LR2008 Class Descriptions

Binding The Jewels – Cock & Ball bondage
Suzanne SxySadist
The male genitalia lends itself beautifully to many types of bondage and it is a wonderful way to remind him that YOU are totally in charge. In this class we will explore some basic safety info and then do a hands on demo of some of my favorite cock & ball bondage ties. It is suitable for all skill levels.
Please bring a subject to work on and some fairly thin rope, cord or twine. If you do not have rope I will bring extra to give to you. Also, if any unattached males show up I will be seeking volunteers from the audience to demonstrate on.

Needle Play – the Basics and Beyond
Suzanne SxySadist
Rarely has such a small "prick" caused such pleasure - but a well placed needle is the exception! This workshop will cover the basics of doing needle play; what you need, safety and basic insertion techniques etc. This presentation includes a slide show presentation of some more advanced techniques such as lacing, body adornment, surgical stapling & suturing. There is also a hands-on training portion that includes a chance for members of the audience to try it themselves - either by being pierced or by piercing a willing participant. If you have ever wanted to actually learn how to do safely and erotically include needle play in your scenes, here is your chance!

Basics of Rope Shibari
Lochai
From what end of the rope do we tie with to what types of rope should we use to what knots & when do we use them

Cigars and Pipes 101: Fast, Cheap and Easy
Nayland Blake
Too often people let themselves be intimidated by the mystique of cigars and pipes, and lose the chance to bring these sensual objects into their play. This class will run through the basics of choosing, preparing and playing with cigars and pipes. Bottoms: learn how to prep cigars and pipes. Tops: learn what to do with them once you have them lit. It's not hard or expensive to locate good cigars to play with - learn what to look for. Smoke and ash play will be covered, and some cigars and pipes will be available for hands on experimentation

What Do We Do Now? The Artist's Way to Designing Scenes –
Nayland Blake
Beyond simply an excuse to get off, the BDSM scene is an intimate performance where the directors and actors are also the audience. But a lot of times we don't take that into account when we playing with someone. This class introduces a five step method for coming up with, planning and executing scenes based on the ways by which artists construct their pieces. Learn how to articulate goals and wants for a scene, and how to get more out of your play in ways that engage your creativity.

Domination for Non-alphas
Rita Seagrave
Are you a shy, non-alpha person who is not quite sure how to effectively dominate your lover in the bedroom? This introductory class will show you how to become more dominant and feel more powerful and confident without losing sight of your sweetness.

Emotional Masochism
Jim & Jerith
TBA

Erotic Roleplay
Rita Seagrave
Want to be someone else...and be yourself better? This interactive class helps you figure out which roles turn you on, how to generate dialogue and run the scene, and what special aftercare measures you should consider. This workshop is filled with opportunities to act out your fantasies! We'll also talk about how to integrate role-playing with other BDSM activities, and we'll explore a few of the unmentionable taboos.

Fear Play: Scaring the Shit out of your Partner
Jim & Jerith
TBA

Laughter in Rope
Lochai & Janice
Don't take your self so seriously, it's called play for a reason. We go over pitfalls of rope bondage & all the things that can & do go wrong, & how to get past them with a sense of humor. Great for those who think they must be serious in all forms of play.

Playing with Strangers
Rita
Almost everyone has strong opinions about whether or not it's safe to play with strangers. Some of us love the thrill of experiencing intimacy with someone we just met. In this class, we'll talk about pickup play, anonymous partners, and "stranger danger" fantasies. Because playing with strangers is a form of edgeplay, this class will also cover the importance of safety, intuition, negotiations and red flags. You might go home with someone new.

Pony Play 101
Carrie & Luna
Carrie and Luna, along with Mystic Storm (the ponie) will be giving a brief overview of pony play. The class will cover the different roles of peoples involvement, the different types of ponies, options for tack, and how to discover your inner pony. As well as basic steps and things to help you get started.

Pony Play 201
Carrie & Luna
Take your basic knowledge to the next level. Experience pony play first hand as a pony, trainer, groom, or however you wish to try pony play. We will be on hand to teach basic pony steps and handling techniques as well as answer any questions you may have.

Fun with Wax
Carrie & Luna
First I like to cover basic safety tips of playing with wax. Then talking about different fun and very colorful ways to play with wax, hopefully giving people new ideas. Also showing people how versatile wax can be by combining it with other forms of play, especially for the removal process. A demonstration accompanies this class where ever possible.

Predicament Bondage - Lochai
Win win situations for the top & win win ;-) for the bottom. We talk about positions & situations where bondage is used to pit a bottoms own body against them. Can be a very fun/painful/humiliating class....

