2022:
KinkSchool -
Spring Semester

We will kick this con off with a welcome munch bring some snacks and yourself and meet the people who are also attending the con. 

Acquiring consent from ourselves is just as important as the consent of others you are playing with. As kink hits the mainstream, more people are jumping directly into their desires without first exploring the root of said desires. Sometimes that root is darker or more fucked up than we expected. Sometimes this is okay and adds to why it's hot. Sometimes, it's not something we are comfortable with, at this time.  In this workshop, we discuss the relevance of interrogating our desires, why it's best to do so before (and after) we try them, and explore some of the deep dark roots of our own kinky curiosities. 

This class is created for novice and intermediate players.  We will talk about the many wonderful concepts of rope bondage that we weave into existence in order to create a good time and a safe scene. I will demonstrate and simple frictions that we are able to build from in order to expand our knowledge and understanding of how rope bondage works and what we can do when it doesn’t. Don’t worry, no quiz involved, don’t stress about getting it right. I am compiling a list of resources to help drill these concepts so that we can work on competency in the community! I encourage creativity, repetition, and accountability.

Ever been interested about what makes pet players wiggle? Why someone would want to engage in this kink? Intrigued, feel like the word “pet” resonates with you, and want to know what to do next? Panda(Pet) will address these things, and more! It will cover the what's, whys, and how's for solo and partnered pet play, as well considerations for this type of play, advice, and fun ideas for mixing it with other kinks! Whether you’re a human pet or a pan-cat-dog-goat-cow like Panda, there will be representation for all!

This event will be hosted by a diverse panel of BIPOC kinksters. they will be talking about the issues that come up in the kink community that is unique to them. This is THEIR SPACE. all are welcome to attend and listen. This room will highlight the voices of BIPOC  and respect gender and racial equity when it comes to sharing on the mic

Just like a painter mixes the colors on their palette to get just the right shade, we can start with the palette of foundational technique, mix with personal style and creativity, along with just a touch of magic to create an infinite number of customized inductions. This class will start with what individual qualities can make up an induction, and from there, begin to play with and explore the limitless possibilities.

What the heck even IS asexuality? Or aromanticism, for that matter? I’m glad you asked! We’ll go over the whole spectrum, its many shades of grey, and how it can exist in a kinky context!

Some people are surprised to learn that service often comes from both sides of the slash. After all, in many ways a dominant caring for their submissive IS service, even if we don't think of it that way. This class will cover what different forms of service look like from both an in person and long-distance perspective, offer fun and creative ideas for ways to incorporate service into life and play, and examine the personal aspects of service and how they can be better navigated through exploration, negotiation, and communication. Part lecture, part demonstration, and part class discussion, all perspectives are welcome and encouraged.

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The age old question (at least for some hypnokinksters) - "I've got them in trance! NOW WHAT?". A useful approach can be to begin with creating contrasts and heightening the experience of the difference between states (i.e. intelligent to dumb, human to animal, deep in trance and out of trance…). This class will explore how to begin or develop a scene around the concept of contrasts and expand upon them. This class will feature a heavy amount of demonstration, including sexual content and partial nudity.

Hypnosis is one of those kinks we all hear about eventually but are hard to understand except experientially. This session is an opportunity to experience trance without any specifically erotic or sexual language. This session will use a fairly standard relaxation induction and is based around the sensation of drifting. The group trance will be preceded by a brief explanation of hypnosis and trance and how to best prepare for trance. It is suggested people use the bathroom and grab a glass of water before we begin 

Nonmonogamy can get really complex! The more partners and dynamics you juggle, the harder it all seems. In this presentation, Devyn Stone will introduce you to some of his tried and true methods for building and maintaining multiple relationships and dynamics. Whether it's juggling multiple power exchange or egalitarian connections, Devyn’s got strategies for you. So, come on, let's spice up our connections with analytics!

Learn the basics of consent in the BDSM community. Learn how to properly negotiate a scene by watching demos and pointing out what went wrong. This class is a must see to believe class that comes with a dash of sadism that is delightfully delicious when consumed. Negotiation is one of the foundational skills that is required for every BDSM practitioner to know, however it can be difficult to know where to start. From safewords to limits, and everything in between, there is a lot that goes into consent and negotiation.  This class contains examples of real situations that have been witnessed by many and will teach you how to not make those mistakes going forward. While the class is funny and entertaining it helps you gain an important skillset... having conversations about play without making people uncomfortable.

How often do we consider systemic power dynamics when negotiating power exchange? How does our social positioning impact the power dynamics we desire? In this open form workshop, we identify systemic power structures/dynamics, explore intersectionality and its value in negotiations, and discuss the different ways our access to power is used, and abused, within our consensual power exchange relationships. 

Munches are kink socials and normally the first step most people take into the in-person kink scene – but what exactly are they and what is good etiquette around it?  In addition to talking about kink, we will also talk about socials skills and the art of conversations – which covers ways to have good unintrusive conversations with fellow munch goers and what steps can you take to help interacting with others.

Event planning take a lot more than most people think! Starting a kink event is even harder! In this class, you will get a base for hosting your own kink event and how to keep your mental health in check while doing so!  It will also start to teach you how to keep you attendees safe and how to interact with other event hosts without starting a competition.  

