Up, Up, and... Line?

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Whether you are already doing rope suspension, tying your partner to a bedpost, or securing your couch in the back of a truck, this class is for you! Locking off lines has many different uses, and we invite riggers and bottoms of all skill levels to learn how to do it more safely and efficiently in this tie along course. This hands-on class is beginner friendly, HOWEVER, we will be discussing more intermediate subject matter, such as partials and suspension. Please practice within your current skill level and understand this class will not teach partials, suspension, any harnesses, or load distribution.

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Skill level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Non-collapsing single column cuff

Please bring: 3-4 hanks of rope, something to take notes, and a backpack, bag, weight, chair, or rope bottom.

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Loop There It Is!​

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In this hands-on intermediate class we will take a deeper look at single column ties, how they function, and more importantly, how they can be improved. We will cover topics such as: misconceptions with knot directionality, ways to tie knots more efficiently, and Hojo cuffs. Students must already know at least one single column to benefit from this course!  

 

Skill level: Intermediate

Prerequisits: single column tie, basic harnesses, and frictions

Please bring: 2-3 hanks of rope and something to take notes.

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Transitions in Suspension​

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When Suolinga and Nira began tying, they found themselves practicing the same sequence over and over again to build skill through repetition. After gaining confidence, they were able to change one variable at a time, learning how to create new experiences from the foundational sequence they had come to know by muscle memory. In this tie-along class, they will show a basic suspension sequence, places to improve your technical skill, and ways to think critically about moving forward from static suspensions.

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Skill level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Basic up lines, suspendable back loading upper body harness, suspendable futomomo or similar one leg harness.

Please bring: Suspension kit and something to take notes.

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Get Out Quick​

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In this hands-on intermediate class we will dive into the concept of “exploding bondage” and quick releases. There are many reasons a top might want to tie something that can be removed easily, from high risk play to medical conditions, and in this class you will learn the fundamentals of get-out-quick ties. Students will learn “exploding” versions of classic harnesses, as well as the concepts to create their own. 

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Skill level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: single column tie and an understanding of frictions

Please bring: 4-5 hanks of rope and something to take notes.

ABS: Anatomy, Body Awareness & Safety​

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This class is for everyone who puts a body in rope or is a body in rope! Let’s learn about our bodies.

     ○ Have you ever wondered about human anatomy               and how rope impacts your body?

     ○ Can we empower ourselves to become better                  advocates for our personal health and safety as we          pursue rope bondage and suspension?

A very important step in creating greater body awareness is an understanding of how the body works, both in and out of rope. This class will discuss anatomy related to rope bondage, body awareness, and safety to improve (and hopefully prolong) our time in rope bondage. Class Purpose: obtain a greater understanding of our bodies so that we may better protect them Anatomy: how can we use anatomy to improve (and prolong) our rope experience(s)

     • Body awareness: how can we apply basic anatomy           to increase awareness of our body’s movement and         protect ourselves in rope bondage

     • Safety: how do I keep my body safe before, during           and after rope bondage.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: None

Please Bring: Something to take notes.

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Fear Play in the Water​

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Are you the type of twisted individual who thinks drowning and waterboarding sounds like fun? Us too!! In this class, we explore the zone where panic and complete trust merge. We will cover techniques and safety points that you can use for a unique type of water play. We will cover some simple ties that can be tied and untied quickly while in the water. Additionally, we will discuss methods of communication and reading body queues in this unique form of play. If time permits, we may also demo a water predicament.

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Single column tie

Please Bring: Nylon rope is recommended for water bondage.

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Suspension Sequence: Part One​

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This two part class will cover an exciting and dynamic suspension sequence. The first part of the class will cover the harnesses needed for the sequence so that all students are prepared to fly. 

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Single column tie, basic frictions, basic up lines.

Please Bring: Suspension kit and something to take notes. 

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Suspension Sequence: Part Two​

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This class will outline the necessary steps to complete this dynamic suspension sequence with multiple positions. Students will learn how to manage multiple up lines, how to adjust body levels to make the position more or less challenging and how to get their partner to the floor in an elegant manner. ​

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Single column tie, basic frictions, basic up lines.

