ShibaRicon 2015

EVENT SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
EVENT SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE - CONTD
SHIBARICON 2015 STAFF

MITTENS
DIANA
SIR C
VANESSA VERONIQUE
PERSIAN
GRACE
HAR-DON
PUP AXEL
OTTOBOT
BRIANX
LADY KAY
PSYCHOKITTY
KHARMA
ROWANSPEAK
EERINA
SWITCH SADE
KELLY
PENDRAGON
UNCLE VLAD
MUGSIE
OLD TOM
-SURRENDER
DUCKSOUP
KITTEH BEHIND THE CURTAIN

PRODUCER & DIRECTOR, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING
PRESENTER LIAISON, PROGRAMMING ADVISER
ADVERTISING SALES; ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT,
PROGRAMMING
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT, OPERATIONS; SPECIAL
PROJECTS
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICAL OPERATIONS
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT MANAGER
FACILITIES COORDINATOR
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF STAFFING AND SPECIAL
EVENTS
REGISTRATION TEAM COORDINATOR
ASSISTANT REGISTRATION COORDINATOR
MERCHANDISE SALES COORDINATOR
MEDICAL TEAM COORDINATOR
SAFETY MONITOR TEAM COORDINATOR
SECURITY COORDINATOR, VENDOR LIAISON
ASSOCIATE SECURITY COORDINATOR
ASSISTANT VENDOR LIAISON, SPECIAL PROJECTS
APPLICATION DEVELOPER, SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
WEBMASTER, SPECIAL PROJECTS, PROGRAMMING
ADVISER
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Volunteers
Shibaricon is lucky to have a wonderful team of volunteers who work hard throughout
the event to make it the best it can be. The outpouring of support from both goodwill
and hardship volunteers this year has been incredible. We are grateful to be part of such
a wonderful community. Thank you to all our volunteers for everything you do to make
Shibaricon run smoothly.

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SHIBARICON EVENT RULES

Please read and understand these rules. They are for your safety and comfort, as well as the safety and comfort of those around you. If you have a
problem with anyone at the event or notice disregard for these rules that could put the event in jeopardy please notify Security or Staff immediately.
Unwillingness to follow instructions from Security or Staff may result in your removal from this and all future Shibaricon events.
BADGES
EMERGENCIES
You must wear your wristband AND badge at all times during Shibaricon.
In the event of a medical emergency or problem remain clear of the area and
The wristband is designed to be worn for the duration of the event. You
let the appropriate personnel do their jobs. Please respect the privacy and
will not be permitted to enter any portion of the event without BOTH your
dignity of anybody involved and do not stand around to watch or ask for or
badge AND wristband. If you lose your badge or wristband please contact
spread information if you are not directly involved in the situation. Event
registration immediately.
Staff will communicate with attendees and emergency personnel when it is
appropriate.
In any event as large as Shibaricon, there may be times when individuals who
dont belong attempt to get into the play spaces or classrooms. Prominently
ATTIRE
displaying your wristband - ON YOUR WRIST - and wearing your name
All attendees must dress appropriately in all public areas of the hotel, parking
badge helps us quickly detect people who shouldnt be at the event. If you
areas and surrounding community. Local businesses are NOT a part of our
see someone who appears to be too young or has no identification please
event and everyday vanilla attire and behavior is required. Simply dressing
notify Security immediately.
street-legal in the public areas of the hotel is not acceptable. You should be
DRESSED, not just covered. Lets not be our own worst enemy.
PHOTOGRAPHY & CELL PHONE USAGE
Shibaricon is a private event. For the privacy and safety of all of our
NUDITY & CLEANLINESS
attendees photography is not allowed and will result in immediate removal
Per hotel policy, when in contact with hotel furniture, either you or the
from the event. You may not use photographic equipment or devices with
furniture must be properly covered. Please be mindful that fabric chairs are
picture-taking capability in the event space. Any photographic device found
difficult to clean and sanitize. The hotel has made this simple request and
in the event space may be confiscated and all data and film destroyed before
will provide plenty of clean towels and a bin for dirty linen. This common
being returned to its owner. Cell phones, whether or not they have the
courtesy is important to the hotel. Please respect their wishes.
capability to take pictures, may not be used anywhere in the event space. If
ALCOHOL, ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
you are using your cell phone you will be removed from the event. Event
Alcohol, smoking, and illegal substances, are prohibited in the event space.
Staff will have internal and external communication devices in case of
Smoking is only allowed in designated areas of the hotel. Illegal substances,
emergency.
use or transfer, will result in immediate and permanent ejection from the
ELECTRONICS POLICY
event.
As stated above, use of devices with cameras is not permitted in the event
DRINKING
space. This includes but is not limited to phones, netbooks, laptops, tablets
We encourage you to have a good time during the event. If you choose to
and any devices that may come with recording capabilities, whether or not a
drink, please do so responsibly. You may be ejected from the event if your
functioning camera is installed and visible. Because most devices now come
behavior interferes with the enjoyment of others or removed from the play
with cameras and technology as such that photos and video can be instantly
areas if you appear to be intoxicated.
uploaded, confiscation is useless. If you are seen using one of the devices
FOOD & DRINK
listed above while in the event space you will be removed from the event
Food & drink in the event space is discouraged, with the exception of water,
without a refund.
juices, soft drinks, coffee or tea. Exceptions may be made for medical
LOST AND FOUND
conditions. No food or drink may be served in the event space if it is not
If you find something, bring it to Security. If you lose anything, notify
purchased from the hotel. This includes bringing in pizza, donuts, bagels, etc.
Security.
You can, of course, have whatever youd like in your hotel room.
EVENT STAFF & SECURITY
BEHAVIOR
Obey all Shibaricon Staff, Security and Safety Monitors. Failure to obey
There is always someone who you think ought to be elsewhere. Please
Staff will result in your immediate removal from the event. If you have
refrain from any behavior that interferes with the ability of others to
trouble of any nature, please contact Security or a Staff member.
deliver their lecture, demonstration or workshop and postpone all personal
HOTEL STAFF
confrontations until after the event. If you feel that you are the subject of
Be respectful, pleasant and appropriate to the hotel staff. Lets make sure we
rude or improper behavior, please notify Security.
are welcome back in the future.
