| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Welcome to DomCon LA | Mistress Precious & Mistress Cyan |
Welcome to DomCon Los Angeles! Join us for this essential introductory session where you'll meet your peers and the esteemed Board of DomCon: Porcelain Midnight, Genesis, Mistress Melissa Sir, Ballerina Goddess, Ms Mia Darque, and Sea. This class offers a comprehensive overview of what to expect throughout the weekend and is always well attended—it's your opportunity to meet the Professional Dominants and submissives you'll see at various events. Whether this is your first DomCon or you're a returning veteran, this session is the perfect icebreaker and networking opportunity. First-timers will feel immediately welcomed, and long-time attendees will reconnect with familiar faces and forge new relationships. You might meet fellow professionals from your city—or connect with those based in cities you’d like to travel to. If you've admired these professionals online, now is your chance to engage with them in person. We’ll also discuss business tools, platforms, apps, and resources that can support our professional practices. Bring your ideas and be ready to share! Let’s kick off DomCon the right way—by connecting, collaborating, and celebrating our community as one big, happy kink family. |
| 1:15 - 2:15 pm | Tax Basics for Dominatrices | Katherine |
This is a safe and welcoming space to learn how to set yourself up right way from day one as a business owner. We'll cover what to do the moment you start earning self-employment income, how LLCs and bookkeeping really work, common industry pitfalls and the nuances specific to the BDSM community. I'll share real life stories from working with other clients in the spicy industry so you can learn from others' mistakes and success. All are welcome. |
| 2:30 - 3:30 pm | Building Your Domme Empire: The Art of Branding Your Dominatrix Persona | Mistress Porcelain Midnight |
What makes you stand out in the world of digital Marketing? You and your branding. How you present yourself online is how your customers decided to book with you. During this class We will be going over how to trademark your name, what you can and cannot post on social medial. How to use AI and all platforms to help you get more leads on clients and bookings. How to get more bookings and how to keep them coming back. The importance of good photography, and much more! This class teaches you how to construct an irresistible brand that commands premium tributes and attracts devoted, long-term worshippers. Stop blending in with amateur content creators. Learn how to position yourself as the experience that keeps them coming back. In this session, you will master: • Visual Domination Strategy — Learn why high-caliber photography separates the Goddesses from girl. • Legal Fortification — Protect your empire. How to trademark your Domme name, establishing LLC structures. • Digital Territory Marking — Dominate search results and social algorithms. SEO strategies specific to fetish content, cross-platform branding consistency, and website architecture that converts lurkers into paying devotees. • Persona Architecture — Build a character that feels authentic yet untouchable. Learn the psychology of maintaining divine distance while creating parasocial intimacy that keeps subs addicted and spending. • Monetization Psychology — Pricing strategies that filter out timewasters and attract high-value worshippers. How to structure PPV tiers, session deposits, and loyalty programs that maximize your extraction. • Operational Security — Bulletproof privacy protocols. Separation of personal and professional identity, secure payment processing, and community networking without compromising your safety. • Content Empire Building — Develop a posting strategy that establishes authority. Batch filming techniques, caption psychology, and wardrobe/prop curation that reinforces your specific brand of dominance. By the end of this class, you will possess a complete branding bible to transform your presence from amateur to absolute sovereign. Bring your laptop, your ambition, and your hunger for power. |
| 3:45 - 4:45 pm | Improving Your Business: Learning from the Experienced | Jade Desires |
There are many classes geared toward professionals that provide a foundation for good business practices. What they generally fail to provide however, are the little (and BIG) things you learn only from experience. Join me as I share things I’ve learned from my successes and challenges as a professional with 10+ years of experience. This class will cover things not typically covered in standard foundational classes, but will include experiential lessons on branding, finance, client management, communication, best practices, and more. I will also be facilitating a discussion throughout the class with those present to share their experiences as well. |
| 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Findom 101 | Goddess Ember |
Findom 101 includes resources to get started, safety basics, and rules of engagement. There is information for navigating findom after death, maintaining 24/7 dynamics, and the formula for a safe, sane and consensual session as a professional player. |
| 12:00 - 1:00 | How to Make Bank As a Foot Model | Goddess Lilith | Feet are one of the most in-demand, under-leveraged assets in the industry - and if you're not monetizing them, you're leaving money on the table. This class teaches how to command attention, create desire, and monetize foot content with strategy, presence, and Domme psychology. Turn admiration into income, and attention into paying clients. |
| 1:15 - 2:15 pm | Electro-Sounding | Mistress Ella Strictland | Mistress Ella Strictland will present a demo for those interested in exploring the use of electro stimulation play in combination with urethral sounds (focusing on the male bottom). When these two techniques are used together, the Domme can engage an intense interplay of sensations that will surrender the sub into a state of incomparable rapture. Sounds play is an extremely invasive technique and there will be much precaution and discussion regarding sterilization and ways to practice safety for the bottom. |