Please Bring: Suspension kit and something to take notes. 

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More ABS: The Deep Dive​

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This is the ultimate class for those who are not just enthusiasts but serious seekers of the SCIENCE behind our bodies in rope. Whether you're a dedicated bondage enthusiast, a curious science nerd, or simply a masochist who wants to torture themselves by listening to the nitty-gritty scientific details, this class is for you. Prepare for a deep and thorough exploration that will leave you both enlightened and perhaps a bit sore—mentally and physically!

     • Mapping Common Nerve Pathways

     • Palpating & Marking Our Own Nerves

     • Discuss Variations of Normal Anatomy

     • Demos: Exercises for Body Care & Muscle                           Engagement

     • Medical Diagnosis Impact on Our Experience in                 Rope

     • Science Deep Dive Covering Topics from A.B.S. for           Rope

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: None

Please Bring: Something to take notes.

Very Hot Partials​

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Yep, you guessed it. This is a whole class of very hot, super sexy, downright steamy partial suspensions. Get ready for some thigh spreading, booty lifting, crotch roping, and perhaps drool inducing shapes, all in close proximity to the floor.

 

Skill Level: Intermediate

Rigger prerequisites: any single and double column tie, basic frictions, some experience building suspendable harnesses, ability to build and manage multiple uplines in static suspension, confident in rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope

Bottom prerequisites: confident in-rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope, confident ability to monitor and communicate signs of nerve compression.

Please Bring: Suspension kit, something to take notes and a mat or blanket.

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FLoOr tIeS ArE eAsY​

A Class of Definitely Not easy Floor Ties

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An exploration of choosing the hard route. With complicated patterns and challenging positions, this class serves as a reminder to both tops and bottoms that you don't need up lines to make rope hard.

 

Skill Level: Intermediate

Rigger prerequisites: any single and double column tie, basic frictions, some experience building complex structures, confident in rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope Bottom prerequisites: confident in-rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope

Please Bring: 6-8 hanks of rope. something to take notes, and a mat or blanket.

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Pathways: One Rope Floor Play

 

While Shibari is often recognized for its technical complexity, it's equally a practice rooted in sensuality, intimacy, playfulness, and emotional connection. The rope is a tool for this—becoming an extension of ourselves, allowing us to express and evoke powerful emotions. In this class, we will explore how this form creates a balance between skill and feeling, using a single piece of rope to navigate the delicate interplay between tension and release, control and surrender. This class will heavily focus on body handling and building confidence in improvisation.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: any single column tie

Please Bring: 1-2 hanks of rope, something to take notes, and a mat or blanket. 

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Tengu and Shapes That Go With It

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A deep dive into the Tengu – a sustainable yet restrictive chest harness. This workshop explores a few static shapes in full and partial suspension, and the way in which creating these shapes with a Tengu as opposed to any other chest harness will affect its aesthetic and sensation.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: Rigger should have experience building suspendable harnesses, ability to build and manage multiple up lines in static suspension, confident in rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope Bottoms should be confident in-rope communication skills, knowledge of safety and risk in rope, confident ability to monitor signs of nerve compression

Please Bring: Suspension kit, something to take notes and a mat or blanket.

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Can I Be Mean For a Second?​

Simple Predicaments & Sadistic Floor Ties

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This class explores simple but sadistic floor-based predicaments of varying intensity, as well as several tips and tricks for how to cause (consensual) distress with our favorite medium, rope. Whether you’ve just tied your first single column or are a seasoned rigger, these “quick and dirty” predicaments are just that–quick, simple, and sure to have your bottom sweating in seconds.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: any single column tie

Please Bring: 4-6 hanks of rope, a blanket or mat and something to take notes. 

Tying Amongst the Trees​

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Tying outdoors brings a whole new set of exciting challenges! Without the controlled environment, things can feel both invigorating and unpredictable. In this class, we’ll explore how to assess your personal risk, gear up with the right essentials, choose the best location, evaluate hard points, and prioritize safety. Additionally, we’ll cover how to confidently navigate interactions with curious passersby. Get ready to embrace the adventure of tying outdoors!

