- NEVER land a blow from any instrument over or on a vital organ
- This rule is mentioned often alongside its counterpart: Never
ask, "did that hurt?" Try it on yourself first and KNOW if it
hurts
- Prepare the body
The skin is one of our most vital organs, take time before each session
where whipping may be involved to prepare a submissive's skin for their
beating. It need not be an intrusive preparation; you can make it part
of the seduction
Preparing the skin well will minimise the damage that occurs. Spanking
from light to increasingly heavy strokes is one commonly used method
- Know where you are hitting
Develop a stance and proper technique. Stand straight but relaxed,
posture is important. Erect posture through each stroke will ensure that
the tips of the whip land in the same place each time
Learn as much about anatomy as you do of your submissive's desires.
Learn what feels good and what is merely a distraction. Learn stance
and stroke techniques and practise on an inanimate object, eg. a pillow,
before you try them on your submissive
A lot of books have been written regarding whipping styles and strokes
and many of the books on the ABIS list have such information
- Know your whip!
By using pillows and practising your strokes you will leave indents
that will help you be able to judge the balance of your whip and how
far each stroke should extend around a submissive's bottom. While
improving your aim this helps when getting used to a new piece of
equipment as well. You also learn what the back-swing of your whip will
be and how far away to place bystanders if any
Using a whip well depends primarily on stance and aim
It pays to check what whips are actually legal in each state; in
Queensland it is still very much illegal to have a whip in your
possession that has more than 12 strands or that has exactly nine
strands and/or knotted ends and/or metal tips
- Never stop watching
This rule simply means: FOCUS! Your submissive deserves your full
attention while she/he is being whipped. Ask bystanders to move back and
not make conversation with you during scenes. A submissive can feel
anger through the end of a whip but more-so can feel inattention
Keep a constant watch on what you are hitting
Know if your submissive likes a "sting-y" or "thud-y" type of
sensation
- Seek expert advice and training for the whips you wish to master
We are all part of a community that is renowned for the wealth of
experience among its members. Most people would be flattered if you
were to ask them to demonstrate their technique. Never be too afraid
to ask