Puppet Master: Body manipulation for connection

Setting the mood, building rapport, these are some of the foundational steps for truly connective scenes. As with partner dancing, moving the body can be a form of communication. Students will learn body manipulation techniques from concepts of wrestling, physics, body mechanics, dance, and even acrobatics to build and increase connection between tying pairs. Demonstration will be followed by hands-on practice time. If you value connection as an integral part of kink and BDSM this is the class for you. This class is all levels, whether this is your first public event or you’ve been playing in dungeons for decades. 

Presenter: HuntOrRide and Tensegrity

HuntOrRide (He/Him) is a polyamorous, kinky, Queer, neuro-divergent, ropey, biker, Dad! He joined the public scene for kink/poly/rope in 2016 and hit the ground running. He has been an educator, performer and student, at various events across the U.S.. ADHD is one of his Superpowers and helps him take a diverse skill set and apply it in new creative solutions to various problems. Don't be surprised if there are laughs with, or at him, even when discussing serious topics.

Tensegrity (They/He) is a genderqueer, neurodivergent international educator and performer. With a decade-long passion for kink, they are known for their high-energy, information-packed classes. He challenges the status quo in both rope and kink communities, incorporating knowledge from diverse fields to foster growth and innovation.