The Classes
FRIDAY |
Peak |
Quantum I |
Quantum II |
Apex |
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1:00 - 2:30 PM |
Dave L. and Jen |
Master Scott & slavegirl |
Master Sade and slave |
slave Tina |
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Total Surrender: No Limits, No |
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3:00 - 4:30 PM |
Ms. Domina |
Mistress Joanne |
Master Obsidian and slave namaste |
Master Scott & slavegirl |
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5:00 - 6:30 PM |
Jayson daboi |
Leonora Maam |
Allena |
Master Rick |
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Keeping it Real: Strategies to make |
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7:00 - 8:30 PM |
Jay Wiseman |
Leigha |
Dossie |
Master Sade and slave |
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SATURDAY |
Peak |
Quantum I |
Quantum II |
Apex |
Summit |
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8:00 - 9:00 AM |
Yoga |
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9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Allena |
Master Obsidian and slave namaste |
Mistress Tawnie |
slave Alia |
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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Master Skip |
Leigha |
Jay Wiseman |
Liza and her slave, Jody |
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Everything You Ever Wanted |
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Lunch |
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1 PM - 3 PM |
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3:00 - 4:30 PM |
Robyn Friedman |
Mollena |
Master Trooper Frank |
Ms. Margaret and slave Erich |
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5:00 - 6:30 PM |
Sharrin |
Madison Young |
Master Trooper Frank |
slave Rick |
Celeste |
The Alchemy of
Compatibility
Master Obsidian and slave namaste
Most of us realize that it takes compatibility to make a
relationship work, but what does compatibility look like within a Power exchange
dynamic? Do opposites attract or do birds of a feather flock together? As a
Master/Dom does it matter if the slave/submissive is compatible, can't you just
mold them into whatever you want? As a slave...where does compatibility fit in
and can it be found without creating a co-equal dynamic? What is this magical
alchemy that makes two (or more!) people a good fit together. Obsidian and slave
namaste will explore this topic sharing their perspectives and
experiences as well as helpful pointers and red flags.
Pressure Point
Play
Master Obsidian and slave
namaste
In
this interactive seminar, we will explore pressure work in S/M sessions.
Becoming experienced with non-impact/non percussive techniques can open up new
horizons in our relationships, providing a conduit for the discerning Dominant
to awaken or inflict a broad spectrum of sensations in the body of the
submissive of bottom. By manipulating different pressure points or
accupoints on the body, sensations ranging from orgasm to
excruciating pain and even deeply moving emotional catharsis can result. These
techniques are toy bag independent there are no size and gender
independent as well most techniques are performed with an empty hand.
Sensual Caning
Ms. Domina
From setting the scene,
to doing the scene. You can even do warm ups with a cane. Almost
anyone can learn to enjoy the cane. Here is the secret.
(Conrad Hodson in Portland first put a name to this
technique. Hes the master!)
Rope Ecstasy
Mistress Tawnie
Mistress Tawnie will show you how to integrate
rope bondage into your favorite sexual positions and how to use it to spice up
your bedroom play. Position ties, ties to hold dildos, vibrators and butt plugs,
rope dildos, ties for sex among other topics. Special attention will be focused
on safety, comfort and function (Demo)
Cathartic Flogging
Merging the Erotic and the Ecstatic to
Facilitate Catharsis
Master Skip
Websters defines
catharsis as an emotional purification or purgation that brings about spiritual
renewal. Catharsis provides release from tension, an increased feeling of
aliveness, and can even serve as a catalyst for spiritual enlightenment. Through
catharsis one can experience bliss. Provided that the proper intention, focus
and egoic surrender are in place, the mindful use of a flogger
provides an excellent opportunity for catharsis for both the Dom and the sub.
Come discover the simple message of the flogger, and how that message can
transform youbody, mind and spirit!
