Founded in 1983, AVATAR is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to education, fellowship and support among gay men interested in "kinky" or BDSM sexual practices. Avatar facilitates the frank exchange of ideas and fantasies in an atmosphere of mutual respect, free of stereotyped images, roles and judgment.

All our events offer a friendly environment for learning about safe, sane, consensual, and fun BDSM. Our programs, demonstrations, play parties and hands-on classes cover everything from basics such as "Bondage 101," to more advanced or "edge" scenes, as well as leather community culture and heritage.