“Kindness and Other Kinks” Workshop

With HiThereCatsuit

Saturday August 16th

Full day workshop and Private Play Party at Oblige

(All proceeds to benefit LGBTQ+ youth in Detroit)

Two workshop classes:

Doors at 9:00am

Morning class- 10:00 -12:00 “Yes, And… More, Please”: The Art of Improv & Kink Storytelling

Afternoon classes- 1:00 -3:00 “Kindness and other Kinks”: The Power of Kindness in Kink and Life

Details on both below. 

Private Play Party  

Doors at 8:00PM -1:00AM

Limited to daytime class attendees and private members. Stay and play, use this beautiful, expansive place as you like, with all the room you want, in every way you desire.

Tickets are $35 per person for the full day with the party included.

All proceeds (100% of all ticket sales) to benefit the Ruth Ellis Center, "creating opportunities with LGBTQ+ young people to build their vision for a positive future". 


More Details Below

Who is HiThereCatsuit?

Jon, also known as HiThereCatsuit, has been hosting Authentically Kinky since October 2020, with over 350 episodes. The idea for the podcast came after Jon’s popular FetLife column on unsolicited pics sparked a conversation with NookieNotes of Dating Kinky.

With 35+ years in broadcasting, Jon has won seven Emmy Awards, appeared on national and local networks, and even given a TEDx talk on Kindness. Their passion for storytelling and amplifying diverse voices has made the show a staple in the kink community.

In the scene, HiThereCatsuit is a bottom, known for their signature spandex suits (hence the name!) and their notebooks, which help people celebrate small victories. They travel the country almost every weekend, teaching at major events like Fetish Con, Domcon, Dark Odyssey WInter Fire, Naughty Noel, Kinky Kollege, and more, sharing their experiences and fostering deeper conversations about authenticity in kink.

  • This will be our offical meet and greet hour for attendees and our hosts. Join us early to find a spot, settle in, and socialize.

  • Yes, And… More, Please: The Art of Improv & Kink Storytelling

    At the heart of both kink and improv is a simple, powerful truth: connection is created in the moment. This workshop is a celebration of that truth—a space where curiosity, creativity, and consent come together to build something real. We’ll use the tools of improvisation—saying “yes,” staying present, and co-creating without judgment—to deepen our capacity for intimacy and play. Through movement, voice, body language, and the intentional use of touch, we’ll explore how even the smallest choices can carry profound meaning in a scene.

    This is more than just a skills class. It’s an invitation to step into your full expressive self—to listen more closely, respond more truthfully, and play more freely with your partners. Whether you’re new to kink or have been exploring it for years, you’ll leave with new tools, new perspectives, and maybe even new stories waiting to be written. If you’re craving connection, authenticity, and a little magic in your play, this is your space. Come ready to explore. Come ready to feel. Come ready to say “yes, and.”

    Participation is very much encouraged. Come dressed to be active and as intimate as you would like. Couples encouraged but unpartnered kinksters are very much welcome and will be included in all the activities.

    Following the class, we will have a half hour social where we can talk one on one with people while others can compare notes on their experiences.

  • Kindness and other Kinks: The Power of Kindness in Kink and Life

    What if one simple shift in perspective could transform your relationships, your play, and even your life?

    Jon has spent years bringing people together through the power of connection, and at the heart of it all is one fundamental truth—kindness matters. In this workshop, you’ll explore the difference between being nice and being kind, and why embracing kindness can open doors to deeper, more fulfilling play partnerships and relationships.

    Based on his acclaimed TED Talk, Jon will take you on a deep dive into power dynamics—not just in kink, but in society—and how flipping the script can change the way others see you and how you see yourself. From celebrities to everyday interactions, you’ll discover how small acts of kindness can create powerful ripple effects.

    We’ll also explore how kindness can enhance your scenes, bringing an unexpected depth to even the most intense dynamics. One highlight is the notebook scene—a breathtaking combination of words, impact, and sensation, first performed at Winter Wickedness, that welcomes those who feel lost or unsure of their place in the community. Through this, you’ll see how kindness can be woven into dominance, submission, and even pain, turning lessons of struggle into lessons of joy.

    And as a special gift, every participant will receive one of Jon’s signature notebooks—treasured by dozens, if not hundreds, of kinksters for the way they inspire connection, reflection, and growth.

    Many have called this class life-changing. Will you be next?

    Who Will Get the Most Out of This Class
    This class is for anyone who has ever felt the sting of being called "not normal"—and for everyone who's dared to turn that label into a badge of honor.

    It’s for new kinksters trying to find their footing, wondering where they fit and how to show up authentically in a world that doesn’t always come with a map. It’s for the experienced players whose fire might feel dimmed, and who are ready to reignite that spark with fresh energy, creativity, and connection.

    And most of all, it’s for those who understand that kink isn’t just a private pleasure—it’s a shared language, a gift, and a form of love that deserves to be explored, honored, and celebrated together. If you feel that in your bones, this space is already yours.

    As for the party, I will always defer to my favorite. 

  • Use this time as you wish. Go explore the city, eat, rest clean up and come back or feel free to stay in the space, order in, nap, clean up, enjoy our space as it was ment to be.

  • This will be a private party for our daytime attendees and private members. Rarely, not even at our “invite only” parties, do we limit party attendance to this small of a group.

    The intension is for us to bring in the thoughts from day and use them, amongst like minded folx, in an intentional environment where we all “get it”.

    Make of this evening, what you want.

Full Day Details