I can't remember having this much fun. I don't like to think of myself as old but my grandson is in college, so I can understand if others think of me that way. My girlfriend and I have been dating about six months. As I rummaged around the internet I come across a story about The Power Exchange. It might be fun, we could go and watch people having fun, maybe play with each other a little, if that feels right. What do we have to lose, if it's to creepy we can just leave. When I mentioned the idea of going to a sex club, my girlfriend, she fired off a string of questions, "Do I want to have sex with other people? Do I want her, to have sex with other people? Are people going to be groping me? Is it just going to be guys with their dicks hanging out .... " No, No, I don't know, maybe, If it's creepy we can leave. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The main room is the size of a basketball court with a disco ball. Near the entrance under a spot light, is a black leather swing, suspended from chains, with stirrups for your feet. I motion towards the swing and ask my friend if she would like to try it? I didn't expect that she would agree since we had just arrived. Without hesitation she climbs up. She is suspended inside the metal frame with her legs far apart and her hands holding the chains behind her head. I Can't believe how beautiful she looks. I grab a nearby chair the perfect height, and sit down to eat as if it's my first meal in a month. She is laying back and allowing me complete access, while I am also able to watch the reaction on her face. What I can't see is the stream of new arrivals that have been standing behind me taking in the view. A hour later we go down stairs where there is a warren of rooms some occupied and others not. My friend and I enter one of the small rooms and spend the next hour touching every part of her. The door is open and I am only vaguely aware of other guests coming and going. The rules of the club require that you ask permission before touching and given that we are completely engrossed in each other "our guests" just watch respectfully before moving on to another room. Staff people on each floor watch to be sure no one is being pressured into anything. We devote the next hour to discover if it really is possible to fuck someones brains out. - As we got to the car my friend said let's do that again. I agree - that was the most fun I have had in years. The only thing that would make this place better is if I could find a parking garage near by that was open late read more

The experience for was Luke warm and that's because it was my first time so I didn't really what to expect. I did enjoy the different levels the music was good. Other than that the atmosphere was friendly and I would definitely go back. read more

I may have a much better experience than most having a very willing and open minded partner to attend with me. What I will say is that the staff was extremely attentive and at no time did we feel unsafe. Yes, there are a lot of hetero guys there but what do you expect? When we went there was a handful of women/femmes so you still have a chance at having some fun at PE. The best time to go for us was around 11PM-1:30AM, where the critical mass of people were there. However, having my partner made the entire club come take a glance so there was that. Overall good experience as a hetero couple. read more

My wife and I went here for the first time a few months ago and are just getting around to reviewing it. We LOVED it. My wife enjoyed being looked at and complimented on her body. read more

If you're interested in erotica adulttime and open minded You can find what you're looking for here read more

I swear theres 5 of shitty af mistakes by them 1:why its hella expensive if its pretty low key 2: they cant have cute female?? 3:they are low quality shows 4:their entertainer looks like straight grandma 5:they are ugly af i almost throw up 6:theres no benefit to being guest of PE I don't want waste 60~100 for have fun with oompa loompa read more

Props to the girl at the front window. Super nice and cool. You get the only star for this review! The rest of the Power Exchange venue gets no stars. "From a 3 piece suit to your birthday suit! Costume, fetish-wear, and lingerie are encouraged but not required. At a minimum you must be clean and presentable or you will be asked to return another night​." What a joke. My gf and I arrived at about 11:30pm for the Halloween party and by the look of things, I don't think anyone had been turned away. The joint was absolutely packed with dudes in stretched dirty tees, baggy jeans and filthy sneakers. Some of the people looked straight off the streets of the tenderloin outside. For those that don't know - also no bar. That said...no one checked bags so you could probably bring your own whatever. Too bad we didn't...nah wouldn't have helped. "Open to all genders and orientations". Technically yes. But *not* diverse at all in percentage and actual numbers. By far, the biggest thing - there's an undeniable feeling of testosterone and utter - and pushy - desperation. So. Many. Dudes. My gf and I didn't exactly feel "unsafe" but it definitely wasn't comfortable. You can say we aren't the target market, but I don't imagine many would be. I have been to other adult venues and I know how good they can be. I will not do another Power Exchange event. BUT! if cramming in with a bunch of grungy randos from off the streets tugging their willies is hot to you, or you are​ a grungy rando from off the streets (that also likes other said grungy randos)...or you're a professional with said clientele, then 5 stars and enjoy! UPDATE per owner's response: Thanks for the response Joshua! You're only supporting my case as to the type of business you run. I figured you'd think this review was retaliation. It's not, and I'm not the only one that feels the way I do about your venue. As for your ticket sales, how many of those people stayed at the venue and how many bolted quick as hell? And, please, please, please don't lie - give my money to the homeless! I support that all the way!! And if I save others from wasting their money and time on your venue with this review (or encourage those that want that atmosphere) then I'm only helping your business in the end. Good luck sir. read more

