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Come As You Are is proud to present a monthly series of in-store educational workshops. We bring together educators, authors, and facilitators from across Canada and the US and offer a unique collection of educational events. All workshops take place in our Toronto store, which is wheelchair accessible (accessible washroom, automatic door).

Pre-registration is required for all workshops. We have a trans-inclusive policy for all our workshops including "women only" workshops and "men only" workshops. Cancellation requires 48 hours notice to receive store credit. Late attendees who are more than fifteen minutes late will not be admitted to workshop.

Backdoor Bonanza Workshop Enhancing the Pleasure of Anal Fisting With Duncan MacLachlan Fisting can be a source of intense orgasms and mutual pleasure, but it can be dangerous if you don't know how to do it right. Duncan will teach you how to minimize the risks and maximize your pleasure. From the intimate and sacred, to more athletic expressions like punch fisting, Duncan will provide tips and techniques to add to your repertoire. Topics covered include preparation, positions, lube, anatomy, techniques, aftercare, as well as the latest in sexual health information. There will be also be lots of opportunity for Q and A. When: Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 - 7:30PM - 9:30PM Where: Come As You Are People of all genders welcome. | more | $35.00

Buck Angel Uncensored Workshop With Buck Angel Buck Angel will discuss the ups and downs of ushering a new genre of porn into the adult entertainment industry. How he started in the business and then the pitfalls, obstacles, and joys along the way. This is a rare opportunity to hear Buck Angel speak about his rise to fame in the porn film industry, his work as a pioneer in the adult entertainment world and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of sexuality everywhere. Participants will have an opportunity to ask Buck candid questions. When: Sunday, June 27th, 2010 - 5:30 - 7:00PM Where: Come As You Are Cost: $35/per person (sliding scale is available) All genders welcome. | more | $35.00

Creative Sex With Ducky Doolittle In a rut? Tired of the same old routine? That's normal! By nature humans are lazy creatures. If we know something works, we just do it. This is the perfect reason to join Ducky, be inspired and learn some new ways to give and receive pleasure! Take home tips and techniques that you can use that very night and for the rest of your life. Expect to learn:How to raise your sex drive. Super fun flirtation techniques. (Flirting is hot!) A deeper understanding pleasure anatomy. Techniques for using everything you've got - from the tip of your tongue to your fingers and toes! How to introduce sex toys into your partner play. Plus which products are the healthiest, highest quality and have the best price. When: Tuesday, April 13, 2010, 7:30 - 9:30 PM (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost: $35/per person (Sliding Scale is Available) | more | $35.00

Female Ejaculation Workshop With Shannon Bell Returning with her popular seminar, Shannon Bell will discuss female ejaculation from a historical perspective, followed by an overview of anatomy and technique, plus a demonstration. Learn about female ejaculation, see the real live clitoris (g-spot), and discover new techniques. Sunday, March 7th, 2010. 5:30 – 8:00pm (For women, trans people, and men accompanied by a woman.) Where: Come As You Are Cost:$30/person (Sliding Scale Available) | more | $30.00

Hands-On Rope Bondage Workshop With Midori Rope bondage can be simple, elegant, effective and sensual, but if you don't know how to do it right, it can be dangerous. Midori will teach you how to use this versatile bondage tool to maximize fun and minimize risks. Learn basic techniques including two-column restraint, body harnesses and creative positions. Midori is the author of The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage, and is an expert in safe and effective Japanese inspired rope bondage. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a minimum of 1 or 2 lengths of rope (between 15 and 25 feet) to share for both people. Tuesday, May 4, 2010 - 7:30 - 10:00PM Where: Come As You Are Cost:$35/person (couples only) | more | $35.00

How to Eat a Peach Workshop The Art of Cunnilingus With Midori Discover new skills that will rock her world! Learn the arts of giving and receiving pussy pleasure from internationally-acclaimed sex educator Midori. Packed with secrets, tips and tricks on how to give the most blissful sensations with your loving mouth and dexterous digits, this class uses delicious practice props (think fruit!) so that everyone will go home with skills to use that very night. Do you have a nervous or hesitant partner? Midori will talk about how to help gals feel more comfortable and less self-conscious. Be prepared for fun, funny and sexy demos. When: Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - 7:30 - 10:00PM (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost:$35/person (Sliding Scale Available) | more | $35.00

Kinky Tantra With Barbara Carrellas In this workshop, you'll learn how simple Tantric techniques such as breath, laughter, ritual, presence, and conscious connection can be included in a BDSM scene to intensify pleasure and expand consciousness. Barbara will explain why Tantra and BDSM-both energy-focused sexual paths are more similar than you may think. She will also answer your individual questions about how Tantric techniques can take your scene to the next level. Although this is not an introductory BDSM workshop, it will provide people who are new to BDSM with a powerful introduction to the energetic and ecstatic possibilities of BDSM. Tuesday, June 1th, 2010, 7:30 – 10:00PM (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost:$35/person (Sliding Scale Available) | more | $35.00

