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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251008T190000
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SUMMARY:Architectures of Kinbaku
DESCRIPTION:Kinbaku scenes are built first and foremost around  people. But also around the rope structure as well as the position and last but not least\, the purpose of the scene. \nIf we look at tying from the perspective of how they are constructed and if we acknowledge that everyone has their own view on tying\, their own set of aesthetics\, purposes\, and longings\, we can look at it in a similar way as we would with the different houses and districts of a city.In this workshop series\, we will explore how we can each build our own house by using different materials\, tools\, and techniques for creating rope scenes that are special and unique. \nPart I: The Introduction\nIn this part we will dive into the metaphor of “architectures” in Kinbaku and how to use it. We will also get to know tools\, materials and techniques that come with thinking and working shibari/kinbaku within the frame of this metaphor. \n\nPart II: The Poetics of Space\n\n\n\nLet’s walk through a house (metaphorically!); what can it tell us about our rope scenes? Let’s walk through a city (metaphorically!); what can it tell us about different schools and moods of Shibari/Kinbaku? \n\n\n\nPart III: Who wants to Live in a Townhouse?\n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will explore your own architectural style of Shibari/Kinbaku.
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/architectures-of-kinbaku-2025/
CATEGORIES:shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250421T143225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T110936Z
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SUMMARY:Addie & Barkas: Experimental Kinbaku
DESCRIPTION:For Addie and Barkas experimental kinbaku means exploring ways of tying with each other that don’t rely on cliches of tradition\, sexuality\, or psychology. \nIn this weekend intensive\, we will develop different approaches to Kinbaku by stepping into a dialogue with other forms of interpersonal interaction. We will implement contexts of intimacy\, communication\, power\, art\, movement\, and politics into our practice of tying and experiment with an arrangement of techniques that allows us to learn more and different things about each other. \nThis workshop is following an “all levels” approach\, which means that we encourage practitioners at any stage of their learning to participate. Switching absolutely welcome but for time reasons\, not every exercise can be done by both. \nTopics we will cover in this intensive workshop\n\nPreparations and introduction\nBasic concepts of experimental systems\nContexts of Kinbaku\nTying with each other rather than tying each other. Communication\nThe personal is political. Tying as a statement beyond the private encounter\nLet’s not forget the joy of tying\n\nNote: Participants of this workshop automatically have free entry our performance evening INTIMATE SESSIONS that includes a session with Addie and Barkas. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/experimental-kinbaku/
LOCATION:KARA\, Perleberger Straße 59\, Berlin\, 10559\, Germany
CATEGORIES:shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250907T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250907T173000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250607T110001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T112356Z
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SUMMARY:The Single! The Column! The Tie!
DESCRIPTION:Single column ties are the first structure most people learn\, the starting point to many ties\, the foundation of suspension lines\, one of the most pervasive elements of rope play… yet they are hardly ever the centre of teaching attention. This class approaches single columns from a variety of directions – finger techniques to tie them more efficiently while maintaining balance\, tricks for tying them with gusto and while playing\, tweaks to make them sit or behave in particular ways\, and a plethora of other tips\, tricks\, fun\, and geekery. Back to basics\, with flare!