Went there for the first time a few weeks ago. I had a great time! The location is what kept me away. However, the police station was just around the corner, and once I was inside, I felt safe. Everyone was respectful. The staff was extremely hospitable. I have been there several more times since then. I am definitely enjoying my time there. I am grateful to have a safe place like this to experience life. read more

Came out to PE with my partner a few weeks ago for the first time. Was not sure what to expect but there was a lot of beautiful people there. I like the couple's separation however there was a man dressed up like a woman there it was a little uneasy cause kept checking out my partner. The lower floor was crazy The greeter and people really kept their space. read more

It was new for me but I was jamming to the music! I think just being out did it for me! But I went on a Sunday it was a sausage fest and only a few woman! I want to do it again but I want a buddy with me next time read more

I understand other reviews given because some nights are slow and others are busy. I've been a few times and it's clean, safe, and respectful. My recommendation is to check out the calendar online and see if the event sounds interesting to you before going. Also recommend "Twist" in SF if you want to try another option but overall I have enjoyed this place. read more

SF has a reputation for being sex positive yet it has the most mediocre sex club around. The place is too expensive and takes itself way too seriously (like the rest of San Francisco). Security at the entrance is overbearing and then they make you sign in for no good reason. They even make you turn off your phone, like anyone is there to take pictures in the darkness. All of this could be forgiven if the club was fun, but hardly any women show up, so what's the point? Trans and CDs are barely represented and the attractive couples rightly keep to themselves. The club is ok as an after-party for Folsom or Gay Pride, but is otherwise almost completely useless. If you're a horny single girl, you'll get a lot of attention, but any woman with some self-respect can do a lot better. I don't even blame the owners for this. They seem to be doing their best in a city that becomes more boring every year. If you want a fun public sex club (or a fun city) minus the pretentiousness, try southern California instead. read more

FANTASTIC first experience for my boyfriend and I. If you book ur tickets in advance on eventrbrite and arrive before 11 they refund you 20 dollars which RULES. The staff was SO nice and kind and just lovely older guys who asked if you had any questions were very professional, polite and welcoming. Absolutely set the tone for a great visit and calmed any of those last first time jitters. They have the rules up for a last once-over before you head in, and the lockers are Bring-your-own and they have you show them you're shutting off your phone to get in. Love the no-phone use policy, it made it much easier to let loose and relax. We were among the youngest couples there at 21/24, and got to play with and take notes from a lot of friendly older swingers! The atmosphere was very inviting, relaxed, and friendly people were making light conversation in the couples room and it was much less intimidating than expected. Speaking of which, ABSOLUTELY GO ON COUPLES NIGHTS the top floor is reserved for ONLY couples and single femmes (trans friendly) and its much more relaxed up there and is a great place to retreat to among other swingers if it gets a little too overwhelming downstairs. Ground floor has a sex swing and an open cage and a pole for lots of fun and play!! Music is LOUD here jsyk! This was the least crowded area, Lots of single people just sitting and jacking off, there's a balcony that's next to the couples area but you can't access it from that side so people can watch couples up close but not bug them, I loved that. THE BASEMENT IS WILD....Tons and tons and I mean TONS of single men who will try to jack off on you if not try to just get up on you. Must be firm with boundaries and if being sandwiched between 12 not super attractive men makes you anxious there are bouncers down there who will offer to put up a velvet rope for you to close off a section but they WILL watch close by. They have little private niche rooms in there too if you want to be adjacent to the action. Porn plays here too and there's LOTS of fun furniture of every size, again it is INTENSE but los of fun if you're into getting gangbanged! read more