Boy, Didn't You Hear What I Thought
I Said
The Importance of Functional Communication in
D/s Relationships
slave Rick
Although everyone wants to feel loved and accepted, a lack
of healthy communication skills often undermines ones chances for a happy and
successful relationship. And thats especially true for those of
U/us whose sexual identity is rooted in BDSM. Because the
consensual imbalance of authority in D/s affords ample opportunity for
projection and power struggles, we sometimes have difficulty achieving and
sustaining healthy, long-term D/s relationships. But this same
dynamic can also provide us with a tremendous opportunity to identify and heal a
myriad of unresolved issues from our past, thereby paving the way for an
enduring, mutually satisfying relationship. And sound, functional
communication between all of the parties in the relationship holds the
key
Wired for Service
The Best (and Worst) of Voluntary
Servitude
slave Alia
Service comes in all forms and in all types of persons, and
is not limited to the leather community by any means. But we do
have our own unique understandings and expressions of service. It
is my belief that most of us are wired for service in some way expressed in the
forms of our relationships (Daddy/boy) or employment (nurse) or even in our
spiritual practices (minister). Our challenge seems to be in
discovering what service means to us individually and then putting those
discoveries into action. And some have an altogether different
challenge: the inability to balance our need to serve with our own
physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. How does one who is
wired for service learn to say no?
This interactive workshop
has been designed to facilitate conducting a personal service inventory
exploring readiness (including our sense of worthiness), willingness, limits,
conditioning, personality, types of service and service relationships within
out community, and ways to deepen and strengthen ones own sense of
service.
Whats the Fucking
Difference?
Master Scott
This workshop will address the fucking difference
literally. In other words, what makes leathersex different from
vanilla sex? How does one blend their power exchange dynamic, SM, and/or D/s
into sexual activities? For many in the leather community, sex has little SM,
but it may have a lot of D/s. what forms does this take? What techniques can be
added into vanilla sex to enhance it and bring it squarely into the realm of the
D/s relationship? This workshop will explore techniques and methods to add to
your personal sexual tool box. Warning (or enticement): content is extremely
graphic.
Total Surrender: No Limits, No
Safewords, No Strings Attached
Master Scott and slavegirl
ronda
If you put a chain around the neck of a slave,
the other end fastens itself around your own. Emerson - With many
accepted and familiar M/s styles, the integration of limits and
safewords clearly is not in opposition to the M/s dynamic. Yet, we
occasionally hear about the self-described no-limits M/s relationship or those
seeking this type of connection. This total surrender relationship is but one
option and will be the focus of this workshop. Offering and accepting total
surrender has enormous depth to it. The slave gives his/herself to an owner
completely and absolutely. There is nothing the slave wouldnt do, and do so
gladly because of the established trust with the owner. With this acceptance of
total surrender, the Master feels an increased amount of responsibility and
sense of purpose. Join Master Scott and slavegirl
ronda as they examine the degrees of surrender and the power of
having a total surrender relationship
Take Down
Leigha
Fleming
To be spirited away
by a person is high on many a submissive's or bottom's fantasy list. Pulling off
a good take down scene is often a difficult balancing act. We'll do an overview
on physical and emotional resistance play, what can go wrong, the potential
missteps and mistakes, overpowering techniques, planning and recruiting. We will
focus the majority of class time on overcoming mental resistance and how to take
someone down emotionally.
NCSF: Consent
Leigha
Fleming and Robyn Friedman
How do we navigate
the waters of consent in our relationships and play? Some of our relationships
specifically negotiate consent in ways that can have serious consequences in the
legal world. NCSF's project _Consent Counts_ is working on 2 fronts to
address the issues of consent in our community. The first is to educate our own
community about the realities of consent in our relationships and play. The
second is a focused effort in a 10 year plan to decriminalize BDSM.
We may always be sexual outlaws; but we don't need to be criminals any more.
Come participate in a discussion about consent and its
consequences.
Keeping it Real: Strategies to make 24/7 D/s or M/s work
in the real world
Master Rick
With: Master Rick and slave Tina
This class will involve
discussions and personal insights into ways that individuals can realistically
thrive within a power dynamic relationship 24/7. The class will explore things
such as:
Defining the differences between a conventional relationship and one
based on a power dynamic.
