SPLF2025: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

Impact + Erotic Kinky Hypnosis = Hella Fun

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

While this pairing may seem odd to some, impact and hypnosis can create some deep and interesting scenes when combined together. It is not like the movie "Get Out"or some Scooby Doo scenario - - you will not do something that you do not want to. When you consent to a suggestion and add impact to it, the subspace and top space high is deeper and there is a greater connection.

Speakers

Master Leather Redux

Master Leather Redux is your friendly leather lesbian from the 90s. Master Leather has taught across the US in person and virtually for large conferences such as Kinky Kollege, TESFest, SouthEast LeatherFest, LSC's Uprise! and Naughty Revival. “ “Master Leather is a co-director... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Longhorn 2

Education

9:00am CDT

Kidz Rule! Age Play For Consenting Adults

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

Mockingbird

Age Play is fantasy role play where the reality of your and your partner's (or partners') age and/or gender does not matter. We are talking about consenting adults here - this is not about pedophilia! Age play can be for a scene or can be incorporated into a 24/7 relationship. It might include sex, D/s SM or not. Come and learn how to be a kid again! Or how to relate to someone who likes to be a kid!

Speakers

Lolita Wolf

Lolita discovered the BDSM scene back when “online” meant the phone sex lines. Has presented workshops, given keynote speeches, emceed and judged contests for organizations and events across the country. Emeritus Board Member TES, former Chair LSM. Proud honorary member GMSMA... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Mockingbird

Education

9:00am CDT

Spanking (Or How I Learned to Love Daddy’s Belt)

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

Longhorn 1

A belt, a brush, a hand, even a paddle. Any one of these items can be used to bring a pleasurable, even intense, form of Kink Play...if you know how. Join us for an informative and fun interactive workshop, where we'll cover topics including pre- and after-care; different toys to use; and how to take your "play pal" on a ride of their lives. (Time permitting, audience members may even get to experience the process!)

Speakers

Daddy Rod

Daddy Rod co-founded the ONYX Mid-Atlantic Chapter, where he served as President, and later as Pledge Master. Daddy Rod was the Leatherman of Color 2011 and American Leatherman 2017. He is an alumnus of the MTTA 2008 Masters’ Training, and was a judge for several contests. Daddy... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Longhorn 1

Education

9:00am CDT

Traditional Talking Circle

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

Blue Bonnet

Native American or Indigenous talking circles are a tradition dating back thousands of years. They are a form of community, healing, and spirituality. They are a Native tradition, and only people trained in leading one can do so. After a Smudging ritual, participants enter the circle through the East opening and find a seat. Walking within the circle should be done clockwise. The facilitator will then guide the conversation.

Speakers

My_Naughty_Self

Adrianna is a Mexican/Purépecha/Cherokee, gender-fluid, Queer, and neurodivergent Switch from Bakersfield, CA. “ “They have been part of the lifestyle for 10 years. They are the creator and co-founder of the Indigenous/Native Leather Group on Facebook, established, February 2022... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Blue Bonnet

Education

10:45am CDT

7 Common Practices for Simplifying the Moment

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Mockingbird

Based upon a journal and online self-care discussion series, this class utilizes seven figures for eliciting Radical Contentedness®. Daddi Cole, creator, explains ancient and timeless utilization of each practice, showing how associating each practice with a visual image offers quicker access to it. Presenters demonstrate how, when a hiccup in your day threatens to derail your day, employing mnemonics in the moment can reduce tension and facilitate a more balanced bodymind state.

Speakers

Daddi Cole and Hellon Heels

HellOn Heels is a Women in Leather Atlanta (WiLA) member emerging as a fresh leader in Leather. Actively involved in Leather since 2017, she is enthusiastic about ways to make everyday activism and mentorship accessible as a recent law school graduate. “Daddi Cole is an Onyx Pearl... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Mockingbird

Education

10:45am CDT

H.O.T.: Hands Only Torture

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Longhorn 1

Contrary to the novels, movies, and rumors, one doesn't have to be rich or laden with gear to enjoy a good scene. Sir Guy is going demonstrate how there are plenty of things, from spanking to sensory stimulation, from the sensuous to the sadistic, that can be done with the hands alone that can bring about a mutually satisfying experience. This class is hands on and encourages audience participation!

