Signature Course

Sexual Empowerment 101

The sex education you always wanted, but never got. A 7-week men's group workshop for honest, shame-free conversations about sex, desire, and intimacy.

7 weeks

Duration

16 max

Group size

90 minutes

Sessions

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Portrait of Michael DiIorio, instructor for Sexual Empowerment.

Small cohort

Capped on purpose — intimate group, real conversations.

Our socialization and sex education is often riddled with shame and judgment. These live group workshops help you feel more open, confident, and empowered in your sex life — with the support of like-minded men on the same journey.

What's inside

This isn't just a course. It's a blueprint.

Embodied authenticity

Inhabit your body with presence and pride. Dismantle the scripts you were given — and find your own truth.

Safe boundaries

Master clear, compassionate communication and radical consent — the "Yes," "No," and "Maybe."

Sensual discovery

Explore your unique pleasure landscape through guided somatic exercises and honest group work.

Intimacy reimagined

Shift from performance to presence. Build relationships that honor both your needs and your partners'.

The Curriculum

Seven weeks. One real conversation.

Welcome mixer

Meet your group, set the container, and agree on the conversations we'll have together.

Sex positivity & your sex story

Unpack societal conditioning and sexual shame. Start writing the story you actually want.

Body image

Move from intellectual understanding to somatic experience. Body neutrality and sensory awareness.

Pleasure & desire

The biology of pleasure, beyond the basics. Developing a personal framework for desire.

Solo sex & fantasy

Solo practice, fantasy, and the inner landscape — without shame, without apology.

Sexual intimacy

Shift from performance to presence. Real conversations about vulnerability and connection.

Safety, STIs & substances

The practical stuff most sex ed skipped. Harm reduction, conversations, and self-care.

Check the fit

Is this course for you?

This journey is for men ready to shed the expectations of others and step into their own power.

You feel disconnected from your desires or have trouble identifying them.
You want to feel more confident meeting guys — online and in person.
You have insecurities that inhibit your ability to enjoy sex.
You don't have people in your life who can have open, honest conversations about this.
You're ready to heal from past sexual shame or societal pressures.
You want more depth, presence, and joy in your physical connections.

The details

Everything you need to know.

Schedule & availability

Current dates are published on the external program page
90 minutes per session
Live on Zoom when scheduled (calls are not recorded)
Enrollment is handled on the external program page

What you get

6 teaching modules + welcome mixer
Weekly digital workbooks & prompts
Live group discussion + coaching
Private community between sessions
Optional weekly challenges

Voices of growth

Real stories from past cohorts.

Men who decided to stop hiding and start living.

“I got to meet a new connection”

I got a lot from the workshops and I enjoyed hearing the men speak in the group discussion. Michael was an awesome facilitator — so wise, graceful, respectful and on the ball. The material is exceptional.

Larry

“Safe space for everyone”

Michael consistently carves out a safe space for everyone to share and crafts our opinions into golden nuggets of wisdom, through his heartfelt reflections.

Stefano

“I need that in my life”

The biggest surprise was how much we laughed — even about the "taboo" things. Michael's breezy approach to sex makes it fun and easy to speak freely. I need that in my life.

Pietar

“Makes everyone feel welcome”

Michael is knowledgeable, open, and makes everyone feel welcome. Very positive and safe space. No judgment. You can participate as much as you'd like.

Liam

Your
coach

Meet your coach

Michael DiIorio

Life & Wellness Coach · Lead Facilitator

With 13 years in the corporate world coaching leadership skills, Michael founded Wellismo in 2020 to focus on personal life coaching. He specializes in helping clients build genuine self-confidence from the inside out.

Michael is the co-host of the Gay Men Going Deeper podcast and a leader of the Gay Men's Brotherhood, where he facilitates monthly sharing circles and workshops with men around the world.

Ready when you are

Invest in the most important relationship you'll ever have.

Current availability, dates, and pricing are maintained on the external program page, which opens in a new tab.

Featured

Availability & pricing

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All 7 live workshops (6 teaching + welcome mixer)
Weekly downloadable workbooks
Live coaching from Michael
Private group for between-session support
Weekly challenges to apply the work

View current details

Current dates, pricing, and enrollment details are maintained on the external program page.

Questions? Book through Wellismo and we'll talk it through.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Do I need to attend all the workshops?

No. You're free to choose which ones you'd like to join — but I'd love to see you at all of them to foster the connection with your peers.

Can I pay per workshop?

No. For the one-time payment, you get access to all 7 workshops and all related materials.

I'm shy in groups. Do I need to prepare anything?

Not at all. The purpose is to discuss your unique experiences and listen as others do the same. You're never obligated to share — holding space for others is just as valuable.

Why are you limiting the group size?

My experience with group facilitation is that 8–16 is the sweet spot for this content. A smaller group encourages greater safety and intimacy.

What's the format of each workshop?

A brief overview of the week's topic, then group discussion and sharing, then an opportunity to get live coaching and peer support.

I'm not gay — can I still join?

Yes. Full disclosure: the content has been designed for men who primarily have sex with men, but the concepts apply to men who have sex with women or are figuring out what they like.

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