FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SigMa DC?

Established in 1984 SigMa is a nonprofit with a mission to educate, socialize and network in a safe clean environment. Allowing men to explore and practice BDSM, kinks, and fetishes.

Volunteer led and maintained – active members of the DC area DBDM community are education others and maintaining the SigMa DC space.

BDSM Dungeon Parties

All men 18+ are welcome to these open play times!  There is a cover at the door, and once you are in you are free to make use of the space, equipment, toys, refreshments, and snacks.  There are always members of SigMa on duty as Dungeon Monitors to ensure scenes are within our Safe, Sane and Consensual framework.  For details check out our rules page: https://www.sigmadc.org/rules/

Do I have to be a member to attend SigMa events?

You do not! Events are open to the public, but a membership grants you one free entry, and a discount on all subsequent entries. It also gives you the ability to eventually become a Gold Key Member!

Regular Events

Beyond our regular Wednesday Theme Nights and Saturday Dungeon Parties, there are several other regular events that we host:

  • Social on the 1st Saturday – From 7-9 PM on the first Saturday of the month we hold our monthly social! This is great for newbies to get to see the space and interact with the community.
  • SigMa Board Meetings on the 1st Monday – Our monthly board meetings are open to everyone, and we encourage anyone who is interested in helping or learning more about how the club functions to attend!
  • SigMa 101 Classes 2nd Monday (SM) – We host a variety of classes, and they are mostly volunteer driven, so if you have a skill you would like to share – let us know! Additionally, our 101 classes are open to everyone of any gender.
  • Rope Club on the 2nd Saturday of the month – Come out and learn some ropes! Anyone from beginner to expert is welcome!

Membership

Membership is $75 each year, and grants you the following benefits:

  • One free entry
  • A SigMa T-Shirt
  • Reduced cover for Dungeon Parties
  • Reduced cost for bringing a new person to the dungeon! $25 for both the member and the newbie for the night!
  • Ability to serve on the board, and vote in elections.
  • Discounts at some local leather/kink stores.
  • Ability to become a Gold Key Member after 6 months. You can get a key of your own for SigMa, and have 24/7 access to the space. Some additional responsibilities are expected, and you must have the approval of the board.