Speakers

Sir Guy

Sir Guy (He/Him) is a covered Master, lifestyle Dominant Leatherman, an educator, author, and activist. International Power Exchange 2013 titleholder, Head of the House of the Black Panther, he has been recipient of the 2023 Master Jack McGeorge Excellence in Education Award, the... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Longhorn 1

Education

10:45am CDT

Straddling the Slash

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Blue Bonnet

Joy is dedicated to creating visibility for Switches, recognizing their unique, often unmet needs. Switches are welcomed in s-type spaces but can feel ostracized by the D-type community. Join this round table discussion to support one another and open the dialogue about what Switches need to further their journey and education.

Speakers

Joy Perez

Joy Perez, of House of CHAOS, is a covered Leather bratty switch who challenges societal norms and misconceptions. As board president at Central Texas Pride Community Center she advocates for the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Her dedication to inclusivity extends further as a board... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Blue Bonnet

Education

10:45am CDT

Taking Care of the Skin You’re In (or wearing)

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT

Longhorn 2

Join us for an innovative class exploring the connection between Korean skincare and bootblacking! This hands-on session simplifies bootblacking using familiar skincare steps. Bring a clean face and a dirty boot, and learn techniques while enjoying the process. Samples and basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own bootblacking and skincare kits. Let's get ready together, combining self-care and craftsmanship for a unique experience! No bootblacking experience, necessary.

Speakers

Spankcake

SpankCake (she/her) is an Asian American service-oriented Leather babygirl from Los Angeles and is the current International Ms. Bootblack. In addition, she is the Executive Director of bootblack.org, a non-profit organization that provides support, education, and advocacy for bootblacks... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm CDT
Longhorn 2

Education

2:15pm CDT

Bias in Power Exchange Relationships

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT

Longhorn 1

In this moderated discussion, we will explore a variety of biases in power exchange relationships - based on gender, relationship position, and relationship dynamic - and how to combat these biases.

Speakers

Master Ben and Naomi

Master Ben and Naomi have been in a committed, monogamous M/s relationship for more than a decade. They believe hierarchical relationships can be highly beneficial when practiced with intent, compassion, humility and humor. They have presented at various regional M/s and Leather... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT
Longhorn 1

Education

2:15pm CDT

Dancing the Razors Edge

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT

Blue Bonnet

In this workshop, you will learn how to use the sexy as hell, straight razor! Tapping into All the senses from the razor gliding across a throat, pussy or ass, hell anywhere on the body, the scents and sound and the intimacy and trust between 2 people as they Dance the razor's edge. Shaving can be fun, sexy and just a little dangerous! Blood optional.

Speakers

Daddy Crone Leenie

Smiling Sadist, long term bodyworker/energy runner who has been in the Leather world since 1990. Leenie began Dancing with Whips in 1998 and has not stopped. She has taught in the US and Canada for over 25 years. Leenie shares her experience in the healing possibilities using energy... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT
Blue Bonnet

Education

2:15pm CDT

I'm Not Alfred But…

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT

Mockingbird

An evolving class around types of service, classic butler, and valet archetypes.

Speakers

Q

A social justice activist for more than 20 years, Q consistently strives to bring together the various communities to which he belongs. Q is a self-identified queer, gender-independent, sex worker, actively and ethically non-monogamous/polyamorous, sex-positive, leather boi, and pleasure... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT
Mockingbird

Education

2:15pm CDT

Resumes, Owner Manuals & Service Plans: Setting the Right(‘s) Standards

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT

Longhorn 2

Understanding yourself is extremely important in any relationship building. And coming to the table already self-aware and able to communicate your needs, wants, and desires is not only an attractive characteristic in a partner but also a valuable one. So how do we communicate our personal standards, skills and core values to prospective partners? Join Master PlaineJane as she discusses Lifestyle Resumes, Owner’s Manuals & Service Plans. Master PlaineJane will cover the purpose, uses, types, as well as options for communicating your personal standards, core values, and skill set(s). She will discuss how both partners (no matter how they identify) can prepare themselves and their prospective partners for their personal standards with clarity and deliberate execution.

Speakers

Master PlaineJane

"Master PlaineJane is a Queer Covered Leather Master who has been active in the BDSM and Leather Lifestyle community for more than fifteen years. Master PlaineJane is the Director and Organizer of MAsT: Marietta Women and Founder and Owner of F.L.A.I.R. (Female Led Authority Inspired... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 2:15pm - 3:45pm CDT
Longhorn 2

Education

4:00pm CDT

Conscience Relationships and Attuning with Your Partner(s)

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

Blue Bonnet

There are five phases of relationships, and your M/s dynamic is not exempt. In this discussion, we will identify and define the five phases. We will also share tools to help determine which phase of the relationship you are currently in, and how to seek support during each phase to maintain a healthy relationship cycle. We will share our thoughts on how to promote longevity in your dynamic, from making a conscious effort to take things slowly, and knowing when to say when we'll discuss ways to identify what does or does not work for you and your partner(s). This discussion will be one you don’t want to miss.

Speakers

Mister-Blue and Mrs. BlueFrost

Mister-Blue, along with his slave and wife Mrs. BlueFrost, was the 2017 Northeast Master/slave titleholder, and the 2018 and 2021 International Master/slave titleholders. Mister-Blue is the Vice President of MTTA. Mrs. BlueFrost serves on the board of MTTA and serves on the staff... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Blue Bonnet

Education

4:00pm CDT

Creative Constraints: Let's Get Knotty!

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

Longhorn 2

Unleash your creativity and sharpen your rope skills in this dynamic, hands-on class where you’ll face unexpected challenges and think on your feet! From blindfolded ties to slippery bottoms, this session is all about adapting your technique in fun, inventive ways and quick in a hurry! Materials Needed: At least 4 hanks of rope (preferably natural, such as jute or hemp) that are about 25-30 feet long and 5-6 mm in width, a blindfold, and a consenting bottom!

Speakers

Master Neko and koneko

koneko is a bi, poly, kinky, leather, pagan elder who loves education! She is a member of her Master's House of Blood & Ice. She serves her Master at his will & the community through his leave as presenter, mentor, producer, judge, & more! She coordinates & leads curriculum development... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Longhorn 2

Education

4:00pm CDT

Safety Last! Anatomy of a Risk Profile

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

Longhorn 1

Many people in the community have gravitated to the less judgment-based motto RACK (Risk Aware Consensual Kink) vs SSC (Safe Sane Consensual). From traditional edge play, CNC dynamics, and even rope suspensions, we understand that nothing we do is inherently safe. So how can we effectively negotiate and develop a personal risk profile to allow us to engage in these activities? In this class, we will explore how to understand and mitigate risk, how to negotiate consent for activities where a black/white consent model doesn't work, and how to build a R.I.S.C profile to help navigate the exhilarating, dangerous, and oh-so rewarding, edgier types of play.

Speakers

Mara

Mara is a genderqueer, Leather Slave, and sadomasochist who has been part of the community for over 30 years. They are currently serving their community as your International Person of Leather 2024. Mara strives to be a kind and loving bulldozer, nudging our community towards living... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Longhorn 1

Education

4:00pm CDT

The Story of O: Intentional Diversity

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

Mockingbird

From its inception in 1995, ONYX has established itself as the premier national organization formed and operated by men of color who identify with and are active in the leather community. This workshop will explore the ways that ONYX has mixed it up and helped create further diversity within the leather and BDSM community by providing safe spaces for erotic and sexual exploration, education a nd empowerment for gay and misexual men of color; helped men of color connect to and make an impact on the larger leather community; instituted the ONYX Pearls (women of color in leather); and promote discussions on the visibility, challenges and other issues that people of color in the leather community face.

Speakers

Mufasa Ali

Mufasa Ali has been a dedicated member of the leather community for more than 30 years! He is the founder of the Men of ONYX, ONYX National Council Chairman Emeritus, Patriarch of Mufasa's Pride, Leather History Preservation Foundation founding Board Member, Mr World Leather 2006/2007... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Mockingbird

Education

5:45pm CDT

Creating, Keeping & Dissolving a Leather Family

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Blue Bonnet

We have our first family and are born into it-- when you deliberately create a family the concerns and contributions can be intentional and organic. We'll discuss what works, what doesn't, and how families are formed. Families shift, change, and become something new over time-- how do you move in it and keep your focus honed on sustaining what is valuable to you and others? We will discuss spectacular and painful experiences not only synergetic union. Come explore the infinite possibilities of families.