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Skill Level: Intermediate+/advanced (Risk profile should be evaluated prior to attending this class, as concepts explored in this class lean towards the higher risk end of the risk profile spectrum.) Auditors welcome!

Prerequisites: Tying folx need solid up line management, a suspendible chest and lower body harness, negotiation skills, basic anatomy of nerves and pressure points. Those in rope need suspension experience, body awareness, and excellent verbal communication skills while in rope and in suspension. Self-tiers need all of the above AND self-suspension experience

Please Bring: Tying participants will need full rope kit (appropriate for outdoor tying), carabiners, cutters, preferred suspension equipment, 2-3 climbing straps AND/OR synthetic rope (long enough to span a tree trunk), etc. Don't forget any items participants need to be comfortable & safe in the forest for 2 hours.

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Human Hard Points

 

When your friends ask you to hang out, do you immediately envision binding them with rope and suspending them from one another? Well, have I got the class for you! This course is crafted for tying pairs, switches, and self-tiers alike! I will go over safety considerations and key points for upline management, specifically related to human hardpointism. Unpaired? No prob! We will facilitate grouping up as needed! Might even make a new friend or three. My team and I will be available throughout participant tying time to provide guidance or to give evil suggestions, if desired! No doubt you’ll learn, explore, play, and laugh a lot!​​

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Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Prerequisites: Tying folx need solid up line management, a suspendible chest and lower body harness, negotiation skills, basic anatomy of nerves and pressure points. Those in rope need suspension experience, body awareness, and excellent verbal communication skills while in rope and in suspension. Self-tiers need all of the above AND self-suspension experience.

Please Bring: Tying participants will need full rope kit, carabiners, cutters, preferred suspension equipment, straps, etc.

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Suspension Without a Plan

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A lack of a plan does not mean a lack of intention. To safely break the rules, one must first learn them. In this class, I will help you become more adaptable and creative as we explore how to leverage our existing skills and knowledge, while trusting ourselves to innovate. One of my favorite aspects of this play is that by not micromanaging and staying present, we discover beautiful (and often hilarious) places we never knew existed.​

Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Tying folx need solid up line management, a suspendable chest and lower body harness, negotiation skills, basic anatomy of nerves and pressure points. Those in rope need suspension experience, body awareness, and excellent verbal communication skills while in rope and in suspension. Self-tiers need all of the above AND self-suspension experience.

Please Bring: Tying participants will need full rope kit, carabiners, preferred suspension equipment, straps, cutters (*must be able to keep on person if self-tying).

Bondage for Sex​

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In this tie along class, we will dive into different bondage ties geared for sex. We will review ties that inhibit the bottoms movement and provide the access you desire, all while amplifying their attributes. This class includes something for all genitals, and additional safety precautions will be discussed as well.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: Any single column tie

Please Bring: 2-3 hanks of rope, blanket or mat

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Aguras in Suspension

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The Agura Shibari, also known as the lotus leg tie, can be either very supportive or sadistic, allowing couples to achieve unconventional twists on traditional poses. In this advanced suspension class we will teach a sequence showing different ways to think about this tie in play, and show off just how versatile they can be. An Agura pattern will not be taught during the class, however we will teach the modifications necessary to make everyone's tie more sustainable for the sequence. Students are required to show up with a pattern they have previously tied and suspended successfully.

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Suspendable agura, suspendable chest harness that is backloading, experience with multiple transitions in the air.

Please Bring: Suspension kit and ring/bamboo, blanket or mat. 

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Refining the TK​

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Join us for an in-depth exploration of advanced box tie techniques. Box ties- also known as Takate Kote or Gote Shibari- are one of the most versatile harnesses, but are one of the most challenging to fully understand. This class is designed for those who already have ample experience tying TK’s regularly, and we will focus on refining every inch of its structure to expand your understanding of its capabilities. We will discuss how different body types and mobilities affect placement choices, and how adapting tension and structure can optimize the harness for a specific suspension position. This will be a tie-along class involving your questions being answered on the spot, as well as a demonstration of techniques with time to practice them.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Box Tie, basic understanding of frictions and tension.

