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PLEASURE PORTAL

I don’t know about you, but pleasure can seem really intimidating. People are talking more about it and it can feel like, ‘Really? I have to add ANOTHER thing to my day?’ The cruel optimism of social media around pleasure can actually make you feel more anxious and guilty rather than supported and encouraged. Is it just me?

This is why I’ve created Pleasure Portal: Your Gateway to Pleasure. This is a 3 week intro series (May 11, 18, 25) to support you in finding YOUR pleasure. And that doesn’t just mean in the bedroom. It means awakening your senses to experience life’s small moments as well as the big ones. This means getting in touch with your body and all its potential for sensation.

In these 3 weeks, we will define pleasure for ourselves. What does it mean for you? What does it look like for you? What things might be in the way of you experiencing pleasure? (Trust me, the list can be LONG)! I will guide you through waking up sensation in your body. We will start small and build as we gain more comfort and confidence.

Pleasure Portal is a trauma informed, safe and supported environment where you will be empowered in your choice. There are no wrong turns on your journey to pleasure.

This 3 week series is open to all women and marginalized genders. All classes will be held on Zoom. If you cannot attend live, a recording will be sent to all participants of the exercises but not of the full discussion, so as to preserve the privacy of the participants. All handouts and slides will be distributed as well.

Class begins on May 11, 2023. I hope to see you there! REGISTER

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InToPleasure 2022

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I created InToPleasure last year in my quest to make my life more pleasure centered. I, like many of you, grew up in an anti-pleasure household and I have spent much of my adult life unlearning those lessons. The event last year was so life giving and I’m pleased to announce that it’s on again this year!

InToPleasure is a pleasure positive virtual event happening on April 2nd featuring pleasure experts on a variety of topics. I have partnered with Nicoletta Heidegger, a sex therapist and host of the podcast Sluts&Scholars, to bring you a unique experience that is surely going to fire up your pleasure center.

You will learn from Goddexx Meow, a fetish esthetician that combines beauty care practices with BDSM, Javay, the Millennial Sexpert, will show you how to make your own sexy home movie, and Lief Bound will show you the ropes with shibari techniques and demonstrations. Nicoletta will guide you to your pleasure center and talk about how to prepare your body to experience pleasure and I will guide you in a Pleasure Recess, an hour of sensual movement.

You can register for the full day, or take your pleasure a la carte and register for the classes you want to take. If you register for 3 or more classes, you will receive a digital gift bag that includes discounts on products and services like Studio L’amour and Shibari Study.

All classes will be on Zoom and recorded if you cannot attend live on April 2nd. InToPleasure is for all women and marginalized genders.

REGISTER NOW AND GET YOUR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!

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BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE

REGISTER BEFORE JAN 29 AND SAVE $100!

Let me tell you about P{*} Confidence.

I developed this class for dancers as a way to encourage them to embrace their power and take up space. I quickly realized that this isn’t just for dancers. This is something that we all struggle with because we all live in a world where we are forced to shrink, both in size and in energy. This causes us to disconnect from our power and our divinity because it is easier to shut that down than embrace it. It’s survival.

But life is more than surviving. It’s thriving. Fully embracing your truth and your power. I’m here to tell you that you have a Goddess inside of you. Go ahead. Roll your eyes. I certainly did when that was told to me (for years) and it took me years to accept this truth. I first had to acknowledge this power and then I had to accept it. We all come to it in our own time and I believe your time is NOW!

Have you had a feeling in you that there’s something bigger for you in this world? Perhaps a nagging feeling in your gut that there is some beauty on the other side of fear? In this 8 week session, we talk about all the layers that pull us away from our power. The doubt, shame, and judgment that we all carry. But the good news is that we don’t have to carry those burdens. By nurturing things like pride, joy, and pleasure, we can begin a relationship with our creativity and eroticism (our life force) and start to show up for our lives in a completely new way. With presence and unapology.

