Advanced Shibari Suspension Series: Elevate Your Art
Dive into the captivating realm of Shibari Suspensions with our Advanced Shibari Suspension Series, a collection of day-long classes meticulously designed to guide you through the intricacies of advanced suspension techniques. This comprehensive series, held throughout the year, is tailored for seasoned rope enthusiasts seeking to elevate their skills and explore the mesmerising world of dynamic transitions and torsions in Shibari.
Japanese style rope suspensions are known for their grace and beauty. This course is suitable for people starting suspension experience all the way up to highly experienced practitioners.
Course Highlights
Progressive Learning: Over the course of the series, participants will embark on a progressive journey from fundamental suspension principles to mastering the art of intricate torsions and dynamic transitions. Each day-long class builds upon the previous one, ensuring a comprehensive and cohesive learning experience.
Rope Handling Mastery: Hone your rope handling skills to achieve precision and grace in your suspensions. Understand the nuances of tension, wraps, and knots that contribute to the seamless and secure execution of complex suspension ties.
Safety and Consent: Prioritise safety and communication by learning essential safety protocols and practicing open communication with your partner. Establish trust and consent as the foundation of your Shibari journey.
Pleasing Static Suspension Sequences: Learn the art of crafting pleasing static suspension sequences that evoke beauty and serenity. Understand how to create visually stunning and sustainable static poses, allowing for moments of profound connection and artistic appreciation.
Torsions Unveiled: Delve deep into the art of torsions, discovering how to create visually stunning and physically intense ties that challenge both the rigger and the model. Learn the nuances of body positioning, rope tension, and creative knotting to achieve mesmerising and secure suspensions.
Dynamic Transitions: Elevate your Shibari practice by incorporating dynamic transitions that seamlessly flow from one captivating pose to another. Explore the fluidity of movement in suspended bondage, mastering the art of choreographing transitions that evoke both grace and intensity.
Safety and Rigging: Prioritise safety and responsible rigging practices as you navigate the complexities of advanced suspensions. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the technical aspects of load distribution, nerve safety, and risk mitigation to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience for both rigger and model.
Artistic Expression: Harness the power of suspensions as a form of artistic expression. Learn how to use dynamic transitions and torsions to create visually stunning compositions that tell a story and evoke emotions. Elevate your rope artistry to new heights with the fusion of technical skill and creative flair.
Individualised Guidance: Benefit from personalised feedback and guidance from our skilled instructors, ensuring that each participant can progress at their own pace and receive support tailored to their specific skill level and goals.
Interactive Workshop Sessions: Engage in hands-on, interactive workshop sessions where you can practice and refine your skills under the guidance of our experienced instructors. Receive personalised feedback and guidance to enhance your technical proficiency and artistic expression.
This Advanced Shibari Suspension Series is suitable for experienced riggers and rope enthusiasts with a solid foundation in Shibari or rope bondage. We recommend students have completed our Shibari Fundamentals course as well as several of our Intermediate Shibari classes. Whether you aspire to perform captivating suspensions or simply desire to deepen your understanding of advanced techniques, this series offers a unique opportunity to refine your skills and explore the artistic possibilities of Shibari Suspensions. Immerse yourself in a transformative learning experience and unlock the secrets of dynamic transitions and torsions in the art of Shibari.
Content
Requirements
Required knowledge: Shibari Fundamentals.
Rope: 10-12 (or more) of your own pieces of jute (per person tying).
Required Hardware: 1 large suspension ring or 5 carabiners (oval preferred).
We recommend having a partner to tie for all of the suspension masterclass series in order to practice hands on and receive guidance.
It is also highly recommended that models and riggers have worked together before and established communication.
Tickets
Selected Saturday/Sunday Intensive tickets available below.