Please Bring: 3-4 hanks of rope.

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Hogties & Variations​

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Hogties bring a classic image of strict distressing bondage, but can actually be either comfortable or cruel. In this tie-along class we will cover ways in which you can play more with this traditional shape and body mechanics. We will teach different ways to accomplish this tie and considerations when exploring this structure.

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Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate

Prerequisites: Single column tie and basic frictions.

Please Bring: 4-6 hanks of rope, a blanket or mat. 

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Rope Bondage for Impact​

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Rope can be plenty of fun by itself, but it’s also the most versatile type of restraint for every other form of play. In this tie-along class we will teach several simple ties, which are useful for various forms of impact play. We’ll review tips and tricks for tying different bodies, and ways to restrain your bottom in different exposing positions. Our intent is to highlight the ability to use simple ties like lego bricks; tools which we can combine to end up with the ability to restrain a partner almost anywhere.

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: Single column tie and basic frictions.

Please Bring: 4-6 hanks of rope, a blanket or mat. 

Breathing is Optional​

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BDSLR’s favorite type of tie is one that doesn’t require a lot of breathing. After all, you’ve been doing it all day, why not take a short break? In this class, BDSLR will begin by going over the risks and safety concerns of breath play with rope and demo four different choking/breath play-based ties. Participants will have time after each demo to tie for themselves and ask questions.  

     ☠ The Quick Choke Tie

     ☠ The Birdcage               

     ☠ The Demon Bind

     ☠ The Shrimp Trap

Note: ALL of these ties contain risk

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Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Prerequisites: Understanding of rope tension, handling, and being able to quickly respond to issues.

Please Bring: 3-4 hanks of rope, blanket or mat

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T is for Trauma​

Taught by Joy

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Ever wished you knew more to help your partner, or yourself, when you experience one of those fight/flight/freeze moments in a rope scene? Or how best to decompress and reconnect afterwards? This class centers on the neurobiological concepts of the threat/fear/trauma response, how it impacts the body, and what it does to the mind, for both top and bottoms. And it's taught in basic English, no fancy medical jargon necessary! Ode2Joy will use her professional experience as a trauma therapist to provide basic understanding of what to look for before/during/after threatening or traumatic events, how to cope with the symptoms, and ways to seek professional assistance.​

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: None

Please Bring: Something to take notes.

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Ethical Negotiating from a Place of Privilege​

Taught by BDSLR

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Consent and negotiation are touched on in many other classes, and we often then say, "That could be a whole class on its own.”  This is that class!  Whether you have power, privilege, a desired skill set, your own play space, or host small gatherings, there are important concepts to consider not only in how you negotiate but also how you ask and receive requests to kink with someone.  Join BDSLR as they talk about things to consider when negotiating, recognizing what privileges you may not realize you bring to your scenes, and how these concerns and methods to mitigate them (when possible) have changed over the past few years.

Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: None

Please Bring: Something to take notes.

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​Choose Joy’s Bottoming Adventure!

Active Bottoming In Action​

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In this class, similar to a “choose your own adventure” story, bottoms will help choose each next rope for Joy throughout a multiple transition suspension. Joy will actively process through the transitions out loud, explaining how she maintains body awareness and processes pain in each step. Much of rope bottoming can be made easier and more sustainable by learning one’s body and how it works in rope; the skills and efforts Joy shows here can be replicated in rope bottom labs at home!​

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Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: None

Please Bring: A sense of adventure, something to take notes. 

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The Kneeling Harness​

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Fed up with futomomos? Worried about waist rope?  Hate hip harnesses?  In this hands-on class, BDSLR will demonstrate their minimal kneeling harness, and explain safety concerns, various ways to attach uplines, and why going beyond more common structured ties can open up all sorts of possibilities.  The class will conclude with an inversion transition sequence that shows off the kneeling harness's versatility.

 

Skill level: Intermediate to advanced​

Prerequisites: Suspension experience, comfort in transitions, knowledge of up lines and harness construction. 

Please Bring: Suspension kit, blanket or mat, something to take notes.