I visited PowerExchange a few years back with my Friend & coworker and a Submissive Man. We drove in middle of the night from Sacramento. So, it was About 2am. As soon as we arrived we had a couple Guys following us around, we finally found ourselves in a small room with a red rope on door. I got my bag of tricks out & the Sub client had his public humiliation. Only thing that at first , was a distraction was a swarm of guys, half with their junk out already were pushing on the rope. I had to stop, grab my biggest Toy & tell them " push that rope again, plan to take this & and learn respect the hard way". They all backed up and stopped and watched but stepped back . I had a headache , lol. So, I was was ready to take out my irritation on them. Don't get me wrong, I would have thrown them a bone, probably not most of their idea of a bone. but headache made me a bit more intolerant . I would go back but now I know what to expect. This was last minute call. Next time I'd bring more bondage tools, I'd plan a day of shopping for new items clothing, toys my needs, than go play with new toys and maybe some blackmail play with some guys, hanging my pet on ast. Andrews Cross for awhile, etc... Good & Drinks we stopped by a strip club before hand and drink with Beautiful Trans Girls, and as far as ambience, If you are going to The power Exchange, especially as. A Female , you know what to expect. Make boundary's obvious and they will play nicely. read more

It's tough to review this place because we're trying to be conscientious of kinks that are not our own, but our overview is that this club definitely wasn't for us and wasn't for beginners (as someone else said in their review). We'll try to leave a mindful & informative detailed review below: We bought tickets to the attend the Purrvert Party, which when reading the event description appeared to be a Kitten Play party and hinted that there might be some sort of structure to the party itself and the theme. Upon arriving (we arrived around 11pm so not probably the height of the night for a sex club but also it was 2 hours into the event on a Saturday, so we imagined some array of people would be there). Our experience once we arrived was that there was no indicator in the space of there being a specific event, there were not many people there and those who were didn't appear to be going for this specific kink event. Positives: All of the staff were very nice, the N/A drinks were very affordable, the space seemed well-kempt, they had a full-sized Hans Solo in a carbonite block lol. Critiques: The Couples-only area was not in effect the night we were there, so there was no place to lounge away from the aggressive sausage factory. More than one person who approached us smelled heavily of alcohol which indicated that the door person (who was very nice btw) was not filtering out intoxicated folks -- this definitely made us feel uncomfortable & less safe regarding consent & having folks be self-aware when approaching us. The space felt very cavernous and we would have felt more safe if there was a staff person in each room to make sure people were playing ethically. Overall: We felt that PE was definitely only for advanced goers, and really more of a Sex Club only, it didn't feel like a kink event space except for perhaps kinks centered around voyeurism & exhibitionism & casual sex. It may have been the night/time we were there, but based on other reviews it seems fairly average to have a heavily single male dominated vibe and for them to be aggressively approaching without interest in properly meeting &/or negotiating a scene, more just to get off immediately (no kink judgement here if that's your thing). We would have been super excited to attend this Kitten Party but in the end it seemed more like a suggestion than an actual organized event. If PE is your vibe & you love it, again no judgement here, we just wanted to share our experience. For new kink folks in SF, we've had a great experience with events listed on Forbidden Tickets; they tend to be very well organized & ethical. We felt very glad to have that baseline on kink culture & safety before checking out PE. Happy playing all, be safe :) read more

For adventurous adults only! Better than a regular nightclub. You feel safe due to explicit rules of conduct and security. Great for couples or single people. read more

They are friendly but little aro pricy is definitely better if you come in couples and is not at lot of people inside.

For everyone considering checking out this location i will write our experience. I went there with my partner (Men and Women) for a couples night only (I think its the last Friday of every month) and we arrived around 9:40pm (The event started at 9) and we were actually the first couple there, we went inside and the place is actually pretty big the lower floor is a bdsm type place (its not as bad but the music was kinda weird ) the second or middle floor is like a stage type and the top third or top floor is a half floor with some sofas and other furniture. When we got there after exploring we stayed in the third floor which felt the best one for starters (it's our first sex club) and after like 10min more couples started showing up. Me and my partner were pretty engaged one to each other so we ended up going to the bdsm floor that has some private booths to be there. Overall the place will be fun if you go with an open mentality, the staff is nice, they have lockers (bring your own lock) and it felt clean enough (after all it is a sex club) my only issue with the place more than itself is the street, most of all the streets nearby are full of homeless and creepy people although this is not the clubs fault just maybe consider using uber instead of parking or try to park the nearest possible so you don't walk a lot in the street, overall had a great time and i would recommend going there early before it gets to crowded because maybe if it fills up to much if might get somewhat awkward (when we left there was about 16 couples and when we where having fun there was about 6 which felt pretty great and not to awkward) read more

