Rope Jam | 7 July

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Rope Jam on Thursday

We’ll be hanging out and learning some simple harnesses this week. 

We’ll start off with making sure everyone knows how to do a single column tie and then move on to learning some simple harnesses from a Shibari Study tutorial. And then wrap it up with some free tying, chatting and chilling.

Beginners welcome!

Additional information

• We have limited treated rope from Sudo Jute for sale (variable prices: R350 - R450 per 8m hank), as well as rope balm (R150), stainless steel suspension rings (R800) and safety shears (R50).

Rules and Ethos 

Read our ethos here: desirelinesbondage.com/space

About your educator

Clyde (@rope.fu) has loved knots since being a kid making bows and arrows, snares and natural rope from plants.

The sensations and emotions that rope creates are just as important to him as the beauty and artistry of the tie.

He seeks to create the feeling of being bound and held at the same time.

FAQ

What is Shibari/Kinbaku/Bondage? 

The art of binding the body of a consenting adult. 

Is rope always sexual?

Rope has many benefits and practitioners outside of the sexual paradigm. For some, it is about pushing their bodies not unlike engaging in strenuous exercise or extreme sports. For some it is a way to reclaim their agency after trauma. For some it is a way to experience connection with others without the scripts and expectations associated with genital contact. As long as what you are doing is consensual and intentional, we consider it healthy and valid.

What should I wear?

This is a friendly learning environment, not a sexual one, so crotches are to remain covered. Other than that, you are free to wear whatever you like. We find that it is easier to tie with minimal clothing or clothing that you can move in easily (leggings, shorts, etc).