HMU Academy: Intro to High Protocol (for Power Play)

Tue Jun 16 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-04:00

120 Walker St floor 5 | New York

Hit Me Up
Publisher/HostHit Me Up
HMU Academy: Intro to High Protocol (for Power Play) If you gravitate toward power dynamics and rules/structure/formality, explore High Protocol in this 101 class!
About this Event

This Hit Me Up event is open to the public, 21+.


About the Class

If you gravitate toward power dynamics and if any (or many) of these words excite you, you should consider exploring High Protocol.

  • Formality. Structure. Rules. Discipline. Protocols. Procedure. Mindfulness. Training. Inspection. Pomp and Circumstance.
  • Cigar social. Auctions. Tea service. Formal dinner party.
  • Training of O. Venus in Furs. Eyes Wide Shut. The Marketplace Series. Exit to Eden.


In this class, we'll discuss:

  • What are protocols vs rules
  • What is High Protocol
  • Who is best suited for High Protocol
  • Some standard High Protocols to get started now – solo, with a partner, or at events
  • What High Protocol parties can look like
  • How you can create your own High Protocol event

Plus there will be two parts of the class -- near the beginning and intermission -- where you'll get to meet and interact with other people interested in High Protocol!



About Your Instructor

Knotasha (she/her) is a s*x educator and fet!sh model who has been actively in the k*nk scene for over a decade. She has taught and co-taught at venues and k*nky conventions such as HitMeUp Academy, K*nk dot com, Soho House, Westcoast Bound, KinkFest, Thunder in the Mountains, and DomCon. Knotasha loves showcasing the nuance and spectrum of k*nks so you realize you're not alone in your desires. Knotasha also loves providing plenty of tools and tips so you can find what works for you and explore at your own pace. IG / X: KnotashaNYC



FAQs

FAQ: what should I bring?

A notebook and a pen/pencil.

FAQ: any skill pre-requisites? (i.e., is this for beginners, advanced, everyone?)

This class offers something for everyone.

FAQ: what should I wear?

Streetwear

FAQ: can I attend solo, or do I need to come with a partner?

Come solo, with a friend, or with partner(s)! We hope you meet new High Protocol friends in this class.



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✨Location: 120 Walker St in Lower Manhattan. The space has an elevator. Please email [email protected] if you need any accessibility accommodations.

✨Full vaccination is required. While we recommend getting the booster shots, we are not verifying them at this time.

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Event Venue

120 Walker St floor 5, 120 Walker Street, New York, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 42.10

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