Strategies for fitting M/s dynamics into the
everyday world.
Exploring what aspects of D/s or M/s fantasies can
successfully be incorporated into a full time relationship.
Taking a closer
look at the people behind the titles of Master and slave
Ways to handle real
issues between real people within a power dynamic structure.
Building blocks
for a lasting and meaningful Master/slave exchange.
We will spend time in
open discussion sharing experiences and exploring how we can get more of what we
need and want from our D/s or M/s dynamic in practical and achievable
ways.
Finding and Loving the Slave
Within
slave Tina
An
open discussion on just exactly what being a slave means to each of us
personally. slave Tina will talk honestly about her own struggles and growth
process and share how she came to love herself for the slave soul that she is.
The goal of this class is exploring personal beliefs and perceptions and how
they influence how we feel about ourselves as slaves, submissives
and people in general. Things we will explore: How being a slave may not feel
natural at first, even when it is something we deeply desire. How does culture
effect our perceptions about consensual slavery?
What does the perfect image
of a slave look like inside our head?
How does our personality fit or not fit
with this image?
Defining and incorporating the real us with the vision we
have for our slave self.
Accepting and embracing the complete slave
Asking
for what we need as a slave.
Identifying realistic expectations within a
Master/slave dynamic.
Taboo Play, and Working Through
Extremes
Mollena
Williams
If
you have ever had a scene that lured you with the promise of edgy intensity, but
wondered if you could handle the situation before, during or afterward, this
discussion is for you! We will explore the reasons some people enjoy play that
is VERY edgy psychologically, emotionally and physically, and how you can go
about making that fantasy a reality. Inherent in this
discussion is the level of responsibility of both / all partners, how to manage
risk, and how you can support your partner in the aftermath. Edgy play can be
hot, and we will look at ways to avoid some common pitfalls, as well as how to
recover with grace and honor when things go off of the planned path.
*Please be advised: Some highly controversial scenes
(i.e. racial or incest play, weaponry, etc.) will be discussed. Please do not
attend if these topics are outside of your comfort zone.
Deep Throat and the Art of Oral
Sex
Madison Young
Discover the many sensitive and erogenous zones on the
cock. Learn new and innovative ways to stimulate the cock with your mouth, lips,
tongue and more. Discover your inner Linda Lovelace by learning the true
pleasure of giving into your oral desires.
Advanced Art of
Caning
Sharrin
Spector
Tap, tap, tap just not doing it for
you anymore? Well, why not? Maybe because no one has ever taught you the range
of sensation and the depth of this marvelous instrument. Come and learn how to
use a cane for pleasure as well as pain. From new strokes to new styles this
class will cover an advanced approach to the cane.
Zen and the Art of
Flogging
Master Sade and slave suthrndeb
Once you learn the skills it
is time to grow. Learn about mental techniques that allow you to enter into
closer contact with your partner and allow you to 'become what you are doing".
The discussion covers meditation, focus, energy, techniqus of growth and
"becoming that thing you are doing". It also includes some structured exercises.
A partner to work with is not necessary but helpful. Each participant should
bring the flogger they are most comfortable with.
Primarily aimed at tops
and switches but bottoms can benefit from this class also.
Level:
Experienced.
Lasting Master/slave
Relationships
Master Sade and slave suthrndeb
This is a "facilitated discussion"
format, in which we guide the class and you take it where you want it to go. The
goal is to identify what is working and what is counter productive for each
person. And to allow each person to gain some insight into what they want from a
Master/slave relationship.
The discussion proceeds through the
following:
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Introduction
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What works and doesn't work
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Agreements and Structures
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Getting through Difficulties
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Lasting
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Conclusions and
recap
Touching the Soul Through
Fisting
Mistress Joanne
Fisting can be the most intimate and intense form of
love-making. With proper attention to hygiene and safety, with plenty of lube
and plenty of patience, along with a healthy willingness to experiment (and to
laugh), fisting can be an awe-inspiring activity. From the Top, it requires
skill, patience, and empathy; from the bottom, trust and vulnerability. Those
characteristics, when combined with the right chemistry and energy, can lead the
partners right out of this Universe and, at the same time, deeper into
themselves and into each other.
