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...
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...
Come join OlyRope member Ellie (@Illiotnills, who also has nothing to disclose, per KEMS) for this self-tie skillshare inspired by the life and lessons of Linzy Cole, a dear friend, prolific solo rope artist, community builder, and trans rights activist. All proceeds will go to causes that support trans people. All experience levels welcome. 18+...
This 3-part series is designed for tying pairs who are experienced in floor rope and wish to escalate their skills by playing with gravity. Those tying will learn how to attach, use, and manage one or more uplines. Those being tied will learn to identify red flags in upline management, practice bottoming skills, and develop...
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.
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...
This rope workshop will be a hand-on class with active participation and rope tying. We will start by establishing aesthetic guidelines and principles for our ties as an overarching theme of the intermediate series. We will focus on a) modular tying, b) intentionality, c) nawajiri management, and d) philosophy of minimalism, model-centric photography, and wabi-sabi...
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...
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 rope bondage workshop will be a hands-on class with active participation. The workshop is fully inclusive and intended for beginners taking their first steps into rope bondage or individuals needing a refresher course. We will briefly analyze basic fundamentals and principles of erotic rope bondage. To begin we will learn two different ties to...
RBU is a munch for anyone who receives rope. This is an event to meet and find peer support among others who are tied. It's also a place to exchange info, vet potential tops, and make friends with similar interests. Are you curious about doing rope bottoming? Cool, you should join us! Do you dabble...
Interested in adding some bondage to your life but not sure where to start? This fun and accessible introductory class will introduce you to the basics of kink and rope bondage. By the time you’re done you’ll have all the skills you need to safely and confidently start exploring bondage on your own. This is...
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...