EVENT STAFF
PARKING
Please follow all instructions received from Event Staff. Should you have a
Parking is permitted only in designated spaces. Your car will be towed if
problem with those instructions please bring your concerns to the Security
parked in an inappropriate space.
or info table and we will assist you. Failure to follow instructions from the
Event Staff or interfering with their work may result in being removed from a
STATE LAWS
particular activity or ejection from the event.
Obey all federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
IN THE EVENT OF FIRE
SOLICITATION
Security will direct you to the nearest exit. Should no Staff be near your
Prostitution, solicitation and negotiation of payment for sexual services are
ILLEGAL and will not be tolerated. Violation will result in ejection from this location, proceed to the nearest exit. Do not take time to gather up your toys
or other belongings. Your safety is more important. The sooner we clear an
and all future Shibaricon events.
area, the better for emergency personnel.
PUBLIC AREAS
VENDING
In public areas of the hotel it is expected that your behavior and attire will be
Vending from cars, hotel rooms, or other parts of the event is PROHIBITED
appropriate for a vanilla public environment. Alienating other guests or hotel
unless authorized in advance by an officer of Shibaricon. Unauthorized
employees will only cause problems for the event. Do not play or test new
vending may result in ejection from this and any future Shibaricon.
toys in the parking lots or anywhere in public view.
FLYERS
DAMAGE TO THE HOTEL
No handbills or flyers may be distributed without advance permission from an
Do not tie yourself or anyone to any hotel fixture such as towel racks, shower
officer of Shibaricon.
curtain rods, closet rods, sprinkler heads, pipes, plumbing, pillars etc. Be
careful that your play does not damage walls, fixtures, furniture, bedding
A FINAL NOTE & PLEA FOR COMMON SENSE
or carpets in the rooms or the event space. You will be held personally
The rules apply to EVERYONE. Dont sneak a picture, park illegally or
responsible for any damage you cause or participate in.
dress/behave inappropriately outside the event space. Your good behavior
may inspire others, and your bad behavior will affect us all. Please use
common sense in what you wear and do both in the hotel and in the
community, and please alert a Shibaricon staff member or Security if you
observe conditions or situations that put the event or its attendees at risk.
SHIBARICON PLAYSPACE RULES

All Play Space Rules are in effect throughout the event, in all areas of the event space, not just during play time. Please direct any
questions to a Play Space Monitor or Security before you play. Unwillingness to follow instructions from Play Space Monitors,
Security or Shibaricon staff may result in your removal from the play space, event and all future Shibaricon functions.
CONSENT
MESSY SCENES
By your entry into the Play Space, you acknowledge that you have
Food play, or any similarly messy play, is not allowed in the event
read these rules, understand and will abide by them, and that you
space. Please use good judgment with regard to anything messy, or
assume all risks incident to your attendance at this event.
potentially messy. Shibaricon cant afford a cleaning bill and we are
not able to hose down the Hyatt Regency.
ETIQUETTE
Normal party etiquette is required. Do not interfere with a scene. Do
SAFER SEX
not touch anyones body or equipment without permission. You are
Safer sex practices are required for all activities. Safer sex supplies
not required to say or do anything. Watching is acceptable, although
will be available from the Medical Staff. Genital to genital contact
you must maintain a safe distance from a scene in progress. Please
and sexual intercourse is prohibited in the event space. If you need
keep laughter, conversation and comments to a minimum. Please use
clarification please see a Safety Monitor.
the social area for socializing. Loud talking, or screaming during a
CLEANING & SAFETY SUPPLIES
scene is disruptive to others and is discouraged.
Cleaning supplies are available throughout the play space. If you
SAFETY SHEARS
need a tarp or drop cloth please ask a Safety Monitor for one. You
As this is a rope bondage event it is expected that everyone (top,
are expected to clean up after yourself, leaving all equipment free of
bottom, switch, butcher, baker & candlestick maker) will have a pair
sweat, bodily fluids, lubricants, etc. Bring bodily fluid contamination
of safety shears or similarly effective cutting tool within easy reach,
to the attention of a Safety Monitor.
(i.e. not buried at the bottom of a full bag of toys). In the event that
CELL PHONES & ELECTRONIC DEVICES
there is an emergency and your shears are somehow not available,
NO CELL PHONES OR RESTRICTED ELECTRONIC DEVICES
all Safety Monitors, Security & Staff will have safety shears handy.
ARE ALLOWED IN THE EVENT SPACE, including the social areas
Please dont hesitate to ask for help if you need it.
and hallways. Please see the Electronics Policy for a list of restricted
SAFETY MONITORS
devices. If you need to make a call, please leave the event space
Safety Monitors (DMs) must be obeyed. If someone is violating
entirely. If you are seen in the event space using a mobile phone or
rules or bothering you please notify a Safety Monitor or Security.
other restricted device, you will be removed from the event. In an
Some of our rules are based on hotel policy and we cannot always
emergency Staff, Security and Medics will have internal and external
grant exceptions. Dont shoot the messenger. Safety Monitors are
communication devices.
there for your protection and to ensure a safe and comfortable play
LIABILITY
environment for all. Please be cooperative and treat them with
Neither Shibaricon, its Officers, the management, volunteers, owners,
respect.
or operators of the facilities, nor any agents, successors or assigns
SAFE WORDS
of any of the foregoing shall be liable to any attendee for injury to
The house safe word for Stop is Red and the house Caution
person or property incurred as a result of attendance at this event.
word is Yellow. A Safety Monitor will intervene in a scene if the
Top does not respond appropriately when one of these words is used.
A loudly-shouted Safe word! will also be interpreted as a call for
outside assistance.
EQUIPMENT USAGE & TIME LIMITS
Do not monopolize equipment; others want to play too. Due to
past issues, there is now a limit of 2 hours on a piece of equipment.
