Did you know that some of the earliest historical roots of BDSM also tied to worship of the Goddess? Join us at APEX as we explore the long and complex relationship between feminine power, sacred dominance, and the shaping of belief systems across time. We'll begin with pre-historic societies where female supremacy and Goddess worship...
How can you capture the raw, visceral energy of a primal scene? The intense intimacy of an Ichinawa scene? Or freeze a whip crack in motion the instant it kisses your bottom's skin? Many of us have photographed the "artifacts" of our scenes--whether it is a completed rope suspension, or the aftermath of a bruised...
Traditional primal play is often portrayed as a simple hunt—one person stalking while the other surrenders. But, there's more to it than meets the eye. In this class, we explore how everyday primal interactions evolve (or devolve depending on who you ask) into a dance of resistance, challenge, and surrender, where both hunter and prey...
Do you know what sounds fun? How about learning CBT and Sounding from the ever-enlightening Evie! Cock and ball torture might seem like a modern development… but, in fact, it is nearly as old as civilization itself. In this class, we'll discuss how of CBT has come into play, its appeal, and the plethora of...
From soft sensual massage to evil sadistic punishments, with nothing more than the flick of a switch. Electro play can be one of the most versatile forms of edge play. Electricity does not need to be scary or painful (but it absolutely can be!) The focus of the class will primarily be on the safe...
If you're squeamish about blood, you might want to skip this class. For everyone else, join us for a messy look at blood-cupping. We will walk through a brief history of blood cupping, followed by a more in-depth discussion of materials, safety & clean-up, and different methods of blood–or wet-cupping. Jonathan and Megan will discuss...
Are you looking to take your needle play beyond the technical and create powerfully energetic experiences? Sharps play can be an incredibly intimate way to literally get under someone’s skin in a very caring and compassionate way. Beyond that, needle suspensions require the bottom to settle in for a LOT of piercing followed by an...
The most intimate of touches, the most searing of sensations, it can be fiery hot or icy cold, humiliating at the same time nurturing, inducing of guilt while forgiving it. Spanking is the most versatile, the most culturally ingrained, the most socially acceptable form of kink under the BDSM umbrella. Often thought of as a...
Are you ready to take that next step? The topic is flogging, and we are focusing specifically on advanced techniques. Here is your chance to develop four and six point...
Negotiate with others (and yourself!) on the path to ecstasy. Because-you deserve it (no matter how sensitive it is!) Sufficiently satisfied or still sometimes wondering how to express your needs, most of us can identify places in our lives where we might require more. Whether you're overcoming trauma or shame, reluctant to rock the boat...
The word "bondage" usually conjures images of tightly wound rope, leather cuffs, or iron manacles and chains, but there are countless other materials and devices that can be used to restrain. At this demo we'll explore other options, from exotic materials to household items, from fiberglass casts to scaffolding. It's a little bit MacGyver and...
Flesh Hooks: Considered by some to be the ultimate level of play piercing. Considered by others as a gateway to another plane of consciousness. Whichever viewpoint YOU choose to consider them from, Flesh Hooks are guaranteed to provide a unique experience. Join the Ritual Steel team at APEX in a brief discussion about the history...