Step into one of Toronto’s premier dungeon spaces where you’ll join a small group of couples on a 2-day exploration to learn about the art of conscious dominance and submission.
In this bright, luxurious, open concept suite, you’ll find yourself surrounded by quality toys of every kind, accompanied by the experienced facilitation of your guide, Monica, Sacred Sexuality and Embodiment Coach, and former professional Dominatrix.
For 4-hours each day, we’ll meet at the studio and dive deep into a variety of topics:
Your unique psychology as a dominant or submissive
Using energy, attention, body language and touch to enhance your polarity
Understanding the themes and flavours of different dom/sub archetypes
The intersections of Tantra and BDSM
Hands on skill building with toys
An opportunity to construct your own mini-scenes with your partner
This comprehensive workshop is designed for couples who are new to BDSM, or have some experience but wish to delve deeper in their understanding of power exchange.
This workshop is perfect for you if you:
Feel drawn to BDSM, but aren’t sure what you want or like
Would love for your partner to be more dominant, but they feel intimidated and unsure of themselves
Are trying to understand your partner’s kinky desires, but you both lack language and tools around it
Want to develop skill and proficiency in playing with power exchange, with or without toys
Desire more sexual polarity in your relationship
Want a deeper understanding of the different ways you can play with power exchange to enhance your intimacy and erotic charge
Over the course of two days, you’ll be guided through a series of reflections so you can get crystal clear about who you are as a dominant or submissive and how that persona wants to show up in play. You’ll learn about the styles of dominance and submission that really turn you on, and in the process, you’ll also discover the things that don’t work for you.
With this clarity and depth of understanding, you’ll be able to communicate to your partner your exact desires, and discover new ways of meeting one another in your play.
(A note on switching: Each couple will be invited to step into both roles with one another throughout our workshop. Even if you already know which side you lean toward, there is tremendous value in experiencing both sides. It will give you insight into your partner’s experience and deepen your understanding of the dynamic. )
Once we’ve identified your tendencies and preferences as a dominant/submissive, we’ll move into some experiential activities where you can begin to embody each role. This will begin without the use of toys, so you can learn the art of energy, body language and touch in communicating your intention. This is the foundation of a good scene.
Once you’ve mastered this, we’ll explore the various themes, or flavours, that form the foundation of different styles of power exchange. Each couple will have the opportunity to try on each theme, and discover how the conscious use of these principles can further enhance their play. We’ll also delve into the psychology of each theme, and what kinds of people might feel most drawn to each.
Finally, we’ll explore the realm of toys, where participants will develop basic skills around safety, and discover how to wield each toy with power, confidence and sensuality. Couples will have the opportunity to make use of the luxurious dungeon space to craft their own mini scenes, while receiving expert tips and guidance from the facilitator.
You’ll leave the workshop with:
A deeper understanding of your own kink psychology and desires
A shared language to discuss your fantasies and desires with your partner
Lots of fresh ideas for scene creation
More confidence in skillfully leading and navigating a scene
A toolkit of flavours and dynamics that you can keep developing and making your own
Knowledge of common kinky toys and how to use them
Logistics
Investment
Early bird (until April 1st): $399 per person
Regular pricing: $450 per person
Date and Time:
April 27th & 28th
1pm - 5pm
Location:
The workshop will be held at Studio Ludus, located near Eglinton West. Address will be provided upon registration.
Please aim to arrive 5 - 10 minutes early so we can begin on time. Snacks and tea will be provided.
If you already have some of your toys, please feel free to bring them!
Parking:
Parking is available on side streets
Accessibility:
Studio Ludus is located on the upper level, requiring each participant to climb some stairs. It is a historic building and there is no elevator.
Overnight Accommodations:
Studio Ludus, and its sister studio, Studio Morta, are both available for overnight rental for those wishing to stay at the dungeon and indulge in a full night of play. Booking your overnight stay can be done through https://torontodungeonrental.com/
Attire:
This will be a clothing-on event, however if you have any special outfits that help you get into your role, please feel free to bring them for our mini-scenes.
Meet Your Mentor, Monica
Monica is a Sacred Sexuality and Embodiment Coach, and certified Somatic Sex Educator, based in Toronto, Ontario. In addition to coaching individuals and couples for nearly a decade, she has spent much of her adult life avidly exploring BDSM through personal play, and having facilitated professional sessions as a Dominatrix for a number of years. She has studied with prominent teachers in the field of kink, including Cleo Dubois, Eve Minax and Om Rupani.
Through her experience, having played on both ends of the power dynamic, she brings a refined understanding of the needs, desires and archetypes that inform the ways we choose to play. She incorporates a wealth of knowledge into her teachings that draw on embodiment, attachment theory, shadow work, bioenergetics and more.
Monica is passionate about helping couples get started on their kink journey by demystifying misconceptions, and explaining things in a way that is clear, tangible and natural.
