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. In this workshop series we will look at the different spatial and temporal aspects of tying....
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Hishis are a diamond pattern that is not only one of the staples of Japanese-inspired rope bondage but also one of the most versatile patterns. Addie will take a long and nerdy look at several hishi-based harnesses, including a hands-free option. The series will include a full-body hishi harness, a split line hishi harness, and...
Barkas 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! This 3-part-workshop-series will focus on rope techniques for sex and ideas on how to sexualize ropes....
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...
In-House
Technically A Suspension
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,...
In-House
Intimate Session: Addie & Barkas
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...
In-House
The Single! The Column! The Tie!
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...
In-House
Addie & Barkas: Experimental Kinbaku
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. In 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,...
In-House
Rope for Absolute Beginners
Welcome to the world of Japanese style rope bondage, friend! It's wild and fun out here and we are thrilled to be your point of entry. This weekly class is designed for anyone who would like to learn about Japanese-inspired rope bondage/shibari/kinbaku whether you see yourself in the role of the person tying or being...
This bi-weekly open training is designed for anyone who would like to learn about Japanese-inspired rope bondage/shibari/kinbaku whether you see yourself in the role of the person tying or being tied. Our open rope training for beginners is a continuous offer for anyone looking for a regular practice space to advance their skills. Each time...
Kink is Political is an online discussion with Addie Tahl, Georg Barkas, Andrea Rimon, and occasional special guests. Participants are invited to join a discussion during which we unite critique with an emphasis on the practical and day-to-day issues and challenges of kink, intimacy, and relationships. Focusing on concepts central to BDSM, leather, rope, and...
Virtual Event
Kink is Political is an online discussion with Addie Tahl, Georg Barkas, Andrea Rimon, and occasional special guests. Participants are invited to join a discussion during which we unite critique with an emphasis on the practical and day-to-day issues and challenges of kink, intimacy, and relationships. Focusing on concepts central to BDSM, leather, rope, and...
5,00€