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/sct/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250906T113000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250606T124250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T113653Z
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SUMMARY:Intimate Session: Addie & Barkas
DESCRIPTION:This series allows rope facilitators to show participants how they approach intimate sessions\, away from modes of teaching or performing. Come and witness an improvised intimate moment amongst people who do rope (pretty well). We will blur the lines of the private and the public\, the curated and the improvised. After the session\, there is time for a little chat\, Q&A and/or just sharing thoughts\, dreams and wishes. \nFormat: intimate session
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/intimate-session-addie-barkas/
CATEGORIES:shibari
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250603T121731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T114412Z
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SUMMARY:Technically A Suspension
DESCRIPTION:This is a class in opposition to the often high pressures and demands of suspension\, where the goal is to find ways to leave the ground without adding complication\, physical strain\, or pretentiousness. Perhaps we get off the ground for a moment\, or a cm\, or partly supported on a body/furniture\, or using a pulley\, or making a rope hammock\, or only if the person in ropes flexes to lift off… it totally counts! This class touches on accessibility topics – what are suspension methods that don’t require hand/grip strength? How can we add extra supports for sore bodies\, or suspend without constricting certain areas? Bring questions and queries\, there will be time to lab out special requests! \nWorkshop partner: Barkas
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/technically-suspension/
CATEGORIES:shibari
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250904T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250904T143000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250606T111140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T115025Z
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SUMMARY:Rope is Political Lunch Talk: Rope + philosophy =
DESCRIPTION:Next year will mark 10 years since Archaeology of Personalities was published. It introduced the concept of “the interview” as a metaphor in rope bondage to a wider audience and is still the only book that discusses rope bondage through the lens of western philosophical tradition. How do we think about rope today\, compared to 10-ish years ago? Let’s talk about rope\, philosophy\, and writing about rope and philosophy now and then. \nOf course you do not have to have read the book to join\, it will still most certainly be of great value! \nFormat: lunch talk
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/rope-philosophy/
CATEGORIES:shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250813T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250509T110606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T120906Z
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SUMMARY:Fuck this Shit – a Guided Dissociation with Ropes
DESCRIPTION:While a lot of thought and energy and practice and so on and so forth can be put into tying\, we are also all facing challenges in our everyday lives that are less and less bearable. Ropes can also be used to forget about all that shit out there\, all the fascism\, the economy\, the obliteration of human rights\, the climate\, and everything else that is bleak. It’s not a failure to just want to stop for just a moment. \nWhat happens at this guided dissociation?\nIn this guided dissociation\, we will be building a palace in our minds and with our ropes. We will meander through gardens and participate in lustful banquets\, we will fly over landscapes and meet with creatures who we might want to engage with or just watch from a distance. \nIn this journey\, narrated and guided by Barkas\, participants are invited to turn their brains off for a couple hours\, take a rope and either on themselves or with someone else\, just escape into a fantastic world.
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/dissociation/
CATEGORIES:shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250727T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250803T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250528T154937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161522Z
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SUMMARY:It’s Not the TK’s Fault if it’s Boring or Unsafe
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 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. \nA 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. \nWe 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. \n  \nPart 1 (July 27th\, 2025\, 7-10pm CET)\n– Myths and monsters – why it’s not the TK’s fault if it’s boring or unsafe.\n– Principles of the TK – actually grounded in physics and not in tradition.\n– Complete structure of a TK \nPart 2 (August 3rd\, 2025\, 7-10pm CET)\n– Variations with hands low or high\n– Variations of the so-called “3rd rope”\n– Attachment points for suspensions and variations to support more up-line points. \nNote:\nThis 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. \n  \nEvent Details\nDate & Time: July 27th & August 3rd 2025\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: tie-along workshop (hybrid) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie plus a basic understanding of frictions and hitches (half- and munter hitches). \nWhat 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 \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 30 days \n  \nWho is this event for?\nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note\nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know\nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one.
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/not-tks-fault/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250702T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250723T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250509T104342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161510Z
