Welcome to the Isle of Shadows BDSM Training Page

Isle of Shadows® is proud to announce the continuation and expansion of our educational series on BDSM.

These courses are free, open to the public and are part of an effort to help people interested in BDSM better understand the lifestyle.

All of our classes are approximately 35 - 45 minutes in length and given in a text format to enable our instructor to provide the students with transcripts.

Though all of these classes are free, our instructors have worked very hard to develop these presentations and lectures. Our instructors are all volunteers and have donated their time to present these lectures.

Donations to the Island and gratuity offered to the instructors is highly appreciated.

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Course Descriptions

(Our courses are offered in both German and English)

 

*BDSM Protocol Vs. Etiquette*

The Protocol Vs. Etiquette class, is intended to eliminate the confusion between these to often misunderstood words. This class assists with eliminating BDSM lifestyle behavioral mistakes and covers good practices within the lifestyle. The class is intended to help the attendee understand the differences between what is considered protocol and that which is etiquette and which apply to certain situations, common behavior within the BDSM lifestyle and individual relationships.

*Path to Domination*

The Path to Domination class, discusses the development of domination skills, encompassing basic dominant etiquette and skill sets, responsibilities, duties and basics to help the attendee develop their domination skills within the BDSM lifestyle.

*Long Term Relationships in BDSM*

This course highlights the possible pitfalls of a BDSM relationship and explains possibilities how to keep that such relationship vital and interesting for all participants. It offers guidelines how to recognize and avoid possible intricacies.

*Exploring BDSM - What is it & Where do I fit in?*

Exploring BDSM is an introductory level course, focused towards people interested in experiencing the BDSM lifestyle. This course covers historical aspects of BDSM, motivators, behavior, communication, limits and setting expectations.
 

*BDSM Etiquette*

BDSM Etiquette is mid level course. This course explains the intricacies of proper etiquette for both the dominant and submissive. Communication, dispelling assumptions, and every day situations within the lifestyle. Participants are recommended to have some level of experience within the BDSM lifestyle.

*Exploring BDSM Role-play basics*
 

Exploring BDSM Role-play basics is an introductory level course. This course explains the intricacies of proper role-play. Using your imagination and the tools within Second Life® to develop better role play and emoting practices.

*Introduction to Gor*

Introduction to Gor is the first in a series of presentations regarding Gor, Gorean culture and it's nuances. This class introduces the student to basic gorean culture, the origins of gor and what gor is about. The class provides basic information to help the student determine if they would like to explore Gorean role play further and what to expect.

*BDSM Psychology*

BDSM Psychology is an advanced level course targeted towards both dominants and submissives with experience in the BDSM lifestyle. This course discusses the intricacies of psychological factors within a BDSM relationship and their effects on the participants, motivation, awakening, the avoidance of potential drama.

*Defining Abuse in BDSM*

Defining Abuse in BDSM is a self help course designed to look at an often ignored and serious issue within the BDSM community. This course discusses the aspects of abuse within BDSM, who can be affected, potential resolutions and red flags to look for. The course is open to the public and presented for everyone in the BDSM community.

*Understanding pony play*

Understanding pony play, is a mid level course targeted towards people interested in the pony play fetish in BDSM. This course explores what pony play is, dispels common misconceptions and helps attendees understand the requirements and the attraction for some to pony play.

*Understanding Fetishism*

Understanding Fetishism, is an advanced class designed to help understand the development of erotic fetishes. The class covers the evolution and history of fetishes, the modern perception of fetishes, motivators and the personal development of fetishes. This class covers some psychological and sociological aspects and is intended as informational only.

Check our Calendar Page for dates and times