The Takate Kote, short just TK, and its variations is one of the most tied structured patterns in the rope world. No matter if hands in the front or in the back, if you tie a stemless TK or one with a stem, whether you have Kannukis or not, the TK is for sure a tie that has led to countless arguments amongst those who tie it regularly as well as against those who refuse to tie it for this or that reason.
A standout quality of the TK is the fact that it is comprised of basically all fundamental techniques used in Shibari. Learning the TK isn’t limited to just learning a pattern but rather it allows to comprehend most of what is needed to tie with each other, from proper tensions and placements, all kinds of frictions and hitches, as well as basic anatomy and rope handling.
We will not only demystify the Takate Kote but we will also look into the intricacies of it. We will work on it from the ground up and participants will get a picture as complete as possible about the advantages and disadvantages of various TK’s. What is it for, when can we use which and what are the compatibilities and incompatibilities between different variations of the TK.
– Myths and monsters – why it’s not the TK’s fault if it’s boring or unsafe.
– Principles of the TK – actually grounded in physics and not in tradition.
– Complete structure of a TK
– Variations with hands low or high
– Variations of the so-called “3rd rope”
– Attachment points for suspensions and variations to support more up-line points.
Note:
This hybrid class can be visited via zoom AND in person. The in-person class is located at Studio Allegory in Vancouver, Canada. The class will be recorded and in-person participants will be shown how to avoid being in the recording if they choose to not be in the recording. All participants (online and in-person) will get access to the recording of the class for 30 days after the end of the class. Please be aware that an online ticket is not valid for an in-person participation. The online part is hosted by Karada House, the in-person part is hosted by Studio Allegory.
Date & Time: July 27th & August 3rd 2025, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time)
Format: tie-along workshop (hybrid)
Audience: LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS
Language: English
Minimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie plus a basic understanding of frictions and hitches (half- and munter hitches).
What to Bring: if you want to tie along you need ropes, safety gear, space, a partner and skills for thorough negotiation. This is a “tie-along” class. During demonstrations, participants are encouraged to tie along if they choose to. Switching is encouraged between exercises
Solo or Partnered: both (each participant needs a ticket)
Class recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 30 days
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 describe 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 acknowledgment 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 proactively work and strive to be good friends and allies to marginalized people.
The workshop and discussion are held in spoken English with automated captions in English which are provided by Zoom. Communication within the class can be had via chat but also people can come on mic and speak. If you participate in this workshop and need more assistance, i.e. someone reading out the chat, etc, please message us at info@karada-house.de beforehand.
Before purchasing a solidarity ticket, please check here if you are eligible for one.
