Roped-In: The second step in Temple’s progressive core curriculum
A four part series on the foundations of rope play through the lens of embodiment and intentionality.
May 12th, 19th, 26th, and June 2nd from 7-9:30pm.
Join Mrghy and Saraf on this journey to begin an intentional, body-based, connective rope practice. While lots of time will be spent on rope handling and skill building, this course will focus on both ends of the rope, to serve both folks giving and receiving it. Switching is welcome but not necessary!
The classes will cover:
Session 1: Basic tension, frictions, and knots; collapsible and non-collapsible single-column ties. Risk assessment and mitigation, nerve safety overview.
Session 2: Body handling and affective rope skills; how to move a body; how to use rope to move a body. Double-column ties.
Session 3: Somatics for rope; Hojo cuffs and Yuki fix; One-rope practice (Ipponnawa)
Session 4: Floor-based ties; how to use rope to bind a body in a shape for play.
Each session includes a discussion, a short demo, and plenty of practice time, leading to building a full, floor-based rope scene.
There are no technical prerequisites for this course but Rope 0 is required before you can take Roped In. Registered pairs should remain the same throughout (learning buddies are the best!).
Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are welcome, and any comfortable outfit you like to move in. We will have some jute rope to use for practice, but we encourage you to bring your own (so you can practice at home between sessions!). 2-3 pieces will suffice, any material is welcome.
RSVP is $280 per tying pair for all 4 sessions
If the event is sold out, you can sign up for a WAITLIST HERE.
Two 40% discount tickets are available per event for PoC, sex workers, and trans folks. Please reach out for the code.
If cost is prohibitive and you are not part of these communities please reach out for volunteer opportunities.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Please provide at least 48h notice via email to refund or reschedule a ticket. A 5% processing fee will be subtracted from refunds.
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