Solo Poly
Can you be single and poly or does that just mean you're a a
slut?
Allena
Gabosch
Are you looking for a primary? Or are you happy without a
primary. What do you tell that new person in your life? Is single
poly just dating?
Being single and poly has it's own set of issues and
concerns. Most poly classes and books spend little time on those of us who
are not in traditional primary coupled poly or who live in poly families. Join
Allena for a lively discussion on Solo Poly and get valuable tips and ideas on
how to navigate the poly world.
BDSM, Laughter and Making a
Scene
Allena
Gabosch
The dungeon is often a
very serious place. However, at times tickling the funny bone is more enjoyable
than subspace! Allena will review and demonstrate some of these
aspects, including: the relationship between humor and humiliation times when
humor is particularly effective types of humor, examples of humor within a
scene, importance of timing, humor projected inwards, between the people in a
scene, versus humor projected outwards, towards an audience.
Lessons Learned from the Animal
World
Liza and her slave, Jody
Join the Northwest
Master/slave 2010 titleholders, Liza and her slave Jody, as they discuss the
unique topic of training techniques inspired by the animal world. Masters and
slaves, and Dominants and submissives will come away with powerful
new possibilities. If you dont think you have an interest in M/s, this class may
provide you with some insight into the heat and fun that fuel this dynamic.
Using lessons learned
from the animal world and elsewhere, Liza and Jody (and you) will explore ideas
for training slaves in M/s relationships. What works, what doesnt work and what
works under certain circumstances? How can Masters get more of what they want
from their slaves? What can slaves do to assist their Masters in creating a more
satisfying M/s dynamic? The answers to these questions and more will be
developed in this class.
Venus Rising
Ms. Margaret and Erich
Join us for a primer about pampering and worshipping the
FemDomme/Goddess in your life. We will offer practical advice and
sample scenarios to inspire romance, plus a bit of history about the icon of the
Goddess in general. This is not a class about female supremacy, but rather an
exploration and discussion of loving service.
SM 101: A Realistic
Introduction
Jay Wiseman
Its known by a number of names: SM, BDSM, sadomasochism,
B&D, and several more. What is it, exactly? Whats
involved? How can somebody enjoy pain? Dont those who
do it get hurt? Were these people abused as children?
Jay Wiseman, author of one of the best selling how to books on the
subject, will talk about the myths and realities of this intense form of
eroticism. Topics covered will include an overview of what is (and
what is not) involved, consent and negotiation, basic techniques, psychological
aspects, safety measures, commonly used items of equipment, and aftercare.
He will even give you a few tips on how you might start doing your own
explorations.
Tight, Immobilizing
Bondage
Jay Wiseman
The more they can move, the more likely they are to get
loose, and thats bad! This presentation covers the use of specific
knots and tying techniques to render a bottom almost completely unable to
move. Bottoms can be tied into positions that range from very
comfortable to very stressful.
Ecstatic Pain
Dossie
Easton
Dossie Easton, author of Radical Ecstasy: SM Journeys to
Transcendence, will teach a variety of methods of exploring ecstatic states
of consciousness through intense sensation and pain.
and giggling, flying on a magic journey with their tops, possibly screaming and
writhing but obviously loving it. Ever wonder how they do it? This
workshop will demonstrate that there is as much skill and art in bottoming as
there is in topping. We will look at breathing, body tension, ways of
receiving pain, ways of delivering it, timing, pacing rhythm and all the other
tools that tops and bottoms employ to travel with pain to amazing
destinations. Particpants will get the chance to explore a shared breath
and some painful sensations, giving and receiving, with due regards for consent
and boundaries.
tolerance - no one will be asked to do anything beyond what they want to do.
zafu, a pillow - whatever will make you comfortable, we will be working on the
floor. For those who are uncomfortable working on the floor, all exercises
can also be enjoyed in chairs. Please also bring a blindfold.
