Are you new to the BDSM community and overwhelmed by all it offers? Does fear, guilt or shame prevent you from getting started? Do you have intense desires but lack the knowledge that will enable you to make healthy choices?

Join slave aranea for a two-day, in-depth workshop that covers everything a beginner needs to know to enjoy a safe and positive introduction to the scene. aranea will guide you with warmth and humor through a myriad of topics from casual play to D/s relationships. Experience self-discovery and gain the confidence you need through active participation, topic related quizzes, checklists, guided meditation, and group discussion.

Topics will include:

Play.    Discover your personal kink and learn how to find the right play partners to explore it with.

Safety.  Protect the Property (yes, you!) by understanding the medical and safety risks involved in sceneing.

Negotiating a Scene.    How to keep your head straight while that sexy Dominant is trying to have His way with you.

Dungeon Etiquette.    How not to get banned before your membership renews.

Lifestyle Etiquette.    Learn the unwritten rules of socializing at a dungeon so your popularity doesn’t fade once you’re no longer the “flavor of the month”.

“Sub Frenzy”.    How to recognize it in yourself and what to do about it.

The Submissive Code:    Break it at your own risk!

Types of submissives.    Discover what drives you  and what style of Dominance you would thrive under.

Types of Dominants.    Yes, They make you quiver but will Their style of Dominance fulfill you in the long run?

Relationship Styles.    Covers the spectrum from traditional to unlikely pairings and how to make them work.

Contracts.    Can you really live up to all of those promises? How to write a realistic and workable contract.

Collars.    Make sure it “fits” before you agree to wear it.

24/7?    Is it what you’ve always dreamed of? The fantasy vs. reality.

Poly relationships.    What is meant by poly and is it right for you?

submissive or slave?    Which are you and how will the importance of knowing lighten your load?

Dominant’s needs and wants vs. submissive’s needs and wants.    Whose take priority? (You may be surprised by the answer).

Respectful Communication.    How to approach your Dominant with issues and concerns. How to know when to keep your mouth shut.

Testimonials

“Attending the Submissive Survival Course was one of the most powerful experiences in my life. Aranea’s knowledge of the lifestyle is vast. She truly understands what a submissive goes through during the various stages of his/her development. She shares her invaluable insights in a warm and friendly way, which creates a most comfortable atmosphere to be in. I loved attending her seminar; I felt right at home."  anonymous, submissive

"More surprisingly, I was shocked to find in her, a complete stranger who somehow understood who I am better than I do! I will treasure the many things I learned from her all my life."  L, a male submissive

“Aranea was able to lead us from questioning ourselves, our beliefs and who we are to incredible insights into our hearts and souls. She is truly amazing!”  Cali, submissive

“I was not certain, coming in, if I would feel the fee and time was worth what I could get out of the class, but I would gladly attend this weekend again.”  her Journey

“The submissive Survival Course is a great opportunity to learn about aspects of BDSM that people rarely discuss in such a detailed and thoughtful manner. These are such vital issues for one to think about and know about one's self before getting involved in the Lifestyle.  Being able to learn from aranea was wonderful!”  D.W., submissive

“aranea’s workshop provided a safe environment for me to ponder and explore unfamiliar areas of submission. She is also talented in highlighting the brazen sexuality that is also so much a part of our lifestyle. Highlighting it, accepting it, accentuating it. You go girlfriend!”  Shy, submissive, Los Angeles, CA

  “So many times slaves and submissives get into a frenzy about attracting the right kind of Dominant man or Master, but sometimes we don't actively educate ourselves. aranea brought what I thought was a realistic approach to being able to self-identify your own needs and wants before venturing off into seeking your One.”  jazz magee, submissive woman w/sensual masochist streak, Los Angeles, CA

"aranea’s workshops are informative and productive in the D/s lifestyle. Anyone who gets a chance to hear her should not miss it." judy, of Gene and judy Laguna Beach, CA

"i am always impressed with how centered i feel after attending one of aranea's workshops - or any function for that matter at which i am blessed with the honor of speaking/sharing with her.  she has such an elegantly human way of connecting to submissives, no matter their orientation or choices in expressing their lifestyle.  i am grateful for these opportunities she is offering us to sit with each other and expand our authentic nature." moonlight Blaise

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