Your time does not start over if you begin playing with a different
person. Exceptions will be made at the discretion of Staff based
on the number of people in the play space. If you require further
clarification or believe someone has exceeded the 2 hour time limit,
please see a Safety Monitor.
Attendees are forbidden from moving equipment in the play space.
If you would like something moved, please see a Safety Monitor.
Got sexual
Disregard for this rule will result in removal from the play space and
science?
possibly the event.
CommunityELECTRICITY USAGE
Nothing may be plugged into any electrical outlet in the event space.
Academic
Please see a Safety Monitor if you need clarification.
Consortium for
NO OPEN FLAME
Due to hotel policy, there will be no open flame or fire of any kind
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allowed in the event space. This includes but is not limited to
Alternative
matches, lighters and candles. Please check with a Safety Monitor if
you need clarification.
Sexualities
RESTRICTED ACTIVITIES
No kidnapping role play/scene, breath play or electrical play is
allowed without prior permission from a Safety Monitor or Shibaricon
Staff. Any device which sends an electrical charge into the body may
not be connected to any portion of the anatomy above the waist.
BLOOD & BODILY FLUIDS
Play which is expected or likely to result in broken skin or discharge
of bodily fluids must utilize appropriate barriers and precautions
Be an explorer! Support scholarship and research on BDSM, Fetish,
to protect equipment, attendees and hotel fixtures from surface or
Polyamory, Swinging, and Kink
airborne contact. Sharps may not be used over carpet or uncovered
equipment, and must be disposed of in appropriate puncture-proof
To find out more, check out https://carasresearch.org or contact
containers.
info@carasresearch.org
Please give consideration to the protection of those around you as you
decide where and how to play. If your scene cannot be contained, it is
not appropriate for the space.
PRESENTER BIOS
-ELWOODElwood found the Toronto local scene in 2008.
Currently, loves pushing the boundaries of kink for
science!! Explores all sorts of creative and sadistic
ideas from the basic to diabolical. From Duck Hunt
multi-girl suspensions to Anal Hook Tug Of War,
debauchery is just another casual Sunday afternoon!
Long ago, Before that he was tying terrible hog ties at
Scouts for kicks, having skipping rope banned at school
and other things he shouldnt write here. So, its nice to
finally find a wonderful outlet for his malevolence! He
quite enjoys helping kinksters where he can, and honoured to be a part of the
scene! Also, He runs a weekly kink radio show: TheUndergroundSexShow.
com, Has been the tech director of the Morpheous Bondage Extravaganza
since 2009, Holds monthly kink parties at Subspace in Toronto, teaches 3-4
monthly classes on a variety of kink workshops, and loves fet photography!
When the screams stop being sexy!-Effective Rolling negotiations
(Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL A)
BEN HART
Ben Hart is pretty mean for a guy with blue eyes. He
blends many styles and techniques to create a flexible
approach to rope for the purpose of challenging his
partners while creating an intimate space together. He is
a co-organizer of Toronto Rope Bite and NARIX.
Quickie Ties (Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL F)
Partial Suspension for Impact Play (Saturday 2:30 PM
- 4:00 PM LONDON)
JD-66
JDs style of rope has developed over many years into what has been
described as a Japanese inspired style of Kinbaku. He has been described as
tying to engage not only the bottoms body, but their mind. He ties without
preconceived ideas and brings fluidity to a scene without a preplanned end
point or pose.
He is heavily involved in the Toronto rope scene; teaching at The Toronto
Kinbaku Salon, co-organizing the Toronto Rope Bite and assisting with the
GTA Rope Social (GTARS).
Hip Harness (Koshi Nawa) and a Mermaid Tie
(Friday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM PARIS)
BARKAS & ADDIE TAHL
Barkas is one of the 4 licenced Osada Ryu instructors of
the world and Deshi of Osada Steve Sensei as well as of
Nawashi Kanna Sensei. He developed his own, very
specific style Ranboo, which is a higly dynamical and
stormy way of doing and thinking Kinbaku. Besides his
work as a Kinbaku teacher and performer all over the
world, he cooperates with different artists and arts
institutions.
Barkas is going to present his ideas of kinbaku together
with his partner Addie Tahl.
Newaza Part 1 (Friday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL D/E)
Newaza Part 2 (PT 1 REQUIRED) (Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL D/E)
Ranboo: Barkas style (Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL D/E)
Osada Ryu and Advanced Suspensions Part 1
(Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL B/C)
Osada Ryu and Advanced Suspensions Part 2
(PT 1 REQUIRED) (Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL B/C)
ROPERAIDEN & TWISTED PHOENIX
RopeRaiden and Twisted Phoenix hail from the Midwest
and are experienced in many forms of BDSM play. Their
passion and love is rope, rope bondage and energy.
Raiden is a switch that has has excelled in the rope art
community. Phoenix is a female dominant who happens
to love being a rope bottom and is an accomplished rope
top in her own right. Their perspectives from both sides,
top and bottom, make classes fun and informative! They
have studied and learned from some of the best rope
artists in the United States and the world. They bring
their unique style of humor, humility, and personality to many different events
across the US. They are VERY excited to be teaching once again at
Shibaricon.
BallBari Kinballku - Tying up boy parts
(Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL A)
BAD KITTY BONDAGE (KAT & DHYANA)
Bad Kitty Bondage is a shibari-inspired rope art duo headed up by Kat and
Dhyana. Together, BadKitty Bondage has tied for performance, photography,
and film. Kat and Dhyana enjoy tying, being tied, and having fun with self
bondage. They also enjoy sharing their knowledge of rope in fun, lighthearted
classes. BadKitty Bondage has led a number of classes at local rope groups in
San Antonio and Chicago including rope bottoming, predicament, suspension,
and shibari basics.
Rope Bottoming 101 (Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL A)
-EMBased in Memphis, Tennessee, -EM- is a rope artist and

whip enthusiast whose interests lie in pushing his
bottoms in strenuous yet beautiful poses. With years of
experience learning rope from various artists across
North America. His interpretation of Japanese bondage
allows us to view the intricacies of the human body, their
manipulation, and the beauty of strain. -EM-s
dedication to the practice of whips stems from his
interests in technique, skill, and accuracy with regard to
all forms of S&M play. With a drive for perfection and a
penchant for suffering, he has learned to combine the art of restraint with the
intense kiss of a whip.