CBT- Youre Doing What,
Where???????!!
Leonora Maam
This class is divided into three parts ranging from
discussion to very intense play.
Part 1: Discussion.
This is a talk about the turn-ons of CBT, both
for the top and the power walk taken by the bottoms in this type of play.
Part 2: Insane!
The fun really begins as we proceed to demonstrate the use
of the tens unit, weights, and sensation play (rope, brushes, etc.).
Its a very twisted and playful time for all.
Part 3: Spiritual
This is a demonstration of genital needle play. This is
often an intense spiritual journey.
Interrogation Workshop
Master Trooper Frank
The purpose of any given Interrogation is to retrieve information from
the interrogatee. For purposes of those of us in the BDSM
community, we can broaden the definition of an interrogation to include the
recreational pursuit of dominating, captivating, physically abusing, torturing,
and most importantly, psychologically mind-fucking the prisoner to the point
that he or she gives up the previously planted information. In the process of
extracting that information, the Interrogator is free to use the infliction of
pain, electroshock, forced abnormal prolonged positions, food and sleep
deprivation, beatings, mock execution, breath control, hypersound
generation or sensory deprivation, painful bondage, and whatever you and the
prisoner have negotiated prior to the session (if that is your relationship).
Counter to this list is the most crucial tool in the Captor's pocket, and that
is psychological manipulation, to include becoming the prisoner's friend and
attempting to obtain cooperation. This workshop is a very involved and intricate
class with the goal of giving the attendees the skills needed to negotiate,
set-up, institute, produce and successfully complete a session with the
interrogatee surrendering or "breaking" under the administered
pain, pleasure or both. The psychological and physical dynamics will be
discussed and demonstrated with my subject strapped into an interrogation chair.
Aftercare and pitfalls and benefits of this type of activity will be
addressed.
NOTE: This workshop runs through 2 class times
without interruption.
Touch me, Touch my
Leather
Jayson daboi
Join International Ms. Bootblack 2010 for a
basic leather course on taking care of your leather, be it a boot or garment or
toy. Taking care of your leather is a way to keep it beautiful for a long time,
along with creating a sensual and sexual experience for you and whomever you are
working on.
Introduction to
Needleplay
Dave L. and Jen
TBA
Decorative Piercing
Robyn Friedman
So, you have learned how to do basic temporary piercing,
but you want to kick it up a notch, what to do? Well, join Robyn as
she shows you various techniques for adding a little kick to your temporary
piercing scenes. She will show you how to turn regular needles into
paintbrushes that turn your bottom into a piece of art.
Psychology of Edge
Play
Celeste
To
have an effective interrogation or edge-play scene depends on the skilled
application of STRESS. The objective is you WANT to stress out the bottom in
order to put them off-center; so they get rattled, so they can't cope so well,
so they become reactive and without rational brain attached! When
you have them in that space, you can take them down and do what you want with
them because they're no longer so attached to their own reality. It is not
necessarily a pretty place or process. It is disorienting at best,
extraordinarily stressful, and threatening at worst. The final results however
defy explanation as one experiences such things as cathartic events, flying,
healing emotional breaks, and an incredible feeling of surrender.
We will look at ways to unsettle and deeply perturb your
subject, because it forces them into a place in which they must give up control
thus allowing you to control them. To this end, well examine what
has been learned by researchers regarding the
ego and its mechanisms of defense, the effects of the Stockholm Syndrome, and
other strategies that the psyche uses to survive traumatic events.
Well examine Meyer-Briggs personality typing and how this can be worked
into your scenes to achieve your desired results. For added value,
go to: http://www.humanmetrics.com/
type.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About a
Master/slave Relationship But Were Afraid to Ask
Master Jim
Who are these people who call themselves Masters and
slaves? What is it like to live in consensual slavery? What kind of person wants
to own another human being? For the first 30 minutes of this seminar, Master Jim
will give an overview of his experience with living in a Master/slave
relationship. After that, what the seminar is about is up to you! This seminar
is all about your questions, so come prepared to ask and Master Jim will come
prepared to tell.