| 2:30 - 3:30 pm | Consensual Behavior Modification | Mistress Audry Lu Black | Take the mystery and the melodrama out of training and put intention back in charge. Explore how Dominants can ethically and effectively use operant conditioning tools, reward, consequence, praise, denial and punishment. Without defaulting to tired scripts or one-size-fits-all tactics. Discuss how different people respond to pain, affirmation, humiliation, structure, incentive and how to read those responses accurately so you reinforce obedience rather than resistance. We’ll focus on consent, communication and repeatable systems that work in real relationships. You’ll leave with practical frameworks for shaping behavior over time, cleanly, consciously and with just enough elegance to make it look effortless. |
| 3:45 - 4:45 pm | Pitfalls of Play: How to Hurt, Not Injure, Your Sub and Avoid a Trip to the ER | Dr. Jeff | In this session, Dr Jeff will discuss the medical aspects of various types of play that you commonly engage in with your sub, keeping it Safe, Sane and Consensual. He will touch on a wide range of subjects, including safe sounding, flogging, CBT, bondage, Shibari, breathplay, needle play or any other types of play you may have questions about. |
| 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Tax Laws for the Self Employed | Jack (Master Tax) | This class is to inform the self-employed about how the tax law impacts the reporting for federal income tax. What is deductible? What Forms do I fill out? Classification of Income, Expenses and other Deductions. Bring Your Questions! |
| Century CD | The Art of Pickup Play | Ava Merciless | I will discuss what it takes to safely engage in pickup play, whether at a public event or private party. I will discuss what to look for from both perspectives (Top and bottom), as well as, what questions to ask your potential play partner. I truly believe this information can help keep our spaces safe and our play fun & healthy. |
| Marina | Sub-space Theory with Sir Nik | Sir Nik & Princess Rose |
This class will be dedicated to my theories on what we in the community call SubSpace. I will be talking about what many other people's ideas on SubSpace are. What happens when a sub gets there, how to go about achieving this most sought after mystery space, as well as how to come back from it safely, and leaving a "breadcrumb" trail to get back there again and again. I will be expounding on my views on how to not only get there, but doing so using metaphysical techniques to go deeper in. We will also be discussing thoughts and theories on The Super Subconscious and Akashic records, the "Aperture /Shudder technique" , as well as going there Via the "Metronome Effect". This class will have Much useful info for both the submissive as well as the Dominant and its developed to greatly improve your scenes and lifestyle in many aspects. This class is a Must Take! |
| Newport B | Your Brain on BDSM | The Commandant | "Your Brain on BDSM" offers an insightful exploration of BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Dominance, Submission, Sadism, and Masochism) through a psychological lens. This engaging presentation delves into how the brain processes pleasure, pain, and the intricacies of human sexuality within the context of BDSM. Real-life examples, scientific studies, and case studies enrich the discussion, fostering a deeper understanding of the psychological dimensions of BDSM. The lesson promotes inclusivity and open dialogue, inviting participants to explore and discuss without judgment. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding of human desire, the neuroscience behind pleasure and pain, and the psychological dynamics inherent in consensual BDSM practices. |
| Newport C | The Art of Scene Creation | Sir Taz & Lady Megan |
After attending this session, attendees will understand the following: What makes a scene memorable, Discussion and Negotiations, How to Establish Mindset and Pre Scene Preparation, After the Scene - Aftercare and Check Ins, Elements of a successful scene, How ethics can affect overall experience. |
| Carmel | Intro to Rope Bondage: Safety and Consent | Miss Allie | This foundational class is designed for anyone interested in rope bondage, whether you're brand new or looking to reinforce your safety knowledge. We’ll cover the essentials of consent, negotiation, and risk awareness, ensuring that you and your partners can explore rope with confidence. We’ll also discuss how to identify quality rope, basic anatomy considerations, and the key safety protocols (RACK, PRICK, and SSC) that guide responsible play. Open communication is essential in rope bondage, and this class will provide tools for discussing boundaries, limits, and expectations. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | The Stroke and The Strike: Enhance Your Play with Floggers, Dragon Tails and Other Flexible Toys | Dr Paradox | This class will assume familiarity with the basic techniques used when playing with flexible toys (floggers, galley whips, dragon tails, single tails). It will explore how to apply those techniques at different speeds and pitches of intensity, using body mechanics and footwork to enhance the top’s control of the toy. It will then go on to show how that enhanced control can be deployed in scenes that take the bottom on a journey of sensual and emotional experience. Attendees will be invited to practice techniques at various points in the class. |
| Century CD | Intro/Advanced Play-Piercing | Mistress Melissa Sir & Miss Blu Thiccc'ums |
Play-piercing is the art of creating a sensory experience utilizing differently gauged needles for the purposes of power exchange, artistic expression, and/ or for Sadomasochistic purposes. This endorphin fueled exchange creates sensuality and excitement. In this class We will be covering the basics of cross contamination, exposure control, and how to safely set up/tear down a scene. If you're nervous about needles, this class is for you. If you're a seasoned player this class is also for you. If you're squeamish- this class not be for you. |