Learn the do's and don'ts of attending your first play party and play space. Avoid making newbie mistakes and become a valued member of your local scene.  Brand new this time around is an info session on tips for attending in person conventions as they come back after covid! 

BDSM has become a frequently discussed topic in mainstream media in recent years, though many of these portrayals have been questionable at best. From toxic behavior in pop movies to unethical or illegal behavior seen in some streams of our own TikTok and dangerous forms of the usage of inappropriate restraint styling ‘taught’ on other channels, educators have come up against the huge obstacle but also great opportunity in teaching proper information to those who are looking for the correct education!      

How easy is it to recognize potential problems within D/s dynamics? In any relationship it is important to learn to read toxic patterns, but this can be especially so within the context of our world, where power exchange is so often negotiated between intimate partners. Michelle (@ThatOneTravelingGirl) and Harley (@HarleyWritesThings) who are also the Co-Hosts of SubSpace the Podcast invite you to join us in an open discussion about how to recognize these flag behaviors (though we won’t have time for it to be all inclusive!). 

In a long distance relationship, but would still like to have a scene with your partner? Have some impossible or impossibly dangerous fantasies you would like to enact? Hypnosis, like most fetishes, can exist within a standalone scene or act as a powerful tool within the larger toolbox of BDSM. This class will explore ways hypnosis can be used to enhance other kinks, how aspects of broader BDSM may heighten the effects of hypnosis, and how hypnosis can be used to safely and effectively communicate while still involving the element of surprise. The class will contain demos which will include - partial nudity, impact, arousal and orgasm, intense D/s, and discussion of edge play.

Learn how to harness all five senses and sensory deprivation for more intense scenes, increased intimacy, sensual sadism, and mind fuckery. Learn how to make your scenes a full mind, body, spiritual experience. Suitable of all levels of experience. CW: May include discussion of impact, wax, temperature play, fear play, bondage, hypnosis, knives, and CNC. 

Cum on command? Arousal control? That's just the beginning. How about cuming backwards, or for the first time again? There are so many ways to play with hypnotic arousal and orgasm that are fun, surprising and unique experiences. Cum (yep, we went there) watch Panda repeatedly call HypnoStory "RUDE" and HypnoStory not care.

Covering the basics of impact play – what is it and the difference types, the different effects each has, where to hit people and where to avoid in addition to some tips to help you enjoy a safer and fun impact session

Covering the basics of wax play – what is it, the right types of candles and toys to use, examples of how to make it comfier and safer for both top and bottom to enjoy wax play and tips for cleaning up.

 Learn how a story, or a piece of visual art, can become a scene! Creative language, erotica, and art can help you to better communicate fantasies with partners and develop more sensual, sadistic, and entrancing scenes. We’ll discuss both physical and hypnotic applications, play a fun and interactive game to get your creative (and maybe other juices) flowing, and do some sexy demonstrations! CW: Wax, impact, CNC, capture fantasy, hypnosis/hypnotic language.

Learn about all things pup play!

In "the history and ethics of leather", we will be exploring humanity's relationship with animal skin, and the ways it has impacted our development as a species, and in more modern times, our culture. Then, we are going to take a look at the modern leather industry- its sustainability, accountability, and ethicality.

BDSM Contracts –      What exactly are they; and how/when should they be negotiated/renegotiated with your partner(s)?      Whether you’ve been involved in the world of BDSM for years or are just beginning your journey, there is something both exciting and nerve wracking when it comes to discussing and navigating the terms of a contract. The foundation for all contracts is the same: honest discussion, negotiation, and agreement to set several similar concepts between all parties involved for any play scenes prior to their start. As many people as there are in our community, there are as many ideas as to how often these agreements might be revisited between partners.      Come join Michelle (@ThatOneTravelingGirl) and Harley (@HarleyWritesThings) who are also the Co-Hosts of SubSpace the Podcast – (Carl might even join the conversation) about all things regarding the importance of negotiating contracts including finding and discussing your own expectations and limits and how to consider the needs of your own contract terms openly and safely with your partner!

This is a get-your-feet-wet event for beginners and anyone curious about hypnosis. You will experience and understand a brazillian fun things hypnosis has to offer. We ease in with some fun mind games, some real-world facts, a variety of inductions, and then dive right into a group hypnosis session. You'll  explore different hypnotic phenomena and learn something about yourself- your natural abilities, what excites you. At the end you'll be ready to fill out your own hypno-kink profile. 

Risk Profiles - Kink has dangers. Dangers to our social standing, to our health, to our sanity. Anyone who tells you that BDSM is “totally safe” is probably lying, or is too ignorant to play with. But something being risky doesn’t automatically make it bad. After all, people bungee jump and sky dive and swim with sharks. It all comes down to what activities you are willing to do, even when knowing all the risks involved, which is what we refer to as your Risk Profile. We talk about why you should set up a risk profile and how to set one up.

"I want to do all the things, all the time, more and more, and now all NOW!" This class will talk about frenzy in the community and its many forms and help give tips on how to recognize and ocpe with it.   

last official social event of the con where Hope will deliver a speech and updates on how much we have raised for the chosen charity.