More details: Firstly let's go back to maintenance. I saw one worker sweeping floors while I was there. The owner claims it's as clean as a hospital. Well, a hospital cleans and disinfects everything after each patient. The few hours we were there, there was multiple interactions in the same area and no one cleaned in between. Not even the participants... gross. 11 staff that night in plain clothes the owner claims... Why weren't they cleaning to hospital standards then? Secondly, the owner claims 20+ year's history with no problems... Uhhh this isn't the only bad review, this place is gross! Lastly, what the owner failed to address is the ratios of couples, single women and single men. Two couples were in attendance and over 20 single men, even though their website advertises that they only let in a certain number of "select" men. P.S; I didn't even mention before how they make you turn your phones off, yet certain people had phones out recording and taking pictures on the main floor the the "11 staff that was there" this place and owner is only worth the time for this review to protect the public. read more

Too many single men standing around gawking.....it's weird Never will I visit this establishment again read more

Definitely one of the best clubs in San Francisco!! I highly recommend to anyone looking for a good time!

I went on a Friday night. I had heard that Power Exchange was equally for gay & straight (& other) folks, but aside from myself (gay), it appeared to be just sketchy single straight guys. (Not a woman in sight.) I really don't understand...do straight guys think it's fun to hang out with other straight guys at a sex club? I wouldn't recommend it at all for gay men. It may be homo-friendly by policy, but in reality it seems to be a hetero business. On my way out I asked the doorman if there was a more-gay time to be there, and he just kind of shrugged. One star gladly given for friendly staff. read more

When I was doing research about Power Exchange, I couldn't find the answers to things I wanted to know or it was a hunt to find the answers, but then the answers would be from 3+ years ago, didn't know if it it would still apply. I went with my friend for her birthday. Originally, her husband was coming with us two. It ended up being us two. I was nervous from reviews I read about being a single female. Yes, guys follow you, they may get a tad too close when you are playing but it was easy enough to get them to give space. You could be sitting on a chair and random dick pops through a glory hole you don't realize is there till the dick is staring at you. Definitely entertaining to watch the guys walk around like flies. Hehe They have lockers for your things. Bring a lock or it's $2-5 to check in your coats and things. I finally saw a review saying it's a good idea to bring wet naps to clean your hooter. Great idea if you plan to participate. I brought a small crossover purse to keep essentials (wet naps, chap stick, lube). We participated with a couple where us women played and the husband watched, along with the crowd of guys. No alcohol. They do have water, sodas and snacks. Parking... parking was a bit*h. We parked in the lot on turk since they are open late for the club. Parking is limited and it's difficult to turn around if you find no parking. It was also $41 for roughly 4 hours. The thing I appreciated the most... the bouncer at coat check, LB, I believe. He was so nice, explained everything, made us feel comfortable and also kept checking on us throughout the night since we were the only single women. Even walked us back to our car. He was so awesome and it was so appreciated to help ease the fluttery feelings. There are 3 floors. Downstairs is the dungeon. They have saddles and a swing that I wish I could've tried. Middle floor has a main bed, couch and chairs, striper pole/stage. 3rd floor was another pole, glory hole, has a private room. Overall, I would go back but I would bring a guy with me if possible. But would go alone too. You just need to be comfortable with yourself and speak up. It's all about the women, not men. read more

