Intro to Rope: Basics to play with
Event Information
Description
Want to get started with rope? Don't know where to start? Come along and we will teach you just a handful of techniques that will for the basis for safe, effective and aesthetic ties. If you only ever take one class then you won't find much better than this!
We repeat the very basics at every Intro to Rope Class, so whether you are looking to get started or refresh your memory you will be more than welcome to join us. You don't need to have been before and you don't have to come with a partner. Each month we will also teach some application of the basics. This month we will focus on the basic knots and frictions you need to make endless combinations of fun.
We offer this workshop during Rebound Open House and it uses just one of the many rooms on offer. Rebound is a private member's BDSM Club. If you have not been to Rebound before you will need to meet us in Hengler's Circus on Sauchiehall St, Glasgow between 1330 and 1400 at the very latest. There be a piece of rope on the table to identify the group for newcomers. We cannot give you the venue address as it is a private members club and newcomers will be taken in as our guests for the day.
PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A £5 ENTRANCE FEE TO THE VENUE. This is not collected by us and is in addition to the class
If you have any objection to the venue please check out some of our other events which are in more mainstream locations.
Organiser Kinbaku Alba
Organiser of Intro to Rope: Basics to play with
(Formerly the Strathclyde Open Rope Exchange)
Kinbaku Alba hosts practice space, workshops, tuition and performances involving the use of rope. Kinbaku (緊縛) is also known as Shibari (縛り) and Japanese Rope Bondage. We promote interpersonal communication using rope technique as a language. Kinbaku can be described as somewhere between a mediation and a dance between partners flowing to, from and with each other. We welcome people from all backgrounds and identities to learn with us and focus on the development of rope technique, body control and emotive expression.
Although Kinbaku has its roots in sexuality and eroticism we shun vulgarity and dedicate our spaces to inclusive exploration.
Our goals are to:
- Promote the acquisition of basic techniques and safe practice
- Equip students with the words and phrases to build a Kinbaku vocabulary
- Build variety of style by inviting Tutors from different backgrounds to teach
- Increase awareness of Kinbaku as an art form
Our events will be:
- Intro to Rope – regular beginner level workshops
- Rope Salon – practice space for all levels of skill
- Twisted – a night of performance and social tying
- Masterclasses and Workshops – Topic led workshops by specialist tutors
Where to find us?
The majority of our events are in the Greater Glasgow area. Please check out the events section to see what is on.