UID:10002244-1751482800-1753308000@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Urawaza – and Other Tools for Communication in Ropes
DESCRIPTION:  \nUrawaza (裏技) are the techniques in the back\, the ones that an outside observer barely notices\, those secret tricks. Urawaza applied to Kinbaku in the proper way can have an immense effect on the person in ropes. They are at the intersection between tying skills and communication techniques. They are the reason why it is more important to ask the question how to tie rather than what to tie. \nIn this 3 part workshop series\, Barkas is working with the participants on different tools that help actually grasping this ominous term “communication”. \n  \nPart 1: Introduction (July 2nd\, 2025\, 7-10pm) \nIntroduction to the topic: What is communication (if it’s not exchange of information)? What the hell is an urawaza? How can they help us in rope bondage? \nPart 2: Urawaza (July 16th\, 2025\, 7-10pm) \nCommon Urawaza as shown on some standard ties. “If a TK is boring it’s not the TK’s fault”. \nPart 2: Create your Own (July 23rd\, 2025\, 7-10pm) \nCreate your own Urawaza. A guide towards developing your own style of tying. \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: July 2nd\, 16th & 23rd\, 2025\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Basic understanding of some of the most common patterns and knots in Kinbaku advantageous but not mandatory. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner and skills for thorough negotiation \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/urawaza/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250603T114952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161528Z
UID:10002255-1749033000-1749038400@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:A Shoulder to Tie On
DESCRIPTION:Arms-behind-the-back positions are common in bondage but many people find them difficult to get into or uncomfortable to maintain for a number of reasons: tight shoulders\, rotator cuff issues\, muscle or fat density\, hypermobility\, spine or shoulder alignment\, blood flow\, etc. This class explores two shoulder-friendly techniques for bringing the arms behind the back\, working with the person’s body ergonomics. \nworkshop partner: Barkas \n  \nFormat: workshop \nMinimum knowledge level: single column tie \nparticipants: as many as fit \nWhat to bring: A rope\, may or may not use it \nConstellations: Everything goes \nAccessibility: Class aims to provide tools\, no need to be able to bring arms together
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/a-shoulder-to-tie-on/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250528T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250326T172635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161351Z
UID:10002147-1747249200-1748469600@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Ropes and Sex with Barkas & Addie
DESCRIPTION:  \nBarkas and Addie usually teach with the goal of separating the practice of rope from inherent expectations or assumptions of sexual contact. But that does not mean that they do not practice and enjoy sexual rope as well! \nThis 3-part-workshop-series will focus on rope techniques for sex and ideas on how to sexualize ropes. We will not only look at ways of queering approaches to rope and sex (however you define and practice it) but also engage in a deconstruction of sex\, sexuality\, intimacy\, and eroticism in the context of ropes. \nContent warning: this series is explicit. \n  \nPart I: DECONSTRUCTION\nMay 14th\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart II: ROPE BASICS FOR SEX LIKE EVERYONE IMAGINES SEX\nMay 21st\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart III: QUEERING SEX AND ROPE\nMay 28th\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: May 14th & 21st\, & 28th\, 2025\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie. Basic frictions. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner and skills for thorough negotiation \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/ropes-and-ex/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250430T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250430T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250225T171737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161306Z
UID:10002116-1746039600-1746050400@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Poetics of Rope Bondage
DESCRIPTION:Poetics of rope bondage takes the participants on a journey through the contexts of tying and how we can use them to improve our tying as well as our understanding of tying. In a narrative\, specifically created by Barkas for a new pedagogy of rope\, concepts like aesthetics\, patterns\, suspensions\, and floorwork are deconstructed through exercises that convey ideas rather than recipes. \nContents include: \n– “The city of Kinbaku” and why tourist attractions are distracting\n– Technology vs Science. Why it’s not the pattern’s fault if it’s boring\n– Textbooks vs poetry. Why you’ll never understand your partner. \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: April 30th\, 2025\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English with a lovely Austrian accent \nKnowledge level: single-column tie and basic understanding of some upper body ties \nWhat to bring: ropes if you want to tie along \nSolo or partnered: all constellations welcome\, everyone needs to buy a ticket \nClass recording: yes\, will be available for 14 days to the participants of the conference \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one.
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/poe-tics/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250402T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250416T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20250203T120721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161234Z
UID:10002086-1743620400-1744840800@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Contexts of Kinbaku – a Tour through Styles\, Meanings & Metaphors of Rope Bondage