My partner and I went on couples night only, this past Friday, two days ago. While we were very heartily welcomed and everything was explained to us by both the kind guy at the door and the equally kind woman at the coat check, we felt a little uneasy at first and intimidated by some of the props. However, it was my guy's desire to be tied up on a cross and so I was able to fulfill that fantasy for him. Little did I know he also wanted to be whipped as well, and hard! It was kind of a strange experience for me but I did enjoy it as the wetness in my crotch definitely gave me up! After getting quite an audience downstairs while we were playing on the cross, we went upstairs where he tied me up onto the bed, blindfolded, but unfortunately nobody approached us there, or for most of the evening. We weren't even asked, other than one couple in which the woman wanted to be whipped when I was done with my partner downstairs. Her husband said he wanted to fuck me, but that's not really why I was there. I would've had liked to been approached by more couples or women, as would my partner have, he even provided me with a rubber 'swingers ring' to let people know we were open to such. As with couples night at twist, it was somewhat disappointing that people weren't more brave or more focused on what their desires were. It seems to be more voyeuristic where people are just waiting for somebody to do something where they can watch. I mean, we were happy to oblige, but would've liked to of played with other couples/women. They provide sanitizing wipes for the furniture, which is all vynil, but you may wish to bring your own washcloth/towel/sheet. The downstairs swing was fun, albeit rather flimsy in its construction. And, please bathe before (and after!) going. I could actually smell some people, even with fans to the keep air moving. Parking is lame @ $40 in a nearby garage. We rode down from SR on his bike, the doorman/security told us to just park on sidewalk in front of club, where they watched it, so that was super great of them! read more

Excellent place to have sex with the wife in front of others as well as meet other like minded couples. Definitely too many single men there...so just go on a couples only night and you'll be fine. read more

I have been going to PE since it was on Harrison and to Otis st. The Otis location was a godsend. When I heard they moved to the old strip club. I thought " cool, grungy sexy vibe" which it is in every sense. I can agree with almost every review. the good and the bad. I have taken about 5 different women to PE over it's time on Jones st. I have had my partner harassed, some one jerked off in her hair. Been followed by wagging dick weirdos. And, I have had some of the most fun experiences there. I would say it is a 70/30 split in terms of good and bad. The good outweighed the bad. Their staff ( from my experiences ) have been nice, informed and looked out for knobs misbehaving. I have not been there in a few months. I can see how the grungy people can get overwhelming. But, you can always find a spot where you can get away from people. The upper floor reserved for couples is a great get away. I love the sleazy atmosphere. I think this place is for seasoned players to be honest. Or perverts like myself. My only real complaint is the price has gotten a bit too expensive. I will always support PE. I really love the place. read more

PE is always a good time, but like any club...it is what you make it. My wife and I go regularly The good: clean. Staff is always friendly and helpful with us. Gloryholes! We love them and it is a good way for action and have control over the other persons actions! Staff monitors the jerks and warns them regularly if they don't follow the rules. They do not hesitate to throw guys out for it...awesome! Couples area (on nights when it is couples only) is a good escape from the guys who like to follow you around. We generally go here for single guys, but even we need a break here and there. The bad: upstairs music is too romantic and slow. Downstairs is metal, which is better, but not a problem. Wish it was louder in both areas. Wish there were more private play space. There are no single guy play areas that you cannot be watched by a dozen people or more. My wife doesn't mind, but I am not such an exhibitionist. Wish there were more glory holes!! Or at least a couple where the giving side isn't on display. Over all this is one of our favorite spots to get nasty! read more

I have never gone single, so cannot comment on that. However.... In 2000 my hunni and I spent a couple of weeks in SF on vacation and came to P.E. MULTIPLE times during that trip. We um (blush) engaged in some really fun and what would normally be intimate activities (just the 2 of us) in many of the rooms in the place. We often drew a crowd, we had multiple requests to join in (which we did not do very much of) and had some serious fun. In 2000: transfolk were quite welcome, though not universally appreciated or desired. Even for a monogamous couple I would recommend this place as a safe place to enjoy some intimate time in a somewhat public environment with a themed room. My spouse and I are a bit more swingers, my hunni is the pansexual, I have more limited interests. However we get to know our partners more than just showing up at a venue, so we never went to PE with the idea of connecting and getting busy with whoever we met there. There are places like this in most every city. Heck, in decades past: I have even worked at some as a DJ spinning EDM, house, dark wave, industrial, metal fused with pulsing throbbing beats designed to inspire the mood. I recommend places like this highly. You will see stuff that does not appeal to your tastes, just look away or go to another room. Or stare in fascination as it is all part of the experience. Enjoy having your mind blown by what others do as a spectator, or engage in your own kind of kink and adventure. See something that you want to try or engage in: maybe ask. While my spouse and I have not fully engaged in crowd scenes with people that we met at PE, we surely did with folks from our local clubs that we had gotten to know on a personal level and developed a level of comfort with. While we did allow some limited non-penetrating involvement from some of the PE spectators so you can set boundaries and enjoy the freedom. One of the healthiest things about a sex club is that whatever taboo items that you find appealing: you will discover not only that others have similar desires, but even stuff far beyond. It is really mentally and emotionally healthy to live life to the fullest and enjoy what you desire. It is healthy to explore your boundaries and discover new ones. It took me 20 years to get around to finally writing this review, but I have been suggesting this place and other places like it for decades. read more

