Body manipulation makes rope scenes hotter and technical ties easier. This class will teach principles and over twenty specific techniques centered around leverage and joint locking to move a partner effortlessly and create headspace. We will learn methods with and without rope to guide a partner, introduce tension to the body, and use these ideas...
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...
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...
This 3-part series is designed for people who are new to rope bondage. Our instructors will teach foundational binding components and frictions, and show how to put them together to make creative, playful shapes. Those tying will develop skills in moving rope and bodies with confidence, fluidity, and intention. Those being tied will learn about...
This 2-day intensive explores the collaboration between bottom and rigger, with an emphasis on the ways that bottoms contribute to rope scenes in subtle and not so subtle ways. In this workshop we aim to trouble the binary of "active" and "passive" bottoming, and instead explore the numerous offerings that live on the spectrum within...
How do you move your partner without verbal commands? How do you create flow from one position to the next? This class will teach partners how to use rope to move together with less risk of falling or other accidents. Pairs will learn sequences that get the body from standing positions down to the ground...
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 rope workshop will be a hand-on class with active participation and rope tying. First, we will analyze the various parts of a strappado position and list the various decisions and choices we make. For example, we will look at various places to start, accommodations for flexibility, and decorative diamond shapes. After that, we will...
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...
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...
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...
Wrapture is a bondage-themed camp at Critical Northwest, a regional Burning Man event. This is a fundraising event to ensure that we can continue to offer high quality rope experiences and education. We will be offering bondage rides for those wanting to try out rope suspension with experienced riggers in a professional setting, as well...
This 3-part series is designed for people who are new to rope bondage. Our instructors will teach foundational binding components and frictions, and show how to put them together to make creative, playful shapes. Those tying will develop skills in moving rope and bodies with confidence, fluidity, and intention. Those being tied will learn about...
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...
