7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Rope Handling II – Refining the Details and Skills for Performance, with Andrapoloutropon August 1, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Rope Handling II – Refining the Details and Skills for Performance, with Andrapoloutropon This class will focus on improving finger and hand technique to improve tying, refining the use of some skills learned in Rope Handling I, and introduce rope handling techniques and ideas for performance, aesthetics, and suspension.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Fetish Workers & DW/sm Groups: Ballbusting with ComtesseAurora & KilimanjaroDan August 2, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Fetish Workers & DW/sm Groups: Ballbusting with ComtesseAurora & KilimanjaroDan This class will explore some of the many motivations behind ballbusting as a kink, several techniques, and a discussion of safety and health considerations.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Breath Play Workshop, with Orpheus Black August 6, 2017 @ 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Breath Play Workshop, with Orpheus Black CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS TES MEMBERS $25.00 in advance, must show card on arrival (at door, $30 cash) NON-MEMBERS $35.00 in advance (at door, $40 cash) PROFESSIONAL FETISH WORKERS $25.00 in advance, must show business card or ad on arrival (at door, $30 cash) Doors open at 1:00 pm, Workshop begins at 1:30 pm. Erotic Asphyxiation or Breath Play is the intentional restriction of oxygen to the brain for the purpose of sexual arousal, but Breath Play is more than just an erotic exploration; it’s a journey into the very depths of our primal being. Breath Play brings about the Bardo (“transitional state of being”) were one can experience intimacy and ultimately orgasm on a different plain of existence. It strips away the inhibitions and frees a person from self-consciousness leaving only the breath and the mindbody. Topics that we will cover are: What is Breath Play Is Auto-erotic Asphyxiation and Breath Play the same? What are the pop culture perceptions and how do they match up with the real thing? A brief history of Breath Play What did 17th century physicians prescribe Breath Play for The myths and realities about Breath Play How many people die every year as a result of being choked? What’s the difference between being choked and being strangled? What are the dangers of Breath Play? How Breath Play works What is the Psychology behind Breath Play? What is the physiology behind Breath Play? How does breath play enhance orgasm? Lecture topics How couples can safely introduce EA into their intimate erotic lives Finding the breath Developing trust The anatomy of the neck The techniques used to induce altered states How to use breath play to heighten climax. Warning signs Demonstrations In this portion of the class I demonstrate the proper technique as well as the wrong techniques. Then we demonstrate the various levels on consciousness while introducing sexual stimulus. I will walk couples through the proper application of Breath Play. You won't want to miss this one! About the Presenter Orpheus Black - Southern California's Leather Master/slave titleholder - is also a published author and erotic educator, specializing in hierarchical dynamics, non-monogamous relationships, and extreme sexual encounters. This two-time Bawdy Story telling champion has been traveling the country teaching his fun and light-hearted educational events for more than a decade. During this time, Orpheus has become one of California's most respected educators as well as a favorite interviewee and contributor, lending his expertise to shows such as "Chocolate Radio", "Night Calls", "Love, Sex, and Hip Hop", "The Sex Nerd Sandra Show","The Dr. Susan Block Show", and "The Inner Circle with Neil Strauss". Currently, he hosts his own sexy monthly podcast called "the Tyrant Thinks". Orpheus is also a regular presenter at DomConLA and is the founder of Cirque de Sade—a high profile Dominants group whose mission is to advance the art of BDSM through a commitment to innovation, excellence, and active leadership in the D/s, Ms and fetish communities. The workshop will be held at The Players Theatre, Studio 3D. Stairs-accessible only.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Decompression and Stress Management Workshop with Lia Leto August 8, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Decompression and Stress Management Workshop with Lia Leto This workshop will focus on various introductory techniques for stress management and decompression including basic breathing postures, mental imagery exercises, and guided meditation.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Novice and Newcomers Group: “So top me maybe” : an introduction to the bottom side of the slash” with Jaden August 9, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Novice and Newcomers Group: “So top me maybe” : an introduction to the bottom side of the slash” with Jaden Join Jaden for an evening of tips, explanations, and questions answered for those who might be new to the bottom side of the slash.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Kink-provisation: Applying Improv Theater Principles to Kink Relationships in order to Enhance Communication, Creativity, & Collaboration, with MasterfulTouch August 15, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Kink-provisation: Applying Improv Theater Principles to Kink Relationships in order to Enhance Communication, Creativity, & Collaboration, with MasterfulTouch Go behind the curtain and into the mind of improvisers and leave with ways to be more confident individuals, better relationship partners and with new ways to explore our possibilities.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM DM/sw Group: Caning for Pain, Fun, or Punishment, with Ramon August 16, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM DM/sw Group: Caning for Pain, Fun, or Punishment, with Ramon Learn about the materials, vendors, resources, and techniques for this simple, yet oh so versatile and fun method of inducing pain.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM TES Board of Directors Meeting August 17, 2017 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM TES Board of Directors Meeting TES MEMBERS ONLY. Free. Must show valid membership card.