Judgemental Assholes! I cannot believe how rude and rediculous this place was! I went there with my partner and got stared at, talked to rudely, and just disrespected on every level! I will never go to this place again and I wont suggest it to anyone! They are rude to their neighbors, make excessive noise for no reason and just plain lame! read more

Had a ton of fun! Sucked so much dick in the glory hole! Can't wait to do it again!

Welcome back Power Exchange. Many of you know that the Power Exchange was forced to move out of its Otis Street address when the building landlord went bankrupt. It then moved to 34 Mason Street, but the Fire Department (read "community activists") appear to have torpedoed that location as well. Well, the Power Exchange is back, and better than ever. The present location used to be the "Pink Diamonds Gentleman's Club." Unfortunately for the gentleman, Frisco closed down Pink Diamonds in October, 2009. Now gentleman and naked ladies will be replaced with naked ladies and naked gentleman having sex. What fun. I entered and was greeted by the cavernous main floor, with its red carpet and red lounge couches, its black ceiling and white lighted stage floor, its white draped walls and balconey. The room is dominated by the stripper pole, a metaphofical erection, that beems straight up from the cat walk. No one is gyrating on the pole now since the gentleman's club moved out and Power Exchange took over. There is a naked man lying down at the base of the poll, on the stage, masturbating. The second floor is made up of a dark room with a round bed, and on the other side a balcony and walk that overlook the main floor. The basement is where bodies collide. There are a long line of dark cubby rooms - closets in which there are cushy chairs. read more

Y and I came trekking our way here on Christmas Eve and arrived at approximately 10pm. We arrived and, while we packed light, still had a few things to leave to coat check. It was only $2, but I felt a bit dubious about the security of my beloved iPhone. My original was kidnapped in Walnut Creek just less than a year ago, so I've become more cautious. Me: Can you keep my coat? Guy with tattoos: Sure. Me: Can I put my iPhone in there? You have to guard it with your life! Guy with tattoos: Yes, you can leave it in there. It'll be fine. Me: Are you sure?!?!? What if someone runs in and starts stealing everything! Guy with tattoos: Does it look like anyone would fuck with me? Me: ........ Um..? He assured me he'd kick any ass that came close to my bebe. I kind of didn't believe him because he seemed more friendly than scarey, but I trusted his muscles a little more than mine. We walked in, saw that there were 2 men sitting on the couches in front of the stage, and wandered the rest of the venue (empty). Everybody was fully covered. The downstairs was neato! There were these little themed booths (mariachi?, Asia town, freaky clowns, satanic, etc.) which were only lit using black-lights. There's also a nice balcony with a few stools to watch the stage. Somehow, a plump man in his late fifties started following us and standing really, really close to me... Everywhere I turned, there he was! Creepy. We escaped to the restricted "couples room", which is on the other side of the tinted window next to the balcony. We waited and waited, and even met the owners that had stopped by. We complained about the crowd (or lack thereof), but they insisted a decent amount of people would spontaneously appear in an hour or so (11ish). Peeking through the window like puppies, we waited. A fellow on the other side saw us and sat on the stool and started choking his chicken to us. Wtf?? We weren't even getting it on! We tried everything from ignoring him, to burying our faces behind the couch, to making angry faces. He just smiled and started scooting closer to me. Sighs. He sat there for half an hour choking his chicken. Y and I looked at each other all confused. The guy eventually left, so we did the happy dance. Five minutes later, he came back and started doing the same thing again... We sat there until 11:45ish and the crowd grew to maybe 10 or 15. Everyone was boring and just sitting around and talking, except two girls(?) who were pole dancing and trying to get monies. Most of the crowd was late fifties and over, and on the hefty side. Though, there was one flamboyant youngster (late thirties) that was sporting a blonde wig and kept things interesting. He pointed to me and yelled, "I WANT (posey)!" We smiled. All of this resonated with us for some time. I was expecting "Eyes Wide Shut", but was extraneously unimpressed. I got a voucher for free admission on my next visit (they said I came on a bad night), which I still haven't used. My iPhone was safe and sound, so I was happy. Sometime over the next few years when SOPA and PIPA somehow pass on the ballots and ruin the internet for me, you'll know where to find me. No Reddit, Wikipedia, 4Chan, YouTube, Pirate Bay, or LiveScience. So why give away $14 for a 2 hour film when you can have hours of everlasting entertainment for $10 here? Just be careful and don't catch HIV! Until then, I'll be looking for a new form of entertainment. read more

