✦ Workshop Series Description ✦
Aimed at those who already have at least a solid foundation in kink/BDSM practice, in this workshop series Dr Pine and SparklyBulbasaur will take participants through the building blocks of risk aware edge play, with a focus on honesty and harm reduction. Each workshop is designed to build on the previous ones in the series, so attendance of the whole course is recommended where possible.
For the purposes of these workshops, we are defining edge play as play which has an intrinsically higher level of physical or psychological risk than other kinds of play. To see whether this workshop is right for you, please click here to read a more detailed description of what constitutes edge play.
✦ Class Description ✦
Saturday 15th August, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:30PM AEST
Humans have a complex relationship with fear, as can be seen by our love of horror movies, rollercoasters, haunted houses, and spooky campfire stories. For many of us, that thrill in being afraid extends to our BDSM scenes or ongoing relationships.
For obvious reasons, playing with real fear should not be done lightly. But when done well, it can make for an extremely memorable experience. This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of fear and fear play, its risks and safety management techniques, as well as practical steps to incorporating fear into your play.
✦ What This Class Covers ✦
This workshop will cover:
What is fear? The physiology and chemistry of fear.
What is fear play?
Escalating to playing with fear.
Ways to create fear and suspense in play, via techniques such as physical positioning, mind fuck, pain and sensory play.
Effective pre and post scene management.
Types of fear, and the importance of making sure that the top and the bottom are on the same page.
Safety management during play, including how to check in without disrupting the flow or emotions of a scene.
Aftercare.
This workshop will have elements of practical demonstration, alongside verbal instruction and explanation. Participants will be encouraged to participate in small group discussions.
✦ What To Bring ✦
Note taking equipment
✦ About the Educators ✦
Dr Pine (they/any) and SparklyBulbasaur (she/her) are a Melbourne based couple in a 24/7 Power Exchange Relationship.
Together they have previously run workshops in Naarm (Melbourne) on an array of topics, with a particular focus on harm minimisation and safety in edge play.
Dr Pine is a doctor of seven years, and a lifestyle Dominant and Sadist of thirteen years, with a long term interest in edge play. As well as in Naarm, they have previously run kink safety workshops overseas. They have a professional background in sex education, as well as emergency medicine.
SparklyBulbasaur is a Submissive Masochist who has been in the lifestyle for the past eleven years, with a particular passion for suffering. She is passionate about empowering submissives/bottoms to be their own best advocates through education, so that they can build an informed risk profile. She loves penguins and can hold her breath for more than two minutes.
✦ Tickets and Access ✦
📢All Sessions Pass — Attend All 6 Workshops & Save $150👉 Includes:
All 6 sessions
Priority booking
Best value per session
⭐ Best Value — Recommended if you’re serious about building your skills
🎟️Tickets to individual workshops are also available
The address is released upon ticket purchase. Check your ticket confirmation email.
✦ Scholarships ✦
Studio of Secrets has an education scholarship program to support education and access to those who need it most.
Scholarships are limited.
Please read our full guidelines prior to applying.
💌 Scholarships: Available for this event.
📄 Scholarship Application Form
✦ Dress Code ✦
Casual and comfortable.
✦ Accessibility ✦
If you need wheelchair access, please email info@studioofsecrets.com.au ahead of time. Please also arrive 10 minutes early, so we can accommodate your entry.
Unfortunately the toilet is not an accessible toilet with a rail. The nearest accessible toilet is at McDonalds around 400m away.
There is a single step at the main entry. If you need assistance, our staff are more than happy to assist you.