I invite you to join this class and come face to face with your divinity while a community supports you and cheers you on. Each class features a topic of discussion, centering, and sensual movement. Absolutely zero experience is required.

Take advantage of this opportunity. Click HERE to learn more about the class and register before Jan 29 to save $100. Payment plans are available and all classes will be recorded via Zoom. Feb 5-March 25 11am-1pm PST

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LOOK DOWN THERE

As you know, I have a podcast called Look Down There. I’m just finishing up Season 2 as I write this. After this week, I’ll have had 40 guests on the show who have talked about body confidence and empowerment. It has been an amazing experience for me to speak with artists, therapists, dancers, and secks workers about how they have come to love their bodies. Now, I am hosting the very first live virtual event.

On December 21st at 6pm PST, I invite you to an intimate evening of mirror gazing. I will lead you through a meditation and create a supportive space as you discover or rediscover your body. All you need is a comfortable space and a mirror.

There is absolutely no nudity in this space and this will not be recorded or shared. It is also a pay-what-you-can experience. I want this to be accessible to all women and vulva owners who feel drawn to this experience.

And, it IS on the solstice, so it is a great time for intention setting and finding your center before the holiday madness begins. Click HERE to grab your spot.

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STUDIO L’AMOUR SALE

From now until December 1st, enjoy 30% off of membership at any level at StudioLamour.com when you use the code TURKEYTEASE at checkout. When you become a member, you will receive access to over 40 videos, with new videos added each month. The studio offers on demand classes for fitness, burlesque and sensual movement.

I am also offering up to 50% off of private sessions. You can purchase now and redeem whenever you like. All you need to do is fill out an application and I will get back to you to schedule your session.

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Boa love

Studio L’amour is my brand new on demand school for self love. All the classes are designed for you to feel good first. I offer classes in fitness, burlesque dance and sensual movement.

This is a membership site, but every month I feature a collection of videos that are available for a one time purchase. From now until December 1st, The Boa Love Collection is available for purchase for non-members (members have full and continued access). This collection features boa care, warm up, technique, choreography to the classic song Night Train and a demonstration.

You will have access to this video immediately after purchase and you can do it at any time. You own it!

And as members, you will always have access to this collection and new videos every month. Join as a monthly member or as an annual member and get 2 months FREE!

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CHICAGO IN AUGUST

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That’s right! I’m back for more LIVE workshops in Chicago on August 22nd at Arabesque Dance Studios. This space is GORGEOUS and has plenty of room for social distancing during class.

I will be teaching a class called OVER DRIVE, which is all about raw power! Tapping into our inner rock Goddess! And then, I’m returning with Fempowered Flow. This class is so delicious. It will leave you feeling high. I’m NOT joking!

For the full class description and registration, click HERE.

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FEMPOWERED FLOW

FEMPOWERED FLOW: 1:15-2:15: JUNE 26: ARABESQUE DANCE STUDIOS (3120 W Belmont)

Fempowered Flow is my newest class that is aimed at exploring feminine energy in a non judgmental way. Meaning, we focus on removing our self judgment and look to become agents of self discovery. This class is done without a mirror and focuses on the inner gaze (observation) instead of the public gaze. We will move through Goddess poses in a slow, meditative and repetitive way and focus on our breath. This class does not focus on performative movement. Instead, we embrace sensation and search for pleasure in our body. FEELING good is the main objective here. Class size is limited. Masks required for those that are not vaccinated. Class is open to ALL those that want to explore feminine energy. REGISTER

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IN PERSON CLASSES

I am heading to Chicago at the end of the month for my first LIVE performance since March 2020 and my first LIVE class! I can’t believe it!

On June 24, I’ll be dancing at Untitled. Showtime is 7:30pm. The show is FREE but you must call to make a reservation.

