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...
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...
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...
Suspensions feeling too floaty recently? Tired of all the topsy turvy transitions in this unpredictable world? Want to lean in to your inner pillar princess? Join us every first Friday to explore a more sturdy approach to your rope suspension. Hashira Hotties is a space dedicated to exploring the techniques involved with incorporating a vertical...
Queer- and neurodivergent-centered rope jam OUTDOORS, somewhere in the vicinity of the Evergreen State College. Learn, practice, and connect in a low-pressure, consent-forward environment...IN NATURE! All experience levels welcome. For full details and to buy tickets, visit https://forbiddentickets.com/events/olyrope/2026-07-04-outdoor-rope-jam-july (or click the green “Event Website” button). Note: The sliding scale goes down to $2, or ask...
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...
Ropes in Motion is back again for Summer 2026! What is this event all about: This is a free low key outdoor rope event focused on unconventional, unstructured movement and flow. A chance for lovers of rope and dance/contact improv to come together for socializing and snacking in the sun. This event is for everyone!...
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...
