FEB

HOW Not WHAT

1:45 pm – 3:45 pm CET · LGBTQIA+ & Womên

VIRTUAL

Quick Info

When:: 11. February 2026, 1:45 pm – 3:45 pm CET
Format:: workshop
Who can join:: LGBTQIA+ & Womên
Constellation:: solo, paired, groups - all constellations welcome
Minimum knowledge:: People tying: must be confident in tying single column ties, munter hitches, half hitches and a variety of lock offs. This is a floor based workshop, but participants can be seated on chairs if preferrable. Pre negotiation with your tying partner of limits and needs is expected. People being tied: must have knowledge of the difference between nerve impingement and circulation loss and be able to communicate this clearly. This is a floor based workshop, but participants can be seated on chairs if preferrable. Pre negotiation with your tying partner of limits and needs is expected.
What to bring:: Please bring a minimum of 5 x 8m lengths of rope suitable for tying. Rope with whipped ends or micro thistle knots is preferrable. Safety Cutting Tool (EMT shears, rescue hook or similar). Comfortable clothing Any food or drink you might need. Pen and paper if desired for note taking.
Recording:: This session will be recorded (only the facilitator, not the participants) and is available for ticket holders for 30 days after the event.
Questions:: Message us via info@karada-house.de
Add to calendar:: Google Calendar / iCal / .ics file

Tickets

If you cannot afford this event, please check the ticket option "solidarity" for reduced ticket prices. If that is still too much or they are out of stock, feel free to send us a message via info@karada-house.de.

This workshop will look at how we connect with our partners when we tie. The best rope scenes aren’t usually WHAT we tie but HOW we tie it. It is easy when tying to get lost in a pattern or a plan we have in mind and forget to make it engaging for the person in the rope. This workshop delves into our rhythm, breathing, rope handling, physical contact and metaphorical punctuation when we tie and how we can use these aspects to create different headspaces.

Facilitator

Genks (she/they)

Genks has been part of the Edinburgh rope scene for well over a decade. She is a switch, but primarily a rigger. Genks ties with an eye for detail, creativity, asymmetry and making a big ol’ mess in ropes. She enjoys creating catharsis in scenes (in whatever flavour that comes). Their teaching style aims to encourage playfulness, fun and aesthetics rooted in organic shapes.

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Hanimal (she/they)

Hanimal, also part of the Edinburgh scene, has bottomed for rope on and off since 2011 and is currently training up her skills as a rigger. Her rope is playful and curious, blending exploration with a touch of mischief. She loves being contorted into ridiculous shapes and will always look for an opportunity to make it weirder.

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