Basics of the Box Tie (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM LONDON)
Fundamentals of Dynamic Suspension
(Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL B/C)
Making Suspension Sexy (Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL D/E)
TIGER AIKO
I am a rope model from Tokyo, Japan, and have had the
honour to have performed with many great Nawashi in
Japan. I also perform self-suspension and aerial shows.
Rope Bottoming: Exercises for the Body and Mind
(Friday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL F)
MURPHY BLUE
Always prepared with a smile, a joke, or a length
of rope, Murphy Blue has been bringing his rope
knowledge and style wherever he could. Murphy tries to
focus not just on the hows of tying, but the frequently
forgotten whys. The interplay of people and energy
through rope and gestures is something that should be
passed along. Murphy does his best to assist with that.
He travels the country with the lovely ladies of Team
Blue, sharing insight, gaining knowledge, and saving
the world, one knot at a time.
Intro to Suspension Part I: The Pre-Flight Check
(Friday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL B/C)
Intro to Suspension Part II:The First Flight
(Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL B/C)
BOSSBONDAGE
BossBondage has been involved in the BDSM
community for a decade. He is the founder and president
of The West Coast Assholes(www.westcoastassholes.
com), an edge players advocacy group which focuses on
edge-ucation within the community. He also serves as
the vice president of the Portland Leather Alliance. Boss
recently received mainstream attention, working as the
bondage consultant on the music video for def jam
recording artists Electrik Red
For 5 Years he has operated His own professional
dungeon The Asylum(asylumdungeon.com). Born from his love of hemp
bondage rope, He started BossBondage.com in 2002, where He produces
Hemp Bondage rope in a multitude of sizes and colors. Boss has been a body
piercer since 1995 and operates PlayPiercingKits.com which sells play
piercing kits and medical kink accessories. For over 5 years he ran his own
local fetish night where he routinely taught workshops, and tied up hundreds
of people. Boss is an Oregon state licensed body piercer who has been
piercing since 1995, and often teaches needle play classes.
Boss does not get too tied down to titles and just considers Himself to be a
bondage artist. In the last several years, through intensive performance of
bondage, as well as offering private instruction to a wide variety of people,
He has developed a unique style. He is self taught and combines western and
Asian bondage styles. Boss was the winner of the 2006 In the woods Bondage
contest, and has been nominated for a pantheon of leather award. Boss is a
full time BDSM educator and has taught throughout the United States,
Canada and Europe. BossBondage is a proud sponsor of shibaricon 2015 and
will be returning for his eighth year in a row as a shibaricon instructor
Partial Suspension from the Floor, Through the Body and Up
(Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM LONDON)
Hillbilly Hojojutsu (Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM FLORENCE)
PEDRO CORDAS
Pedros obsession with rope started in 2003 with Osada Steve at Studio 6,
Tokyo. In 2004, a new journey began when he had classes with Nawashi
Akechi Denki Sensei. After the senseis death (2005-07-25), he remained
studying with Nawashi Kanna (formerly Akechi Kanna) - both of whom
remain strong influences today in his personalized style. He frequently
travels to Japan to keep alive his passion of rope studies & research. Pedros
amazing odyssey in kinbaku has allowed him to meet/see/learn from so many
great people; such as Yukimura Haruki, Nureki Chimuo, Randa Mai, Miura
Takumi, Hajime Kinoko, Naka Akira to quote just a few...
Jazz Shibari: Improvising (Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM VIENNA)
Building a Mummy (Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PARIS)
DOV
Dov is a NYC based artist, photographer, sculptor,
educator; Japanese rope bondage and single tail whip
fanatic, computer geek and just has way too many
hobbies. He has been in the NYC scene since 1993 and
is a TES board Emeritus.
Hogties Workshop
(Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL F)
Arm Binders (Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL A)
Foiling the Escape Artist
(Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL A)
DUNTER
I was born and grew up in the Montreal region, where I
still live today. I once co-founded a dungeon in Montreal
and have been a dungeon-master at many others over the
years. In more recent years, I have taken on the role as
the workshop coordinator for the Montreal Fetish
Weekend, I am an instructor and suspension expert there
and at the Kinky Festival in Montreal, among other
events.
I was always surrounded by ropes and perversion during
a long military career where I learned the technical side
of rigging and have passed the last 20 years learning the more pleasurable
side of rigging. Ropes were one of my first toys when I entered the BDSM
world as they were inexpensive and easy to use, but have stayed with me to
this day. They are now are my specialty and what I feel most passionately
about.
Secrets of Hojojutsu (Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM VIENNA)
Dynamic Suspension (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL B/C)
Fast Bondage (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM LONDON)
Predicament Bondage (Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM LONDON)
ALENI DV8 (DE VIATE)
Alenis home is DV8House in Sydney where she has
lived with her Master Mark for the past 13 years. Since
1999 Aleni has travelled all over the world and trained
with some extraordinary Masters, Mistresses and leather
families earning herself a reputation as one of the most
experienced lifestyle Mistresses in Australia. Aleni has
taught, advised and educated countless female tops and
dominants over the years from her base in Sydney at
DV8House and internationally. Her classes focus on
encouraging novice female tops and dominants to use
the materials of kink to establish dominance in play. Writer, artist, mother,
Mistress, slave and friend; Aleni has written for various Kink Magazines,
contributed to Art shows, founded girls lists, kink art co op and believes in
100% participation in life.
Rope By Touch (Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PARIS)
Speed Negotiation (Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL A)
Sensual Rope Connections (With Mark DV8 (De Viate))
(Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL B/C)
LANI DV8 (DE VIATE)
The adventure began in 2006 on one of my first visits to
Hellfire, Sydney. Here I met a man called Mark (who Id
heard very good things about); including that he loved to
tie people up. I smiled at him and asked: Excuse me? If
youre not busy would you like to tie me? His answer
was: Hell yeah! I soon discovered the magic beneath
the strands and Mark has been tying me ever since.