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this 3 part online series\, Barkas will present important aspects of ropes that go beyond mere rope techniques or a specific style. We will discuss the differences between important styles and schools of rope and their compatibilities and incompatibilities. We will also learn about learning\, teaching\, and sharing rope skills. The goal of this workshop series is to give participants a better overview of the contexts of rope bondage as a tool to help them navigate more confidently through a thicket of opinions and myths. \n  \nPart I: Prologue\nApril 2nd\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn the first part of this 3 part series\, we will explore different styles of rope bondage and measures of distinguishing them. We will discuss compatibilities and incompatibilities. Simple exercises to help find your style \nPart II: Community\, Sharing\, Teaching\nApril 9th\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn this part\, we will work on ways of building and maintaining local communities that deserve the name. Differences between sharing and teaching\, working with conflict\, and navigating differences in rope bondage. \nPart III: Epilogue\nApril 16th\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn this last part\, we will explore the interaction between rope bondage and other fields. How can rope bondage be used to face the world? Intimacies\, connections\, and influences. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: April 2\, 9\, 16\, 2025\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie. Basic frictions. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/contexts-of-kin/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20241220T104940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161148Z
UID:10002039-1741287600-1742508000@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Spatial Awareness for Kinbaku
DESCRIPTION:Rope Bondage exists in space and time. We need to necessarily tie somewhere but this somewhere is not obvious. Every point in space implies a time\, a situation\, as well as an orientation\, which\, in turn implies a direction. \nIn this workshop series we will look at the different spatial and temporal aspects of tying. The questions arising are not as philosophical as they seem. \nThis is a hands-on workshop series with plenty of down-to-earth tips and tricks for tying. We explore what it can mean to tie on the floor\, to tie standing up\, to suspend. We will move around in space and we will see how the session changes when we pick a different direction of the tie. We also check out the advantages of a heightened spatial (and temporal) awareness for technical aspects of rope bondage. All three parts include tips and tricks for rope handling and technique. \n  \nPart 1 (March 6th\, 2025\, 7-10pm CET) \nSpace and Time as a question for the practice of rope bondage. \nMovement and stillness as intentions. \nPart 2 (March 13th\, 2025\, 7-10pm CET) \nThe main situations of rope bondage: sitting\, standing\, flying. \nPart 3 (March 20th\, 2025\, 7-10pm CET) \nTowards a better tying session. Picking the space and the time\, and the reason for tying. \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: March 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 2025\,  7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop & discussion (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie and curiosity. \nWhat to Bring:  ropes\, a partner if you want to tie along \nSolo or Partnered:  all constellations are welcome (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, queer\, intersex\, asexual\, aromantic\, agender. \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/spatial-awareness/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250301T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250301T194500
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20241229T120454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161205Z
UID:10002057-1740851100-1740858300@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Why Security? – A Critical Journey into the Foundations of Intimacy
DESCRIPTION:The discourses that accompany intimacy\, kink\, and sexuality are taking several concepts for granted and mark them as needs\, as these inescapable\, biologized authorities that we are bound to obey. Security/safety is one of those concepts that we are not allowed to question. Everyone needs safety in a kink space and everyone strives for security in relationships\, right? If not\, there must be something wrong. \nThis workshop investigates the concept of safety and security and offers not an escape but the possibility to rethink to what extent these concepts are needed. \nThis event is part of the “Queer Intimacies Conference – Re-Thinking & Queer(ing) Sex\, Kink\, and Intimacies 2025” Conference and can be purchased as a solo event or part of our day or full conference tickets.  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time:  March 1st\, 2025\, 5.45pm – 7.45 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: discussion/workshop/intervention (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum knowledge level: – \nWhat to bring: pen & paper \nClass recording: yes\, the recording will be available for 30 days to the conference participants. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nAfter your successful ticket purchase\, you will be sent an email with the Zoom login data for this event. \nIf 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
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qi25-security/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240830T174032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160923Z
UID:10001889-1736362800-1737583200@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:“Stormy” Tying – Ranboo Style Series
