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When we play with shibari we put our bodies, and our partner’s bodies, through plenty of absurd and fascinating situations. From the twisting lock of a shoulder in a TK to the compress and pull of a suspension line. Without question this is fundamental to the attractive power of rope bondage; how it provides such a unique experience and can touch us deeply. Tying opens up a whole new spectrum of positions, limitations, and sensations so unusual from what we can expect or recognize in other parts of life. You could say that shibari has a distinct somatic language of its own.

But to put ourselves (and each other) in these positions which may be bizarre, and often challenging, requires a great deal of trust, as well as respect for our body and what it can do for us.

How can we better get to know this unusual version of the body - the body in ropes?

 

In this 5 hour class Briki and Tamandua will guide us through a series of exercises where we explore our own and our partner’s bodies in relation to common situations in shibari/kinbaku. We will use simple movement, body manipulation, palpation, and tying as tools. The tying will be basic enough that even beginner level students of shibari will be able to try them when aided with a bit of technical support from the instructors or a more experienced participant.

Tamandua and Briki will share some insight into the logic of classic shapes and ties from an anatomical and rope technical point of view. What happens in our body, and how does the rope make the body do that? Also, what are common reasons when it doesn't work as expected? How can seemingly similar ties feel so different depending on slight changes?

They will go through some tips and tricks for models and riggers in order to better understand and work around common issues that cause unwanted forms of discomfort and stress, trouble with body management, and safety concerns from a body-focused perspective.

The event is sold out - if you can attend spontaneously, getting on the waiting list in case a participant has to cancel may be worth it!