Presented by Puppy Dog and Praxium!

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Needles can elicit many emotions from fear to excitement. Needle play can be used as a form of artistic expression, a cathartic experience, and/or just a fun time with friends. From the sacred to the silly, come learn about the do's and don'ts of needle play!

Truly a beginner class, you will learn what supplies you'll need, how to set up a scene, how to mitigate bloodborne pathogens risks, how to create designs and/or elicit pain, and how to clean up while mitigating risks of infection.

This class pairs directly with our monthly Sharps Jam and is strongly recommended for anyone interested in participating in sharps or blood play spaces. For newcomers, it provides the foundational knowledge needed to engage safely, responsibly, and confidently before ever picking up a needle. For experienced players, it serves as a crucial refresher that reinforces best practices, shared standards, and community expectations. If you plan to explore sharps, blood play, or attend Sharps Jam in any capacity beyond observing, this training is not mandatory, but it is essential!

Doors open at 11:30AM.

About the Instructor

Puppy Dog is an avid needle and blood player, he maintains a Bloodborne Pathogens Certification, and is also certified to teach that as well as First Aid and CPR. Puppy Dog has taught needles and blood play classes as well as ran a Needle Jam in the past. You can find Puppy Dog on Fetlife.

Where

This event will take place at Paradox - 1310 Mission Street in San Francisco. It is located in SoMa, near 9th and Mission, and is a 10 minute walk from the Civic Center/UN Plaza BART station.

The entrance to the space is on the ground floor and is fully-accessible, including coat check, social area, play area, and two accessible all-gender bathrooms. The mezzanine level above the bathrooms can only be reached via stairs. Cell phones may be prohibited from being used at the event venue and must be stored; however, you may speak to a host or DM about reasonable accommodations if needed for things such as continuous glucose monitoring.

Tickets

1. No Refunds. All sales are Final.
2. Ticket transfers may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis & may incur a $5 transfer fee per ticket. Please email us at praxium@afterdark-sf.com to transfer your ticket.

About Praxium

Praxium is a center for kink and sex-positive education, dedicated to building community and expanding knowledge. We honor the rich traditions of the queer leather and kink communities while striving to create a more inclusive, consent-driven culture.

We provide high-quality education - both foundational and advanced - that empowers individuals to explore, play, and connect with confidence and agency. We believe in fostering spaces that support learning, curiosity, and personal growth.

Whether you're new to kink or a seasoned player, Praxium offers opportunities to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and engage with a thriving community. Reach out to learn more about our classes or how to collaborate with us by emailing us at praxium@afterdark-sf.com