EVENT 03 · MARCH · 21+
Trust Tournament
Team-based educational challenges show how communication, reliability and mutually agreed cues can build bonds in pet-play and ordinary relationships.
Hosted by Trust the TigerDirector of Trust & Training
Cooperative training, positive reinforcement, trust and bonding
A welcoming orientation, practical examples from vetted educators or qualified community presenters, short guided exercises, a themed signature activity and time to meet other attendees. Observers and people choosing non-contact activities are welcome.
Ways to attend: General attendee, workshop participant, or competitor/exhibitor/artist, where the activity permits. Observing and non-contact options are welcome.
What you'll learn.
Guided content is planned for qualified educators and community presenters.
- Design clear voluntary cues and rewards
- Practice supportive feedback and adaptable cooperative routines
- Distinguish healthy trust-building from coercion or forced vulnerability
Learn it. Watch it. Try it.
These are proposed activities, subject to instructor, venue and safety approval.
- Positive-reinforcement and cue-setting demonstration
- Trust and teamwork exercises with non-contact options
- Skill-building stations for beginner, intermediate and experienced levels
Trust Tournament Pet-and-Handler Challenge
Consenting teams rotate through communication, cooperation, adaptability, and reflection rounds; no submission or forced obedience is evaluated.
Read the eligibility and activity rules before applying. Applications require confirmation.
Participation detailsParticipation rules.
Applies to the signature experience; final terms will be published before registration.
- Register as a duo or request an opt-in cooperative partner
- Choose a skill level after orientation; staff may recommend a safer alternative
- No blindfolding, forced vulnerability, restraint, humiliation or unwanted physical contact
- A team may repeat a cue or adapt a task after notifying the referee
- Judges score clarity (25%), cooperation (25%), positive reinforcement (20%), adaptability (15%), and teamwork (15%)
Preparation requirements.
- Choose two or three simple cooperative cues; wear movement-friendly attire
- Plan accessible activities and an opt-out signal with your teammate
Everyone must bring a valid ID, ticket confirmation when available, and only organizer-approved props or materials.
How registration works.
To attend: purchase or reserve general admission when published, review the 21+ and venue policies, choose your learning sessions and check in with a valid ID. To enter the signature experience: follow the event-specific application or opt-in instructions, meet entry deadlines, complete required safety and consent orientation and obtain an entry confirmation. Walk-in opportunities depend on capacity and staff approval.
How participation is recognized.
Observable cooperation and respect rather than claims about the depth of relationships.
Attending members may qualify for a unique Event Achievement after verified attendance. A winner distinction is only available if this event formally offers and verifies a competitive award. Exhibitions, guided exchanges and auctions do not automatically have winners.
Sample event schedule.
Timing is a template, not a confirmed date or venue schedule. Presenter availability, accessibility needs and safety reviews may change session timing.
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 7:00–7:30 | Doors, orientation, exhibits and informal social time |
| 7:30–8:00 | Topic introduction and educator presentation |
| 8:00–8:30 | Live how-to demonstration |
| 8:30–9:15 | Interactive workshops and learning stations |
| 9:15–10:15 | Trust Tournament Pet-and-Handler Challenge |
| 10:15–10:45 | Panel, debrief and Q&A |
| 10:45–11:00 | Networking, closing and checkout |
Actual hours, room assignments and presenter availability will be confirmed by the organizer.
Consent, privacy and safety matter.
All guests are 21+, participation is optional, and stop signals and staff instructions take priority. Unapproved filming, unwanted contact or coercion are prohibited.