DESCRIPTION:Ranboo\, literally translated means stormy\, overwhelming\, wild. \nAbout 10 years ago\, Barkas developed Ranboo as a way of rejecting a static and often seemingly boring practice of rope bondage. A wild dance while tying with each other is the result.\nRanboo is characterized by a large amplitude of variation of distance\, speed\, and intensity\, paired with an element of surprise. It is not a set of patterns or a “visual goal” but a way of interacting\nwith your partner(s) through rope\, a specific interview type\, if you want. \nIn this 3-parts workshop series\, Barkas and Addie will accompany the participants through the principles\, applications\, and variations of Ranboo\, while keeping a strong focus on safety. \nDisclaimer: The highly dynamic nature of ranboo comes with the potential of greater risk for injuries. We strongly recommend participants watch the series in order and only \npractice exercises from the latter parts if they are proficient in the basic techniques. \n  \nPart I Introduction (January 8\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET) \nIn the introduction\, we will get to know the key terms of ranboo and get familiar with movement and techniques to safely tie in this style. \n  \nPart II Next Level (January 15\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET) \nWe increase the pace and variation of distance and apply the principles learned in Part I to some standard patterns. \n  \nPart III Floor & Air (January 22\, 2025\, 7-10 pm CET) \nRanboo on the floor is challenging due to various aspects. In this part\, we use these challenges to further familiarize participants with the concepts developed in the previous parts but on the floor. Some challenges of ranboo that appear on the floor are similar when we go into suspensions. Other challenges are added. We go through a suspension and see how ranboo affects the way we can tie in the air. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: January 8\, 15\, 22 2025\,  7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop & discussion (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English\, translation into German can be provided \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Active participants\, i.e. those who would like to tie along or try the exercises immediately\, should be able to tie a single/double column tie and have some knowledge about different frictions\, as well as suspension experiences for that corresponding part. None of that is a threshold for participation in general and participants of all levels are welcome.\nWe strongly recommend not to tie along when you are not proficient in the underlying rope techniques. \nWhat to Bring:  ropes (the techniques covered work well for natural fiber rope\, and synthetic will behave differently. This series is not suited to tying with synthetic rope)\, a partner\, suspension point if you want to tie along in Part III \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days. \n  \n  \nWhat else to know \nAfter your successful ticket purchase\, you will be sent an email with the Zoom login data for this event. \nIf 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
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/stormy-ranboo/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240830T174909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160923Z
UID:10001890-1730919600-1731535200@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Critical Thinking and Intimacy – Laboratory
DESCRIPTION:In kink and intimacy education\, we are often confronted with the same disadvantages that any unquestioned pedagogy comes with. A lack of critical thinking is not the fault of the participants but rather the product of normative structures and mechanisms that are similar in many different educational contexts. \nThis two-part workshop focuses on one particular educational tool – the question. We will look at questions from various perspectives and work on establishing not only a toolbox of questions but also a culture of questioning. \nPart 1 (November 6th\, 2024\, 7-10pm CET) \nIntroduction and presentation of a case study. We will look at an exemplary content from kink and intimacy. What is a question? What is critical? What is critical thinking? \nPart 1 (November 13th\, 2024\, 7-10pm CET) \nWe will have a closer look at what questions can do\, what they are\, and how we can work with them in the context of kink- and intimacy education. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: November 6th & 13th 2024\,  7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop & discussion (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: – \nWhat to Bring:  curiosity \nSolo or Partnered:  all constellations welcome (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days. \n  \n  \nWhat else to know \nAfter your successful ticket purchase\, you will be sent an email with the Zoom login data for this event. \nIf 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
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/critical-lab/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240901T193611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160935Z
UID:10001906-1730314800-1730325600@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:What Rope People Can Learn From Climbers
DESCRIPTION:  \nRock-climbing is another practice that deals with ropes\, with weight\, with positions\, with gravity; a practice that has evolved over decades if not centuries and that has the advantage of being supported by technology and public support. Why not looking at that practice and pick up some of its knowledge? In this workshop\, Barkas\, a licensed ACMG* top rope (not rope top) instructor and climbing route setter will be introducing techniques and tools from rock climbing that add not only possibilities for rope bondage but also puts certain topics into context and fact checks some of the myths circulating in the world of rope bondage. \nA special focus will be on techniques and technologies that add to accessibility of suspensions. We will look at some toys from the climbing world that help with safe\, smooth\, and body diverse suspensions. No prior knowledge necessary but basic suspension experience advantageous to gain the most of this workshop. \n*Association of Canadian Mountain Guides \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: October 30th\, 2024\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: No prior knowledge necessary but basic suspension experience advantageous to gain the most of this workshop. \nWhat to Bring:  – \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Valentina
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/rope-climbers/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241002T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240715T113028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160750Z
UID:10001786-1726686000-1727906400@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Intimate Ropes
