LEAP Livestream
Join us Online for our Learn, Explore, Apply & Play series.
Participants will have the chance to “sit in”, online or replay, select L.E.A.P. classes and workshops.
This is not a zoom. It's a live video production.
You can expect to leave these workshops with a better sense of self, a better connection with their partner and a wider perspective of erotic rope bondage -or- other BDSM/Kink education and skills.
Each livestream is available to watch and re-watch for up to six days following the live event.
Learn techniques to perform a variety of rope ties necessary for safe and effective Shibari or other BDSM focused on BDSM education. Understand the physical, aesthetic and psychological aspects of connection through rope and/or kink.
Explore with your partner, friends or yourself, from anywhere.
Apply your skills at your own pace, privately.
Play around with these skills all you like and re-watch the class as you do.
Sign Up for the Livestream
Livestream classes offered select Thursdays 7 p.m. – 8:45ish EST. $12 per person.
Any class materials and reference links will be available at the start of the livestream.
A replay of the livestream will be posted minutes following the close of class.
Request Past Recordings HERE
Upcoming Class/Workshop Schedule:
August 6th: Rope/Shibari Workshop- “LIFT OFF” with Paul & Courtney (Part of our Intro to Suspension Series)
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Part of our Intro to Suspension Series
Getting in the air with Paul and Courtney
Using basic harness, attachments and up line, we will be look at the fundamentals involved in beginning to come off the ground.After class Oblige staff will be on hand to assist and help you get the most out of this class experience.
You do not need a tying partner to perform all the content covered.
This will be a lecture, demo, see and do workshop.
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Paul:
@Serene_X on Fet Life | https://www.instagram.com/serenex_detroiton IG
He/Him/
“Sadist”, “Rope top”, “Kinky fucker”, Self Proclaimed BDSM Enthusiast, Halfway Decent Human (for a sadist), Founder and Co-operator of @Oblige Rope Boutique since 2020.
Paul has been playing with Japanese inspired erotic rope bondage for over 15 years and a BDSM/Kink/Rope educator for the past 4 years. Paul and his partner @GoldenCourtney regularly teach on BDSM/Kink subjects related to Water Sports, Floggers, Fire Play, Squirting, and dozen of rope bondage related classes.
Paul finds fulfillment in providing space for others to explore and grow. He seeks joy in every opportunity with his partner, creating fun everywhere they go. Though a heavy edge player, consent modeling, risk awareness and accessibility are the core of all his classes.
Courtney:
(GoldenCourtney on Fet Life) She/her, Rope Bottom, Masochist, Submissive, Service Submissive, Edge Player
“In world filled with suffering we can’t control, it is exquisite to play with suffering we can.”
The psychological, emotional, mental, and physical challenges directly inform Courtney’s experience and the place she speaks from. Vulnerability is at the forefront of her intention and “whys” in BDSM/Kink education with a deep understanding of human fallibility. Being vulnerable in the simplest of terms is honesty and willingness to share that honesty. It’s been her vehicle to live a life that is in alignment and cohesive. It has afforded her the most change, growth and authentic experiences, fostering profound connections to herself, her partner, and the community. She strongly believes we all desire to feel connection, to be seen and acknowledged, and to know love. That these internal feelings and desires are universally shared.
Having enjoyed many different incarnations in this life, it’s her current place that she has found her propose, her calling, and her peace as venue operator at Oblige. BDSM/Kink offers an arena to explore facets of ourselves and others that is unmatched, helping facilitate that is a huge gift. It is with great honor that she has been given the privilege to teach and perform alongside her partner @serene_x since 2021. She does so in service to the Rope/BDSM/Kink community that has given back to her tenfold.
August 13th: BDSM/Kink Class- “Caregiver/littles 101”with Rose_of_Kali & EyesOfTheMoon
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Are you interested in little play? Do you really not understand why people do this? Are you beginning to grow a CG/l relationship? Come ask a CG/l player.
This class is intended to provide nuanced, consent-focused education about CG/l, age play, and ABDL dynamics by creating personal connection, addressing assumptions, and giving a framework for safe, consensual play. This class is for anyone interested in learning more; whether you practice, want to explore, or find yourself around CG/l (which is more likely than you might think!). Your presenters @ Rose_of_Kali and @Eyesofthemoon will dive into definitions, dispell misconceptions, and lay a framework for safe play in this particular niche.
All experience levels welcome
Solo or Partnered
This class will be presented in lecture/discussion style format -
Rosie is a queer, poly, neurodivergent kinkster and a sadomasochistic, submissive-leaning switch of 10 years. They entered their local kink scene in 2023, and have found there are infinite ways to grow, connect, and play. They can always be found laughing or exploring kink theory in conversation with their friends!
Rosie loves to attend classes that dive deep into power dynamics, energy play, and the psychology of kink. They thrive at events that center community connection with other kinksters, such as High Protocol evenings where they get to embrace their service heart and desire for vulnerability.
