04/08/2026
It’s your turn to step into the experience.
Behind the Power: Live the Practice
Is a practical workshop where participants move beyond observation and into guided application. Over four hours, Ana Vaz and Bernardo Brandão will accompany individuals and pairs through the complete cycle of conscious BD$M:
Negotiation
Learn how to transform desire into clear agreements through practical negotiation tools, boundary-setting, consent frameworks and communication exercises.
Scene Creation
Discover how to design a coherent and intentional experience by exploring scene structure, rituals, intensity, pacing, transitions and emotional flow.
Conscious Play
Practise sensory play, practice fundamentals under direct supervision, developing greater awareness, communication and sensitivity to your partner’s responses and learn how to stay connected during the play.
Aftercare
Explore practical aftercare, co-regulation and integration techniques that support connection, trust and emotional wellbeing after an intense experience.
Who Is This For?
Individuals curious about conscious BD$M
Couples/pairs or small groups wanting to explore together
People who have attended previous Behind the Power events
Anyone interested in communication, consent and relational dynamics
No extensive experience is required.
What You’ll Leave With
Greater confidence negotiating desires and boundaries
A framework for creating intentional scenes
Practical experience with conscious play
Tools for aftercare and integration
A deeper understanding of power, trust and connection.