| Marina | Sounds of Surrender: A Guided Introduction to Urethral Play | Lady Jane | Sounding can be profoundly intimate, deeply intense, and intimidating for many tops and bottoms. This class will cover anatomy basics, hygiene, risks, tools, negotiation, and how to build scenes that range from clinical to sensual to psychologically charged. Whether you are brand new or looking to refine your technique, this session offers practical guidance, demonstrations, and plenty of time for questions so you can explore sounding with more confidence, clarity, and intention. |
| Newport B | The Art of Command, Or: How to Tell Someone What to Do | Master Nicholas | “Because I said so.” Obedience forms the core of any power exchange dynamic, whether it’s for a whole relationship or a single pickup scene. But for obedience to happen at all, there must first be a command. This can take many forms and express itself in many different styles. It can also be mishandled, misjudged, or misdirected. This class will consider how to generate, initiate, and deliver commands that reinforce D/s roles and keep the heart of your dynamic beating. |
| Newport C | How to Be Served: Making Service Submission Work for You | Jade Desires | Service can be a wonderfully fulfilling connection between dominants/tops and submissives/bottoms when it works. For those who have participated in such exchanges, you also know it can be both frustrating and unfulfilling when needs aren’t expressed and/or expectations aren’t met. This class will cover topics such as figuring out what specific needs you have, setting expectations, coordinating schedules, as well as communication for beginning and maintaining a healthy dynamic. |
| Carmel | Diamonds Are Forever: Mastering the Diamond (Hishi) Pattern | Vader & Susuwatari-Arthur |
The diamond (hishi) pattern is one of the most iconic designs in Japanese rope bondage, known for its striking symmetry and clean geometric lines. This class focuses on building structured, balanced diamond harnesses across the chest, with progression into full torso variations for expanded design. Students will develop precision in spacing, tension control, friction management, and line consistency while adapting the pattern to different body types. Emphasis is placed on creating harnesses that are both visually powerful and structurally sound. This foundational geometry supports aesthetic rope, performance rope, and future suspension pathways. Prerequisites: confident single column tie, understanding of friction, familiarity with munter hitches. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Bullwhip: Controlling the Dragon | Robert Dante | Dante shows the ins and out of bullwhip mastery, both as a sport and as a dungeon activity. |
| Century CD | Love, Lust, and Lies: Identifying Sex Scams and Romance Scams | Mistress Audry Lu Black | For anyone navigating dating, kink, and intimacy online who wants to stay curious without getting played. We’ll break down the five most common sex and romance cons and teach you how to spot red flags early—before feelings, money, or trust are on the line. We’ll also walk through hands-on personal profile analysis—what yours says about your goals, whether it’s attracting what you want, and how to present yourself authentically without inviting manipulation. Finally, we’ll clarify the difference between ethical kink dynamics and scams disguised as desire. Come curious, leave clearer, more confident, and much harder to fool. |
| Marina | Leadership Beyond the Scene: Authority Transfer in Lifestyle Power Exchange | Master Sable | Lifestyle dominance requires leadership skills rarely taught in kink education. This workshop examines authority transfer within long-term dynamics, focusing on responsibility, the legitimacy of decision-making, and relational stability. |
| Newport B | The Art of Surrender and Professional Submission | sub Miss Ann | subMissAnn will discuss The Art of Surrender and Professional Submission covering the aspects of Branding, Limits, Location, Negotiations of Play, Focusing, Listening and Obeying, The Dance that is submission, the Energy and Being involved in as a professional submissive, The Choice of Being and Acknowledging while playing versus reacting only, Surviving and wrap up with by discussing the Context of being a professional submissive. subMissAnn will take questions during the presentation. |
| Newport C | 101: Creating your Personal User Manual | The Gold Dakini | We all struggle identifying needs, setting boundaries, navigating triggers and processing judgement. “I know who I am, I know how I work. Why can’t everyone see that? Why don’t they understand that?” And when you “explain it”, it just makes it worse. This happens because we are unaware of the nuances that makes us, us. Creating a User Manual let’s you see yourself from an objective viewpoint. This 101 class is like taking a selfie. Instead of focusing on the wants - we identify how you think, what you value and what energizes you. Giving context to your kink life. |
| Carmel | Wrap It Up! - Plastic Wrap & Duct Tape Bondage | Rosie | Call it Mummification or just simply Plastic Wrap Bondage. The use of plastic wrap and duct tape can be a great new addition to your bondage play! It’s simple, easy to use, inexpensive, and very restrictive. From restricting just the hands to full body mummification, this type of bondage can be varied and artistic. Come to this class if you’ve ever wanted to try it, or are just simply curious. We’ll ask for volunteer “demo bottoms” from the audience. Let’s “Wrap It Up!” |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Flowing With Finger Floggers | Dennis @flogandflow | Flogging isn't just about beating up on someone. It can be an art form – rhythmic, sensual, and sexy. This workshop will introduce you to a unique style of flogging rooted in both flow and martial arts, using finger floggers as your primary tool. You will learn how to break free from the confines of traditional handled floggers and wield finger floggers in ways that are physically impossible with any other impact toy. The class will cover basic and advanced moves, as well as the core skills of accuracy, precision, rhythm, and efficiency. |
