How easy is it for you to talk about sex? Can you easily and clearly name what you would like to do and specifically where and how you want it to happen? Naming body parts and sexual actions, in addition to what kind of setting and scenario you might want to experience, can feel particularly difficult. Acting on sexual desires without clear communication is prime territory for consent violations and collisions.

At Navigating Consent we define consent as “an active collaboration for the pleasure and well-being of all parties concerned, including some who might not be in the room at the time.” For us, an active collaboration means we both (or all) put our limits, our desires, and our abilities on the table.

In class together we will develop a language for negotiation skills, noticing factors that can impact safety for ourselves and our partners. We do somatic exercises and rehearse receiving different responses to our negotiations and in the midst of a sexual encounter. We practice knowing our sexual desires and speaking them.

In particular we will look at the values of safewords and at skills for interrupting an interaction to deal with any problems and then, when appropriate, and only if it really feels right, address the possibility of a return to sharing joyous intimacies if you are with a trusted partner.

It is often said that nothing increases intimacy more than shared vulnerability. This is where all that practice of mindfulness and self-compassion comes in handy: you won’t need to run away from the intimacies of a vulnerable consent discussion. You can collaborate for a really wonderful sexual adventure.

Registration is required for this series. Please fill out our questionnaire before the start of classes.

Participants can come to one class, the full series, or whichever classes they are able. If you are/were unable to come to the first class, we welcome you to join us at any point. Signups will remain open throughout the series.

Location: Online via Zoom - The zoom information will be emailed before class.

Time: Every Sunday- February 18 - March 24, 11:30am - 2:00pm PT

• Class 4: Negotiation & Consent
• Sunday, March 10th, 11:30am-2:00pm PT
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Cost: $20 - $50 per class -Pay What You Can- We encourage participants to pay what they can. The standard cost of the class is $35. Pay more or less as you are able. No one turned away for lack of funds. The sliding scale model helps support financial accessibility for all. Navigating Consent is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit. Contributions are tax deductible.

For confidentiality purposes, these classes will not be recorded for viewing later.

For more information visit our website at navigating-consent.com

For any questions or comments please contact us at info@navigating-consent.com