Rape Play - Jim & Jerith

Single Tails - Phil

Switches Roundtable – Janice Stine
A discussion of issues regarding switching. Pros and cons of switching publicly and/or privately, misconceptions about switches, what triggers switches to go into a top/bottom space, other labels switches identify with, and other topics as they come up. Group participation will take this discussion in whatever direction participants take us.

Waxing: Hair Removal – Janice Stine
Want to make your mark on your bottom without making it permanent? Looking to find a different sensation technique? Or something new to increase the fear factor? This class will cover the basic steps involved in large area hair removal. Come and see how wax can be used to evoke sensations that your bottom has not experienced during play, and take a little more control over their grooming.

Decorative Bloodsports – Lolita Wolf
There are so many pretty things we can do! Making patterns with needles and staples. Attaching beads and other pretty adornments. Making string patterns. Making corsets. Adding candles. And more.

King Tut’s Kink – Mummification – Lolita Wolf
Handcuffs? Leather restraints? Ah, my friend, put away those newfangled toys and come learn a bondage style that has been thousands of years in the making. From quiet meditation to outrageous sensation play, mummification can be used either as an adjunct, or for its own sake. Powerfully effective and absurdly affordable, the mummification style of bondage will make both you and your play partners ecstatic!

The Well Hung Hand – Lolita Wolf
Vaginal fisting is having all or most of a lover's hand in one's cunt. It is an intimate activity that requires patience, communication and lots of lube. And then some more lube. We'll cover the techniques and safety you need to know to make this a tender and full-filling experience for you and your partner.

Butt Seriously, Folks – Sarah Sloane
While anal play is one of the most common kinks out there, it's still something that many people are nervous about, and that many presenters take far too seriously. The bottom line is that anal sex is fun, and the workshop should be too! In this light-hearted and pun-filled workshop we will attempt to put an end to the anal taboo, probe the anatomy of the ass, plug our favorite anal toys and lubes, examine medical and emotional issues, and lead a penetrating discussion of anal play in a BDSM context. Oh, and did I mention the bad puns?

Caning on the Edge – Boymeat
Canes. Think of the Singapore punishment. Think of Spanish bastinado hobbling prisoners, their feet marked so they can't walk. Think of the old school English schoolmasters, the cane wailing like a banshee through the air on supple, unmarked flesh. Think of the sharp bite of the cane, folding and tearing whatever gets in its way. This is caning on the edge. Come and learn... and remember, the first three rows are the splash zone...

Let’s Talk About Sex – Frank Discussions Around the Realities of Your Desires - Lee Harrington
So here’s the truth- no one has the same type of sexual interactions or erotic expression as anyone else. Some people want to be penetrated, others eschew the idea. Some of us want to be touched certain ways, others don’t. Just because you’re gay doesn’t mean you enjoy anal play, just because you’re a lesbian doesn’t mean you like having your pussy licked. Every one of us is different. So let’s talk about it! In this discussion based class we will talk about what the hell sex is to us, what we call the stuff between our legs, and what we like to do with it when no one else is watching. Can it be touched? How can it be touched, and what are your thoughts around your body in general? What is safer sex, and actually does it when the passion is turned up to ten? How do you discuss this stuff with your partners, or do you expect psychic awareness or fumbling in the dark? Do you cum, how do you cum, and does it matter? Let’s air our dirty laundry and talk openly, honestly, and passionately about sex!

Kissing Cousins – Diverse Age Play
When most people outside of the BDSM community talk about Age Play, images like adults in diapers tend to turn a lot of folks off (even if that can be fun). But Age Play for consenting adults can be SO much more! We will explore personal, cultural and universal archtypes of parenthood, childhood, and all kinds of kidhood and adultdom to find a voice for our own diverse desires... from naughty teenage girlz (who says kidz are bottoms?) to packs of boy scoutz, let´s look at pre-verbal, toddler, schoolkid, teen, and a wide variety of adult roles that we can enjoy for role play or lifestyle identities. Daddies, Mommies, other Familial roles will be explored, as well as how to incorporate age play into your other kinks, while we also touch on the land mines of our pasts and helping Kidz and Adultz who have been emotionally hurt by past kink relationships.

Why, Daddy? – Daddy David
TBA

Punching for Tops – Daddy David
TBA

Suspension Without Rope – British “Lucky” Paul
Sadly Paul lacks levitation skills so none are taught in this entertaining and enlightening class. Instead, Paul focuses on dedicated suspension equipment rather than rope. Learn how suspension cuffs and steel hardware can combine a sexy aesthetic with speed and comfort to allow for hot scenes in the air. Find out how and where to buy suspension rated equipment and learn play ideas that take full advantage of their versatility. One of the most important reasons suspension makes for such hot scenes is the illusion of danger while maintaining a reasonable margin of safety.While no suspension scene is entirely risk free, following relatively simple rules makes it safe enough that most players consider the risk acceptable.

Chick With A Dick – Ms. Lisa
TBA