| Century CD | Inclusive Modeling | Queen Mary | My class on Inclusive Modeling will touch on aspects like poses, lighting, & angles to make you look your absolute best! Let your imagination shine & let’s capture your best moments! |
| Marina | Violet Wand: Beyond the First Spark | Electro Girly | Ready to elevate your violet wand play? Step into the glow and transform simple sparks into complex, immersive scenes of sensation, psychology, and intimacy. Led by Electro Girly, this advanced workshop moves beyond basic tool-based play to explore the deep, electrifying connection between electricity and the nervous system. Master the art of psychological anticipation through rhythm and contrast, and learn to build breathtaking intensity with confidence. This session focuses on intentional scene composition, ensuring every spark serves a greater emotional narrative. Join us to transform technical skill into a profound, embodied experience. |
| Newport B | Vetting in BDSM | Ms. Unique | Vetting within the BDSM community is the process of ensuring safety, trust, and compatibility before engaging in play or relationships. It involves learning about a potential partner’s experience, boundaries, reputation, and consent practices through open communication and community references. Vetting can include discussing limits, sharing negotiation styles, and checking with mutual acquaintances about someone’s behavior and reliability. This process helps protect all participants from harm, fosters accountability, and strengthens the community’s foundation of informed consent and respect. Ultimately, vetting is a crucial step in building safe, ethical, and mutually fulfilling BDSM dynamics. |
| Newport C | slave Positions, Training, and Protocol | Sir Valentino | Slave training, positioning, and protocol bring structure and connection to any power exchange. Learn how to train your submissive to make everyday life easier and more engaging. Use practical tasks, clear protocol, and positions that look good, feel good, and keep your dynamic flowing. |
| Carmel | Intro to Rope Bondage: Building a Rope Scene | Miss Allie | Beyond technique, rope bondage is an art that thrives on connection and creativity. This class focuses on how to craft an immersive rope scene by setting the mood, deepening your connection with your partner, and understanding the dynamic roles of top and bottom. You’ll learn how to engage emotionally and physically, practice presence, and explore techniques for both leading as a top and surrendering as a bottom. We’ll also discuss common pitfalls like topping from the bottom and how to cultivate trust for a more fulfilling experience. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Impact Play 101 | Mistress Violet Vixen & Jamie "SubbyBf" |
This is meant to be a class on the basics of impact play, this includes safety, communication, exploring some of the toys you can use, how to check on your play partner, difference between thudy and stingy, best practices for impact, etc. |
| Century CD | A Brief History of Kink | Astrid Aegis |
“A generation which ignores history has no past — and no future.” In this class we revisit some of the most essential events in kink history, including ancient Greco-Roman flogging rituals, body modification traditions in South Asia and North Africa, the rise of birching in pre-Victorian Europe, Native American hook suspension ceremonies, and the golden age of leather in the U.S. |
| Marina | The Newbie Frenzy | Goddess Aroya Lessons | This class focuses on building a sustainable kink path through education, communication, emotional grounding, and community support. Participants will learn practical negotiation tools, red/yellow/green flag discernment, “read the room” skills for events, and a personalized pacing plan to help them explore with integrity and self-trust. |
| Newport B | Puppy Play Essentials: A Comprehensive Overview | Pup Locrian | Wagging tails, happy jumps, and lots and lots of barking. There’s a lot to love about puppy play—and a lot to learn. From discovering your puppy persona, to navigating the wide range of available gear, to setting up a successful puppy scene, the options can feel endless. This class simplifies those choices by offering a foundation for getting started. We explore developing a puppy persona and getting comfortable in that headspace, discuss gear and how to choose what’s right for you (if any), and cover scenes—from negotiation to setup—so puppies and handlers can build confident, fulfilling dynamics. |
| Newport C | Male Chastity Play: One Size Does Not Fit All! | Rosie | Interested in Male Chastity Play? Curious about what it is or what it can be? Maybe you just want to share stories or brag about your longest lock up? Interest in male chastity play has exploded in recent years. From products and websites, the interest is huge. What's in it for him(them)? What's in it for her(them)? Let's explore together this most varied of kinks - a kink that definitely warns "Be Careful What You Wish For". Physically and Psychologically, with chastity, one size definitely does not fit all! |
