Sex Positive City provides a much-needed guide to the many places that you can connect sexually and forge new, meaningful relationships - of every sort - in the New York area. Sex is one of the most important and powerful ways in which we can reach out to others, creating the kind of memorable erotic experiences that can transform a life and our perceptions of the world. Sex Positive City - as the name suggests - celebrates the many, varied ways in which humans can express their sexuality, and learn about their bodies and the bodies - and minds - of others. At the centre of the Sex Positive City website's mission is a recognition of the timeless need for human beings to touch one another. Intimate physical experiences shape a life, inviting new people into our worlds. Sex is unique in that it transcends class, race, religion and all other barriers. Moreover, it allows us to build communities, the type of strong, coherent communities that can sustain individual lives. The Sex Positive City calendar facilitates connection through sex and other erotic activities. This is your go to place for events, workshops, classes and other gatherings in New York. The calendar is lovingly curated by the experienced Sex Positive Team, who tirelessly scour the internet, underground newspapers, and private clubs for all possible events. They ***stakingly collect the vital information and then present it on the website. In short, your Sex Positive City team do the research work for you, meaning that your time is spent on what matters: enjoying the events themselves! And what's to argue with that? So what kind of listings will you find on the Sex Positive City Calendar? Everything kinky space that you dream New York will contain - and much more besides. From educational workshops to skills demos, swinger events, munches, socials, cuddle parties, kissing parties, sex parties, play parties, and erotic or risque performances, it's all here. And, of course, there is a strong emphasis on a fetish lifestyle, with plenty of listings kink events and hot, unmissable parties at New York's many stimulating BDSM clubs. Welcome to your passport to a liberated, fulfilling and always joyful sex life!

Founded back in 1971, TES NYC, which was formerly known as The Eulenspiegel Society, is the first BDSM organisation founded in the United States. This volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation has an illustrious history promoting the interests of all those leading leading a BDSM lifestyle. TES NYC was founded by Pat Bond and Fran Nowve initially as an informal support group for masochists. It began by meeting in members' homes, and in August 1917 opened its membership up to sadists. The group played a crucial role in sexual revolution during the 1970s and held its first BDSM convention in 1996. This was the first kink convention of its kind, setting a bold template for other fetish organisations, particularly those in the leather community. The TES NYC website is an invaluable resource for all kinksters, and includes an online version of its Prometheus magazine, which has now been running for decades. Additionally, the website includes a TES digital archives section, where visitors can access general information, kink guides, and the TES library. TES NYC members get discount at all participating stores and clubs on the BDSM scene - and these businesses are listed on the website. New TES NYC membership costs between $45 to $700, and there are various options to choose from. Members can attend a wide range of classes, events, meetings, and other educational gatherings. There are two classes held each week in New York City. General meetings held in a safe, welcoming environment. Free BDSM information is available at these meetups, and, of course, they provide a vital space in which members can meet and mingle. TES NYC holds regular munches and play parties There's a code of conduct for these events, and this is also available on the website. The highlight of each year is the annual TES Fest, held in a hotel where members can get involved in all manner of classed, demos, and hands-on-workshops aimed at strengthening the BDSM community and empowering individuals to live fulfilling kink lives. The organisation is always looking for new volunteers to contribute fresh ideas and expertise. What better way to connect with your community?