DESCRIPTION:  \nThere is no doubt that rope can be intensely intimate. But what does that mean? How can we find an understanding of the correlation between rope bondage and intimacy and use it to explore other ways of encountering each other through the medium of rope? In this workshop series\, we will take you on a journey through deconstructing intimacy and ropes and we will offer a possibly new way of approaching each other. \nThis is in interactive workshop. We will ask participants to add their thoughts and experiences\, though\, there is no need to participate in this way.. \n  \nPart I: What is intimacy? What is rope?\nSeptember 18 th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart II: Approaching the other. Setting up rope scenes that allow for more variety and exploration.\nSeptember 25th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart III: We are intimate with ropes. What now? Thoughts and exercises to learn from sessions.\nOctober 2nd\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: September 18\, 25 and October 2nd\, 2024\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie. Basic frictions. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner and skills for thorough negotiation \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Valentina
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/intimate-ropes/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240814T130845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160825Z
UID:10001808-1726308000-1726318800@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Rope Dialogues
DESCRIPTION:  \nA workshop about the intimate possibilities of tying on the ground. In this class\, we look specifically at the intersection of communication\, position\, and a new way of looking at intimacy itself.\nWhat can be communicated\, from where\, how\, and to what end? \nPartner: Emmy \n  \nFormat: hands-on workshop \nMinimum knowledge level: single-column tie \nMaximum amount of participants: as many as fit \nWhat to bring: 3-6 ropes\, safety equipment \nConstellations: partnered \nAccessibility: We are on the floor\, adjustments can be made
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qr24-dialogues/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240913T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240814T130445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160822Z
UID:10001806-1726255800-1726259400@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Performance: Observations
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo observe means to watch over\, to note\, to heed\, to look to\, to attend to\, to guard\, to regard\, or to comply with.\nIt comes from ob – “in front of\, before” together with servare – “to watch or keep safe” \nBut the observer is not just outside and without influence on the observed. We observe each other and the audience observes us as well as we observe the audience. \nPartner: Emmy \n  \nFormat: performance \nMinimum knowledge level: – \nMaximum amount of participants: – \nWhat to bring: – \nConstellations: – \nAccessibility: We will be sitting on the floor. Other options can be arranged
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qr24-performance-barkas-emmy/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240913T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240814T142626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160827Z
UID:10001819-1726239600-1726246800@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Rope Handling for Communication
DESCRIPTION:  \nRope bondage suffers from an arbitrary separation of tying skills and communication skills. This workshop seeks to break through that border by exploring how they need each other to the point of being indistinguishable. \nPartner: Emmy \n  \nFormat: hands-on workshop \nMinimum knowledge level: single column tie and some basic frictions \nMaximum amount of participants: as many as fit \nWhat to bring: 2-5 ropes\, safety equipment \nConstellations: all constellations welcome \nAccessibility: – \n 
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qr24-rope-handling/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240814T164912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160834Z
UID:10001832-1726149600-1726155000@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Rope is Political: Power\, politics\, and the oppression of the big terms
DESCRIPTION:  \nRope is Political is a series of discussions held during the Queerope Berlin 2024 conference.  \n  \nIn this session\, we discuss how rope\, kink\, and intimacy are suffering from the unquestioned use of unquestioned big terms. We will pick some examples and deconstruct them together. \n  \nFormat: discussion \nMinimum knowledge level: \nparticipants: \nWhat to bring: \nConstellations: \nAccessibility: – \n 
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qr24-political-barkas/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240911T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240814T111956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160808Z
UID:10001799-1726065000-1726074000@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Approaches
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn the beginning is always that moment of a first. A first glance\, a first touch\, a first tie. A greeting\, if you will. In this opening class\, we will be looking at those first moments of any rope session. We will dissect our approaches to each other and establish possibilities for new and exciting beginnings. \nPartner: Emmy \n  \nFormat: hands-on workshop \nMinimum knowledge level: single-column-tie \nMaximum amount of participants: as many as fit the space \nWhat to bring: 1-2 ropes \nConstellations: all constellations welcome\, partnered exercises \nAccessibility: We will sit on the floor and also stand and walk around but there are also more accessible options
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/qr24-approaches/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240807T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240609T092237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160724Z
UID:10001753-1723057200-1724277600@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Rope Handling Intensive