For Rosie, participating intentionally in kink is about self exploration, heightening connection, and cultivating internal freedom from oppressive systems with their community.
Rosie's approach to education is centered on inclusion, consent, and co-learning. They believe that the best way to learn is to teach, and the best way to teach is to learn!
(they/them, Fetlife: @rose_of_kali)
Kit (she/her) is a second generation polyamorous human who engages as a little in a DD/lg style relationship with her dominant, life partner, and coparent. She began exploring kink in 2020 and engage with the local community in 2022.
Kit is a service submissive local to the Metro-Detroit scene with a research and theory based approach to education. Her aspiration is to continue increasing the amount and quality of bottom inclusive kink education. Kit is also on the board of @BOE_TNG and is a passionate supporter of safe and comfortable spaces for young kinksters to connect and learn. Her [kink resume](https://fetlife.com/EyesOfTheMoon/posts/11375940) and list of classes taught is available on her fetlife @EyesoftheMoon
September 3rd: Rope/Shibari Workshop- "Bringing the Basics Into Play" with Flynn (Suspension Series)
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Bringing the Basics Into Play
A look at dynamic transitions in suspensions with Flynn and -emmie-. See how to use basic ties and harnesses to create dynamic suspension scenes.
This class is part lecture, part tie-and-do.
Intermediate level — an understanding of basic rope harnesses, Upline attachments, and lock-offs will be important for following along.
All levels of skill sets are welcomed to attend for a verity of reasons. If you are new to rope bondage or do not have a working understanding of the basics and fundamental you are strongly encouraged you attend the pre-class portion of the workshop at 6:15PM.
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Flynn Racer is a seasoned kink educator with over fifteen years of shibari experience, beginning his journey through the lens of artistic photography. As the co-owner and co-operator of Oblige Rope Boutique, he blends creative expression with technical precision, offering students a thoughtful, intentional approach to rope and connection.
Beyond rope, Flynn is deeply passionate about pipe and mechanical bondage, a love directly inspired by his career in structural engineering. His engineering background fuels his fascination with innovative restraint design, shaping the uniquely hands-on, problem-solving nature of his classes. A dominant, a daddy, and an ever-curious kinkster, he has taught a wide array of shibari, bondage, and BDSM classes across the community. Whether instructing newcomers or seasoned practitioners, Flynn brings a genuine desire to keep learning and to help others grow alongside him.
September 10th: BDSM/Kink Class- "Down the Hatch! ('Encouraged' Intoxication)" with Lady V
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Down the Hatch! - "Encouraged" Intoxication
This class is NOT a glorification of Intoxication play. Oblige, its staff and presenters do NOT endorse any non-consensual play or unethical/irresponsible consumption of substances of any kind. While Oblige does NOT permit Intox play at The Dungeon we understand this to be a kink/fetish that many folx engage in and we feel it necessary to openly discuss the risks, consent frame works, and “responsible” ways intoxicating substances can be used in consensual play.
Join Lady V for this informative & intoxicating class on "Encouraged" Intoxication! "Encouraged" Intoxication is a type of play where two consenting adults get the other to consume mind altering substances.
Imagine... turning your lover into a limp play toy, or being so blissed out as you play.
This class will mainly be covering substances that are legal in the state she resides in. (marijuana, poppers, alcohol, & mushrooms & caffeine)
Lady V will NOT be addressing how to procure any substances.
Intoxication play is NOT permitted at Oblige or many other dungeons, house parties or other types of kink events. Please make sure to read and if you do not understand, ask the event hosts about their rules.
Featured Content:
Creating consent framework around play & CNC (Consensual Non-Consent)
Designing a container for intoxication within that framework
Negotiation around planning, safety, & tolerances
Encouraged inhalation & liquid consumption
Using funnels, masks, & even panties...
Planning & executing scenarios including somnophillia, dronification, & more!
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Lady V (she/her) is a sex-positive educator, community organizer, lifestyle switch, and professional dominatrix based in LA and Portland, originally from Metro Detroit. She serves as Advocacy Board Member and Remote Education Coordinator for Sex Positive World, and previously worked as a Behavioral Services Program Manager supporting sexuality and gender needs for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
September 24th: BDSM/Kink Class- "Unkinking Your Fascia" with HappyWalkHome
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A hands-on, trauma-aware class exploring fascia and its relationship with the nervous system. Participants learn body-based principles and gentle techniques to ease fascial restrictions, reduce nervous-system tension, and use partner-assisted practices for aftercare and drop management. Non-partnered individuals can still participate.
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HappyWalkHome
Danni (she/they) is a neurodivergent, queer, polyamorous rope educator with over a decade of experience in rope study, founder of Toledo Area Tied Up. As a Myofascial Release Specialist and yoga instructor, applies body mechanics and mindful movement to enhance safety and connection in rope/kink practice.
Fet- Happywalkhome
IG- @Happywalkhome
If you are trying to sign up for one of our In Person L.E.A.P classes/workshops, do it at www.obligerope.org/leap