Our senses form the basis for our interactions with the world. A familiar smell can trigger a memory, the sound of a zipper can be incredibly arousing, and having to face a BDSM scene without the ability to see can heighten a bottom’s anticipation and sensitivity. By controlling and manipulating your partner’s senses you can…
Suffering is a deep and complicated feeling — the prolonged experience of pain. In some situations, it serves as a warning system for danger or a natural deterrent to a potentially harmful stimulus, something to avoid. In other scenarios, suffering is a part of an ordeal path, something to be celebrated, to learn from, and…
Sadism is the condition in which one’s sexual gratification comes from making another person suffer. Its counterpart is masochism, where a person’s sexual pleasure comes from experiencing pain. Most of us can accept the idea that physical pain can enhance a sexual experience, but what about mental anguish? Emotional masochists experience pleasure from feelings that…
This class explores the art of flogging beyond just impact. We’ll dive into rhythm, pacing, body mechanics, and the emotional connection between top and bottom. You’ll learn how to control tempo, read your partner’s reactions, and use different flogger types to shape the scene. Ideal for tops who want to deepen their practice and bottoms…
Galley whips offer a unique blend of whip movement and multi-fall sensation, creating a tool that is both fluid and deeply connective. Combining elements of signal whips and floggers, galley whips allow for dynamic movement, controlled wraps, rhythmic flow, and layered sensation unlike almost any other impact tool. This class explores grip, distance, body mechanics,…
A whip can be loud, seductive, rhythmic, or deeply intense — but only when handled with purpose. This class explores the fundamentals of using signal whips in a dungeon setting, focusing on safety, control, accuracy, and scene integration. Students will learn the differences between performance-style cracking and dungeon application, how to safely build confidence with…
This class focuses on causing pain with fire. We discuss the nuance between pleasure, pain, and actual injury. And we’ll demonstrate how to work with prolonged exposures and temperature peaks. Because of the inherent nature of this class, burns have a higher likelihood of occurring. But remember: Not all burns are created equal. Note: This…
This class is a mixture of lecture and hands on. It begins with a Fire Massage demonstration, which turns into a lecture, and ends with hands-on practice from participants. This is where everything is tied together to make an efficient scene. Topics include: technique planning, torch management, and numerical feedback.
This class focuses solely on the science of fire and how to set up your equipment properly. This is a lecture-based class that delves into safety and risk mitigation. Demonstrations will be done throughout the class. At the end, participants will have the opportunity to experience what fire on the skin feels like or to…
Demos & Deconstructions This unique class structure features real matches from each of the five scene types introduced in the first two classes. Dr. Savage and/or his assistants and/or pre-selected attendees will participate in live-action matches, each of which is followed by a detailed breakdown of what went into planning it. The setup, the safety…