On June 26, I’ll be teaching 2 workshops at Arabesque Dance Studios. The first will be The Art of the Slow Burn. Here we will learn to stand in our greatness and really be with the audience. The second class is Fempowered Flow. This is my newest class offering. The focus here is on self discovery and love. The movements will evoke the poses of the Goddess and the aim of the class is to tap into your own feminine energy. You can choose to take one class or take both classes at a discount. There is limited space in class, so register now. See you SOON!

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CONFIDENCE

What does confidence mean to you? Does it mean that you will never have a doubtful moment? No. It means that you will but you will be present enough to recognize when your brain is telling you lies.

Confidence comes from the bottom up. That’s why I created *P* Confidence, an online course that encourages all women to root their confidence in the very thing they are disconnected from. It’s like tending to the roots so your branches can grow.

This class is all about removing the heavy burdens of shame and self hate and trading those in for acceptance and self love.

The next session begins on April 25th and will run for 8 weeks. In this class you will have time for self reflection, communion and self discovery. This will be the last time I will be teaching this class in this format at this price. If you have been thinking about it, NOW is the time to do it.

Personally speaking, I love this class and it has changed my life and has brought beautiful people to it. But you don’t have to only take my word for it. Here is an excerpt from an email I received from a student:

‘PC has really helped me reconnect with my passion and myself in ways that were truly taxed by the last couple years. I feel like myself again and I am truly inspired by the community you have created. I am excited to share my new energy with the world.‘

I want you to feel this good! Only 3 spots left! Register for class NOW!

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A REASON TO DANCE

On April 18th at 1pm PDT, I am holding a donation based burlesque class to raise money for Too Young to Wed. Their mission is to empower girls and end child marriage globally. Here is an excerpt on the issue from their website:

‘Child marriage remains common in rural areas and among the least-educated and poorest of the poor. Parents and communities want the best for their girls. But they may not realize that by curtailing girls’ education and marrying them off at such a young age, they are putting the girls at risk and perpetuating the cycle of powerlessness and poverty. Early marriage limits a girl’s options for the future and her community’s opportunities for development.’

So come and dance and have fun on April 18th, all for a good cause! No experience necessary. Register HERE

And don’t forget to register for *P* Confidence! There are only 4 spots left! Class begins on April 25th. Register by April 20th and receive $100 off and a FREE private session with me!

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RETURN TO YOUR POWER

BEGINS APRIL 25

What were we born with?

We were born with love for ourselves and others. We were born with intuition. We were born with power. Over the years, our true selves and connection got pushed off center. We learned to be jealous of other women. We learned to mistrust our minds, bodies, and emotions. We became disconnected from our roots and intuition. And quite simply, we became disconnected from our p*$$ie$, a place of creation, life, honesty and pleasure.

Audre Lorde writes in her essay, Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Power that the erotic is rooted in a deeply spiritual and female plane. It is a resource that lies within ALL OF US. But, for women, that resource has been taken from us and sold back to us in dribs and drabs. We are told that we are too much and not enough all in the same breath. No wonder we are confused, disconnected, depressed and anxious!

I created *P* Confidence to find my way back to center. In doing my own work and study and learning from my many years on the stage, I have found a deep connection within myself and a new self love. The relationship you have with yourself must be treated like any other. You must give yourself grace, compassion, and trust. These are the building blocks to self love. But what are the road blocks?

I propose that we are blocked by our own doubt, fear, shame, judgment, expectation, self hate and apology. These are the layers that we must address and peel back (like a striptease)! When we can start to address these heavy burdens, we can move into vulnerability, strength, power, confidence, acceptance, love and gratitude.

I invite you to join me, and many others, on this *P* Confident path. When we decide to make change and do the work, it is imperative to have support and positive reinforcement around you. You are not alone and what’s great, is that you don’t have to be!