Together we have perfected our own unique style of
Japanese inspired rope bondage. I fast became known
for my signature rapid transitions and acrobatic
manoeuvres in rope suspension, and earned the local nickname of flygirl,
which stuck - and has followed me all over the world. We both get so much
satisfaction out of inspiring other like-minded people and friends along the
way through our performances and workshops - whilst never forgetting that
rope is our pleasure.
Self Suspension for Performance (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM VIENNA)
The DV8 Hojo Hishi - Air (With Mark DV8 (De Viate))
(Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL B/C)
DV8 Hojo Futomomo (With Mark DV8 (De Viate))
(Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM INTL D/E)
MARK DV8 (DE VIATE)
Mark is renowned for teaching and performing advanced
Japanese rope bondage. His performance style combines
his intense sensuality, undeniable dominance and innate
skill. Each performance is a creation of dynamic
Japanese rope bondage and SM imagery.
In 2006 Mark travelled to Japan to tie with his friend
Osada Steve. This friendship with Steve has had a strong
influence on his bondage style, which follows in the
Akechi Denki lineage. Mark has always believed in the
importance of spending time with people of interest for
inspiration and has tied many times with his friend Hajime Kinoko, after
accepting an invitation to perform at the inaugural Toubaku in 2011. Most
recently Mark and Nawashi Kanna have shared quality time together
exploring rope forms, to further embed the Akechi Denki traditions in Marks
rope style. Mark has also spent time tying with Yukimura Haruki and both
have similar beliefs regarding erotic rope energy.
Sensual Rope Connections (Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL B/C)
The DV8 Hojo Hishi - Air (Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL B/C)
DV8 Hojo Futomomo (Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM INTL D/E)
GIOTTO
Giotto has been in the public scene for 6 years and has
played at home for more than 14. 6 years ago he found a
passion for rope and set out to master it. He has an
obsession with making the finest quality bondage rope in
the world. His mottoes in rope are: Rope Bondage is
Easy and Fun and The basics of rope bondage are not
edge play. Some would consider Giottos sadism
extreme, but really it is just the adult version of pulling
the hair of a girl he likes on the playground to get her
attention.
Tying the TK: Practical Hands On Class
(Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PARIS)
LEE HARRINGTON
Lee Harrington is an internationally known spiritual and
erotic authenticity educator, gender explorer, eclectic
artist and award-winning author and editor on human
erotic and sacred experience. His works include Shibari
You Can Use: Japanese Rope Bondage and Erotic
Macrame, Sacred Kink: The Eightfold Paths of BDSM
and Beyond, More Shibari You Can Use: Passionate
Rope Bondage and Intimate Connection, Playing Well
With Others: Your Guide to Discovering, Exploring and
Negotiating the Kink, Leather and BDSM Communities
(with Mollena Williams), and the anthology Rope, Bondage and Power.
Well known for his fun and informative approach to education, he approaches
sexuality as yet another art to master, or simply an art to enjoy to its fullest!
He has been an active part of the international kink and sex positive
communities for 18 years, blogging about sex and spirit since 1998, and has a
regularly occurring podcast. Learn more at www.PassionAndSoul.com.
Turning Ties Inward: Finding Your Path and Desires in/with Rope
Bondage (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL A)
Bondage and Breath (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL A)
GenderQueer Bondage: Rope for People Between and Beyond
(Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL A)
Elemental Bondage: Rope Bondage for Connection, Energy and Passion
(Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PARIS)
HEBARI HARUISAMU
Hebari has been doing rope since 1992 and Japanese
style rope since around 2005. Since then he has had the
privilege of learning from some of the great Japanese
masters Arisue GO, Hajime Kinoko, Osada Steve,
Kazami Ranki, Nawashi Kanna and Yukimura Haruki. In
2014 Hebari was made an accredited instructor of
Yukimura Ryu.
Hebari is also the publisher of the Naturally Twisted
website, a great free shibari educational resource and the
head instructor of the Sydney rope dojo.
The Sydney Rope Dojo Takate Kote
(Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM VIENNA)
Suspension Teppou (Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL B/C)
Introduction To Yukimura Style (Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM FLORENCE)
HEDWIG
Hedwig is a queer, poly femme switch residing in
London, loves Shibari and Kinbaku. She is founded
Hitchin Bitches, an international female riggers network
as well as teaching and studying rope internationally.
Hedwig is passionate about communication, rope
bondage, safer sex and consent culture, physical
sensations, vulnerability, gender politics and
communities working together.
Freestyle Floorwork
(Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM PARIS)
Lets Teppou (Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL D/E)
Consent and Negotiation for Beginners (With Psychokitty)
SAKI KAMIJOO
I have had an interest in SM for over 20 years, but it was
back in 1996 that I opened the door and stepped into my
first SM club. I then started mixing Shibari into the gigs
that I would do with my band, Kalra, using ties that I
remembered seeing in SM clubs in Tokyo and Osaka. As
the Shibari accompanied the music, I realized that the
pacing of my Shibari needed to match the music, and so
modified the ties, streamlining them and making them
more efficient. In 2003 I began to run an SM Bar in
Juso, Osaka; the daily shows gave me a chance to
practice my shibari repeatedly, for the subsequent 7 years. As well as
performing in shows throughout Japan, I have also performed overseas. On
most nights when youll find me at the Vampire Squid, a dive bar that I own
just under the train tracks in Kobe, Japan.
Wakisarashi and its Place in the History of Shibari

(Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL D/E)
Hip-Harness (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL D/E)
Takete-Gote (Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL D/E)
NAWASHI KANNA
Nawashi Kanna is one of the main Deshi of the Grand Master Akechi Denki.
His style derives many of its forms from Hojojutsu ties that show an intricate
pattern of elegant ropes in the back, balanced by minimal and clean lines on
the front.
His Kinbaku is restrictive and often includes forms of breath control, with the
placing of ropes and knots on the upper part of the body.