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM Novice & Newcomers Munch: The “It’s Bigger on the Inside” Edition August 19, 2017 @ 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM Novice & Newcomers Munch: The “It’s Bigger on the Inside” Edition Come hang out with some fun, kinky people on a Saturday night in NYC!
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Chest Harnesses for Suspension that Aren’t TKs, with Belle- August 22, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Chest Harnesses for Suspension that Aren’t TKs, with Belle- TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only Doors open at 7:00 pm - Meeting begins at 7:30 pm Please note the LOCATION: Alchemical Theatre Laboratory, 3rd Floor, Studio C Elevator access is available but must call the office at (212) 675-1390 People choose not to use TKs for a variety of reasons while tying but unfortunately many of the harnesses out there that aren't TKs don't function in the same way. In this class, we are going to look at the functional parts of a TK and recombine them into a variety of different chest harnesses stable enough to be suspended but without the same risks or problems associated with TKs.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Harnesses for Dynamic Suspension Peer Learning, with Belle- August 23, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Harnesses for Dynamic Suspension Peer Learning, with Belle- This class is designed to help you learn what (if any) modifications you can make to your harness to increase stability and decrease problems during dynamic suspension.
2017-08-26 TES Volunteer Appreciation Party TES Volunteer Appreciation Party August 26, 2017 @ 8:00 PM - August 27, 2017 @ 2:00 AM TES Volunteer Appreciation Party Invite-only party in appreciation of our amazing TES volunteers and their guests!
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM TES-TNG Quickies August 29, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM TES-TNG Quickies Join us for a night of short presentations on a wide array of topics by your fellow TNGers.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Hypnokink Group : Fractionation and Phenomena: A Beginner’s Guide to Making it Look Easy with D-Artagnan August 30, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Hypnokink Group : Fractionation and Phenomena: A Beginner’s Guide to Making it Look Easy with D-Artagnan Touching on what subject and hypnotist alike need to build these skills in this lecture style class; we’ll be breaking apart impressive scenes and giving attendees a good foundation to build their most unique and personal fantasies off of.
August 1, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Rope Handling II – Refining the Details and Skills for Performance, with Andrapoloutropon
August 2, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Fetish Workers & DW/sm Groups: Ballbusting with ComtesseAurora & KilimanjaroDan
August 9, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Novice and Newcomers Group: “So top me maybe” : an introduction to the bottom side of the slash” with Jaden
August 15, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Kink-provisation: Applying Improv Theater Principles to Kink Relationships in order to Enhance Communication, Creativity, & Collaboration, with MasterfulTouch
August 19, 2017 @ 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM Novice & Newcomers Munch: The “It’s Bigger on the Inside” Edition
August 30, 2017 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Hypnokink Group : Fractionation and Phenomena: A Beginner’s Guide to Making it Look Easy with D-Artagnan