We begin this 8 week class on April 25th. We meet every Sunday at 11am-1pm PDT on Zoom. ALL CLASSES WILL BE RECORDED. So if you cannot attend live, no worries. Each class has time for discussion, a presentation on the week’s topics, a centering practice, and a movement portion. It is important to note that the movement portion is not about choreography. It isn’t about looking sexy. It is about FEELING good, moving intuitively and listening to your YES!

If you register by April 20, you will receive $100 off the class and a FREE 30 min private session with me! Space is limited. REGISTER NOW

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BODY OF WORK

One year ago today, I was taking my final bow in Chicago and I was a ball of stress and nerves about what was to come. I was scouring the city for toilet paper and hoping that I could get back home to LA before flights were canceled. My mind was racing on how to make a living because I knew that everything I did would be shut down. The future of live performance would be changed…maybe forever?

About 4 days after the news that my fears came true, I pivoted. Franky Vivid and I created Quarantine Cabaret, quite possibly one of the first virtual shows of its kind. I hosted from my living room, performers danced in theirs, and you watch from yours. We produced 18 episodes of that show and worked with talent from all over the world. And then we pivoted again.

Seeing the fatigue of audience and of performers, we pushed the envelope even more and created UNCEN$ORED, a show that went beyond burlesque. We produced 5 episodes of this epic show and I am so proud of the work.

Now, I present to you my Body of Work: The Quarantine Collection. This is a collector’s item where you will find all 10 acts that I created for UNCEN$ORED in one place. I’ve also included 2 acts that have not been released to the public. One is from my fan club and the other is a video premiere, that I’m totally in love with.

I think that it is important to commemorate and celebrate this weird time. We are here. Together. We have lived a difficult year, but we have lived. I hope you enjoy this quarantine time capsule.

And, don’t forget that InToPleasure is only a week away! The first 20 people to register for 3 or more classes will receive a free copy of Body of Work and so much more! Register now!

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!

In honor of this glorious day, I am offering you an incredible FREE gift for my event InToPleasure on March 20th.

If you register TODAY for 3 or more classes for InToPleasure, not only will you receive an amazing digital gift bag filled with discounts and free stuff, but you will also receive a FREE 45min private session with me! We can have a sensual movement class. We can talk burlesque. We can do choreography. It’s up to you!

Don’t miss out on this wonderful, life affirming event. These pleasure experts are the real deal. Register now!

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InTo Pleasure

Have you ever stopped to consider YOUR pleasure? It is so easy to consider and tend to the pleasure and joy of others and leave ourselves last on the list. We grow up with the saying, ‘It is better to give than to receive.’ It is time to flip that script! It is time to receive pleasure WITH joy!

I am thrilled to present my newest project, InToPleasure, a full day of pleasure! I have gathered a brilliant theme of pleasure experts from a wide range of fields that are ready to share their knowledge so you can leave this event feeling confident about your own pleasure pursuits. So what better way to explore and experience pleasure, than to share it!

We can derive pleasure from many things: food, drink, a sunset, a warm bed, the soft glow of a candle, the unconditional love of a pet, a lover’s touch and even our own touch. Knowing how to access your pleasure and joy is empowering.

On March 20th, we will immerse ourselves in pleasure. We will learn from experts about sexuality, sensuality, and play. Join us for a full day of activities, or pick and choose your pleasure a la carte. Each class is $25 or you can take the full day of FIVE classes for $97! Pleasurable savings!

Each class will feature a presentation and a Q&A with each instructor. Classes will be recorded if you cannot attend live.

InToPleasure is a womxn’s only event.

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What is Pleasure?

I believe in the pursuit of pleasure but I wasn’t always like this. It took a real attitude shift and a realization that I was worthy of pleasure. Pleasure isn’t just for other people. It’s for YOU!

I am so excited about my event InToPleasure on April 2! There will be 5 experts presenting on a variety of topics. All you need to bring is an open mind and curiosity. Absolutely no experience necessary and there is no nudity involved.

Early bird discounts are only available until March 21st! Don’t pleasure delay. Grab those tickets now!