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this 2 part workshop\, we will establish a solid foundation for handling rope efficiently\, safely\, and smoothly. Proficiency in rope handling is necessary to soften the focus of the tying part and instead concentrate on the person in ropes. This does not mean that one has to be perfect and free of mistakes to have a meaningful experience – the opposite is true. We will work on how to make the best of the little mistakes when they happen as well as minimizing their occurrence. \n  \nPart I: (August 7th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm) \n– Ways of holding the ropes when tying.\n– Ways of hooking the ropes when tying frictions.\n– How the body position changes everything\n– Using frictions to interact with each other\n– Using little mistakes for interacting with each other \n  \nPart II: (August 21st\, 2024\, 7-10 pm) \n– Moving the body or moving the ropes\n– Or both\n– When to keep tensions and when not. And why.\n– Tips and tricks for making untying more interesting\n– Suspension lines\n– Other materials than ropes. \nThere will be time for practice throughout the workshops. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: August 7th & 21st\,  2024\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: none for part I\, knowledge of basic suspension lines is recommended but not obligatory \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner\, and skills for thorough negotiation \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/handling-intensive/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240803T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240207T191617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160513Z
UID:10001579-1722682800-1722794400@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Addie & Barkas: Beyond – Challenging Rope Skills & Critical Thinking
DESCRIPTION:In this weekend workshop\, Barkas and Addie will be taking the participants on a journey that goes way beyond mere tying. In various sections\, we will be looking at the fine details of advanced rope techniques challenging ideas about tying and being tied as well as pushing participants beyond their usual skill set\, while encouraging new ways of thinking and using rope. \nThis workshop is directed at those who are already proficient in their tying and who are now looking at what to do with these skills and how to go beyond. It is also suitable for very skilled practitioners seeking to go into the advanced material of Addie & Barkas’ curriculum and way of approaching rope as a practice (which is not readily available to learn outside of private lessons at the moment). \nCome for the rope challenges and inspiration\, stay for the mind fuck. \nWant more info? Here is Barkas giving details: \n\n  \n  \nPlease note that participants need to apply for this workshop. An application includes a brief letter of intent (previous experiences\, previous teachers\, a reason for participating) and a brief video of their tying skills. That video should ideally show your advanced skills in tying and being tied. An application should include both partners\, i.e. letter of intent\, and the video should include both the person tying and the person in ropes. Switching absolutely welcome but for time reasons\, not every exercise can be done by both. Short-term changes of partners are possible with a check-in ahead of the workshop. Please send your application to info@karada-house.de \n  \nAdditionally\, you can book a private lesson here. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time:  August 3 & 4\, 2024\, 11 am-6 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: masterclass \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: more than 3 years of structured and constant suspension experience\, familiar with static and dynamic suspensions\, advanced knowledge in techniques\, body handling\, safety\, able to adapt and improvise rope structures for different needs and bodies \nWhat to Bring: approx. 12 Ropes! Tying partners should be willing to get emotional with each other and explore their bodies as well as their psyche.  \nPrice: 380 Euros per pair (solidarity price is 300 Euros\, limited availability) \nTicket: price is per pair \n  \nWhat we will do: \n*Advanced Ranboo\n*Advanced Floor work\n*Advanced Interview metaphor and applications\n*Advanced Suspensions\n*Experimenting with ropes\n*Mind fucks \nand more… \n  \nTeaching Consent \nEveryone is unique. We will show exercises that work for us. If you can’t\, for any reason\, practice an exercise\, let us know and we can offer a workaround.  \n  \nMandatory Covid-19 rules \nIf you would like to inform yourself about other safety measures we have in place\, please consult our Covid-19 measurements here. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe workshop is held in spoken English. German can also be provided. The space\, KARA\, is on the ground floor but has three steps to enter the house. A ramp for wheelchairs is available at all times. There is also a parking space available right in front of the door if needed. KARA has an accessible bathroom available. There are no thresholds in the entire house. The garden is only partially accessible at the moment. During the workshop\, we will sit on the floor. Sitting in a chair can also be provided. Adaptations for physical needs will be shown and can also be provided upon request. If you participate in this workshop and need more assistance please message us at info@karada-house.de beforehand. \n  \nAccommodation: \nFor people coming to this workshop from out of Berlin\, we can offer you accommodation in our space (mattress\, bed linens\, cushions\, bathroom\, shower\, and kitchen) in the common area. If you are interested\, please message us at info@karada-house.de \nphoto: Roser Antuña
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/addie-barkas-beyond/
LOCATION:KARA\, Perleberger Straße 59\, Berlin\, 10559\, Germany
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240703T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240429T103103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160624Z
UID:10001687-1718823600-1720044000@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Ropes and Sex with Barkas & Addie