| Carmel | Intro to Rope Bondage: Practical Knots and Ties | Miss Allie | This hands-on class introduces the fundamental knots and ties that form the building blocks of rope bondage. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique, you’ll learn practical applications of knots for restraint, attachment, and aesthetics. We’ll briefly review safety and consent before diving into an interactive session where you’ll practice single-column and double-column ties, learn their variations, and explore ways to incorporate furniture and other anchor points into your bondage play. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Swing it, Swat it, Slap it, and Smack it! | Carnivale Risqué | Impact play is where technique, trust, and sensation meet. Impact Play: Science, Skill & Sensation is a guided educational experience designed to help participants explore impact with confidence, knowledge, and care. This class focuses on safely engaging the body to create pleasurable, connected experiences grounded in communication and consent. We examine the science behind sensation—what happens in the body and brain, why certain strikes feel good, and how intentional technique improves safety and satisfaction. Participants learn about placement, pacing, rhythm, and variation. Suitable for beginners and those refining skills, this class emphasizes curiosity, awareness, and authentic connection. |
| Plaza D Inside Vendor Hall |
Pony Cart Driving | sub Miss Ann | Have you ever looked at the Ponies pulling a Cart and wanted to be the person holding their reins being carted around in service by a beautiful Pony? Today is your day! We will discuss the Pony Cart Discipline, Safety First, Cart Models, Reining, and then put you in the Driver Seat of a real Pony Cart with an actual human Pony or two to drive around the classroom. |
| Century CD | Intro to Dungeon Mastery: Holding the Container in Public Play Spaces | Orpheus Black | The dungeon is a living field shaped by consent, awareness, and steady leadership. This workshop invites you into the path of the Dungeon Master—guardian of space, reader of power, and keeper of ethical presence within public kink. Together we explore authority beyond erotic dominance, the art of witnessing consent in motion, skillful intervention, conflict softening, and the quiet labor of trust that holds a community. For experienced players, Dominants, volunteers, and those called to become not only participants, but pillars. |
| Marina | Sadism is Love | Mistress Damiana Chi, Ph.D. | “Sadism is Love.” It may sound paradoxical, yet when BDSM is practiced consciously and ethically, sadism is the most loving thing a Dominant offers to their submissive—when it truly aligns with their sub’s unique kink psychology. The two most common mistakes Dominants make are being “too nice” or “too mean.” Those who are too nice are not fully anchored in their Dominant psychology. Those who are too mean have not fully understood or attuned to their submissive’s personal kinks. In this class, you will learn to practice sadism with intention, skill, and wicked joy. |
| Newport B | The Electric Glow: A Journey into Violet Wand Play | Electro Girly | Curious about the spark? Step into the charged world of violet wand play—a mesmerizing experience blending sensation, sound, and light. Using high-frequency electricity, we’ll explore everything from seductive caresses to "deliciously torturous" intensity. In this hands-on class, we’ll cover electrode basics, "human conductor" body contact, and the creative use of everyday "pervertables." You’ll learn to layer sensations, master rhythm, and use attachments for surprising effects—all while prioritizing safety and consent. Whether you’re a novice or brushing up on the basics, join Electro Girly to build your skills in a curiosity-fueled space. Plug in, find your glow, and play. |
| Newport C | Tips & Ideas for Roleplay Through Storytelling | Miss Jenn | Join Miss Jenn for an honest, insightful, and entertaining exploration of role play—one of kink’s most creative and transformative tools. Through stories from personal scenes and professional experience, she shares tips, ideas, and common pitfalls when exploring fantasy, power exchange, and character dynamics. Whether you're curious about more common scenarios, interrogation, or crafting unique roles, this class offers inspiration, guidance, and a few laughs. Learn how to set the scene, negotiate safely, and stay emotionally connected - before, during, and after play. Come curious, leave empowered, and take your role play to the next level with confidence and creativity. |
| Carmel | Light, Camera, Control: Rope That Captures Well | Vader & Susuwatari-Arthur |
In adult industry environments, rope must be clean, intentional, and visually powerful. This class focuses on simple, effective ties that frame the body, maintain accessibility, and clearly communicate dominance or submission through structure and positioning. Students will learn harnesses and restraints that open the chest, present the hips, and control wrists or ankles while preserving circulation and comfort during active scenes. Emphasis is placed on rope that reads clearly, enhances power dynamics, and maintains functionality without unnecessary complexity. Designed for performers and riggers seeking rope that is bold, efficient, and impactful. Prerequisites: confident single column tie, confident double column tie, understanding of X-friction and basic rope safety knowledge. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Bullwhip: Epitome of S&M | Robert Dante | Dante focuses on the application of bullwhip skills in crafting a satisfying scene |
| Century CD | Everyday Service | Evie Lupine | It isn't easy to go from not knowing how to fold a napkin to setting a perfect Continental-style formal dining table for a dozen guests. And sometimes, we don't have the energy, time, or desire for elaborate high-protocol service activities. This class focuses on developing a manageable service routine for D/s and scene ideas. Even if you have a million obligations, we will discuss how to make time for service and find your style. Brats, pets, slaves, and s-types of all kinds are welcome. Not sure if service is your thing? This class might change your mind. |
| Marina | Everyone is a Brat: Understanding Bratting in BDSM | Sckratch | Everyone Is a Brat: Understanding Bratting in BDSM is a playful, educational class exploring the art of bratty behavior as a consensual, connective dynamic in kink and everyday life. Participants learn what bratting is (and isn’t), why people brat, how to communicate and negotiate it safely, and how brat energy can build intimacy, trust, and power exchange. Through discussion, examples, and interactive practice, attendees discover their brat style, understand the psychology behind sass and resistance, and learn to wield mischief with consent, intention, and respect. Expect laughter, teasing, self-discovery, and a little chaos because bratting is a love language. |
