PETITION TO ATTEND

The boys’ and girls’ Training Academy

August 31 - September 1, 2001

Palm Springs, California

Presented in conjunction with LeatherfestXI

Produced by The San Diego boys of Leather and Master Jim of Dallas, Texas

 

The Training Academy.  The purpose of the Training Academy is to provide those who identify as boys/bois, girls, submissives or slaves with the knowledge and skills to better fulfill that identity.  The Training Academy will provide students with commonly accepted behaviors and practices that will enable them to move more effectively into the world of leather/BDSM.  More importantly, the Training Academy will offer students the opportunity to explore and discuss the internal issues that arise for those who identify in this way.  The Training Academy is open only to adults age 21 and older.

 

The Faculty.  Master Jim of Dallas, Texas will serve as Headmaster for the Training Academy.  Master Jim is a former Headmaster of The boys’ Training Camps I and II in Dallas, Texas, and is the creator of the curriculum used at the Camps.  To assist him, Master Jim has assembled a nationally known, experienced faculty for the Training Academy. 

 

The Petition.  Petitioners to the Training Academy will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance into the Training Academy will be based on factors such as dedication to the leather/BDSM lifestyle, a predilection to serve, and the ability to follow directions in a timely manner.  Master Jim may require an interview, either in person or by telephone, before a petition is accepted.  Please note that registration for Leatherfest XI is required in order to attend the Training Academy.

 

If you are currently in a Daddy/boy/girl, Dominant/submissive,  Master/Mistress/slave, or other D/s type relationship, your dominant must sign the petition granting approval for your participation in the Training Academy.  Any restrictions your Dominant may have on your activities must be detailed on a separate sheet of paper and must accompany your petition.

 

Fees.  Since all participants will be registered for LeatherfestXl, the only other fees associated with the Training Academy will be an additional $30.00 to cover the cost of 4 meals. These meals (two breakfast and two lunches) will be provided during the Training Academy. Having the meals served to all the Academy trainees and faculty will help facilitate the intensive experience that is to occur during the Training Academy. All those that register must eat breakfast and lunch together for the two days of the Academy. This fee is not negotiable. This additional fee should be included in the Leatherfest Registration packet. Petitions must be accompanied by all fees for the Training Academy and LeatherFestXI and be mailed to: The boys’ and girls’ Training Academy, PO Box 3092 San Diego CA 92163-3092  Attendance at the Training Academy is limited to 40. 

 

Dress and Behavior Standards.  Standards for personal behavior will be strictly enforced during the weekend.  These standards include:

 

1.                Timeliness

a.      All schedules will be followed.

b.      Tardiness will not be tolerated.

 

2.                Courtesy

a.      Ask permission to speak by raising a hand.

b.      Address all instructors as “Sir” or “Ma’am” unless otherwise directed.

c.      Request permission to leave a seminar for any reason.

d.      Be respectful of others participating, whether as students or instructors.

 

3.                Dress requirements

a.      The recommended uniform is jeans, jean or leather shorts, or basic black skirt, with a t-shirt.

b.      T-shirts should be plain white or black.  T-shirts with leather event/leather bar logos are acceptable.

c.      No tennis shoes; black boots recommended.

d.      No khaki, spandex, or “business attire.”

 

4.                Infractions of the standards will be dealt with by Master Jim, Headmaster of the Training Academy.  All decisions are final and may not be appealed.

 

Advance Reading.  Prior to attending the Training Academy, students will be expected to have completed a reading and writing assignment that will be mailed or emailed upon acceptance to the Training Academy.

 

The High Leather Dinner. More information on the High Leather Dinner will be supplied soon.

 

Questions.  All questions regarding the Training Academy should be addressed to Master Jim at mstr_jm@hotmail.com

 


Petition:  The boys’ and girls’ Training Academy

August 30-31, 2001

Palm Springs, California

 

 

Name (legal):   _________________________________________________________________

 

Preferred name for name tag:  ____________________________________________________

 

Date of birth (petitioners under 25 must include proof of age:   _________________________

 

Address:         ____________________________________________________________

                        ____________________________________________________________

 

Email:             ____________________________________________________________

 

Telephone:     ____________________________________________________________

 

How do you identify (check all that apply):

 

Sexual orientation:      gay___    lesbian___   queer___   bisexual___   heterosexual___

 

SM or D/s orientation:   bottom___   submissive___   boy(i)___  girl___  slave___   not sure___

           

 

Gender:   male___   female___   transgendered/transsexual:   m to f___   f to m___

 

Leather History (attach additional sheets as needed):

 

Length of time in the leather/BDSM lifestyle?  

Less than 1 year___   1-2 years___  3-5 years___   6 years or more___

 

Would you describe yourself as:   novice___   intermediate___   experienced___

 

Have you ever had a:   Daddy___    Dominant___   Master/Mistress___

If yes, when and for how long:   _____________________________________________

 

List memberships in leather or BDSM organizations:   ___________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

 

List any leather events or conferences you have attended:   ________________________

________________________________________________________________________

 

List any books or articles on leather, D/s, or BDSM that you have read:   _____________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________


 

Why do you consider yourself a girl, boy/boi, submissive or slave?   ____________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

 

What do you hope to gain from the Training Academy?   __________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

 

I am at least 21 years of age.  PHOTO IDENTIFICATION WIL BE REQUIRED AT REGISTRATION.

 

Petitioner’s signature:   ___________________________________________________

 

Daddy/Dominant/Master/Mistress signature (if applicable):   _________________________________________________

 

Date:   ________________________

 

Return petition to The Training Academy, PO Box 3092 San Diego CA 92163-3092

 

Office use only: 

Date received   ___________   Date of interview   ______________  

Date accepted/rejected   _____________   Fees received   Y     N

 

 

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