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Seminars

Every event's got to have its seminars :-)

We will be offering a fun selection of seminars during the event. The seminars are open to all our registered guests to attend. There will be a variety of topics being covered, many of which will be updated during the months ahead of the event.

Please check here often for updates and the event schedule for times.

First Timer's Orientation

Convergence Newbie?

This meeting is for all guests that have never attended a Convergence in the past. We will explain how the event flows, what this event is about, how to be an active participant, and how to make the most of the event.

Location: Siena Room
Date and Time 1: Friday September 4th, 8:00 am � 9:00 am
Date and Time 2: Saturday September 5th, 8:00 am � 9:00 am

Casino Games

Learn to be a high roller!

Our casino seminars are a great and non-intimidating way to learn table games amongst friends! The objective of these seminars is to teach our guests how to play and place bids on typical casino games:

  • Texas Hold'Em
  • Craps
  • Black Jack (21)
  • Roulette

You will learn the basics of the games; understanding betting options, and basic strategy. After the instruction, participants will have to opportunity to play using practice chips.

There is a strict 20 attendee limit per seminar. These seminars are open to all packages. Sign up sheets will be located at the Registration desk.

Location: Meet at Hospitality Suite 10 minutes before seminar. Dates & Times:
Texas Hold'em: Friday September 4th, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Craps: Friday September 4th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Black Jack (21): Saturday September 5th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Roulette: Sunday September 6th, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Love & Sex in a Big Fat World

In this engaging and informative seminar, the host will take a broader look at the world of gay men of size. The seminar is designed to be a safe, non-judgemental space to ask questions and examine beliefs.

Discover a whole new way to think about sexuality, relationships, and obesity. Examine how we see ourselves, each other, and topics like:

  • The sexual elements of our attractions & relationships
  • Knowing your type vs. being trapped by a label
  • Where is love in an attraction based on size?
  • Becoming who you really are

Location: Siena Room
Date and Time: Saturday September 5th, 12pm - 2pm

Dan, the host, is a chaser and has been featured on MTV: True Life, the Tyra Banks show, and most recently a German TV documentary talking about the beauty of supersized men.


FatHead

In this seminar, the host will examine some radical new ways to look at who you are, what you eat, and what it means to be healthy. In talking intimately with so many fat men over the years, I�ve noticed some common thinking patterns that seem to ensure the failure of their diets and exercise programs.

  • What if losing weight were an exploration?
  • What if exercise were a way to express yourself?
  • What if cultivating a passion for food could make you healthy?

Location: Siena Room
Date and Time: Sunday September 6th, 2pm - 3:30pm

Dan, the host, is a chaser and has been featured on MTV: True Life, the Tyra Banks show, and most recently a German TV documentary talking about the beauty of supersized men.


ABC Club Round Upsnew!

The round ups are a space for the ABC member clubs to meet and network. If you have ever thought about joining a local club this is the time to see what it is all about. Who knows? maybe after this round of discussions you will find the home away from home you have always been waiting for. It is certainly an excellent way to meet local chubs and chasers.

Supporting your local group is important to keep events like Convergence and other regional conferences going. It�s the best way to step up and help make your community stronger.

Supporting your local group is important to keep events like Convergence and other regional conferences going. It�s the best way to step up and help make your community stronger.

Current, former members, and those interested, are all welcome to attend. You may also attend more than one round up.

ABC: The Next Chapter

A fact-finding discussion of what current ABC members desire for the future of their club. Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am.

Round Ups
Club Time
Girth & Mirth of Arizona 11:30 am
Girth & Mirth of Columbus 12:00 am
Girth & Mirth of the Rockies 12:30 pm
Girth & Mirth Fort Lauderdale 1:00 pm
Girth & Mirth Philadelphia 1:30 pm
Dallas / Ft. Worth Big Men�s Club 2:00 pm
Houston Big Men�s Club 2:30 pm
Girth & Mirth of the Twin Cities 3:00 pm
Girth & Mirth of Southern California 3:30 pm
Girth & Mirth of Washington DC 4:00 pm
Girth & Mirth of Indianapolis 4:30 pm
Girth & Mirth of New York 5:00 pm

Location: Siena Room
Date: Saturday, September 5th

Want to form a club in your area?

Let ABC know! Stop by the ABC table in the vendor hall and talk to an ABC officer for more information.