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After a negative experience at The Citadel, my partner and I took a walk to PE and thoroughly enjoyed the rest of our evening! The dungeon was a blast, and the top level (for Couples Only, that night) was a great place to relax after an intense scene. The staff were all very welcoming and kind; for instance, when one patron tried to get handsy the manager (?) jumped in and shut it down before it could go any further, plus when single guys tried to sneak up to the Couples Only level they were immediately brought back down. For my first experience here, it was an amazing one and I hope to be back soon. My advice (especially for women): 1. Going alone, you run the risk of running into a few eager beavers, so it's best to go with a partner or a friend. 2. Yes there are guys jacking off everywhere, but that is the kind of place this is and you need to brace yourself for that reality- it's a sex/BDSM club! (Although I did notice that that only happened, from what I could see, in the dungeon) 3. If you're a prude and are turned off by people openly expressing their sexuality and getting sexual in front of you, then don't show up- you'll waste your money. 4. Have fun while you are there; if you see something you'd like to try or you want to strike a few things off of your Fuck It list, then this is the place to do it! read more

I haven't been here in probably over 10 years and since were celebrating for my friends birthday we figured we would make this place our last stop which was at about 2:30 AM. There are two levels and on the first floor it's really big and open with couches, as well as a stage with a pole which I thought was pretty cool. The second floor is a little bit more secluded with the rooms. The staff was really nice so the 2 stars isn't because of the service they provided it was because of the type of people that were there. It was at least 3/4 men, the guys in there were really perverted and had flashlights. Believe me I know the type of place that this is, but it just wasn't a good vibe, I felt very uncomfortable in there and highly doubt I will ever go back. read more

I wish this place was better, I really do. Some of the staff is nice enough, and I believe the world needs more sex positivity. That being said, stay away from here. STAY AWAY FROM HERE. I have been here mutiple times, and 90% of the time it ends the same. Some guys go too far and I end up minorly hurt, sometimes worse. Things that have happened to me: - Guys pressing down on the do-not-press parts of my spine. - Guys attempting to enter me without a condom. - Guys putting all their weight on the backs of my knees. - Guys who engage in breathplay (choking) and impact play (face slapping, spanking, paddling) WITHOUT MY CONSENT - Sodomizing me without my consent. Yes, all that and so much more. Right here at the ol' PE! If I end up in a wheelchair, I don't want to have to explain some guy at the Power Exchange twisted my neck cause he thought it would be hot to grapple me for fun! Are all these guys rapists? Probably not... maybe some are simply idiots! But the more important part of this is that afterwards I would tell the staff. This is the responses I would get back: - That's why you need to have a friend with you. (I did) - Did you tell him not to do that? (After he already violated my consent) - You just need to be more firm with guys. ....and more. A horny guy at a club is too eager and thinks a vagina works like a baseball mitt? Maybe he's an idiot, maybe it was an accident. A staff member hearing about someone getting hurt, and then minimizing the issue? That is irresponsible, reckless, and counterproductive! Places like the Power Exchange end up doing more harm than good. Do yourself a favor. Go to the Citadel or Catalyst instead. It's -relatively- safer. read more

