This rope workshop will be a hands-on class with active participation and rope tying. We will briefly analyze the methodology of sensual rope bondage highlighting rope bondage as a erotic process rather than a simple means to an end. To begin, we will summarize 4 elements of sensual rope bondage: Set up, Intent, Connection, Unravel....
This is an open gym shibari session for folks to practice skills they already know, to share knowledge and techniques, and to build and connect with other folks in the shibari rope community. This is not a play party, but rather a place to hone your shibari skills. We have plenty of hard points available,...
Come and join us for our own type of LGBTQ+ activism and protest. Rope is political. Enjoy brunch at the House of Knotty with chill vibes with music, food prepared by the community, and post rope mimosas. Mingle with your friends and meet new members of the Seattle rope community. Be 100% your queer authentic self...
In this intermediate level class you will work on learning suspendable structures or more complex floor positions while developing fluid upline skills. This class structure is intended for partner tying. Solo self tiers are welcome, but not all aspects of class may be adaptable for self tying. Class materials: Rope kit with 6-8 hanks of...
This 3-part series is designed for tying pairs who have played with partial suspension and wish to experience full flight in a risk-aware environment. Tying pairs will explore multiple suspension positions, put familiar harnesses and patterns under full load, practice moving in and out of static poses, and learn how to adapt ties to prolong...
We're opening our doors to provide a space to practice ties you are working on, socialize with other folks interested in rope, or ask one of our resident rope folks a question or two. That being said this isn't a space for "play" or scenes, let's keep it casual and learning/social focused. Hardpoints and other...
Your casual opportunity to practice, observe, play, meet others, and share your skills once a month. This is not a class and there is no instructor.
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though fundamental, these techniques can be combined in uncountable ways to produce elaborate shapes and scenarios. Besides learning technical skills, we will focus on rope bondage as a movement and...
Join us for a rope bondage skill sharing event in an intentionally quiet space. Whether you're a curious beginner or have some rope experience, this event offers a low-stim environment to learn, practice, and connect with others. Masking Policy: Masking with a high quality respirator (kn95 or better) is required. In order to make this...
Jams are a great opportunity to work on skills and meet/practice with other community members! First hour is opening circle. Newcomers will go through an orientation, and must be approved to participate. Come support your local studio! All proceeds go towards space improvement.
Tops, bottoms, and switches will get hands-on rope practice through bite-sized sessions with each other. There is no "dating" here - you will meet, tie, and be tied. People are encouraged to attend solo, as this is an opportunity to mix and mingle. Please arrive on time in order to fully participate in all activities:...
Come hang with us at Rope Lab! This is a casual exploration into the basics of shibari and eastern rope bondage. Each session we will begin by covering the basic single column tie which is the foundation of all that we do, and then we will explore other ties that build on that. Doors open...
This weekend intensive provides an introduction to suspension for rope practitioners with established floor-tying skills who are not yet suspending. Participants will learn suspension safety, uplines, a versatile suspension chest harness (the Butterfly Harness), and several foundational suspension positions. Through guided instruction and practice, students will build the technical skills and confidence needed to begin...
Misfits Community Mixer is as an opportunity for community members to connect, integrate, and explore outside their usual tying styles in a low pressure environment. Each event is run by Misfit staff, and will include a bingo card with prompts for tying partners to explore together. We want to inspire spontaneous connection at this event,...
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though fundamental, these techniques can be combined in uncountable ways to produce elaborate shapes and scenarios. Besides learning technical skills, we will focus on rope bondage as a movement and...
