BEGIN:VCALENDAR METHOD:PUBLISH VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//NONSGML WPForms//NONSGML Sugar Calendar Feeds v3.11.0//EN X-WR-CALNAME:PLA Class: Consent in Kink X-WR-CALDESC:Sanctuary Club X-WR-TIMEZONE:UTC BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 DTSTART:20250511T053000 TZNAME:UTC END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 DTSTART:20251102T090000 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PLA Class: Consent in Kink DESCRIPTION:Consent in Kink: Building Trust\, Boundaries\, and Brave Spa ces with Byson Rynhart [hosted by The PLA]\nAdvanced registration is req uired for this class! \;Click here \;to register!\nConsent is th e heartbeat of kink and BDSM—it’s what turns intense play into mutua l pleasure\, and what separates healthy dynamics from harm. This class i s a deep\, real-world guide to understanding\, negotiating\, and practic ing consent within the kink lifestyle. Whether you’re brand new or an experienced player\, this workshop is designed to help you navigate the emotional\, physical\, and ethical dimensions of consent with clarity an d confidence.\n\nTogether\, we’ll explore how consent works differentl y in power exchange\, primal scenes\, pick-up play\, and long-term dynam ics. We'll break down the different models of consent (from SSC to RACK to PRICK)\, and why consent is not a one-time "yes" but an ongoing\, liv ing agreement. We’ll also dive into tools like negotiation checklists\ , safe words\, and aftercare strategies to help you and your partners co -create experiences that are safe\, satisfying\, and sustainable.\n\nThi s class emphasizes communication skills\, personal agency\, and compassi onate boundaries—whether you're a Top\, bottom\, switch\, or simply cu rious. We’ll talk about how to give\, get\, and withdraw consent witho ut shame or guilt\, how to spot red flags\, and how to foster trust even in edgy or spontaneous play.\n\nExpect a mix of lecture\, storytelling\ , practical exercises\, and group discussion. You’ll leave with langua ge you can actually use\, tools that work in real scenes\, and a stronge r understanding of what makes kink both ethical and exhilarating.\n\nThi s class is for adults of all identities\, genders\, bodies\, and experie nce levels. It’s sex-positive\, trauma-informed\, and judgment-free.\n \nByson Rynhart (@MxRynhart) is a Queer gender bending sadistic primal p redator that fancies herself a bit of a Demi Goddess with a taste for fl esh. She has been in the kink lifestyle for 16 years. While in the lifes tyle she has focused on various disciplines with Sensation/Impact\, Prim al and Electric Play being her primary focuses. Byson has decided that h er passions should also be her profession\, she has began working as an performer\, educator\, and coach within the Pacific Northwest\, so stay posted!!\n\n📌 Accessibility and Transportation Information for Sanctu ary Club (21+):\n\n 21+\n Advance ticketing is required. Acquire onlin e before you get to the door.\n Doors open about 10 minutes before even ts.\n Location: 33 Northwest 9th Avenue\, Portland\, Oregon\n Entrance : On NW 9th Avenue\, behind the pink door\n Accessibility: Elevator and stairs available\; wheelchair-accessible doors\; all-gender ADA-complia nt restroom\n Parking: Paid parking lot adjacent to the venue\n Public Transit: Nearby bus stops at NW Glisan &\; 9th and NW Everett &\; 9th. Bus lines 4-Fessenden\, 8-Jackson Park/NE 15th\, and 77-Broadway/H alsey serve these stops.\n\nAt Portland Leather Alliance (PLA)\, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive space for kink educatio n. Our goal is to provide accessible\, professional\, and respectful edu cational experiences that prioritize consent and transparency.\n\nWe fol low the Kink Educators Code of Conduct (KECC) to ensure safe and ethical teaching\, with clear standards for behavior\, consent\, and respect. F or more information\, visit \;https://www.thekecc.org/\n\nPLA's miss ion is to serve our community through classes\, workshops\, social gathe rings\, discussion groups\, and community outreach/support. With proceed s going to groups such as Bradley Angle House\, Leather Archives &\; Museum\, Our House\, Esther's Pantry\, Cascades Aids Project\, Planned P arenthood\, Sexual Minority Youth Roundtable XXX (SMYRC)\, and more.\n\n If you have any questions\, concerns\, or feedback\, feel free to reach out to us at \;education@portlandleather.org. We’d love to hear fr om you!\n\nJoin the Portland Leather Alliance—where community\, kink\, and connection come together. Members enjoy early and discounted access to KinkFest\, free and low-cost PLA classes and events\, and a say in h ow we grow. More perks are in the works—don’t miss your chance to ge t tied in.\n\nUpcoming Events: \;https://forbiddentickets.com/events /portland-leather-alliance\nFetLife (User): \;https://fetlife.com/us ers/4827340\nFetLife (Group): \;https://fetlife.com/groups/1901\nBlu esky: \;https://bsky.app/profile/portlandleather.org\nPinksky: \ ;https://psky.co/portlandleather.org URL;VALUE=URI:https://pdxsanctuary.com/events/pla-class-consent-in-kink/ UID:urn:uuid:26e7f821-1638-406f-8671-e12d5b052190 STATUS:CONFIRMED ORGANIZER: DTSTAMP:20260530T105809Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T193000 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR