Since his formal introduction into the BDSM lifestyle beginning in 1994, Simon has been schooled in, and continues to study, various expressions and theories of BDSM, human sexuality, and the mechanics of how men and women interact on various levels.

After living a semi-private lifestyle for over a decade, Simon made the decision to become more public in hopes he that could help others understand that the BDSM way of life is not about abuse, but rather is simply another expression of love that is no different from that which is traditionally practiced by heterosexual "man and wife" or homosexual "life partners" today. Simon ultimately aims to be a part of making the BDSM lifestyle more acceptable in the minds of mainstream America on both the private and, more importantly, the governmental fronts by helping to debunk the current stereotypes which continue to plague and force BDSM so many lifestylers to remain in “the closet”.

Simon's current project is authoring a book explaining how a Master and slave relationship can be at its healthiest and most rewarding when an M/s relationship is primarily based in reality - as opposed to fantasy. Simon is a proud member of Cirque de Sade, an established organization of respectable Masters and Mistresses who have come together to increase awareness of the BDSm lifestyle and to help others express the lifestyle to its fullest potential while doing so safely. Simon is an instructor for BDSMMentors.com, a non-profit organization that provides education for the BDSM communities by providing a series of weekend and day-long intensive workshops in Southern California that enhance skills, safety, and satisfaction for those who attend. It is with great pleasure that we welcome Simon Blaise to Thunder in the Mountains 2008.

 

 

 

 

 

Slave Selection & Initial Training
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While training someone, have you ever wished you had seen a “red flag” concerning your slave’s behavior just a little bit sooner? If the answer is “yes,” this class is for you! Simon will explore primary issues, methods, and considerations involved in selecting your play partner, submissive, or slave. Other course topics will include techniques to discover your wants, needs and standards before the application process begins, reviewing petitions and what to look for (and what to watch out for), conducting "the trial," authentic evaluation, initial training, enhanced training concepts, and most important, the "then what?" after some form of commitment is made. Simon will have his slave, moonlight, on hand for comments and Q&A concerning her own experience with Simon’s own selection process. If you are a Master, Mistress, Dom/me, etc, currently with an opening in your house for a slave, submissive, etc, then this is the class for you!
 
Cling Play/Polyvinyl Suspensions
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If you want to explore one of the more “heady” and versatile forms of bondage that will provide your body and your mind with varying levels of sensation, then this is a seminar you will not want to miss! We will discuss the core concepts of safety, the various ways you can introduce your partner to this form of bondage, wrapping principles and techniques for both ground and air bondage, and suggestions on how to safely progress from partial ground bondage to full flying mummification suspensions. In order to enhance the total learning experience, Simon will have his slave, moonlight, on hand for demonstration purposes. Simon will also be available during the nightly members-only parties to coach students interested members of the class who wish to try out this exciting and intense form of bondage for themselves. For those of you who like intricate and flashy bondage scenes, then you won’t want to miss this one!