In this class we will go over the basics of electoral play for kink. We will look at and discuss the different types of Electro play, the tools necessary to play with them, how they feel, what they do, how they work, and the science behind them. This class will have an interactive demonstration component (violet wand and tens) where participants, who want to, will be able to feel what the different types of play feel like and experience them in a controlled, consensual environment. Infinity Rising is a gender-fluid switch who has been in and out of the public scene over the last 15 years. They began teaching approximately 3 years ago and have presented for a variety of different groups throughout the Northeast including TES, Dark Odyssey, Naughty Noel, cinekink, s c k, LIL&R/LICK, and other.

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO SPACE CONSIDERATIONS. PLEASE LOOK FOR IT TO BE RESCHEDULED IN THE COMING MONTHS!   This class will teach basic throws and safety for beginners, how to select a flogger (attendees are encouraged to bring their own!), and advanced techniques for those with prior experience. There will be a live demonstration and an opportunity after for attendees to practice with their own partners and floggers, but audience participation is not required. Virgil is a queer, polyamorous mostly-top who has been in the NY/NJ kink community for about fifteen years, and whose interests are generally centered around impact play, boots, and D/s. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390 Novices & Newcomers Group classes are open to all experience levels but are designed to be accessible to those who are new either to the scene or the area. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

Though not always easily visible, sex workers have always been an important part of the BDSM scene - and the LGBTQ scene, the poly scene, and just about every other alternative sexuality community. Unfortunately, they haven't always been included, and there are some pernicious misconceptions about who they are, what they do, and their right to have a place in our community. Come hear from a panel of sex workers from diverse fields about their experiences, services, and needs. Panelists include: Comtesse Aurora (moderator) Ms. Charlotte Hel BlackPipeXXX Antonia Aerie Kaytlin Bailey Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390 TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

Ever want to feel like you struggle to move your partner when tying? Do you want to maneuver them effortlessly? In this class we take a look at various technical components that make moving you and your partner easier and more engaging. We will also explore ways to use our newfound skills to further intimacy and fluidity in rope scenes. Requirements: -3+ lengths of rope -single and double column ties, and basic knowledge of hitches a plus but not required KeepOnKeepinOn is a NYC based rope educator and kinkster. He has presented at national events across the US, such as TES Fest and Shibaricon, and at a variety of local events throughout North America. He has been interested in rope since 2013 when he first discovered kink. While interested in many disciplines of rope bondage, his style has been primarily influenced by his friend, mentor, and teacher: barkas. Outside of kink KeepOnKeepinOn has a deep interest in psychology, neuroscience and emerging technology. If you see him at an event, please stop by and say hello! DegradationofLV is a lover of rope, intimacy and new experiences.  She discovered rope 4 years ago and has never looked back. She brings her knowledge and empathetic personality to all classes she teaches, ensuring that all participants, top or bottom, understand the nuances of rope.

One of the most iconic DW/sm activities is ballbusting. From the classic image of a latex-clad domina pressing her stiletto heel into her submissive’s groin to the sharp sting of a finger-flick against the scrotum by a giggling princess – or prince! – there are myriad directions from which to approach this flavor of genitorture. This class will explore some of the many motivations behind this kink, several techniques, and a discussion of safety and health considerations. BIOS: ComtesseAurora is an NYC based professional dominatrix and lifestyle kinkster. She has been kinky since the age of four when she tied herself up with her jump ropes. She specializes in foot worship, flogging, and sensation play, and has been dishing out all manner of kinky delights for more than six years. In another incarnation, she is a classically trained soprano and unrepentant chocoholic. KilimanjaroDan is a ball busting and wrestling aficionado with many years of experience as a bottom. He has training in therapeutic hypnosis and also enjoys bottoming to breath play. He is an avid hiker and mountaineer, and also identifies as a shameless punster. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

Are you new to the scene? New to the NYC area? Looking to get back into the scene after a long layoff? Just want to hang out with some fun and kinky people on a Sat night, in a safe, no pressure atmosphere with knowledgeable people to guide you if needed? Come alone or with partner(s). No dress code. No admission fee to the munch, just pay for your food and drinks. We’ll be in the upstairs seating area by 7:30PM and then, we’re heading for the Bend the Knee Play Party @ the Parth at 9PM. The TES party is optional, but only open to members and their guests or munch attendees. We will be on the second floor of the Bread and Butter Café, located at 419 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10016, on the corner at 29th Street. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with our Munch Code of Conduct before you arrive. We will be headed afterwards to the TES PARTY @ THE PARTH with a special discount….just $30 admission for attendees! Questions? Write us at novice@tes.org. Free to attend, pay for your own food and drink.

