Shame is a human condition we usually avoid. A condition we move away from. A condition that “keeps us in place”.
Shame often takes our power away, makes us small and makes us hide and suppress our desires and longings. Our goal with this weekend workshop is not to heal shame - we do not believe that all shame needs healing. Our goal is to expand our capacity to enjoy our shame.

Together we will explore what happens when we express and play with the many opportunities in the often very potent landscapes of shame.
In this workshop we will be curious about and experiment with our own and each others' shame to make it a welcome lover in our lives. To meet and share your own shadows and shame, to witness others share or play out shameful fantasies in a collective experience can expand our playground and interactions with ourselves and others.
To be seen in your deepest, most shameful moments can create profound and meaningful connections, not only to other people but also to yourself.

We know that in order to play in the dark landscapes of shame, we need to build a strong foundation of trust and security in the group. To establish this we will begin the workshop with movement, meditation and boundary work and from there move into individual and communal exercises and rituals to play out shame and witness others. 

Working with shame as a collective can be playful and sometimes erotic. The aim of this workshop is not to make anyone feel in a specific way, and we do not focus solely on bringing our shame into the bedroom. Also, this workshop is not therapy while it might feel therapeutic to some. This workshop is about experiencing shame as a treasure in our lives, something NOT to be lost. 

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This workshop is for people of all genders and sexualities who
- is curious about holding on to the excitement and energy that lies in shame
- is willing to experiment and go to new places
- is willing to share their shame.

You might get equally triggered and aroused.

This workshop is NOT for you if:
- You are unwilling to step in with vulnerability and compassion
- You are only here hoping to get your kink met
- You have deep unresolved trauma that you haven’t worked with in therapy.

CAN I JOIN AS A BEGINNER?

No, you need some experience in sex inclusive spaces as well as experience with dealing with triggers and difficult emotions

You have a foundational knowledge of how to regulate yourself and you are aware of your capacity and boundaries.  All exercises are invitations, you are always free to step out at any point.

DO I NEED A PARTNER?

You can come alone, in pairs or as a group. We will do exercises as individuals and in groups, some will invite touch and connection with others. We will primarily work with random group pairings and you can therefore expect to do exercises both with same and different genders than yourself. You should generally be open to exploring the vast range of experiences that working with different partners can provide, however always within your own boundaries. You will not be able to work solely with one partner throughout.

DRESSCODE

Wear something comfortable that you can move around freely in for the majority of the workshop. It can be fun to bring different pieces of clothing or whole outfits that encourage you to step into different roles and meet your shame. This can both be something revealing or something that you are a little bit ashamed about.

WHAT TO BRING

If you have specific toys, tools, props etc., that spark your shame or can support you, please feel free to bring those. 

TIMES

Friday 19:00-22:00
Saturday 11:00-22:00
Sunday: 11:00-17:00

Please be on time, you cannot enter after we start.
Doors open 30 minutes before for you to land comfortably in the space. 

TICKETS

1800 DKK per person for members
2.250 DKK per person for non-members

Buy your ticket BEFORE May 1st using the code "Shamesuperearly" and receive a 15% discount
Buy BEFORE June 1st using the code "Shameearly" to get 10% discount

We offer 20% discount for students and low income, please reach out to info@houseofplay.dk
Tickets are non-refundable.
Be sure to read our cancellation policy and no-show fee here

CODE OF CONDUCT

Before showing up to any of our activities, please make sure to read and follow the House of Play Code of Conduct

🌶️-🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ of 4 (Depending on the part of the workshop, we might move from very low on the chili scale to some areas potentially high)

Read more about our chili system here

Anitta (She/Her)

Comes from the world of theater, dance, yoga and meditation. She is also an educated systemic, narrative and imago therapist. She has many years of experience in teaching rope bondage, teaching couples and bigger groups. She moved very fast from the Japanese bondage style into a more free creative tying style. She teaches all levels, with focus on how to explore and expand ways you can tie, play with each other, move and dance together. She is passionate about creating playful spaces where people connect deeply with themselves and others. She embraces the awkward and weird, and also likes to go slow and deep.

Gabrielle (They/she)

Is a certified trauma-informed facilitator, educator, practitioner and rope-performer in the Copenhagen kink scene. With eight years of experience in rope, play, and conscious kink, they have taught and performed at different venues and events around Europe and have been part of House of Play from the beginning, where they facilitate workshops, rituals, and play spaces. Their teaching focuses on consent, creativity, curiosity for new ways of looking at things and exploring your personal flavour in play – always with a sharp edge, a good dose of humor, and a mission to make kink both more conscious and less taboo. They are passionate about blending play and awareness in ways that feel both deep and lighthearted and will invite you to explore the edges of your comfort zone with curiosity and a smile.

Signe (She/her)

Works professionally as a combination of movement instructor and community builder. She is the minder of the space, the gadget girl, the DJ and the hygge witch. She is a part of House of Plays Ignite team and facilitates her deep dives on the dancefloor with the aim to surprise and explore - feeling safe enough to really get there.  Together with Garielle and Anitta, she has created and curated workshops on various kink themes both in DK and abroad.