EXXXOTICA Seminar Series

What I Wish I Knew When I Got Started in BDSM

Hosted by Miss Mackenzee

 

BDSM 101: A Guided Journey into Kink, Safety & Connection

Get ready for an empowering introduction to BDSM with this enlightening, hands-on workshop. Whether you’re exploring kink for personal curiosity or professional growth, this session is designed to deepen your understanding of the community, its dynamics, and the art of safe, consensual play.

 

 

Led by Miss Mackenzee and Parker Leigh—a well-established Dominant and submissive pair with over 35 years of combined experience—this class offers the insights they wish they had when beginning their own journeys. Participants will gain practical tools, safety essentials, and communication techniques to navigate BDSM with confidence and clarity.

 

 

From expressing desires and setting boundaries to mastering negotiation skills that elevate intimacy, you’ll leave equipped to create scenes that are both thrilling and respectful. Engaging discussions, real-life examples, and an interactive Q&A ensure a dynamic learning experience that empowers you to build trust, skill, and self-assurance.

 

 

Topics include:

  • Recognizing red flags in partners or clients

  • Responsible dungeon etiquette and navigating public play spaces

  • Handling unexpected situations with confidence

  • Understanding and implementing effective aftercare

  • Connecting with local and online kink communities

  • The science of pleasure: how brain chemistry shapes play

  • Plus, plenty of time for your burning questions

Take your first step on a path paved with knowledge, respect, and adventure—and discover why informed play is the foundation of true freedom in kink.

 

For the full event schedule, click here

 

EXXXOTICA Seminar Series sponsored by Pro13.

 

Miss Mackenzee

Miss Mackenzee is a Board-Certified Sexologist, BDSM and Intimacy Educator, Qualified Hypnotist, Certified Trauma-informed Relationship and Sexual Wellness Coach, Kink Lifestyle and Professional Dominant Mentor, Owner of Elysium Dungeon, Host of Kink, Intimacy, and Cannabis Lounge Podcast, Content Creator, and Author. She is also the founder of BDSM and Intimacy University, which makes and sells beautiful one of a kind BDSM toys and furniture as well as offers online workshops, digital guides, clothing, aftercare items, and more. She has taken over 10,000 hours of continued education at universities and other organizations to become a better educator and mentor. She has been involved in the kink lifestyle, professionally and personally, for over 20 years and teaching for 15+ years. She has written and been quoted in numerous publications and has been utilized as an expert for media outlets. Miss Mackenzee is highly sought after for private lessons with individuals and various relationship dynamics as well as presenting at conventions and graduate programs at major universities. She has brought her experiences and skills to various organizations such as Kink dot com, Widener University, TES, SF Citadel, Dark Odyssey, VoxBody Studio, Filthy FemDom, Wicked Grounds, Black Thorn/Sacred Muse, Kinky Kollege, Bound In Boston, SheBop, SADE, Adventures in Sexuality, Rochester Erotic Arts Festival, EXXXotica, and many others.

Dates and locations

  • Washington, DC
    Dec 5–7, 2025

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