You have solid skills at floor-based tying. You want to understand more about what’s important for secure suspendable structures.
In this workshop, we will learn what kind of basic structures form most suspendable harnesses (wraps, stems, cinches) and the basic frictions used for them (munter hitch variations, X-friction, L-friction, half-moon).
We will learn about placing different body parts into harnesses (anatomy) and rope tension for different kinds of bodies. The goal is to have a deeper understanding of the pattern we tie and to give you tools for building your own structures.
Note that the space does not have suspension possibilities.
Event Details
Date & Time: May 1st, 2022, 12 pm – 5 pm
Format: Workshop
Audience: LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS
Language: English
Minimum requirements:
· Solid understanding of the fundamentals for the floor (single and double column ties, ladder, half hitch, munter hitch).
· Understanding of own and partner’s limits and capability to make informed, negotiated decisions.
· No physical requirements for participants.
· Exercises are done in pairs, please find a partner in advance. There will not be possibilities for switching during exercises, but there’s content that both can practice at the same time.
What to Bring: 3-5 ropes depending on the size of the body you are tying, a way to take notes, a blanket, water bottle, snacks. (Got no ropes? Message us, we can sell you some)
Solo or Partnered: both, everyone needs a ticket
What we teach/offer
· Building blocks and frictions for suspendable harnesses
· Bodies in suspendable structures
· Tension
· Suspension safety
Safety Concept & Regulation
Please consult our safety concept and regulations for this event here.
Who is this event for?
LGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity, meaning: lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer/fluid,
Friends describes people of any and all kinds of gender and sexual identities who are aware and respectful of the necessity, needs, and boundaries of a queer safe(r) space and its marginalized community.
When you consider yourself a friend you show acknowledgement to and are respectful of everyone’s self-expression and do not assume, presume or project non-consensual ideas onto others. You actively request and use people’s chosen pronouns. You remain mindful of the fact that Karada House is first and foremost a space for queer people that you are also invited to attend. You have a genuine concern for the well-being of LGBTQIA+ people and remain in awareness of heterosexual and gender straight privileges.
Friends don’t have to be perfect. None of us are. We request that we all pro-actively work and strive to be good friends and allies to marginalized people.
What else to know?
Solidarity tickets are reduced-price tickets for people who cannot afford the full price. If the soli price is still to high for you, please message us at info@karada-house.de
Photo: Sawa
