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The Difference Between BDSM And Abuse
I continually receive emails and comments at The BDSM Training Academy about how BDSM is a form of abuse. I find it very upsetting, especially when we try so hard to educate people on how to incorporate a safe, sane and consensual form of BDSM here at the Academy. BDSM is meant to enhance and strengthen a healthy, loving relationship.

The Difference Between Fake And Real Dominants
Choosing the Dominant that you want to serve is a serious decision. One that is taken far too lightly but in fact should not be. Making yourself mentally and physically vulnerable to the wrong person can have terrible repercussions. A genuine Dominant can produce a supportive relationship that will allow a submissive to feel safe enough to be their true self.
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Living Little In BDSM
Being a 24/7 little is something I love about myself because it gives me a chance to practice self-compassion and serves as an outlet from the realities of adulthood in a safe manner. Sometimes though, it can be difficult if I fall into littlespace at inopportune times and it can be especially challenging during times when I don’t have a caregiver to interact with. That

Aural in BDSM
These days it’s not difficult to turn on the internet and get turned on. In the world of endless content, its not hard to get hard. As porn continues to transition in the age of only fans, and erotic literature rides the 50 shades wave, so too erotic audio has found its niche in rise of the podcast and audio book. What is erotic audio?

BDSM Confessions: Spankings With Ariel Anderssen
British BDSM model Ariel Anderssen takes time out of her extremely busy schedule to sit down with us and share her knowledge about her favorite BDSM activity – Spanking!!! Sharing all the deviously delightful euphoric sensations, and experiences.
Navigating BDSM When You Are New
BDSM is a very complicated and intensive subject with as ton activities to learn that can be applied in multiple ways in an infinite variety of lifestyle choices. There are is so much information that it can be overwhelming and intimidating for someone new to even get started. I know because I have been there myself. I’m going to let you in on a way

Feel The Power Of BDSM In A Long Distance Relationship
How to stay connected to your Dominant and still feel the intensity of BDSM in your long distance relationship. My Dom lives in a land far, far away, his kingdom the centre of the world, locked away in a fortress defended by the castle guards of distance. Physicallitalty is such a large part of most relationships, and when that is removed, for whatever reason, it

Fear Play in BDSM: How to Scare Your Partner Without Freaking Them Out
A lot of submissives enjoy feeling a degree of fear during BDSM. They get a thrill from the rush of anticipation, intensity, and suspense in the same way others might while skydiving or watching horror movies. A sexual experience that feels dangerous, but not so dangerous that we’ll walk away harmed or traumatized, can be an exciting adventure when shared in a controlled environment with
Submissive Task: Create Your Life
Before You Start As a submissive, you have every right to refuse any task you do not want to take part in. You never have to do anything you are uncomfortable, and/or unsure about. Just because you are submissive does not mean you must do anything you don’t want to do. That includes this task! Your participation is always your choice and your decision. Know
Remembering Relationship in BDSM Dynamics
In my years in BDSM, I have been blessed to experience 5 relationship dynamics. These dynamics spanned both the vanilla and kink worlds. We knew each other at a basic level, at an intimate level, and, of course, at a kink level. We cared about more than just how well we did impact play together, or how great our Shibari looked. We cared about each

What’s Informed Consent and Why Is It Important In BDSM?
The word ‘consent’ comes up constantly in conversations about kink. People often tout it as the core element that separates BDSM from abuse. While this is true, the word by itself doesn’t go far enough to help practitioners, especially those just starting out, protect themselves and one another from potential problems.
The term ‘informed consent’ was first used in the medical field and is considered fundamental

8 Ways to Help Your Dom Feel Comfortable Exploring BDSM More Deeply
We often like to think of doms as the sexy, invincible superheroes of our fantasies. To be led through our BDSM journey by someone calm, confident, and in charge puts us at ease, allowing us to open up and explore in spite of our nervousness or vulnerability. The reality, of course, is that dom-identifying kinksters are human like the rest of us and need help

Domestic Discipline: The Not So Talked About Dynamic
When you hear Domestic Discipline what do you picture? Perhaps it’s the image of Lucy laid across Ricky’s lap from the good ole’ airings of I Love Lucy. Or perhaps you think it is vanilla people’s way to get kinky. Or maybe you have no idea so to be sarcastic you just say discipline that happens domestically. All three of these answers are equally correct,

So You Want To Own A Pet
You are now the proud Owner of a pet… so now what? There are so many possibilities to take any aspect you desire to new deeper, more meaningful places. Explore new unknown territory or expand on familiar grounds. What will you do? Rules. Rituals. Rewards.What separates kitten from a girlfriend.What I desire most in my life.Why I need the lifestyle. Common Basic Needs to Begin