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...
Please read the ENTIRE event description in ticket link, we have a lot of information to cover! Spend your Friday evening with your fellow community members: meet, hang out, celebrate! There will be snacks, socializing, and scene space. All skill levels are welcome! There will be no door tickets.
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...
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...
Queer- and neurodivergent-centered rope skillshare in Olympia. Learn, practice, and connect in a low-pressure, consent-forward environment. All experience levels welcome! For full details and to buy tickets, visit https://forbiddentickets.com/events/olyrope/2026-06-20-peer-to-peer-rope-skillshare-june (or click the green “Event Website” button). Note: The sliding scale goes down to $2, and you can still just come put whatever you’d like (including...
Tops, bottoms, and switches will get hands-on rope practice through bite-sized sessions with each other. There is no "dating" here, but 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:...
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...
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!...
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...