| Newport B | Wax Play: The Basics | MrMike | Learn the basics of wax play, including testing candles, setting up, clean up, safety considerations, and much more so you can get to playing with wax tonight! Get some hands on experience on how to pour! Note: there is a chance of splash back while pouring wax. Wear comfortable clothing that you are ok with the possibility of some wax getting on it. |
| Newport C | Legal First Aid | Aaron | From the moment something goes wrong until the moment medical professionals arrive – that’s when first aid is important. Likewise, from the moment law enforcement becomes involved in your scene until the moment legal professionals are called in – knowing what to do can make the difference between a positive outcome and a life-altering one. If police knock on the door mid-scene, what should you do? This class is focused on those moments – how to prepare in case law enforcement becomes involved; what to expect; and how to protect yourself, your rights, and your play partners. |
| Carmel | Feel the Friction! | Rain Temple | In this hands on beginning rope class, participants will be introduced to rope basics, safety, types of rope, negotiation, then a simple concept to enhance your scene or bedroom play with a one rope, Ippon Nawa lesson focusing on sensation, compression and tension. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Bare Bottom Applications | Sir Nik & Princess Rose |
It’s all about my favorite topic, Spankings! This class will go over basic application, and move into heavier play, with some of my most favorite of items like The Cane, the Belt and various household items that can really add to scene dynamics and add various levels of intensity , as well as incorporating some role playing. |
| Century CD | Tens, EMS and Electrical Stimulation Toys | Travelingfool | This class is for you if you think about BDSM or sex with yourself or others. This class will focus on TENS, EMS, toys and how they can become part of your BDSM and sexual lifestyle. In the BDSM community, electrical play and TENS units are just another unique method of stimulation that we perverts seek. In this class we will discuss and demo how to use TENS type units. We will go over different attachments and how Self-Use (or abuse) or play with a partner can create all sorts of wonderful sensations, both good, bad, and ugly. |
| Marina | The Dominant’s Burden: Accountability, Trust, and Sustainable Authority | Master Sable | Authority transfer creates asymmetric responsibility. This advanced workshop explores accountability models that allow Dominants to maintain trust, stability, and ethical leadership over time. |
| Newport B | Sadomasochism: A Psychological Perspective | Indigo Marx | This is a class regarding the basics of psychology as it relates to BDSM. The class focuses on how BDSM functions within the brain, how to have healthy scenes, and the pros and cons of practicing BDSM. Overall the class is meant to give a brief insight into the psychology of BDSM and how we can use it to help grow as individuals. |
| Newport C | Intro to Sissification with Mommy Wren | Mommy Wren | Are you a man curious about exploring your inner feminine? Or are you a Domme looking to explore new realms of play with Your male subs? This workshop is an interactive discussion about the physical, emotional and psychological transformation that occurs with sissification and gendered cross-dressing, and how to play with it in kinky ways. |
| Carmel | Predicament Bondage and Pain Games | Mehgyver | You’re damned if you do and damned if you don't. Predicament bondage can be an art form all its own. It can also be a good way to play games to determine the structure of a scene. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Full Spectrum Flogging | Lady Veronika Kestrel | Full Spectrum Flogging is a comprehensive class on the art of flogging, from building fundamentals, all the way up to florentine spinning! |
| Plaza D Inside Vendor Hall |
Kinky Connections | Coco | Come connect! Come play kinky connection games with fellow kinksters in this embodied experiential playshop. We’ll play games to advance skills related to attunement, agency, and connective communication for juicy sweet play. |
| Century CD | On Your Knees Now!, I Think? | Carnivale Risqué | Curious about stepping into a Dominant role but unsure where to begin? The Foundations of Dominance is a guided educational experience for those who want to explore dominance with confidence, clarity, and care. This class moves beyond stereotypes to focus on the practical and emotional foundations of consensual power exchange. You’ll learn how to cultivate the right headspace, negotiate clearly, communicate desires and limits, and build safe, satisfying dynamics. We also cover tools, scene structure, and the importance of aftercare. Dominance isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, responsibility, growth, and leading with integrity. |
| Marina | Sacred Departure: When BDSM Becomes Trance | Orpheus Black | What unfolds when a scene crosses from performance into presence? Subspace, Domspace, flow, the soft unmaking of the ordinary self—these names gesture toward altered states few are taught to truly understand. Sacred Departure offers a clinically rooted yet spiritually attuned map of trance within consensual power exchange. Blending behavioral health insight, ritual wisdom, and lived dungeon practice, Orpheus Black illuminates the boundary between sacred alteration and trauma’s dissociation, the signs of collapse, the crafting of intentional descent, and the careful art of return. For those called to depth—where transformation is held with responsibility, not risk. |