Ushiro Takate Kote & Upper Body Bindings
(Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL D/E)
Ashi Zemi & Lower Body Bindings
(Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL D/E)
Yuka Shibari: Floor Work (Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM INTL D/E)
EBI MCKNOTTY
Ebi McKnotty is a rope addict based in Quebec City,
Canada. She has been self-tying since 2006, and started
modeling as a bottom in 2007. She started tying others
and self-suspending in 2011 when she learned with the
Ichinawa-Kai in London. It hasnt stopped since. She
travels all over America and Europe to learn and share
her discoveries with her community. Ebi is the cofounder of the North American Rope exchange, also
known as NARIX, a conference dedicated to the
exploration of rope bondage. Grounded in the Japanese
style, her ropes have been described as experimental, sweet, sensual and
sadistic; usually all at the same time.
Connecting with Your Partner Through Rope (Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00
PM VIENNA)
MIDORI
Midori is a long time sexuality educator and rope lover.
Her blend of humor and experience offers students the
opportunity to learn new skills and develop their own
style and mastery - whether at her Rope Dojo,
ForteFemme womens dominance intensives, or in
various classes. Midori wrote the pivotal book The
Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage, the first Englishlanguage instructional book on Shibari; she has also
performed and presented around the world since
beginning her journey with rope artistry in the late 80s.
Her style is solidly Shibari-based & finely honed; yet characterized with a
fluid form and a jazz-like energy that is uniquely Midori. She believes that
mastering all the foundation skills and then blending techniques allows rope
aficionados to create a style that is uniquely and beautifully their own, and
encourages that development. Online: RopeDojo.com, FHP-Inc.com. Twitter /
FaceBook as PlanetMidori FetLife as Midori
Flow & Speed Drills (Part 1) (Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM LONDON)
Flow & Speed Drills (Part 2) (Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM LONDON)
LEON MONKEYFETISH
Leon MonkeyFetish is an international presenter,
performer and artist. He started his public kink life in the
Chicago kink community at one of the munches and
quickly progressed to being president of the local TNG
chapter. He first presented rope at a local BDSM club in
2002 and has presented on rope, rough body play, D/s
dynamics and other kink topics in the years since.
He currently travels the North American continent
teaching and performing rope throughout the year. Hes
happy to share with anyone willing to listen to his
particular brand of deviance and to spend as much time as necessary working
on those who dont.
He serves as Secretary of the Leather Archives & Museum and encourages
you to ask about the organization and spend time perusing their website in
your free time.
Better Rope Bondage with Science (Physics for Good and Evil)
(Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL F)
Shibaricon Wrap Up (Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM VIENNA)
AMY MORGAN
Amys first love and passion has always been Rope
Bondage, which largely could be argued as her gateway
drug into the lifestyle. With extensive experience as a
rope bottom and rope top for nearly fifteen years, her
passion for rope runs deep and cannot be tamed or
bridled. Her rope has evolved quite a lot over the years
and she considers herself a never-ending student of the
craft and counts five great Japanese masters as her
teachers. Amy has presented and performed at numerous
events across the country and abroad. Through rope, she
attempts to help people find themselves, to discover their creativity and their
capacity for overall growth and believes there is much beauty in each person
and sees a part of her purpose as that of nourishing the seed so that the beauty
can bloom. She greatly enjoys sharing her knowledge & passion with others
and currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Introduction to Yoko Tsuri (side suspension)
(Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM FLORENCE)

Establishing and Maintaining Dominance and Control in Rope
(Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM FLORENCE)
MRSB
MrsB is a smart, sexy, sadomasochistic switch who has a
magical supervagina. She enjoys rope, torture, cuddling,
laughter, good conversation, jolly sadists, candid
submissives, and fun-filled, brutal play.
She has been an active member of the Chicago kink
community since 2004, and is a nationally-known
educator and demo-bottom for a wide range of classes
for all kinds of perverts. She has presented for Ohio
SMART (Kinko de Mayo), Adventures in Sexuality
(COPE), Shibari South Florida, Bondage Club Ann
Arbor, Leather SINS, various TNG groups, and three prior Shibaricons. She
teaches semi-regular bondage classes at Chicagos GD2, and is the leader of
Bight Club, (the Chicago Chapter for Hitchin Bitches) a local rope bondage
education and practice group for women.
Beautiful Boys (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL F)
The Feminist Pervert: How BDSM Taught Me About My Feminism and
Gave Me a Voice (Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM INTL A)
NATURALTURN
Naturalturn is a San Francisco Bay Area rope artist. He
has been practicing and advancing beautiful rope art and
teaching workshops for 19 years. Experienced as both a
top and a bottom (with a knack for escaping), he uses
and combines different bondage styles, including several
schools of Japanese-inspired as well as Western
bondage. He ties men and women with a smile in a
playful, sensual, and devious manner. He loves to
explore and ask why, whether it applies to rope folkways
or the universe we live in. Naturalturn is also a fire
dancer and photographer.
Men in Ropes (Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM FLORENCE)
LORD PERCIVAL
Lord Percival (Percy to most) has been active in the scene, both in private
and in public, for four decades. While many of us know him for his
mastery of rope, he also has an extensive knowledge of many other areas
of play, including but not limited to: takedowns, breath play, caning, whips,
electricity, knives, energy play, and mental bondage. Education is a particular
passion of Percys. He has been a teacher, lecturer, mentor, and trainer in
the scene for a quarter century. Currently, he is on the Board of NELA (New
England Leather Alliance) where his role is Director of Programming and
Education.
Hojojutsu: Evil, Nasty Harsh Rope Modied for the Bedroom (Friday
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM VIENNA)
Flying on the Floor (Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM VIENNA)
Pressure Points and Rope (Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM LONDON)
ANDRA POLOUTROPON
Andra Poloutropon is a New York City based rigger with
a strong interest in floorwork transitions. A selfproclaimed style whore, he is fascinated by the myriad
styles of tying and encourages others to make their own
way rather than following a single method as dogma. In
addition to style, he holds an abiding interest in rope
handling and is dedicated to helping people understand
why various decisions are made in rope bondage. He
can regularly be found teaching classes on rope theory,
handling, and style around the greater NY area.
