Monique Darling

Author of ‘Beyond Cuddle Party’ and workshop facilitator extraordinaire, Monique was born on this planet with the unique gifts and soul calling to help you remember how magnificent you truly are! Messages from your ancestors, your spirit guides, your body, nature, your soul, are all called upon and utilized so that you walk away knowing how deeply the cosmos loves you for YOU, exactly as you are, so you can begin to love and accept yourself too.
YOU, you are the gift!
Monique has led over 3500 workshops in the past 15 years. She has taught at colleges across the US including Yale. She has been featured on TLC and The Dr’s as well as various radio shows, podcasts and magazines across the globe. She specializes in helping others reclaim their power and natural sensuality by transmuting fear and repression into courage, self-love and freedom. Her primary purpose is helping folks bring out their vulnerability, energetic embodiment and fearless relating.
Learn more about Monique by going to www.everydaytantra.com

Upcoming Programs by Monique Darling

The New Orleans Intimate Tantra Festival

Also With Peter Petersen, Major Tom, Nikki, James Stevenson, Taína Ixchel, Yaw Tutu, Lèa Rochelle, Mayra Leen, James Marshall and Skye Nunez, Guest Teacher: Dala, Guest Teacher: Sierra L. Levy, N.D., L.Ac., Guest Teacher: Erin Elliott "Prema" and Guest Teachers: Lara and Michael Blackin

April 17 - 20, 2026

Step into a living temple of curiosity in New Orleans, April 17–20. This three-day, consent-centered Tantra festival features seven teachers, parallel class tracks, movement and somatics, Authentic Relating, erotic skills labs (clothed & clothing-optional), integration lounges, and an optional “Naked Grotto” soak. LGBTQIA+ inclusive, kink-aware, and accessibility-minded, with clear agreements and skilled safeties. Whether you’re new or seasoned, you’ll refine touch literacy, communication, and aftercare—then carry those tools into real life. Come curious; leave connected, resourced, and radiant.

Destination 4-Day Play Party Extravaganza

Also With Peter Petersen and Major Tom

September 18 - 22, 2026

**Destination 4-Day Play Party Extravaganza: New Orleans!** ✨ *Demos, Dancing & Debauchery* ✨ **When:** Sept. 18-22, 2026 **Where:** Heart of New Orleans Join Monique Darling, Peter Petersen, and Major Tom for a long weekend of connection, exploration, and celebration in the vibrant streets of NOLA. Dive into sensual workshops, curated play spaces, dancing, and even a private tour of Monique’s favorite city haunts (complete with our own parade!). This immersive experience offers instructional erotic classes, authentic relating games, and indulgent comforts like midnight snacks and a trip to the “naked grotto.” Whether you’re here to celebrate Monique’s birthday in true New Orleans fashion or to connect deeply with yourself and others, this event promises memories you’ll cherish forever. ✨ *All genders, bodies, and orientations welcome.* 💌 **RSVP now—spaces are limited!**