What makes a harness… a harness? This class introduces modular thinking. Learn about structural components like stems, wraps, frictions, and cinches, and apply them to simple ties. You’ll build on your understanding of how and why harnesses are constructed, not just how they look. Rope Fundamentals Start here if you’re new to rope, want a...
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Let’s not get too serious with this suspension stuff. This class is playful. It’s annoying, it’s painful. It’s full of “fuck you”s, but in a loving way. We will practice predicament shapes, where something always sucks, but you get to choose how. We’ll play some rope games to make things fun. This is an evening...
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Rope Hangout: Brats & Bullies
A rope hangout is a welcoming, peer-to-peer space where we research rope together, connect, and explore in a relaxed, pressure-free atmosphere, no matter your experience level. All forms of rope bondage (Japanese inspired shibari/kinbaku, western style bondage, decorative macrame...) are warmly invited. Whether you feel like tying or simply being present, you’re welcome here. Enjoy...
Japanese inspired rope bondage or shibari comes in many different styles, both in Japan and outside. This class is your introduction into understanding the key differences of styles like Akechi , Naka, or Yukimura Ryu. We will also continue exploring modular thinking by learning what happens after the basic blueprint. Rope Structures Take your fundamentals...
In-House
Queer Rope Jam
It's queer rope jam time, babes! Once in a while you gotta do ropey stuff amongst other queers and just enjoy yourself. No posing, no being cool or extra good at doing ropey things needed. Come as you are, exhale and enjoy yourselves. What is a rope jam? Rope jams is an open space format....
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Rope Lab: Troubleshooting
This is our experimental shibari playground for all skill levels. Each month explores a new topic — from shame and semenawa to performance, advanced movement, or creating chaotic harnesses. This is our space for exploring the more expressive, playful, connective, and artistic sides of shibari. Open to all levels with foundational knowledge. Bring your curiosity,...
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Rope Structures: Hip Harnesses
Support starts at the center. Learn practical and beautiful hip harnesses including Ceci’s simple hip harness and the iconic, minimalistic Naka panties. Tie yourself or with others in this class offering adaptations for different body shapes and identities. Rope Structures Take your fundamentals and start building stronger, more supportive structures. We explore specific harness types,...
Ditch the blueprints and get creative! This class invites you to experiment with pace, rhythm, mood, and spontaneity. We’ll explore improvisation techniques, play with one-rope ties, and get inspired by wrapping, unwrapping, and re-wrapping bodies in intuitive ways. Rope Fundamentals Start here if you’re new to rope, want a solid foundation of shibari skills, or...
In-House
Rope Hangout: Music
A rope hangout is a welcoming, peer-to-peer space where we research rope together, connect, and explore in a relaxed, pressure-free atmosphere, no matter your experience level. All forms of rope bondage (Japanese inspired shibari/kinbaku, western style bondage, decorative macrame...) are warmly invited. Whether you feel like tying or simply being present, you’re welcome here. Enjoy...
Things are about to get deep. In this class we will explore shapes that create exposure and are meant to be enjoyed slowly like a fine wine. These shapes can be challenging, but also easy to get out of if it all gets too much. The vertical positions of the M-shape and Kata-Ashi leave the...
In-House
Queer Rope Jam
It's queer rope jam time, babes! Once in a while you gotta do ropey stuff amongst other queers and just enjoy yourself. No posing, no being cool or extra good at doing ropey things needed. Come as you are, exhale and enjoy yourselves. What is a rope jam? Rope jams is an open space format....
In-House
Rope Lab: Three Dimensional Rope
This is our experimental shibari playground for all skill levels. Each month explores a new topic — from shame and semenawa to performance, advanced movement, or creating chaotic harnesses. This is our space for exploring the more expressive, playful, connective, and artistic sides of shibari. Open to all levels with foundational knowledge. Bring your curiosity,...