Rope Handling (Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM FLORENCE)
Fucking About with Rope (Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM VIENNA
PSYCHOKITTY
Psychokitty, Shibaricons MC, has been presenting classes to help adults
play for over ten year with emphasis on having fun. He has also helped the
community with business like Wicked Grounds Cafe and KinkBNB.com.
Consent and Negotiation for Beginners
PARKER ROPEBOI
Parker is smiley queer rope enthusiast and versatile
player who enjoys self-tying, tying others, and
occasionally being tied. Since 2009, Parker has
presented rope performances, lessons, and workshops in
North America and Europe. Rope is a versatile medium
that Parker enjoys using to enable and disable different
corporeal possibilities and to suspend bodies in space. In
terms of technique, Parker is mainly known for
innovative self-suspensions and highly dynamic ties.
Parkers teaching philosophy builds upon a decade of
experience. Parker seeks to create a welcoming, affirming, anti-oppression
space for folks of all genders and sexual orientations. Parker respects that all
bodies are different and that there are no one-size-fits-all ties. In teaching
rope, Parker makes a point to speak about both sides of the rope, both to
people tying and to people being tied.
Dynamic Torso Harness (Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM FLORENCE)
GIGGLES & SENBOUND

SenBound & Giggles - Dedicated rope educators,
performers & teachers.; co-founders of Kyoujin Baku
Ryu Rope Dojo; and performers at MBE 2013 & 2014.
We have been teaching Japanese style rope bondage
both nationally & internationally for the last three years.
Rope, photography, and performing are our passions. We
enjoy teaching in a lighthearted and fun manner,
including both the riggers and bottoms perspectives.
Strange Things on The Chest
(Friday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM FLORENCE)
Get Low, Get Low (Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM VIENNA)
SIR C
Sir C is a sadistic, queer, poly, Master and BDSM
educator. She is pleased to be part of PQLF leather
family. She is well known for Her rope rigging,
interesting training perspectives, unique M/s philosophy,
and evil genius. She has pursued Her passion for
strenuous bondage and suspension professionally on
sites like Hogtied, Waterbondage, Men in Pain, InSexM
and InSex. Her personal passion is evident in Her local
and national affiliations, participation, and teaching. She
has taught at a numerous group meetings and munches,
as well as these national events - Black Rose, Dark Odyssey, Fusion,
Kinkfest, Ohio Leatherfest, Leather Retreat Master/slave Camp, TES Fest,
South Plains Leatherfest, Shibaricon, The Floating world, and Winter
Wickedness. She is currently seeking a queer, full time service person.
Bondage Fundamentals (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM PARIS)
Hojojutsu and take down for BDSM Practitioners
(Saturday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM INTL D/E)
SCOTT SMITH
Scott brings a distinct intensity and passion to the ebb
and flow of learning, teaching and actualizing S&M. A
believer that the magic of BDSM comes through the
connection of the participants, his workshops develop
and nurture that connection; while maintaining a
decidedly sadistic edginess. Starting in the early 90s,
Scott has presented countless workshops and seminars
throughout North America and abroad for organizations
large and small. Scott is internationally known for his
rope work, connection, and edge play workshops. If you
see Scott in the hallways or practicing knots with friends in the common areas
at 3 AM, feel free to say hello. If you get close enough, and move slowly, you
may find yourself suspended. Scott may be contacted through his email:
Contact@OneWithKnots.com or his web site: www.OneWithKnots.com
Physiology (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM FLORENCE)
Emergency De-Rigging (Saturday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM FLORENCE)
Speed Ties (Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PARIS)
Inescapable Ties (Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM FLORENCE)
SOLATUS
A sadomasochistic switch with an obsession for rope and
rubber chickens, Solatus is fun loving and always armed
with a good story. He started his kink career 6 years ago
rooted in mostly Western bondage styles. Recently
transplanted from Illinois to Texas, he currently enjoys
feeding his inner sadist with Semenawa techniques and
can often be found rigging or teaching at The Lair in San
Antonio.
Rope Corsets (Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM PARIS)
MASTER SONSO
With no secret talent except a passion for improvement, MasterSoNSo gives
the world his insights from a life of art, rope, and non-monogomy.
Karada: Gender, Shape, and Fashion
(Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM INTL F)
STRANGELOVE
StrangeLove received his first rope lessons as teenager
during hojojutsu training at the martial arts dojo he
attended. Some years later he became interested in erotic
forms of bondage as well and has studied a number of
japanese and western bondage styles for more than a
decade now.
He has taught classes on rope and other bdsm skills at
national and international events including the Berlin
Xplore Festival, the London Festival of the Art of
Japanese Bondage and the Copenhagen Shibari Dojo
and has been featured in the German Bondage Magazine.
His play style combines his love of japanese bondage with martial arts skills
and sadistic playfullness to create a strong physical and intimate experience.
Honnawa (Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM VIENNA)
Sadistic Connective Bondage (Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM PARIS)
TATU
Tatu is a Rope Artist / Educator from Florida whose
central love is the Art of Japanese Rope / Kinbaku. He
has been teaching Japanese styled rope for almost 20
years, known as Nawa-aikido Style which emphasizes
cultural aesthetics, the harmonious energy & connection
with Kinbaku. He has traveled to Japan to learn from Arisue Go & Randa
Mai. He has also participated in Master classes with Kazami Ranki, Hajaimi
Kinoko and the iconic Yukimura Haruki Sensei. Tatu has presented and / or
performed at international forums such as the 0-Nawa Asobi in Japan, the
Sydney Rope Festival, London Japanese Rope Festival, Shibaricon, Beyond
Leather, Beyond Vanilla, B.E.D., Black Rose, LIL, SELF, BMSL, Florida
Bash, Kinky Kollege, Sinsations in Leather.
He was the keynote speaker for Shibaricon II. His weekend intensive
workshops are known as Nawa-do - The Way of Rope. Tatu enjoys many
things Japanese and as such, enjoys the tranquility at the heart of Kinbaku.