| Newport B | Ask Me Anything: 26 Years as a Pro Domme in Hollywood | Goddess Sativa | I am full of information I want to share with players of all levels after running a large studio dungeon in the heart of Hollywood as well as being a successful, full time Pro Domme for 26 years. I've been here in the scene through many changes and experiences. I want to share what I think is most important and why, how I've seen the entire industry change as well as answer questions about anything from protocols to running the business. |
| Newport C | Let's Bench the Doms! A Class Focused on Self-Care and Doms | Madame Bliss | Dominance requires strength, presence, and responsibility—but it also requires self-care. This class teaches Doms how to prioritize their own well-being without compromising power exchange. We’ll explore why self-care is essential for sustainable leadership, how to respect and lovingly communicate boundaries, and how to build restorative practices alone, with friends, and within D/s dynamics. We’ll examine self-care both with and without power exchange, offering practical, real-world examples of each. This class centers the Dom’s nervous system, emotional health, and authority—because empowered leadership begins with a well-cared-for Dominant. |
| Carmel | Plastic Wrap and Pulleys | awryperspective | Who wants to fly? Suspensions via rope carry with them certain pleasures and certain risks. However, there are other materials and methods to use to get a bottom off the ground and enjoying the air. Using pulleys and plastic wrap, almost anyone can lift almost anyone into the air. Using plastic wrap from U-Line, the Blaise wrap technique, a gambrel, and block and tackle REI pulleys rated for mountain climbing safely - you too can learn to fly and lift others to the sky. Safely! Easily. And in a very sexy way. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | "Get Over My Knee!" Advanced Spanking Lab | Lark Dearborne & Jack Woodland |
Curious about what it’s like to take someone over your knee? Experienced, but interested in taking your spanking skills to the next level? Learn some advanced techniques at this fun, hands-on lab as we explore the anatomy of the derriere, various body positions, and hand & arm mechanics to maximize both pain and pleasure. Bring a partner along (or team up with another solo attendee) for some immediate feedback and tips — but there is no pressure to participate. All experience levels are welcome as we cover critical aspects of spanking play such as negotiation, pain tolerance, safety, and consent. |
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Captured Lightning: Memoir of a Bullwhip Artist | Robert Dante | Dante will read from his forthcoming memoir and take questions and engage in dialogue with attendees. |
| Century CD | Perfecting Your Service From an s-Type Perspective | Miss Blu Thiccc'ums & Mistress Melissa Sir |
We always hear about what service is or what service does from the Dominate/Master side. But there are two sides of service. There are also many types of service that are often forgotten about. In Miss Blu Thiccc’ems class you’ll learn about different types of service and the head space from an s-types perspective. There will be a demonstration, with my Master, of service positions that can be used during acts of service. |
| Marina | Obscenity Law for Content Creators | Aaron | As legislators at both the state and federal level ramp up their war on adult content, it is increasingly important for content creators to know where the line is between First Amendment protected expression and potently criminal obscenity. This class focuses on the First Amendment, federal obscenity law, and how those apply to content creators. |
| Newport B | Doll Play: Ragdolls to Replicants | Lady Veronika Kestrel | From dress-up to defilement, ragdolls to Replicants, the very concept of Doll Play is bursting at the seams for potential play ideas. In this class, we'll discuss the intricacies of creating a version of self for use in Doll Play, share inspiration, and learn techniques for immersive and profound role play experiences. Join us as we explore a genre of play with unlimited variety and potential, and discover all the possibilities as we go beyond Barbie! |
| Newport C | Playing with the Brain: Mind Fuckery | Domme Xy | Do you want to add an extra level to your torture? Or perhaps torture someone without even laying a finger on them? Let’s play with the brain! In this class, you’ll learn how to play with someone’s perception and reality by using a variety of techniques against them. From various stressors to misdirection, learn sadistic ways to mess with someone’s head. Also learn how to negotiate explicit consent without giving it away, how to set the scene up for success, and how to avoid triggers and causing harm. *Please note this is an intermediate to advance level play class. |
| Carmel | The Uncomfortable Truth: Engineering Predicament Bondage | Vader & Susuwatari-Arthur |
In predicament bondage, there is no comfortable position — only trade-offs. The Uncomfortable Truth explores how to engineer rope systems where every movement creates consequence. Shift your weight and tension increases elsewhere. Relax one point and pressure redistributes to another. Students will learn how to build stable, intentional predicaments using leverage, directional load, and shared anchor mechanics. Emphasis is placed on structural integrity, clear negotiation, and controlled escalation. This class focuses on thoughtful design rather than chaos, creating interactive tension that is sustainable, negotiated, and psychologically powerful. Prerequisites: confident single column tie, confident double column tie |
| La Jolla Ballroom | The Art of The Singletail | Sir Valentino | Curious about Singletails? This class is for you! Learn about sensation play and whipping sensitive areas. We’ll discuss common misconceptions and their severity. Bring your own if you have one! Even with no experience, I guarantee you'll be able to run a scene with almost any singletail by the end of this class. |
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The 10th Annual Legends of Female Domination |
