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SHIBARI BASICS: PARTIAL SUSPENSION – FIRST STEPS UP


  • serrat(u)s bodywork – Zurich 40 Zwinglistrasse Zurich, ZH, 8004 Switzerland (Map)

Photo: Hannes Wiedemann


While in our floorwork classes—such as SHIBARI BASICS – FLOORWORK I —we stay on the mat, inShibari Basics Partial Suspension we risea little off the ground.

In Japanese-inspired bondage art, there is a technique called suspension bondage, in which the bound person is lifted and suspended using ropes attached to a hook on the ceiling or a beam. This technique, which requires a great deal of skill and looks spectacular, also offers a unique sensual experience, which we will explore in this course through partial suspensions. We’ll teach you the basic technical knowledge and, through various exercises and bondage patterns, explore the restrictive, playful, and aesthetic potential of this form—taking bondage to a whole new level.

SHIBARI BASICS PARTIAL SUSPENSION: FIRST STEPS UP begins on Friday—see SHIBARI BASICS – INTRO DAY —is also suitable for beginners. It’s also possible to book just Friday as a trial day. Those who already know the basics can start on Saturday instead.


SCHEDULE
INTRO DAY
Fri, Dec. 15, 2023 - 5:00 PM–10:30 PM
PARTIAL SUSPENSION I
Sat, Dec. 16, 2023 - 11:00 AM–9:** PM
Sun, Dec. 17, 2023 - 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
The end time for this event may be slightly delayed.

LANGUAGES
German, English

HOSTED BY
Matís d'Arc

Choose your ticket price based on your own assessment.

With our Low(er) Income Tickets, we want to give low-income individuals the opportunity to attend our events.

We cordially invite high earners to make it with a higher contribution possible for us to make this offer.

With that in mind, we thank you in advance for your solidarity.

For people with particularly low incomes, there are usually additional options available for even lower prices.

Please don't hesitate to write to us and ask any questions. We'd love to have you join us!

The days can also be booked separately:

FRIDAY
Suitable for beginners

WORKSHOP FEE PER PERSON

Regular Tickets - the average price we aim for
: CHF 160.00

Low(er) Income Tickets - Get Support!
I – CHF 140.00
II – CHF 120.00
III – CHF 100.00

High(er) Income Tickets - show your support!
I – CHF 180.00
II – CHF 200.00
III – CHF 220.00

FRIDAY, SATURDAY
Suitable for beginners

WORKSHOP FEE PER PERSON

Regular Tickets—the average price we aim for
: CHF 380.00

Low(er) Income Tickets - Get Support!
I – CHF 340.00
II – CHF 300.00
III – CHF 260.00

High(er) Income Tickets - Show Your Support!
I – CHF 420.00
II – CHF 460.00
III – CHF 500.00

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Suitable for beginners

WORKSHOP FEE PER PERSON

Regular Tickets - the average price we aim for
: CHF 470.00

Low(er) Income Tickets - Get Support!
I – CHF 420.00
II – CHF 370.00
III – CHF 320.00

High(er) Income Tickets - show your support!
I – CHF 520.00
II – CHF 570.00
III – CHF 620.00

 

SATURDAY & SUNDAY
for people with basics - Single Column Tie, Simple Leg and Chest Bondage, Some Bondage Routine

WORKSHOP FEE PER PERSON

Regular Tickets - the average price we aim for
: CHF 320.00

Low(er) Income Tickets - Get Support!
I – CHF 290.00
II – CHF 260.00
III – CHF 230.00

High(er) Income Tickets - Show your support!
I – CHF 350.00
II – CHF 380.00
III – CHF 410.00

SATURDAY
for people with basics - single column tie, simple leg and chest bondage, some bondage routine

WORKSHOP FEE PER PERSON

Regular Tickets - the average price we aim for
: CHF 230.00

Low(er) Income Tickets - get support!
I – CHF 205.00
II – CHF 180.00
III – CHF 155.00

High(er) Income Tickets — show your support!
I – CHF 255.00
II – CHF 280.00
III – CHF 305.00

Please also read all further info below, too.


 

FURTHER INFORMATION

NOTES ON THE EVENT

Singles, couples, and all other types of relationships are welcome to sign up.

We’ll be switching roles—that is, the exercises will be repeated so that all participants get to experience both tying and being tied up. Couples who do not wish to switch roles may remain in their assigned roles. Please let us know when you register if this applies to you.

The goals of our events are collaborative learning within the group, supporting shared processes, and personal development. Couples and all other types of partnerships or arrangements are welcome, but you should be aware and open to the fact that the courses are not designed as partnership experiences and that we address each person as an individual. For example: To involve all participants equally, we usually work with randomly assigned partner combinations during the exercises. This means there will be both same-sex and opposite-sex pairings. Participants should generally be open to working with any person and any body. Exceptions can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Gender identity, sexual orientation, age or membership of often marginalized groups such as BBIPoC, migrants, refugees, LGBTQIA*, disabled people, etc. are not criteria when registering and selecting participants. This means that, in principle, everyone is equally welcome and we endeavor to do justice to the respective constellation and different needs, but our resources are limited. If you have any questions in this regard, please contact us.

We expect you to act with care, be communicative, prioritize consent, and be mindful, and we encourage you to respect your own boundaries and take personal responsibility.
Hate speech will not be tolerated. Please bring “Candy Speech” with you.
We reserve the right to ask participants to leave the workshop if their behavior is harmful or overly problematic, and we reserve the right to do so without explanation—though we will likely try to explain it. The workshop fees would then be refunded in full. Any further claims are excluded.

You can read more about this topic here.

PRICES AND IF SOLD OUT

With our Low(er) Income Tickets, we want to give low-income individuals the opportunity to attend our events. We warmly invite those with higher incomes to help us make this offer possible by contributing a bit more. With that in mind, we thank you in advance for your solidarity.

For PEOPLE WITH PARTICULARLY LOW INCOMES, there is usually the option of even lower prices. Please don't hesitate to write to us and ask. We'd love to have you join us!

Is the event sold out on the ticketing platform? Contact us! There may be a waitlist or another way for you to attend after all.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations are free of charge up to eight weeks before the course begins; up to four weeks before the course begins, a cancellation fee of 20% of the course fee applies; and up to two weeks before the course begins, a cancellation fee of 50% applies. Later cancellations and refunds of course fees are not possible. However, participants may find replacement participants to take their reserved spots. If the organizer cancels the course, the full course fee will be refunded. No further claims are permitted.

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