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Beginning Dungeon Monitors Training will be held Saturday, Octoiber 13th, 2007, from 11-5 at a residence in North Portland, close to bus lines. The cost for this course is $10. If you would like to attend please RSVP to Slydexia@leatherplanet.com Directions will be provided upon RSVP. Due to the size of the space the class size is limited to the first 20 who RSVP.
There will be a one half hour lunch break, we recommend that you brown bag it and bring your lunch as there are no quick restaurants in the area.
There is no First Aid/CPR class connected with this class. We do, however, recommend that DMs have First Aid/CPR
certification.
One of the benefits of taking this course, and then becoming part of the DMA, is that it is recognized by many nationally known SM/Leather/Fetish organizations who are accepting this DM training course as acceptable Dungeon Monitors training for their events.
Upon satisfactory completion of this "Beginners Dungeon Monitors Training Course" you will have the opportunity to join the PDX Dungeon Monitors Association and their E-list. This list is dedicated to allowing party hosts who are in need of qualified DM's to request your assistance. It is also dedicated to allowing DM's to communicate with each other regarding DM issues/questions/concerns and facilitate a sharing of our collective knowledge.
To attend the Beginning Dungeon Monitor Training Course we recommend you have the following experience, training and abilities:
A minimum of one year of active involvement in the local SM/Leather/Fetish community.
Attended a minimum of 10 SM/Leather/Fetish Play parties (Dungeon Play parties.)
A basic understanding of common play techniques
A strong desire to continue education about different play styles beyond personal areas of interest.
Be able to act in an emergency situation where physical activity and mental/emotional stability are essential.
If you do not have the knowledge and experience suggested, you will still be allowed to take the course and test, but we do warn you that some questions on the test will be on general BDSM knowledge not covered in class as well as information we cover in class. We are not saying this to scare you, but to explain why we suggest these prerequisites.
We look forward to presenting this class and hope that you will be able to attend.
Thank you,
Guy and Tim
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Brief DM FAQ
Below are some common questions that we have been asked about becoming a Dungeon Monitor. Please do not hesitate to let us know if any of your questions have not been answered.
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Q So when I finish the course I will be a trained Dungeon Monitor? Certified even?
A No. This course teaches you what you need to begin your journey as a Dungeon Monitor.
Q So being a Dungeon Monitor is a lot like being the Dungeon Police right? I get to tell people what to do and interrupt scenes right?
A No. At best, Dungeon Monitors are a lot like Lifeguards. We enforce the rules and make sure everyone has a great time. A better way to look at becoming a DM is that you are becoming a facilitator for the dungeon party. Your job is to make sure that everything goes smoothly and that the party host/ess's guests are taken care of. That may mean doing something as simple as moving equipment around to facilitate safe playing, helping the top tape down an electric cord so bystanders won't trip on it, or even fetching a glass of water for a player who can not leave the dungeon floor. The last thing we wish to do is interrupt someone's play. The only time we interrupt a scene is when there is an inherent risk of danger to the players or guests and then we try to be as unobtrusive as possible.
Q But I do get to stop people if I don't like the way they play, right?
A No. You only intervene in a scene if there is risk to life and limb, the bottom calls a safeword, they are breaking party rules, or you see a situation that is an immediate safety danger to the bottom, top, or bystanders.
Q Then if I think blood play is unsafe, I can stop people from doing it?
A No. Safety issues are not predicated on what you think is safe, but on the standards of the community at large. This is why we stress that you need to learn about forms of play even if you would not do it yourself so that you can assess safety factors knowledgeably. Any time you are in doubt as to whether it is your own prejudices or a real case of safety causing you to want to curtail play, you should consult the party host or the head DM. (Unless the situation will cause imminent serious bodily harm.)
Q I get sick at the sight of blood and I don't think fireplay can be done safely at all. Can I still be a dungeon monitor?
A DMs are expected to be able to act in an emergency and an emergency might involve blood or fire--not just a play scene. If you don't think you will be able to deal with emergencies involving these things, please carefully re-consider becoming a DM.