DESCRIPTION:  \nBarkas and Addie usually teach with the goal of separating the practice of rope from inherent expectations or assumptions of sexual contact. But that does not mean that they do not practice and enjoy sexual rope as well! \nThis 3-part-workshop-series will focus on rope techniques for sex and ideas on how to sexualize ropes. We will not only look at ways of queering approaches to rope and sex (however you define and practice it) but also engage in a deconstruction of sex\, sexuality\, intimacy\, and eroticism in the context of ropes. \nContent warning: this series is explicit. \n  \nPart I: DECONSTRUCTION\nJune 19th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart II: ROPE BASICS FOR SEX LIKE EVERYONE IMAGINES SEX\nJune 26th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \nPart III: QUEERING SEX AND ROPE\nJuly 3rd\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \n  \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: June 19th & 26th\, July 3rd\, 2024\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie. Basic frictions. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner and skills for thorough negotiation \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/ropes-ex/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240423T110626
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240423T110626
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20240222T173105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160522Z
UID:10001597-1713870386-1713870386@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Contexts of Kinbaku – a Tour through Styles\, Meanings & Metaphors of Rope Bondage
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this 3 part online series\, Barkas will present important aspects of ropes that go beyond mere rope techniques or a specific style. We will discuss the differences between important styles and schools of rope and their compatibilities and incompatibilities. We will also learn about learning\, teaching\, and sharing rope skills. The goal of this workshop series is to give participants a better overview of the contexts of rope bondage as a tool to help them navigate more confidently through a thicket of opinions and myths. \nPart I: Prologue\nApril 10th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn the first part of this 3 part series\, we will explore different styles of rope bondage and measures of distinguishing them. We will discuss compatibilities and incompatibilities. Simple exercises to help find your style \nPart II: Community\, Sharing\, Teaching\nApril 17th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn this part\, we will work on ways of building and maintaining local communities that deserve the name. Differences between sharing and teaching\, working with conflict\, and navigating differences in rope bondage. \nPart III: Epilogue\nApril 24th\, 2024\, 7-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nIn this last part\, we will explore the interaction between rope bondage and other fields. How can rope bondage be used to face the world? Intimacies\, connections\, and influences. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate & Time: April 10\, 17\, 24\, 2024\, 7 pm-10 pm CET (Berlin time) \nFormat: workshop (virtual) \nAudience:  LGBTQIA+ & FRIENDS \nLanguage: English \nMinimum Knowledge Level: Single column tie. Basic frictions. \nWhat to Bring:  if you want to tie along you need ropes\, safety gear\, space\, a partner \nSolo or Partnered:  both (each participant needs a ticket) \nClass recording: Yes. The recording will be made available after the live class for 14 days \n  \nWho is this event for? \nLGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity\, meaning: lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, pansexual\, transgender\, non-binary\, genderqueer/fluid\, \nFriends 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. \nWhen 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. \nFriends 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. \n  \nAccessibility Note \nThe 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. \n  \nWhat else to know \nBefore purchasing a solidarity ticket\, please check here if you are eligible for one. \n  \nPhoto: Roser
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/barkas-beyond-ropes/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240218T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20231126T153853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T155301Z
UID:10001479-1708272000-1708279200@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Experimental Rope – Experimental Intimacy
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, we will deconstruct the concept of intimacy and look for a new way of relating to each other with the help of ropes. Not the patterns and techniques are experimental but what they are used for is. \n  \nDetails: \nFormat: discussion\, lecture & demonstration \nMinimum Knowledge Level: – \nWhat to Bring: – \nSolo or Partnered: any constellation \nClass recording: yes \nThis class will be recorded (only the facilitator\, not the participants) and is available for ticket holders for 30 days after the event. \n 
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/experimental/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240214T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T011948
CREATED:20231125T153051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T155236Z
UID:10001459-1707926400-1707933600@karada-house.de
SUMMARY:Deconstructing Your (Rope) Kink
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, we will take a general look at the big terms of kink and sexuality with a focus on ropes and we will see how we can reshape our views on them. \nThis class is not about destroying modes of relating to each other but rather opening up those modes such that there is room for new ways. \n  \nDetails: \nFormat: Discussion \nMinimum Knowledge Level: – \nWhat to Bring: curiosity \nSolo or Partnered: any constellation \nClass recording: yes \nThis discussion will be recorded (only the facilitators\, not the participants)\, however\, we choose to leave some non-recorded space at the end where participants can discuss more intimate questions. The recording is available for ticket holders for 30 days after the event. \n 
URL:https://karada-house.de/events/deconstructing-rope-knk/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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