An overview of non-violent communication strategies for the effective handling of charged situations, especially those that arise in kink venues, e.g., dungeons, play parties and kink conventions. Led by volunteer community members trained and experienced in Alternative Dispute Resolution, strategies covered will be helpful for everyone. This meeting is mandatory for TES Fest senior staff,  […]

With TESFest 2018 coming in July, there will be a lot of opportunities to meet new people who are interested in playing with hypnosis. Practicing hypnosis with someone new offers unique challenges and opportunities. The idea of pickup play is often considered a risky scenario for hypnokink, but in many cases it is the first […]

Are you new to the scene? New to the NYC area? Looking to get back into the scene after a long layoff? Just want to hang out with some fun and kinky people on a Sat night, in a safe, no pressure atmosphere with knowledgeable people to guide you if needed? Come alone or with […]

Naked hippies dancing in the mud and rain upstate, the Stonewall uprising in the village, and the founding of TES in Pat Bond’s living room. On the eve this year’s Pride March, on the verge of TES Fest, come join us on Saturday, June 23rd as we take you back to the exciting and turbulent […]

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It can be complicated to put yourself in another person's shoes, and it's not much easier when that person is one of your characters. Join TES Writer's Group for a discussion on how to write believable characters different that you, be that by gender, ethnicity, nationality or orientation. Optional Assignment Due: The Other Lens- Write […]

This class will be taught using the “masterclass” format, but is open to students of all levels. For those unfamiliar with the format, a single student will get up and demonstrate something. The teacher provides feedback and ideas for improvement that not only that student, but the entire class can benefit from. This continues with […]

Having fun and playing with hands on, punching, wrestling, pressure points. Boot kicking and general manhandling your bottom into submission. How to do it safely for both the top and bottom. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only

The definition of “sensual” is 1. affecting any of the senses; and 2. relating to gratification of the physical and especially the sexual appetites. Sensual domination encompasses both aspects of the definition, controlling sensations in a sexually charged way. Melding elements of hypnosis, bondage, mind-fuck, touch, sensation play, knife play, percussive play and the sense […]

Free and open to all members with a current membership card.