Unbowed? Unbent? Unbroken? Want to be? On the eve of the final season of Game of Thrones, the night is long and full of… kinky good times. So be ye bear or maiden fair, join TES at The Parth on Saturday, April 13th, for a night of intrigue at court that we’re calling Bend the Knee!!! Costumes and fetish-wear are encouraged, but not required, so don your finest armor, leather cloaks, and more! But that’s not all. Join us for our pre-party munch at the Bread and Butter Café from 7:30-9pm. The munch is a GREAT way to meet people in a low-key, non-kinky setting. You'll find more info about it here! 8pm-2am at The Parth $25 for TES members, $30 for munch attendees, $35 for other non-members RSVP on Fetlife THIS IS AN EXCLUSIVE PARTY. In order to attend this party you must be: a TES member the guest of a TES member an affiliate organization member the guest of an affiliate organization member an attendee of the pre-party munch arriving with the munch leaders If you are not yet a member, please consider becoming one today! Click here to join!!! Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with our party rules. If you have any questions, please contact zero@tes.org Looking for a playdate? Please check out our official playdate thread on Fetlife! As always, TES is a volunteer-based organization, and great events like this can’t happen without you! We need volunteers to work the door, coat check, DM, as well as help with setup and cleanup, so please consider volunteering your time. Those volunteering 1 hour of their time get in for just $10, and those volunteering at least 2 hours get in free! To volunteer, please contact Zero at zero@tes.org! Accessibility needs? Please contact zero@tes.org regarding accommodations. Costumes and fetish wear encouraged but not required. Wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable. $25 for TES members, $30 for munch attendees, $35 for other non-members

Ever been curious about needles? Have you watched in rapt horror or total fascination and wondered, “Why do people do this as a kink? What does the Top get from it and what is the experience the bottom wants and has as well?” Join us as we talk about the basics of diving into the bloody beginner end of the kink medical play pool. This class will cover kink needle basics: types of needles, safety and health issues, how to safely set up a scene space at play parties, where to stab, materials used, how to take care of your bottom, resources and more. There will be handouts on where to buy supplies and other really neat information. We will also cover safety and motivations for Tops: issues that may arise, how to handle them, and a discussion of how to negotiate and best consent practices for planning a needle scene. Bottoming to needles will be covered as well. There is more than just lying down and taking it! SirusCyn and Simone B. are both knowledgeable needle bottoms and will share their input and advocacy for being a bottom as well. There will be fun demos and some inspirational images of the different styles of needle play, from decorative to the downright bloody extreme, to give the audience a sense of the variety of things done with needle play. Disclaimer: There will be blood during class. Please be aware if you are sensitive to this kind of subject matter, this might not be the class for you. We welcome you to ask for a handout or info outside of class if you are interested. Simone B. (she/her) has a been a lifestyle switch in the NYC kink scene for 5+ years. She is also a professional Dominant and enjoys the crazier bloodier side of the kink scene. She currently co-runs a Women’s Domination party The Goddess Loft and hosts the ongoing medical play party Welcome to the Infirmary. Sirus (she/her), a queer, fat-positive bottom, has been in the NYC kink scene for a little over two years. She has always liked having her blood drawn at the doctor’s, so it’s no surprise that she loves needle play. When not being made to bleed, she can be found receiving sadistic leg/foot rope, getting punched, or snuggling her dogs. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

Do you love pussy so much that you just want to hurt it sometimes? Well come learn how to torture your partner’s sensitive area in multiple ways without ruining them for next time and while keeping RACK in mind. Are you just beginning to experiment with genitorture and not really sure where to start? I’ll go over some great ways to ease into this type of play. Master proper placement of TENS pads and how to use pleasure to inflict suffering on your bottom. Did you just get a great new pair of boots? Learn how to cuntpunt as safely as possible. Some other things we’ll talk about is chemical play, electro-play, predicament bondage, impact of varying kinds, and much more. A ballgag will only help quiet one set of lips after this class! A live demo will be part of the presentation and audience participation is encouraged but there will be zero pressure to engage. Feel free to sit back and take notes to bring home with you. This class is open to all gender identities, sexual preferences, relationship dynamics, and skill levels. Miss Mackenzee is a Professional Dominatrix, Certified Erotic Hypnotist, Sexual Wellness Coach, as well as an International BDSM and Sex Educator. She has been involved in the lifestyle for 10+ years. She teaches a full range of subjects including but not limited to energy/Tantra, bondage, power exchange, hypnosis, sexuality, and the art of sadism. She is highly sought after for private lessons with individuals, couples and major events as well as graduate programs at major universities. She has brought her experiences and skills to various organizations such as Kink.com,Widener University, SF Citadel, Dark Odyssey, Celebrity Cruiseline, VoxBody Studio, SINergy, Kinky Kollege, Bound In Boston, Adventures in Sexuality, ROPECRAFT, Sacred Muse, Spanksgiving, Weekend of Wickedness, Rochester Erotic Arts Festival, Sexploratorium, EXXXotica, and many others. She prides herself on creating a fostering environment that is safe from societal judgments for people to explore their kinks and sexuality. She welcomes people to be free and honest with themselves and their desires. She can be found here: www.MissMackenzee.com Twitter: @MissMackenzee Professional Fetlife: MissMackenzee Personal Fetlife: MsMackenzee Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

In the interest of keeping this event accessible to any who want to help guide us towards writing inclusivity into our bylaws, this event is now available to all attendees at any contribution. We are committed to ensuring that financial hardship is never a barrier towards community participation. Anyone who is able is welcome to contribute towards our Pay It Forward program with our thanks. Our bylaws reform committee is hard at work bringing our bylaws into the 21st century. This event is to collect feedback and ideas from the kink community about what those changes should entail. This meeting is open to all community members, as TES is a community resource and we want everyone to have a say in where we go from here. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only