Blog : Sanctuary Rules

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6/4/2006 7:57 am

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Sanctuary Rules

1. Use of alcoholic beverages or drugs will not be tolerated. If a Showroom Monitor or Staff Member suspects that you are under the influence, you MAY be asked not to play, If you are unsteady or obnoxious most likely you will be asked to leave the premises.

2. According to Texas Law, no sexual contact or conduct is permitted. I.e. NO penetration or Masturbation. This means no fingers, toys, tongue or penis. This also pertains to NO Masturbation... No Vibrators... That means self or others. I.e. no direct genital stimulation to climax. However the mouth is not classified as a sexual organ so this means fingers, toys and tongue into a mouth is ok. Also manipulation of the genitals to create pain is acceptable. I.e. Pulling, twisting, slapping, stepping on, tying, pinching, applying clamps or clothes pins, etc. Showroom Monitors hate having to make judgment calls on play, they are there mainly for safety... but they will... and you may not like their decision.

3. No water sports, breath play, or scat due to risk & biohazard. Piercing & cutting scenes will be permitted provided you discuss this with a Showroom Monitor before hand and provide for safe disposal of your own bio-hazardous waste (needles, etc.) and the body area is covered at the end of the scene to avoid contamination of the furniture.

4. The house safe word is "RED". No one will be forced into any situation they are not comfortable with. The choice is always yours. When this word is used / called out and not honored - everyone - has the right/responsibility to step in and offer his/her assistance. First look for a Showroom Monitor or Staff Member, but don't delay, ask the Dom if they heard the safe word called.

5. If you are going to have a scene that involves heavy sessions or situations that others may question safety, discuss you plans with the Showroom Monitor before hand. This way, the Showroom Monitor can answer questions and not have to interrupt the scene.

6. Be courteous of people around you. Remember your protocol as it applies to collars. I.e. get permission from the owner before talking to a collared slave. If your partner starts to screeching while playing (very loud) it may bother others, please consider using a gag.

7. Pay attention to play space. Don't start a scene to close to another. If you are scening in tight quarters, use equipment that will not infringe on other's space. If you are viewing a scene keep a respectful distance verbally and physically.

8. You are expected to clean up the area and any Sanctuary equipment used once you are finished scening. Return any Sanctuary equipment to their proper place. Wipe down the surfaces with the simple green spray provided and pick up any debris, such as discarded clothespins, wax, rope cuttings, etc. and dispose of properly.

9. Private room(s) have a one (1) hour limit.

10. Personal conflicts should be resolved in private. Please resolve your issues or arguments outside of Sanctuary facility.

11. Respect the Showroom Monitors or Staff Members ruling at the scene. If you feel you have been wrongly challenged, the Showroom Monitor's decision can be appealed to the Senior Showroom Monitor whose decision is final.

NON-PARTICIPANT RULES OF ETIQUETTE

1. You must be of legal age to be allowed into Sanctuary.

2. No drugs or alcoholic beverages are permitted at Sanctuary. If a Showroom Monitor or Staff Member suspects that you are under the influence, you MAY be asked not to scene in but most likely you will be asked to leave the premises.

3. Showings are private. NO cameras, camcorders, cell phones or camera cell phones are permitted.

4. Clean up after yourself. Everyone should at the very minimum pick up after themselves and preferably volunteer 10-15 minutes for general space cleanup before they leave.

5. No Genital nudity outside the Showroom. I.e. The genitals are to be covered in the social area. You must be appropriately attired when leaving the building.

6. The smoking and social areas are NOT scene spaces. If you are going to engage in spanking or any similar activity, take it into the dungeon.

7. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only (remember, no nudity or scenes outside the dungeon).

8. Do not interrupt a scene. This means do not stand too close, do not talk or make comments, do not examine equipment laid out for use, and do not ask questions. After the scene is over (including the cool down and de-orbiting of the submissive), then you can ask questions or make comments.

9. Do not touch, take or use another person's equipment (human or otherwise) without their permission.

10. If you are concerned about someone's safety, get a Showroom Monitor or Staff Member and express your concerns. The exception is when you hear the safe word "RED" used and it is not being honored.

11. Do not assume that if a person is submissive to someone that they are submissive to everyone. Remember your protocol as it applies to collars. I.e. get permission from the owner before talking to a collared submissive/slave. It is ok to ask someone it they wish to scene then negotiate a scene... but if they decline, accept it and let it end there.

12. Confidentiality is to be maintained. You are not to disclose a person's identity or personal information in or out of the dungeon.

13. Help keep the facility, social area and smoking area clean. If you spill something, clean it up. Food is NOT allowed in the front or back showroom. Drinks are acceptable but MUST be in a capped container. Remember someone has to clean it up.

14. If you are uncomfortable with the scene you have chosen to view or uncomfortable in general at The Sanctuary For Lifestyle Arts, please LEAVE.

15. If anything is in question or does not seem right, ask a Showroom Monitor or Staff Member.


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