In this interactive workshop, we borrow leading and following techniques from partnered dance and apply them to D/s. No dance understanding is required. No partner is required. All bodies and all genders are very welcome.

Using simple concentration and dance techniques, we explore the internal mind/body connection for Dominants and submissives, nonverbal communication between the leader and follower, and how this works in scenes, 24/7 relationships, and more.

When we remove the words, what comes to the forefront is energy. How do we embrace our own energy, how do we receive the other person’s energy, how do we distinguish between them, and how do we make the most of them?

When we designate one person as the leader and the other as the follower, what kind of nonverbal communication becomes possible? When we choose to have a nonverbal interaction within a D/s context, how do those roles manifest? If we are familiar with Dominance and submission, how can those qualities we enjoy get expressed in facial expressions, gestures, the tilt of a head, and of course our energy? If we are new to D/s, how can we use the somatic approach as an entry point to discover and embrace our own internal Dominance/submission?

This workshop is for anyone interested in building their nonverbal communication skills within the context of intentional power, and anyone wanting to deepen or expand their D/s skills. This workshop is appropriate and welcoming for both experienced D/s players and kinksters who are new to D/s.

💞 This class is Limited to 24 students to ensure personal attention, space, and time!!!

COMING TO CLASS? READ THIS--> 🎒 Info for attending:

✨This is a body-positive, safe, welcoming environment.

🚪 Doors open at 1:15 pm Introductions start at 1:30 pm. Doors close at approximately 2 pm for late arrivals.

👣 Be prepared to be barefoot. This venue does not allow shoes in the main space. You will need to remove your shoes as you enter. Socks are optional.

💦 BRING a water bottle (yes there is a refill station).

🥄 Accessibility: one flight of stairs from the sidewalk to the lobby. Everything - check-in desk, cubbies for shoes, bathroom, lounge area, classroom space, is all on this one floor. Multiple seating areas for social or private hang-out time before and after class. Gender-neutral bathroom. Cubbies at many heights. Lots of natural light, dim light, etc.

PRESENTER:

Alexandria has been teaching dance and movement since 1998, including private lessons, small group studio classes, and large public classes of 100+. Her repertoire includes pole for all bodies, ballet for real life, belly dance, floorwork, high heels dancing, lap dancing, Flexibility 4 Life, salsa, merengue, bachata, cha-cha, east coast swing, social waltz, feminine sensual movement, rhythm training, body confidence, non-verbal communication, and more. Her mantra is #whenindoubtslowdown and her rally cry is "All bodies, all genders, all ages: come home to your body". Her teaching emphasizes reclaiming your body and self-love, strength, flexibility, improvisation, and musicality.

TICKETING:

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We offer several different price points to ease access to this class!

The support ticket is $120, this is for those who cannot afford the full ticketing price.

The regular ticket is $150. This is what most people should pay. If that would be a barrier to attendance, you may use the $120 option. If you're able to be generous, paying at the $180 option allows us to make tickets accessible to those who need the discount.

Wicked Grounds VIPs may use your monthly discount codes to get tickets for only $100! Find out more at Patreon.com/WickedGrounds

ACCESS:

In SF, this class will be held at Mukunda Studio, 1250 Folsom St 2nd Floor, San Francisco. Civic Center is the nearest BART station. Please note that this venue is on the second floor and stairs are the only means of ingress and egress. We recommend arriving 10 minutes before the class start time for check-in. (No shoes are allowed in the studio space.)

Please do not attend in person if you have any respiratory symptoms whatsoever. Anyone displaying signs of respiratory symptoms may be asked to leave, regardless of vaccination status.