Classes

Classes

Needle Play 101 Class with David

The class will be focused on safe handling, opening, inserting, removing, and disposing of needles to create a needle "button" on a body. A "button" is two needles that cross in an X shape through the surface of the skin. There is very little blood (if any) and only a small superficial wound is created.

The class will consist of a brief lecture, a demo, and supervised practice. All materials for the practice will be provided, including: gloves, needles, alcohol swabs, cork caps, sharps disposal container, decorative ribbon, and first aid supplies in case of accidents.
Anyone may observe the class. Bring a willing bottom if you have one. Practice on yourself is possible if you do not have a bottom. Safest areas of needle play on the body will be discussed.
After the class, needle kits for play at home will be available for purchase for $20 cash.

Needle Play 201 Class with David

The 201 class will be focused on creating a needle "ladder" and "square" on a body. A "ladder" is two vertical parallel needles with up to six intersecting horizontal needles that form a ladder shape. A "square" is four overlapping needles forming a square shape. There is a higher risk of bleeding with these advanced shapes than the "button" taught in the 101 Class.

Attendance at the Needle 101 class prior is highly encouraged, but for those who could not attend we will briefly recap safe handling, opening, inserting, moving, and disposing of needles.

The class will consist of a brief lecture, a demo, and supervised practice. All materials for the practice will be provided, including: gloves, needles, alcohol swabs, cork caps, sharps disposal container, decorative ribbon, and first aid supplies in case of accidents.
Anyone may observe the class. Bring a willing bottom if you have one. Practice on yourself is possible if you do not have a bottom. Safest areas of needle play on the body will be discussed.
After the class, needle kits for play at home will be available for purchase for $20 cash.

No Toy Impact with The Kilted Heathen and Rain

No toys handy? Did you forget your toy bag at home? Did you just break your paddle on your bottoms butt? No worries, you can still do impact play. In this class we will go over how to use what "god" gave you... hands, fists, knees, and even some fun pressure points. Join us for an interactive experience on how to have fun with some rough body play.

Single Tails in Small Places

Love whips? Do you get all tingly inside at the sound of a whip crack? Do you enjoy watching the dance of the long whip? These are all very beautiful things, but how can you bring them indoors? Bring your short whips and we will go over how to bring that fun indoors. In this class we will go over some of the basics of the whip. Some different classes of whip. What class of whip would best fit your play style. And how to throw them indoors and in smaller places.

Strength as an s-type: Finding depth and dichotomy in your role

Contrary to popular belief, being an s-type is not for the weak! Come to a presentation and discussion regarding the strength of our role. From self-discipline, service to our D type and community, or how we identify outside of our dynamic, being an s-type is ripe with opportunities to be a warrior, a service champion or a submissive wizard. We will discuss what strength can look like and different types of strong qualities that identify us closer to a morning glory than a shrinking violet. Come and share in strength and community!

Rope 201 : Next Steps

Join us as we learn how to transition from basic technical rope skills to a meaningful scene.
There will be a demonstration of a "double blindfold" technique by Tantrika, and then we will learn a simple lacing pattern that is easy enough to help us gain confidence.
We will be exploring how to:
- Find a tying partner
- Negotiate for what both sides want, and what it takes for informed consent, including common pitfalls
- How to stop focusing only on what to tie and start focusing on the how and why
- How to move from a mechanical skill into something that flows
- Debunk common rope myths, including that suspension is the ultimate rope goal
- Explore various rope styles, including primal play, artistic rope, sadistic/ torture ties, nurturing style, gender affirming ties, sexual play, and more
- Let go of what you think is expected and find your own style - moving from performative rope to organic, authentic rope
This class is designed for all levels of rope players, from beginners to advanced. Tops, switches, and bottoms and the simply curious are all welcome. You may find it helpful to bring a tying partner or to pair up once you arrive, but you can practice the lacing on yourself as well.
To bring:
For the rope lacing you will need a bundle of rope, about 25 feet to 30 feet with 5mm to 6mm diameter works well. More than 40 feet becomes difficult to work with. Rope from a place like Home Depot is fine for beginners. A limited amount of loaner rope will be available. You may want to bring a blindfold or just close your eyes.

Calf Rope Torture

Spend an hour with Maxi, learning a deceptively simple method of eliciting intense sensation with little effort. Explore avenues of play, power dynamics and severity within this powerful technique. Discover the exciting world of basic rope safety and anatomy! Also perfect for solo or self tying!

The Right side of the Lash

This Class is for anyone interested in the receptive, bottoming role in BDSM. From vetting and negotiation, to productively processing sensations and pain during a scene, to aftercare and post scene drop, you will learn the skills needed to let go, have fun and take personal responsibility as an active participant in consensual play.