What is the Kink Scene in Texas?
If you read our recent article on The Kink Scene in Colorado, I’m sure you’re curious about our other home state- Texas! The Kink scene in Texas is just as vibrant as that in Colorado! Respark is a part of the kink scene, as we offer kink therapy in Texas! Like CO, Texas has a mix of educational and pleasurable/ fun activities within its kink scene. This blog can serve as your intro to the wonderful kink scene here in our second home!
Educational Groups
Below I have included some resources from a wonderful guide to kink in Austin, check it out if you want to find more: (therepubliq)
GULP
“GULP Brotherhood is a Texas nonprofit fraternal organization of male self-identified individuals and allies, interested in advancing education about safer sexual practices and well-being, focused on communication and understanding of consent, avoidance of risky behavior, and awareness and avoidance of the use of illicit substances.”
The Foundry ATX
“A local Austin-based group that at its core promotes individuality, self-expression in a judgment-free zone. Melting barriers, obstacles, and challenges to make Austin a community of acceptance where each individual’s sexuality/fetish/kink is celebrated.”
If you want to supplement your sex education you can also reach out to us at Respark! We offer sex education as a part of our specialization in kink therapy. At Respark, “we are a talk therapy practice that is inclusive and affirming of all orientations, lifestyles, beliefs, and relationship styles.” (respark) In this sense, we can help you with any questions you may have about the kink, BDSM, or any aspect of the kink scene!
Activities In the Kink Scene
Along with educational opportunities, there are also a lot of great activities that occur in Texas’s kink scene! For these events, I found another great resource: (austins naughty list ) I’ve listed some of the clubs and kink spaces below for your viewing pleasure! If you’re interested in looking at more spaces, check out the list!
Shrine
“Shrine is dedicated to providing Austin and the surrounding areas a sex positive Fetish and Kink oriented space that blends a dungeon and club-like atmosphere. Managed by a few different BDSM/kink organizations in Austin, Shrine is held one Sunday a month at Colette’s Austin locale.”
Austin Dungeon
“Austin Dungeon is run by Austin’s own Mercenary Mistress. 10 mins from Downtown ATX, Austin Dungeon is 1200 square feet of safe and clean indoor space, includes gear suitable for any scene, and one-of-a-kind BDSM furniture. There is even a full kitchen, on-site laundry, and shower.”
As always, if you want to supplement your nightlife activities with some professional advice, or even just a safe space to talk about the fun things you’ve experienced in a kink space, we at Respark are here!