Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Worldwide Pleasure Series for?

It is for the curious and the brave of all genders, sexual orientations and abilities. It is for singles and couples, and for people in their early twenties up to their sixties. Our presenters are selected with a concern that a diversity of ages, gender and sexual orientations is represented at the festival.

What is its purpose?

On the one hand, its purpose is to create a space where people can feel learn about and express their desires.  On the other hand, it is to promote emotional maturity and intelligence.

Will there be nudity?

Some activities in the series will be clothing optional, which means you are welcome to take off as much clothes as you feel comfortable. If a clothing optional workshop is not your thing, there will be other activities on at the same time, which are clothes on.

Will there be pair and group work? If yes, how will the pairing be done?

Yes, there will be pair and group work. Couples are welcome. People arriving as singles (or couples that like to play with other people) will be paired randomly for various activities. Please note: all exercises can be taken only to the level that's right for you at the time.

Can I work exclusively with one partner?

Yes, if you come with them. (You may also bump into someone you know, or meet someone, and decide to do activities with them).

Can I sit out of any activity?

Yes, you may sit out of any activity, or participate only to a level that's right for you.

Will there be a gender balance in the series?

We endeavour to have an equal gender balance for the festival, but be prepared sometimes to work with people of your own gender.

What is your policy on safety and consent?

Our intention is to create a space that is as safe as possible where all activity is consensual. Before the series begins we will provide a framework, which will enable people to express their wishes and boundaries in clear ways. There will also be exercises, which will help people to learn to read "body consent", which supports verbal communication. People who act in a non-consensual fashion, or who make others feel uncomfortable will be asked to leave. People who are unduly aggressive to other participants or staff will also be asked to leave.

We believe in a dignity of risk approach to erotic education. Rather than insisting that people practice certain activities in certain ways, we believe in respecting each individual's autonomy and self-determination to make choices for themselves. While all care is taken to make the space as safe as possible, we cannot guarantee that you will not experience any emotional disturbance or discomfort during the festival. Often this discomfort is part and parcel of finding oneself in a new environment and/or learning something new. Many years of experience have taught us that the best way to keep the festival fun and consensual is to make people aware of the risks of certain kinds of behaviour and to empower them to take responsibility for themselves first.