Speakers

Lady Catherine and Jack

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Blue Bonnet

Education

5:45pm CDT

Fisting For Perverts

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Longhorn 2

When regular fisting ain’t enough. Whether you give or receive, someone's hand disappearing into a cunt or ass is a powerful thing. With her trademark straight talk, humor and respect, Felice is going to fill some holes. Yes…demos. Start: Anatomy + logistics: safety, body positions, lube, communication Continue: Hole-filling basics: roadblocks, lube, headspace. Finish: how the big kids play: double fisting, fisting in suspension, fisting front and back doors simultaneously. All holes welcome.

Speakers

Felice Shays

Dominant, Mommy, Daddy, Queer, Femme, badass sex and BDSM educator/coach, Felice Shays swoons at people’s sexual, physical and emotional risks. Based in Brooklyn, Felice has presented at countless events across North America for umpteen years. She believes in love, respect, power... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Longhorn 2

Education

5:45pm CDT

Living on the edge: Fear play, humiliation, and suffering

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Longhorn 3

In this class we discuss several types of edge play that contain intense elements of fear, humiliation, and suffering. We will talk about the historical context, pitfalls and dangers, and how to play with the outer fringes of the mind while keeping you and your partners safe. *Viewer discretion advised, this class contains extremely sensitive subjects*

Speakers

Sir Andrew

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Longhorn 3

Education

5:45pm CDT

Panel: Women in Power - Beyond the Throne: Redefining Power for Women in Leadership

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Mockingbird

Join Moderator Master Retro Bella, 2024 International Master, along with panelists Madame Navia,The First Lady, Mrs. Dee Supreme, Marilyn Hollinger and Ms Rhonda for an empowering panel on the current state of Women Leadership in 2024. This session is open to all Women, nonbinary individuals in Women-focused spaces,and allies. Together, we'll explore how Women are reshaping authority in kink and everyday life, overcoming internal struggles,and breaking societal expectations.This is your opportunity to connect, share, and leave with the tools to find your own path towards power.

Speakers

Marilyn

Marilyn and Rio are Northwest Master/slave 2023. Marilyn is a sadist with an intense blood lust and Rio is a service-oriented butch leatherdyke. Marilyn and Rio have judged, emceed, and tallied at numerous contests, and have presented at NWLC, SELF, SWLC, IMsLBB, LLC, the Exiles... Read More →

The First Lady

The First Lady (She/Her/Sir) is a body builder and certified fitness coach. She has served diligently in community for 10 years— 5 in Leather—and leads as HoH of Nyumba Nyeusi [The Black House in Swahili], Centering servant leadership, The First Lady walks in fortitude as sibling... Read More →

Mrs. Dee Supreme

Mrs. Dee Supreme is a Queer Leather Woman from NYC, a Professional Dominatrix, consent advocate, and kink educator. A full sister of ONYX Pearls since 2020 and Road Captain (2023, 2024), she is also a founding member of the House of Supreme. With over seven years in the BDSM community... Read More →

Ms Rhonda

Ms Rhonda (she/her) is the Owner and Executive Producer of Northwest Leather Celebration held in Sacramento, CA the 1 st weekend in May each year. She has presented and judged at local, regional, and international events. Ms Rhonda served as Northwest Master 2015 and International... Read More →

Master Retro Bella

Master Retro Bella (She/Her) and her slave boy drake (he/him) serve as your 2024 International Master and slave. Master Retro Bella, a Latina, Master, and Leather Woman, and her slave boydrake, a transman, slave, and Leather boy, have been dedicated to raising awareness and acceptance... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Mockingbird

Education

5:45pm CDT

Pervertables Party

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Longhorn 4

Hellon Heels and Daddi Cole invite you to our Pervertables "Party" where we explain the benefits of turning everyday, often inexpensive, items into implements for play. Participants will be invited to share any implements they've concocted, and we will demonstrate some devices of our own on audience volunteers who consent (or pre-appointed demo bottoms).

Speakers

Daddi Cole and Hellon Heels

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Longhorn 4

Education

5:45pm CDT

Violet Wand Flogging

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT

Longhorn 1

How do you use a flogger in a violet wand scene. This is a 301 violet wand class.

Speakers

Sir Edgar and Slave raven

Sir Edgar and Raven are a M/s couple from Northern New Jersey They have been in a monogamous 24/7 M/s dynamic for over 7 years. They are the 2019 North East Master/slave title holders. “ “Sir Edgar began his journey in the BDSM lifestyle early 1990’s in Northern Jersey and NYC... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Longhorn 1

Education