I came here for the first time for SF Pride and it was a whole new experience. Super fun and helpful employees, and fun guests! My friends and I came in not knowing what to expect, but we enjoyed every minute of it. If I didn't live in SoCal, I surely would be back again! Clean facility, you can tell the workers care about keeping it that way!!! I believe Clint was his name who helped us. Very welcoming and non-judgemental. If you're curious about this place, at least check it out. If it's not for you, at least you tried! read more

many people seem not to understand what they're getting into with PE & give it negative reviews because they're "grossed out" or whatever, but I am SO grateful PE exists & that it is the way it is. It is one of a kind. Many of the reviews are horrified that men are everywhere masturbating, but that is THE POINT of this place! PE is a place where anything goes & men are encouraged to express themselves. touching others without consent is NOT ok, & I very seldom see anyone disrespectful of that boundary. touching one's own self is OK though, & the couples who come here are looking to perform for an appreciative audience (& possibly to interact with them). If you desire privacy there is a couples only area. But this place is not like many sex clubs where there are so many rules that nothing much happens outside of couples being exhibitionistic with each other (not that there's anything wrong with that:)). This place is a genuine free for all, with a wide range of sexuality represented. It's a place everyone can be free. This is VERY rare in our puritanical society. So take your judgement elsewhere. if aspects of human sexuality gross you out - whether it is men pleasuring themselves or trans folks or whatever - this place is not for you. Thanks PE! love ya! read more

I absolutely love it here! I feel very welcomed by the staff and they were quick to help when needed. There is always disinfectant wipes available, making clean up easy and quick. This is my go to for an amazing time with myself. The music is awesome. The venue is super cool and flows very well. The staff is so respectful and really helped the first time I went. I continue to go regularly. There will always be stupud men that we can't control, but j just feel flattered when men wanna watch me and at no point do I feel in danger of them. If I did I know for sure the staff will get on it. It's about being safe clean and comfortable. If you're looking for an easy lay, this might not be for you. Even I, who goes regularly, barely ever have sex with anyone. We all have a reason to wanna go, watch, be seen, explore, maybe find a play partner for the night. Don't be upset if no one has sex with you. This isnt the place. Thank you to everyone at PE for making such a great place. Accepting of everyone I love it!!! read more

I feel bad for heterosexuals. Queer people have lots of places to go to engage in (semi-)public sex, but heterosexuals are stuck with this one. I hadn't been to the Power Exchange in over a decade; back then, they were notorious for being unwelcoming to trans people. Now, they advertise themselves as "pansexual". I was curious how it had changed. In reality, there's nothing "pansexual" about it; the ratio of men to women is about 15 to 1, and all of the sex that I observed was between men and women. For the most part, the club is full of men dressed like slobs with their dicks out, crowding around the one or two couples in the club who might be actually be having sex with each other at any given time. I'm not sure who this is for. Surely, it's less frustrating (and cheaper) for straight men to jerk off and watch porn at home. There's a double-standard dress code where women are expected to be "dressed to the nines" while men are allowed to come in wearing sweatsuits and sneakers (and most are). But I'm not sure why women would want to go to that much effort to look nice when men aren't expected to do the same. If you're a woman looking to hook up with men, well, I'm not sure why you would come here given that there's no expectation placed on men to do anything to make themselves look good. As a queer, gender-non-conforming person, I didn't see anyone else who was presenting in a gender-non-normative way, and I certainly wouldn't have felt comfortable having queer sex here; too many homophobic vibes. I guess the one reason you might come here is if you're part of an apparently-heterosexual couple and enjoy exhibitionism, but if you're willing to wait, you can go to a kink or play party that isn't full of guys in sweatpants jacking off. The all-genders night at Steamworks in Berkeley is pretty good. And if you're a single guy, well, either go to Eros (if you're not into men as it is, try it -- you might like it) or stay home. Despite the warnings about safe sex, it's not enforced and there are about two containers of lube and condoms in the whole place, and no gloves. This place exists to separate straight men from their money by selling a fantasy; if you're a straight man, you'll get more out of a strip club than the Power Exchange. If you're queer or non-binary, you'll get ignored at best. And if you're a straight woman, there's no reason why you should spend money and dress up in order to titillate straight men (if you want to do that, strip clubs exist and at least they'll pay you instead of the other way around). The replies to previous reviews from the owner illustrate that everything they say in their marketing is a lie. read more

surprisingly comfortable, the employees were super welcoming. If y'all are going and you don't want to be touched or your partner to be touched you HAVE to be vocal. Thankfully everyone respects clear boundaries. it was my first time but from what I've seen it's mostly a middle aged crowd with some young exhibitionists. What would make it better would be active cleaning throughout the night. Bring some sanitizer, towels!!!, and wash your hands bro read more