The Denver Leathermen’s Forum (DLF) is an education and discussion group founded in January of 2023, in collaboration with the Denver Eagle. We are a community-led organization, and our vision is to bring together men in Denver interested in fetish, kink, BDSM, and leather for a healthy exchange of ideas and skills.
The forum meets 6:30-8:30pm on the first Thursday of each month at The Denver Eagle.
Questions and comments can be directed to forum@rockymountainleather.org.
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October, 2024
Denver Leathermen’s Forum + Mile High Fisters
Whether you’re a seasoned FF player or just curious, come to this program for a discussion and class on everything you need to know to “play handball”!
Thursday, October 3, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
September, 2024
LEATHER: BEING BETTER TOGETHER
Doc Latto (she/her)
Doc is a cisgender heterosexual biracial Leatherwoman. She is constantly striving to strengthen the local community. She is preparing to run for Rocky Mountain Person of Leather at HECK (High Elevation Colorado Kink).
This meeting will be a dialogue about the opportunities and realities of the local gay and pansexual leather scenes.
Thursday, September 5, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
August, 2024
ROPE JAM
Our program this month will be a rope workshop, followed by open practice time.
We’ll discuss some basic safety principles and then walk through a few ties you can do. Bring your own rope, or you can borrow ours!
Thursday, August 1, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
July, 2024
SUMMER GEAR SWAP
DLF and The Denver Eagle are facilitating a flea-market style gear exchange.
This is an opportunity to bring and sell gear that you’ve outgrown, and pick up new items secondhand.
Note this event is happening on Friday, rather than our typical Thursday, due to the holiday.
Friday, July 5, 2024, 7:00pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
June, 2024
LEATHERBOY JAMBOREE
This special edition of the Denver Leathermen’s Forum kicks off the 2024 Western boy Run, hosted by the Denver boys of Leather.
We’ll be holding several friendly competitions for the visiting leatherboys and whoever else wants to participate. Who knows – you might have what it takes to be America’s Next Top bottom!
Thursday, June 6, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
May, 2024
An Evening with Marcus Barela
International Mister Leather 2023
Marcus Barela, IML 45, hails from Los Angeles, and is an ambassador for the throngs of fetish, kink, Leather, and queer enthusiasts who call the Eagle their home.
To kick off Colorado Leather Pride weekend, join Marcus and the Denver Leathermen’s Forum for a discussion about his leather and titleholding journey.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
April, 2024
Throw Like a Pro
Impact Play for the Aspiring Top
Presented by Angelus
This is a skills presentation focusing on impact play skills for people who want to learn how to beat each other safely.
Angeles impact play experience ranges from mild, introductory play to heavier, intense S&M. He also is passionate about creative implements.
Thursday, April 4, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
March, 2024
Kink Show-and-tell
This meeting is focused on skill-sharing and demonstrations.
It is important that kink education is not just theoretical. This meeting will be for folks to show off skills and interests, and engage in dialogue about techniques and play styles.
Bring your favorite BDSM and kink toys and show them off!
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80204
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February, 2024
Leather Event Forum
Leather culture exists in many places. From the bedroom, the bars, and the dungeons, all the way to international competitions and street festivals.
During this forum, we will discuss the locations we engage with kink and fetish, share information about nearby and faraway events, and idealize about what spaces we want to foster here in Colorado.
Thursday, February 1, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
January, 2024
Dom/sub Roundtable
Join us for a roundtable on the ins-and-outs of the delicate dance of Dominance and submission.
This will be a space dedicated to exploring power-exchange as a relationship and play style, and what it looks like for each individual person.
Thursday, January 4, 2024, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
December, 2023
Holiday Gear Swap
Got fetish gear that doesn’t fit anymore? Looking to barter for some new toys?
On December 7th, come to the Denver Eagle for a gear swap. Refresh your fetish wardrobe, find new toys, and enjoy the holiday season with other kinky leathermen!
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
November, 2023
Defining Your Play Style with Daniel B.
So you’ve learned how to throw a flogger or tie a knot— but how do you take those skills from theory to practice?
Join us for a presentation and discussion on defining your personal style for kink, fetish, and BDSM play.
Thursday, November 2, 2023, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
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October, 2023
Rough Body Play with Angelus
Playing rough doesn’t need to include floggers, whips, or other toys. During this meeting, Angelus will cover what you need to know to play rough using your body. Come learn how to beat the ones you love safely and effectively! Thursday, October 5, 2023. 6:30 pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver. CO 80204
September, 2023
The organizers were out of town so there was no class this month.
August, 2023
The Denver Leathermen’s Forum in collaboration with ONYX Southwest presents:
Leathermen of Color Panel
ONYX is a fraternal organization for gay and bisexual men of color. This month, join us for a panel on how and why ONYX was formed, its mission, the importance of BIPOC representation, and what it means to be a Black Leatherman.
Thursday, August 3, 2023, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
July, 2023
The Denver Leathermen’s Forum Presents:
Summer Meet-and-Greet
Celebrate the middle of the year with a leather social, hosted by the Denver Leathermen’s Forum.
Anybody interested in leather, kink, and BDSM is welcome. Gear is encouraged, but not required.
Thursday, July 6, 2023, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
June, 2023
The Denver Leathermen’s Forum Presents:
Violet Wand Electro with boy Scotty
Come to the June edition of the Denver Leathermen’s Forum for a presentation on Violet Wand Electro Play.
boy Scotty, from Phoenix, teaches a one-of-a-kind interactive class on violet wand equipment and techniques that’ll leave you hungry for more!
Thursday, June 1, 2023, 6:30pm
The Denver Eagle
5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
May, 2023
Topic: “Impact Play” with Kilted Patrick
Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:30-8:30pm
Denver Eagle, 5110 W. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
April, 2023
Topic: “Bootblacking” with Bootblack Angelus
Thursday, April 6, 2023, 6:30-8:30pm
Denver Eagle, 5110 W. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
March, 2023
Topic: “Rope Bondage” with Tyger Yoshi and Jeff Mills
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 6:30-8:30pm
Denver Eagle, 5110 W. Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
February, 2023
Topic: “What Does Leather Mean To You?”
Thursday, February 2, 2023, 6:30-8:30pm
Denver Eagle, 5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
Denver Leathermen’s Forum meetup.
January, 2023
Kickoff Social
Thursday, January 5, 2023, 6:30-8:30pm
Denver Eagle, 5110 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204
Join the inaugural meeting of the Denver Leathermen’s Forum for a kickoff social. This meet-and-greet marks the beginning of our new education and discussion group.
Food will be provided. Gear is encouraged but not required.
Any experience level is welcome to attend— from folks curious about kink to the most seasoned leathermen. This event is 21+ and intended for gay men.
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Diversity, equality, and inclusion are paramount to the Denver Leathermen’s Forum. Transphobia, racism, and other forms of discrimination will not be tolerated.