Tara Indiana |
Featuring 7 generations of Dominatrixes With over 150 years’ experience! Join us for Legends! The dictionary defines “Legends” as: 1. A traditional story regarded as historical but unauthenticated. In Pro-Domination, a select few are true Legends—and can tell some! Join us for an unforgettable discussion. Each will share the story of her first session and a “Domme Tall Tale.” Dommes by Seniority: 1. CyBelle Holiday Panel Topic: Rapprochement |
| Newport B | Better Bios for Better Dynamics | SubLFG | This beginner-friendly class helps you turn your wants, needs, and boundaries in a power exchange dynamic into a clear, compelling dating profile. Instead of vague statements or copied language, you’ll learn how to articulate your desires with confidence and authenticity. We’ll explore how to describe your role, values, style, and relationship goals in ways that attract aligned partners. Whether you’re Dominant, submissive, or exploring, this workshop will guide you from self-reflection to polished profile. Walk away with practical tools, stronger self-awareness, and a bio that truly represents the dynamic you want to build. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Florentine Flogging – Getting Past Your Stuck Points | Dennis @flogandflow | Have you taken a Florentine class, but still struggle with it? Maybe you learned four-point, but can’t figure out six-point? Or maybe you’re new and learning it for the first time? In this workshop, we’ll focus on the specific aspects of Florentine that most people get stuck on. You’ll learn exercises to help you get these movements into muscle memory and flog smoothly and accurately. For the advanced flogsters, the exercises we cover can be done in reverse, so you can learn how to strike upwards instead of downwards. Please bring a pair of floggers of any handle type. |
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What Submission Really Costs | bella | Being a submissive is rewarding, but also complicated, messy, and often misunderstood. In this 60-minute open discussion, bella invites participants to explore the unspoken truths of submission such as hierarchy, envy, competition, insecurity, and other rarely voiced experiences. The session will address common FAQs about submissive life, including how hierarchy influences feelings, the dynamics of jealousy and comparison, and naming insecurities. Participants will also examine overlooked aspects such as pain tolerance, skill development, and managing expectations. This space encourages honest, respectful, judgment-free conversation that validates the complexity of submission while fostering growth, connection, and self-awareness. |
| Century CD | The Electric Edge: Violet Wand Play Advanced | Electro Girly | Take your electric play to the next level in The Electric Edge, where simple tingles transform into a journey of seduction and surrender. This class moves beyond the basics, teaching you to master higher intensities with confidence and creative flair. Explore the art of "body contact" play—turning your skin into a conductor for electrified kisses and caresses—and learn to harness the body cable to transform everyday objects into conduits for current. From layering electro with other sensations to mastering the psychological build-up of rhythmic pulses and "lightning strikes," you’ll learn to turn your wand into an instrument of pure desire. |
| Marina | If You Like Them You Should Put a Collar on Them | Ms. Unique | This class explores the meaning, symbolism, and etiquette of collars within the BDSM community. Participants will learn about different types of collars—training, consideration, day, and permanent—and what each represents in various dynamics. We’ll discuss the emotional, psychological, and relational significance of collaring, as well as practical considerations like negotiation, consent, and ceremony. The class also touches on collar materials, safety, and the evolving cultural context of ownership and power exchange. Whether you’re new to BDSM or deepening an existing dynamic, this session offers insight into how collars serve as powerful symbols of trust, identity, and connection. |
| Newport B | BDsM/Kink & The Law | Sir Valentino | Is BDSM/kink legal? Can you be sued or arrested for it? How do contracts hold up in court? How does the law view consent? Can BDSM/kink involvement impact child custody? Find out in this class! Bring your questions, and let’s clarify misconceptions about the law surrounding BDSM and kink while having a great time together! |
| Newport C | Queer & Trans Affirming Sex 101 | Killmeat Nick |
Answers, advice, and a decolonized approach to sex education centering the pursuit of pleasure and bodily autonomy! Get curious as we cover the basics of: -Sex and gender expansive biology Whether you’re a late bloomer baby gay, just starting your gender expansive journey, want to better support your queer/trans partner/s, or are just curious, this class is for you! |
| Carmel | Rope Bottom Safety | Remy K Thane | This class is an overview of safety techniques, ideas and practical knowledge in keeping a rope bottom safe no matter whom they tie with and what experience they may have. |
| La Jolla Ballroom | Sensual Whipping and Erotic Flogging | Travelingfool | In this class we explore and demo how to use floggers and whips in a non pain - using a Sensual techniques. This class show the soft side of floggers and whips. |
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Power Politics, & Personal Safety | The Commandant | Vetting is not paranoia, it’s power, discernment, and self respect. No, it’s also not having someone on your fetlife friends list. This class is a deep, no nonsense exploration of how to properly vet partners, dynamics, play spaces, and communities within the BDSM lifestyle. Whether you are new, returning after a break, or deeply established, this course centers consent literacy, risk awareness, emotional intelligence, how to not create echo chambers, and long term sustainability in kink. |