October classes:
Anal Pleasure for Everybody
The Joys of Toys!
November classes:
Exploring Burlesque: Striptease Salon
BDSM Part 1: Playing with Power, Sex, and Toys in Bed & Beyond
The Expert Guide to the G-Spot and Female Ejaculation with Tristan Taormino
Anal Pleasure for Everybody
Thursday, October 13th — 7:30 p.m. — $20
Often thought of with fear or fantasy, anal sex and pleasure is a world just waiting for exploration. Join expert sex educator Felice Shays in this fun, relaxed workshop as she discusses warming up the mind and body, giving and receiving anal pleasure, lube, cleanliness and health, anal anatomy, the G-spot and prostate, toys, anal penetration, and even a few ideas for anal stealth fun. A good time for all ass owner/operators.
Known for her straight talk infused with humor, Felice Shays provides personal sexual and BDSM education across the US and Canada. A recent transplant from Brooklyn, NY, Felice provides sex counseling to individuals and couples, and has presented at a plethora of events, groups, and private functions for a decade. Felice also produces sex parties for women and trans people.
Limited space available — sign up online!
The Joys of Toys!
Wednesday, October 19th — 7:30 p.m. — $10
Join She Bop's very own AJ (aka Amory Jane) for an evening of education and fun. Ever wandered around a sex toy shop and wondered "what the heck is that for?" Never fear, AJ will answer those burning (in a good way) questions and then some.
In this class you will learn about how sex toys originated and have advanced throughout history. AJ will explain the different types of toys, what they are used for and what they are made from, including vibrators, dildos, kegel exercisers, anal toys, toys for BDSM and more. Of course, don't forget one of the most important things of all... yes, that would be lube! AJ will go over the different types of lube, as well as the ingredients to be aware of when selecting the best product for you. She will also address how to clean and store your toys so that you can enjoy them for as long as possible.
This workshop is open to all genders and sexual appetites!
Limited space available — sign up online!
Exploring Burlesque: Striptease Salon
Wednesday, November 16th — 7:15 p.m. — $15
Have you ever wanted to rock your boa? Peel your stocking? Shimmy your hips? Get your glamour puss on because this class is for you! Join Portland's Queen of the Tease, Madison Moone, for Striptease Salon, a flirty evening of classic bump and grind perfect for beginners or just the curious.
Students will be guided through a sexy burlesque movement study including bumps, grinds and struts, followed by a tantalizing round of peeling techniques and prop dancing. We will also explore classic burlesque characters before constructing a series of short teases as a group. Together, we will discover a deeper sense of our personal erotic beings while developing a greater appreciation of our feminine power!
Students should dress in comfortable clothes such a yoga or dance wear. Please bring your favorite heels, your prettiest bra and a zip up or button down blouse for layering. Music and demo props will be provided by Miss Moone. All levels of fitness welcome, no dance experience or nudity required. Please avoid alcohol consumption before attending and arrive by 7:15pm — class will begin promptly at 7:30pm, no late entrance after 7:45pm. Also no photographs are permitted. There will be time for shopping after the class!
Grab your best girlfriends and join Miss Moone for and evening of fun, laughs and celebration of the female spirit. See you in class!
Limited space available — sign up online!
BDSM Part 1: Playing with Power, Sex, and Toys in Bed & Beyond
Thursday, November 17th — 7:30 p.m. — $20
Whips and chains, really?
You've been curious for a while... or maybe your partner has been. Truth is, SM isn't a matter of pain and being mean, it's a thrilling play of power, sex, and creativity. Come join one of She Bop's favorite sex and BDSM educators, Felice Shays, as she introduces you to the dynamics, toys, and tools found in the world of BDSM. With humor and straight talk, Felice will discuss the differences between abuse and SM, how safe = sexy, fantasy and role-play, wielding personal and physical power, conscious rough sex, and how to find and grow the seeds of your own desires without shame and with intense pleasure.
You will walk out of this class having (optional) hands-on practice with floggers, bondage, canes, and more, time permitting. The perfect class for beginners. Come alone or with a partner. All genders and sexual appetites welcome.
Known for her straight talk infused with humor, Felice Shays provides personal sexual and BDSM education across the US and Canada. A recent transplant from Brooklyn, NY, Felice provides sex and BDSM counseling to individuals and couples, and has presented at a plethora of events, groups, and private functions for a decade. Felice also produces sex and BDSM parties for women and trans people.
Limited space available — sign up online!
The Expert Guide to the G-Spot and Female Ejaculation with Tristan Taormino
Sunday, November 27th — 7:30 pm. — $25
Whether you don't know how to find your G-spot or you're an experienced G-spotter looking for some new techniques, find out all there is to know about this important female erogenous zone. We'll cover G-spot anatomy, how to find your own or your partner's G-spot, great G-spot positions and toys, and tips for orgasmic G-spot stimulation. Then, we'll delve into the world of female ejaculation, discussing myths and truths about this phenomenon. Learn what it's all about, why some women dribble and others gush, and tried and true techniques to help everyone learn to do it.
Tristan Taormino is an award-winning author, columnist, editor, and sex educator. She is the author of seven books and runs her own adult film production company, Smart Ass Productions. She directs three porn series for Vivid Entertainment: a reality series called Chemistry; Vivid-Ed, a sex education series; and Rough Sex, a vignette series based around women's real fantasies. She was a syndicated columnist for The Village Voice for nine and a half years and writes an advice column for Taboo Magazine. Tristan has been featured in over 200 publications and has appeared on CNN, HBO's Real Sex, Loveline, MTV, Oxygen, The Discovery Channel, and on over four dozen radio shows. She teaches sex and relationship workshops around the world.
Limited space available — sign up online!