Beyond the Hood: Identity, Communication & Healthy Dynamics in Pet Play
Sept 12th - 10-10:45 AM
Pet play is more than barking, gear, and obedience. For many, it is a form of self-expression, community, relationship building, or even spirituality. This class explores how identity, communication, neurodivergence, attachment, and meaning shape healthy pet play dynamics. Whether you experience pet play as roleplay, an identity, or somewhere in between, participants will leave with practical tools for building healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of themselves and others.
Rope Lab I
Sept 12th - 10-10:45 AM
The Rope Lab is a welcoming, hands-on learning environment where people come together to explore the art and practice of rope bondage with an emphasis on safety, consent, creativity, and community. Whether you're picking up rope for the first time or refining advanced techniques, the lab offers opportunities to build technical skills, practice with guidance, and learn from others in a supportive, judgment-free space. More than a class, the Rope Lab fosters meaningful connections, encourages collaboration, and celebrates the diversity of experiences within the rope community, creating an environment where everyone can grow with confidence and respect.
Paws n’ Boots - A Pet and Handler Workshop
Sept 12th - 11-11:45 AM
Are you a pet-player who’s ever wondered what it’s like to be a Handler? Are you a handler curious about being a pet? In this wildly popular and engaging workshop, Dog Gage and Pups Scorp and Gruff will help you get your boots or collar on! Participants will experience the role of their choice - Handler or pet. Handlers and pets will be paired up in this engaging workshop, with practical advice provided by Gage, Scorp, and Gruff along the way! Scene negotiation and debrief will be discussed. Knee and hand pads are strongly recommended.
Rope Lab II
Sept 12th - 11-11:45 AM
The Rope Lab II is a welcoming, hands-on learning environment where people come together to explore the art and practice of rope bondage with an emphasis on safety, consent, creativity, and community. Whether you're picking up rope for the first time or refining advanced techniques, the lab offers opportunities to build technical skills, practice with guidance, and learn from others in a supportive, judgment-free space. More than a class, the Rope Lab II fosters meaningful connections, encourages collaboration, and celebrates the diversity of experiences within the rope community, creating an environment where everyone can grow with confidence and respect.
Whips, Wits & Where the Mind Goes: Exploring Headspace Before, During & After the Scene
Sept 12th - 12-12:45 PM
A BDSM scene is more than what happens in the moment—it is an experience that begins long before play starts and can continue well after the scene ends. Headspace explores the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of creating a fulfilling and responsible scene, with a focus on communication, consent, awareness, and connection.
In this class, we will explore what to consider before, during, and after a play scene, including negotiation, establishing boundaries and expectations, identifying needs, creating a shared headspace, and recognizing changes in communication and body language throughout a scene.
Sounding 101
Sept 12th - 1-1:45 PM
In Sounding 101, Lady Vanovia will cover the basics of the play that has her traveling the country to teach. In this class, students will learn about anatomy, tools needed, safety requirements, and risks you need to know before you ever begin your scene. This is a 101 class, which strives to answer the question "why?" and might make you a little more curious.
Rub me the right way, the art of dirty service
Sept 12th - 2-2:45 PM
Bring your leather and learn how to clean, polish, condition, minor leather repairs, and to answer the questions that rub you with desire.
Mind Your Manners and Stay In Your Yard: A Basic Guide To Pet Consent
Sept 12th - 2-2:45 PM
Consent matters — even when you’re on all fours! 🐾
Pet play is supposed to be fun, but paws, headspace, handlers, packs, gear, and excited pups can sometimes make boundaries a little fuzzy. Momma Dawn is here to help everyone remember their manners and stay in their own yard! We’ll talk about approaching pets, touching people and gear, respecting personal space, negotiating play, communicating boundaries, and knowing when to ask before you pet the puppy. Whether you’re a pup, pet, handler, or just curious about the community, you’ll pick up some simple ways to make play safer, more respectful, and a whole lot more fun
Pet Behavioral Conditioning
Sept 12th - 3-3:45 PM
Ever wanted to learn the best techniques to train your pet? This class teaches the forms of behavioral conditioning and how you wish to interact with others within your kink. For anyone, solo or in a pack, the limit is your imagination.