Email us if you have more questions. Slydexia@leatherplanet.com .
Please feel free to post this on any BDSM list where it would be appropriate.
There will be a one half hour lunch break, we recommend that you brown bag it and bring your lunch as there are no quick restaurants in the area.
There is no First Aid/CPR class connected with this class. We do, however, recommend that DMs have First Aid/CPR
certification.
One of the benefits of taking this course, and then becoming part of the DMA, is that it is recognized by many nationally known SM/Leather/Fetish organizations who are accepting this DM training course as acceptable Dungeon Monitors training for their events.
Upon satisfactory completion of this "Beginners Dungeon Monitors Training Course" you will have the opportunity to join the PDX Dungeon Monitors Association and their E-list. This list is dedicated to allowing party hosts who are in need of qualified DM's to request your assistance. It is also dedicated to allowing DM's to communicate with each other regarding DM issues/questions/concerns and facilitate a sharing of our collective knowledge.
To attend the Beginning Dungeon Monitor Training Course we recommend you have the following experience, training and abilities:
A minimum of one year of active involvement in the local SM/Leather/Fetish community.
Attended a minimum of 10 SM/Leather/Fetish Play parties (Dungeon Play parties.)
A basic understanding of common play techniques
A strong desire to continue education about different play styles beyond personal areas of interest.
Be able to act in an emergency situation where physical activity and mental/emotional stability are essential.
If you do not have the knowledge and experience suggested, you will still be allowed to take the course and test, but we do warn you that some questions on the test will be on general BDSM knowledge not covered in class as well as information we cover in class. We are not saying this to scare you, but to explain why we suggest these prerequisites.
We look forward to presenting this class and hope that you will be able to attend.
Thank you,
Guy and Tim
******************************************************************
Brief DM FAQ
Below are some common questions that we have been asked about becoming a Dungeon Monitor. Please do not hesitate to let us know if any of your questions have not been answered.
************************************
Q So when I finish the course I will be a trained Dungeon Monitor? Certified even?
A No. This course teaches you what you need to begin your journey as a Dungeon Monitor.
Q So being a Dungeon Monitor is a lot like being the Dungeon Police right? I get to tell people what to do and interrupt scenes right?
A No. At best, Dungeon Monitors are a lot like Lifeguards. We enforce the rules and make sure everyone has a great time. A better way to look at becoming a DM is that you are becoming a facilitator for the dungeon party. Your job is to make sure that everything goes smoothly and that the party host/ess's guests are taken care of. That may mean doing something as simple as moving equipment around to facilitate safe playing, helping the top tape down an electric cord so bystanders won't trip on it, or even fetching a glass of water for a player who can not leave the dungeon floor. The last thing we wish to do is interrupt someone's play. The only time we interrupt a scene is when there is an inherent risk of danger to the players or guests and then we try to be as unobtrusive as possible.
Q But I do get to stop people if I don't like the way they play, right?
A No. You only intervene in a scene if there is risk to life and limb, the bottom calls a safeword, they are breaking party rules, or you see a situation that is an immediate safety danger to the bottom, top, or bystanders.
Q Then if I think blood play is unsafe, I can stop people from doing it?
A No. Safety issues are not predicated on what you think is safe, but on the standards of the community at large. This is why we stress that you need to learn about forms of play even if you would not do it yourself so that you can assess safety factors knowledgeably. Any time you are in doubt as to whether it is your own prejudices or a real case of safety causing you to want to curtail play, you should consult the party host or the head DM. (Unless the situation will cause imminent serious bodily harm.)
Q I get sick at the sight of blood and I don't think fireplay can be done safely at all. Can I still be a dungeon monitor?
A DMs are expected to be able to act in an emergency and an emergency might involve blood or fire--not just a play scene. If you don't think you will be able to deal with emergencies involving these things, please carefully re-consider becoming a DM.
Email us if you have more questions. Slydexia@leatherplanet.com .
Please feel free to post this on any BDSM list where it would be appropriate.
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