarios with confidence.

🌱 Community Beyond the Party – Why pIay parties are more than just one-night experiences, and how they can open the door to deeper community and connection that lasts beyond the event.

💓 Managing Emotions – Tips for recognizing and working with anxiety, discomfort, fears, pressure, or other unexpected feelings that may arise.

Workshop Format:

Discussion & Practical Exercises: Through a mix of group and partner discussions, you’ll interact with others, practice communication techniques, and gain feedback to build confidence.

Solo & Group Work:

1. Attend solo or bring a partner. Couples can stay paired or explore practicing with others.
2. You’ll have opportunities to practice with both familiar partners and new acquaintances to simulate established dynamics and/or pickup scene scenarios.
3. Expect communication-based exercises in partners and/or small groups. You can also opt out at any time and observe others.
4. More physical engagement will be reserved for the After-Hours.

Dress Code: Feel free to dress however you want—whether vanilla or pІay-ready. There is a space to change if needed.

After-Hours:

After the workshop, the lights go down, the music goes up, and the setting transforms into a playful social environment - an Afterhours (think: a bite-size intro to the full party experience). Engage at your own comfort level—whether that means observing, casually chatting by the snacks, or actively interacting with others from the Workshop.

We’ll have space for optional active engagement, a Low-Stim Room for decompression, and a Kitchen Snack space for casual chats.

Please Acknowledge:

It should go without saying, but we are going to spell it out clearly nonetheless: k¡nk and intimacy activities are inherently risky. Safety requires practice and cannot be guaranteed. By attending, you agree to participate at your own risk, conduct your own risk management, and agree to hold the event facilitators and facility harmless for any type of physical or emotional harm that may occur.

Questions or concerns?

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