BDMS is short for the terms Bondage & Discipline, Dominance & Submission, Sadism & Masochism and refers to an array of interconnected erotic and sexual preferences and practices. The limitation of movement, play with power, submission and devotion as well as the passionate experience of pain are basic elements. The different BDSM practices can being used independently of each other, as some prefer, or in certain combinations. People who like pain may not enjoy submission or humiliation games. Some people love bondage, but have no likings for other BDSM practices. As an example, Japanese bondage (Shibari) is often understood as a form of art, independent from other parts of BDSM.

The main requirement for any BDSM play is the self empowered decision by responsible adults to utilize these techniques. SAFE; SANE; CONSENSUAL – that is the foundation of BDSM.

A main focus in BDSM is first of all the quality and the principles of the single practices, not the quantity or the intensity of the exertion. It’s not about daring or enduring a lot, but doing whatever feels good for oneself. The desired intensity is entirely individual and needs to be discovered carefully in play together. This is the reason why communication is such a crucial part of BDSM.