Pop His Rocket - Monday A Woman's Guide To Handling Your Guy With Ducky Doolittle We'll be straight up with you. This is a blow job class. Super fun and loaded with tips and techniques that will blow his mind. So sit down, prepare to be titillated and have a great time! And while you are there, having a great time talking about blowjobs with Ducky, prepare to be transformed in other ways as well. Because Ducky's seventeen years of sexual research has proven men are sexually deeper and far more beautiful than the world gives them credit for. She'll teach you how to see beyond the B.S. of this Girls Gone Wild world and really connect with your guy. Expect to learn: The truth about his pleasure anatomy, including his hottest spots and how to stimulate them. Tips and techniques that will have him melting in your mouth and in your hands. Sex secrets and desires guys are too shy to tell you. How to define what makes you sexy in his eyes and how to amp-up your sex appeal. Fresh communication techniques that will have him eagerly asking how he can please you in return! For more on Ducky visit www.duckydoolittle.com When: Monday, April 12, 2010, 7:30 - 9:30PM. (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost: $35/per person (Sliding Scale is Available) | more | $35.00

Pop His Rocket - Saturday A Woman's Guide To Handling Your Guy With Ducky DooLittle We'll be straight up with you. This is a blow job class. Super fun and loaded with tips and techniques that will blow his mind. So sit down, prepare to be titillated and have a great time! And while you are there, having a great time talking about blowjobs with Ducky, prepare to be transformed in other ways as well. Because Ducky's seventeen years of sexual research has proven men are sexually deeper and far more beautiful than the world gives them credit for. She'll teach you how to see beyond the B.S. of this Girls Gone Wild world and really connect with your guy. Expect to learn: The truth about his pleasure anatomy, including his hottest spots and how to stimulate them. Tips and techniques that will have him melting in your mouth and in your hands. Sex secrets and desires guys are too shy to tell you. How to define what makes you sexy in his eyes and how to amp-up your sex appeal. Fresh communication techniques that will have him eagerly asking how he can please you in return! For more on Ducky visit www.duckydoolittle.com When: Saturday, April 10, 2010, 7:30 - 9:30 PM (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost: $35/per person (Sliding Scale is Available) | more | $35.00

Sex for Survivors Workshop A workshop with Ducky Doolittle Tuning out? Finding it difficult to be present during sex? These are very common survival techniques for anyone who has survived domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexual assault, and other forms abuse and trauma. Join Ducky, herself a survivor and a Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Counselor, as we explore ways of growing beyond the trauma. In a safe and non-judgmental environment you are invited to discuss common issues survivors face or simply listen to inspiring ideas on how you might find more pleasure, become more conscious in your body, build confidence, bond with your partner, embrace your desires, and explore healing through touch. For more on Ducky visit www.duckydoolittle.com When: Sunday, April 11, 2010, 5:30 - 7:00PM. Where: Come As You Are Cost: $20/per person (Sliding Scale is Available) | more | $20.00

Take It Off With Confidence with Jade Learn the ins & outs of stripping and lap dancing for your very own in-house 'T & A' experience. This course covers: Appreciating your own body & your unique allure, Unleashing your inner exhibitionist, and The "Tricks of the Trade" When: Saturday, May 15th, 2010. 7:30 - 9:30PM (Women and Trans People Only) Where: Come As You Are Cost: $30/per person (sliding scale is available) | more | $30.00

The Art of the Female Orgasm With Ducky Doolittle Oh la la! Women are a deep pool of pleasure and Ducky is here to teach you how to swim! She will demystifies the female body, from erogenous zones, to the vulva, clit, G spot, female ejaculation, pelvis muscles and even anal pleasure. Together we'll compare ancient Eastern knowledge, current scientific data, personal discoveries, tips & techniques and send you home with a wealth of orgasmic knowledge and resources. Walk away understanding why some touches deliver amazing stimulation and how to draw deeper orgasmic responses. This workshop is for women and lovers of women. Expect to learn: How to have (give) a better orgasm that very night. How to expand your (her) orgasms, have multiple orgasms or how to orgasm if you never have. The truth about female ejaculation. Why a lot of women feel like they have to pee during sex. The truth about which sex toys will take you (her) over the edge. When: Wednesday, April 14, 2010, 7:30 - 9:00 PM (All genders welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost: $35/per person (Sliding Scale is Available) | more | $35.00

Urban Tantra Workshop Tantric Connections for Couples With Barbara Carrellas Urban Tantra is an approach to sacred sexuality that adapts and blends conscious sexuality practices from Tantra to S/M into a hot and healing brand of sex for the 21st century sensualist. In this workshop you'll learn Tantric techniques for building and sharing sexual energy with a partner. Simple techniques such as breath, laughter, ritual, movement, and conscious touch can expand our concept of gender roles, help us transcend fears of intimacy, and enable us to build and share enormous amounts of sexual and spiritual energy and power. Monday, May 31st, 2010, 7:30 - 10:00pm (Couples only - all orientations welcome.) Where: Come As You Are Cost:$35/person (Sliding Scale Available) | more | $35.00