LIMINAL: Conscious Domination - By Play Partners

About this event

Conscious Domination - The Fundamentals

Taking the lead is one thing. Leading while guided by your own desires is another.
Leading while being in touch with your own desires and of the other… is next level shit.
When you can find your own desires in dominating AND find the overlap with your subs desires, that’s where the magic lies.

This fundamental conscious domination workshop is an immersive and experiential workshop designed to explore Dominant/submissive (D/s) dynamics consciously. Whether you’re new or experienced, this workshop is for you if you want to gain more tools and experience in the area of domination.

Do you want to try dominating in a conscious, expanding and fulfilling way?
Have you ever dominated, but got trapped in the fear of overstepping your subs boundaries?
Have you ever dominated, but got trapped in pleasing mode, fulfilling the desires of your sub while having no success fulfilling any of your own desires?
Then this workshop is for you.

What to expect from the program:
🖤 Practical skills and insights for Domination and submission
🖤 Creating a conscious power exchange
🖤 Negotiating boundaries and consent
🖤 Including aftercare
🖤 Alternating in exercises between being Dominant and submissive
🖤 A consent-based, substance-free space
🖤 Clothes stay on

In this Conscious Domination workshop, we'll explore power exchange as a form of conscious play and a pathway to deeper intimacy, trust, and connection. Through conscious power exchange, both the Dominant and the submissive are fully aware of and consent to the power dynamics at play, allowing both to dive deep.

With a variety of exercises, you'll have the opportunity to explore and experiment with D/s play. We'll let you alternate between subbing and Domming, providing a chance to explore both sides of the domination coin. By doing so, you'll gain a deeper understanding of both sides of the polarity and what it takes to create a safe, fulfilling, and enjoyable experience for both the Dom and the sub. You'll have the chance to discover what resonates with you and gain a deeper understanding of your own desires, boundaries and style within D/s dynamics.

Throughout the workshop, we'll emphasize the importance of negotiated boundaries and consent. When safety is established, a scene can be a transformative and empowering experience for all. We'll also explore the role of empathy and compassion in successful domination, and how to use these qualities to create a space of trust and mutual respect.

This Conscious Domination workshop is a chance to explore power dynamics and BDSM play in a safe, supportive, and empowering environment. It can be an incredibly transformative experience, and can help you to build stronger, more authentic relationships in all areas of your life.

What NOT to expect:
🖤 Leather whips, pain and torture… the domination cliches.
🖤 Following a script and playing what you THINK is domination (or mimic porn)
🖤 A “how-to” guide to tools and props (e.g. how to work with ropes, whips, restraints, etc.)
🖤 A dating/hook-up event
🖤 A substitute for therapy or counselling

Domination cliches are common stereotypes that are often associated with BDSM and power exchange, but can be misleading or even harmful when taken too literally or at face value.
Some examples of domination cliches might include the idea that all Doms are authoritarian, sadistic, or emotionless, or that all subs are passive, obedient, or masochistic. These stereotypes can be limiting, as they don't take into account the unique desires, needs, and boundaries of each individual.
Additionally, domination cliches can perpetuate harmful power dynamics, such as the idea that one partner must always be dominant and the other submissive, or that domination and submission are always tied to gender roles or sexual orientation.
We're committed to exploring power exchange in a way that's authentic, respectful, and transformative, rather than relying on stereotypes or cliches. Everyone (no matter the gender, sexual orientation, or preference for one of the polarities) has a Dominant and a submissive in them. We'll provide you with practical skills and insights to help you explore power exchange in a way that's authentic to you and your partner(s).

While we'll provide practical skills and tools for exploring power dynamics, it's important to note that this workshop is not a how-to guide for BDSM tools and props. Although we may play with some tools, we are exploring your own potential. No equipment needed.

This training is also not a substitute for therapy or counselling. While engaging in BDSM and power dynamics can be a transformative and healing experience, it's important to seek professional help if you're struggling with mental health issues or trauma.

Ultimately, the Conscious Domination weekend training is an opportunity to explore your desires and boundaries, deepen your understanding of power exchange, and connect with others who share your interests. We're committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all participants, and we look forward to sharing this transformative experience with you.


ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

We are Play Partners: a team of three facilitators with backgrounds in sex work, BDSM and tantra.

We share a passion for intimacy, playfulness and deep inner work, and we also share our lives intimately. Joey & Maxime are twin sisters, and Maxime & Jeronimo are romantic life partners.

We facilitate workshops around intimacy and sexuality, host sex-positive events, and create spaces to explore non-monogamy. Our aim is to support people in creating the intimacy, sex life and relationships they dream of.

We believe that the way we relate to ourselves and to others has a profound impact on how we experience life. That’s why we create spaces where people can explore, connect and play; learn and practice; and discover new possibilities for intimacy and relationship.

We look forward to meeting you.

With love,
Joey, Maxime & Jeronimo

Regarding ticket cancelation:

- Tickets cancelled a month in advance or before can always be refunded completely minus 7,50 admin costs.
- Till 3 weeks in advance you can opt for a refund with 25% cancelation fee plus 7,50 admin costs.
- You can also choose to sell your tickets to someone else (for buying price or less) however the sell needs to be approved by us, so please send us a message before you sell it. This can be done latest on 24h before the start of the event.

FAQ

Kozy owns the venue and takes care of the practicals and most of the promotion for this Impulse Play Plus event. Questions about your ticket(s), the venue and most other stuff you can send to him: info@dieperverbonden.nl 🙂

-Roughly how many participants are there that day?-

We work with a group of around 20–40 participants.

-What do you recommend wearing?-

Besides having to be decently dressed in the public areas, in the studio anything goes, clothing is optional (bring underpants at minimum, and no shoes inside). Go for comfort above all. Feel free and very invited to bring an extra outfit or several, in case you feel like something different later: beautiful, wild, kinky, or simple. All outfits are welcomed, including your pajamas or that one outfit that is way too overdressed and because of that, so very welcome here! ;)

-What does the day roughly look like?-

11:30 The space is open to arrive and land in the space
12:00 Doors close, we begin with guided exercises to land in your body and connect with the group
14:00 Lunch break & chill (bring your own!)
14:45 Second part of content
16:15 Snack break (bring your own!)
17:45 Third part of content
19:00 Soft ending, we close the day together

-This is my first time going to such an event… How do I prepare?-

Simply being present in a place like this is often an experience in itself, regardless of what else happens or what you do or don't do. You're allowed to really give yourself the space to land first, without having to do anything. You already learn so much just by being there. So prepare by being your own best friend 🙂

-Is it expected that we share a lot about ourselves?-

No, there's no obligation to share anything. We mostly let the body speak. There's little verbal sharing and no extensive self-disclosure. We start with shared warm-up exercises and build step by step toward freer play.

-Is it okay to express myself in Dutch? Of course.-

The group is usually international and the working language is English, but you're always welcome to express yourself in Dutch if that feels more comfortable.

-Do you aim for a gender balance in the group?-

No, we don't maintain a fixed gender balance. The group is open to any gender and sexual orientation. It is the power of the game to show up and be open to what wants to unfold on the mat between you and the other, no matter the gender. <3

-How about food?-

We have two breaks during the day, a lunch break around 14:00, and a snack break around 16:15. Please bring your own food and snacks!

CONTACT You can use the hipsy message or mail to
info@dieperverbonden.nl