This workshop—which requires prior experience with two-rope Takate-Kote and the basics of working with suspension lines (see below for details)—focuses specifically on the diverse creative and playful possibilities of rope bondage. Ropes on the body and the shapes they create are, in themselves, a unique experience and aesthetically compelling. We want to go a step further by exploring the creative and emotional potential of power dynamics and sharpening our presence in the creation of playful scenes.
ABOUT PARTIAL SUSPENSION
In Japanese-inspired bondage art, there is a technique called suspension bondage, in which the bound person is hoisted up and suspended using ropes attached to a hook on the ceiling or a beam. This technique, which requires great skill and looks spectacular, also offers a unique sensory experience, which we will explore in this course through partial suspensions. We will teach the basic technical knowledge and, through various exercises and bondage patterns, discover the restrictive, playful, and aesthetic potential of this form—taking bondage play to a new dimension.
Prerequisites:
The PARTIAL SUSPENSION: CREATIVITY & PLAY workshop requires prior attendance at PARTIAL SUSPENSION I (or equivalent knowledge) or a combination of foundational knowledge gained through attendance at an INTRO DAY or FLOORWORK course and the CHEST HARNESS & SUSPENSION LINES – PREPARATION & REPETITION workshop the day before.
SCHEDULE
SHIBARI BASICS – CHEST HARNESS & SUSPENSION LINES
Fri, Mar 15, 2024 - 5:00 PM–10:30 PM
PARTIAL SUSPENSION II
Sat, Mar 16, 2024 - 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Sun, Mar 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
The end of the course may be slightly delayed for this event.
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 would like to thank you in advance for your support.
For people with very low incomes, there are usually additional options available for even lower prices.
Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. We'd love to have you join us!
The days can also be booked separately:
FRIDAY
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
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
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
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
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 people in all other types of relationships are welcome to sign up.
We will switch roles, meaning 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 group dynamics 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 random partner combinations during the exercises. This means that both same-sex and opposite-sex combinations will occur. Participants should generally be open to working with every person and every 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."
We reserve the right to ask participants to leave the workshop if their behavior is hurtful or problematic, and we reserve the right to do so without explanation—though we will likely try to explain. 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 paying a higher fee. With this in mind, we thank you in advance for your solidarity.
For PEOPLE WITH VERY LOW INCOMES, there are usually even more affordable options available. Please don’t hesitate to contact 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 waiting list or another way for you to attend after all.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations are free of charge up to eight weeks before the course begins; a cancellation fee of 20% of the course fee applies up to four weeks before the course begins, and a cancellation fee of 50% applies up to two weeks before the course begins. 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.