Torture to Erotic Surrender II - 2015
(Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL F)
Shuka Bishi (Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM FLORENCE)
The Rhythm of Rope (Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM PARIS)
Komon Sarashi & Momo Shibari (Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM PARIS)
TIFERETH
Tifereths introduction to rope bondage (and the fetish
community) came 3 years ago in the form of a
surprisingly enjoyable futomomo tsuri. Since then, she
has drawn on her background of high-performance
athletics to push herself on both sides of the power
dynamic to explore the limits of her mind and body in
rope. As an educator she brings her passion for personal
responsibility to empower and inspire those who attend
her classes. Her teaching and performing credits include
Shibaricon, Bound in Boston, Dark Odyssey, and many
more. If you want to track her down at the con, just look for the group of
people talking foot bondage; youll probably find her there with a handful of
bottle caps.
TK Drills for Self-Assessment and Training
(Friday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM LONDON)
Arms Front Chest Harnesses
(Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM FLORENCE)
Creative Bondage for Torture and Humiliation Part I: Above the Belt
(Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM LONDON)
Creative Bondage for Torture and Humiliation Part II: Below the Belt
(Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM LONDON)
Improvisational Rope Bondage (Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM VIENNA)
TOPOLOGIST
Topologist is the founder of Crash Restraint, a free
online instructional database of over 200 ties, and
creator of the Core Rope Curriculum, a modern
educational system for bondage built from the ground up
for safety, diversity, and effectiveness. He has invented
numerous new techniques, most famously the
Somerville Bowline, which since its introduction in
2009 has become perhaps the most widely taught tie of
non-Japanese origin. He is the facilitator of Rope Bite
SF, and lives in the Mission District of San Francisco,
where he teaches weekly classes.
Topologists classes are intensively hands-on while being structured to
support multiple learning styles. His non-dogmatic approach to rope places
risk awareness and adaptability at the center of the process, allowing
challenging scenes to be conducted while honoring a bottoms limitations and
avoiding unnecessary hazards.
A Chest-Loading Takate-Kote Part I (Friday 2:30PM - 4:00 PM LONDON)
A Chest-Loading Takate-Kote Part II
(Friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM LONDON)
Suspension Transition Skills Part I (Sunday 9:30AM-11:00AM INTL B/C)
Suspension Transition Skills Part II
(Sunday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM INTL B/C)
MICHAEL WUEST
Born and living in Vienna, Austria
Electronics Engineer, Psychological Counsellor, Energy
Worker.
Kink educator in many European countries and
occasionally in Canada since two decades with topics
from Bondage, BDSM Techniques (Impact Play,
Needles, Breathplay, Fisting, Medical Play,...) to random
aspects of kink and energy (D/s Dynamics, Energy and
Rhythm, Sound and Emotions, Aftercare, Crisis
Intervention, ...)
Host of BDSM events like PPPP (Power, Pain and Pleasure Party back in the
90s), XPLORE Vienna, presenter at MBE 12 and 13.
Rope and Chi (Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM VIENNA)
Bondage - Only for Weight Watchers? (Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM PARIS)
ZAMIL
Zamil
Bern, Switzerland
With rope since 2003
Studied rope in Japan
Transitions in Midair - Part 1
(Monday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM INTL B/C)
Transitions in Midair - Part 2 (Part 1 REQUIRED)
(Monday 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM INTL B/C)
FRIDAY 5/22/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00PM
FLORENCE ROPE HANDLING (ANDRA POLOUTROPON)

Rope handling is one of the most important skills for a rigger as it can
directly affect speed, connection, tension, comfort, beauty, and precision.
The class will focus on a variety of ways students can improve their control
over rope and comfort handling rope.
What to Bring: Rope and a partner
Requisite Skills: Knowledge of basic rope patterns, basic safety
considerations Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL A
ROPE BOTTOMING 101 (BAD KITTY BONDAGE)
This class covers the negotiation of rope scenes as well as understanding
the risks of rope bondage and looking out for your own safety during play.
In addition, we discuss how to be an effective communicator during a rope
scene. We approach this topic from both the bottoms perspective (led by
Dhyana) and the tops perspective (led by Kat).
What to Bring: None Level: Novice Presentation Type: Lecture
INTL B/C SENSUAL ROPE CONNECTIONS (MARK DE VIATE)
There is much more to a great bondage scene than good-looking (or
technical) rope work. Energy and connection begins the rope scene before
the first rope is even laid against skin, and continues throughout the entire
rope embrace. Learn how to transmit and enforce your energy, express your
dominance, and get the best from your rope partner. Engage in a journey
that includes this dynamic family sharing their thoughts and experience in
the sensuality of rope and concludes with a guided meditation with a twist
that defines the mindfulness needed to find your own pathway to connect
with rope and partner.
What to Bring: 1 x 8m rope (minimum) Requisite Skills: None
Level: Beginner Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL D/E
WAKISARASHI AND ITS PLACE IN THE HISTORY
OF SHIBARI (SAKI KAMIJOO)
Wakisirashi is a where the hands are tied while they are touching the
back of the head. I will teach the best and safest way to perform this quite
elegant pose. It has its basis in historical forms of restraint employed by
policemen on different members of society. I will present Wakisirashi and
explain other forms of bondage employed.
What to Bring: A partner, some rope, comfortable clothes
Requisite Skills: Basic rope handling Level: Novice
Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL F TORTURE TO EROTIC SURRENDER II - 2015 (TATU)
So you are interesting the Japanese Rope Arts known as Kinbaku. In this
class Tatu will share the history of rope bondage from a Japanese cultural
perspective. Updated for 2015 in this PowerPoint presentation students will
learn the journey of rope in Japanese culture and its development from its
martial & torturous penal uses to its modern development into and erotic
art. In this updated version, Tatu will share new people, topics and over 200
historic images.
What to Bring: Paper & Pen or Pencil

Requisite Skills: An interest in the history and culture of Japanese Rope.
Level: All Presentation Type: Lecture
LONDON TK DRILLS FOR SELF-ASSESSMENT AND
TRAINING (TIFERETH)
The takate kote is a popular class of Japanese style rope chest harnesses.
Most variants are constructed from a common pool of design elements,
which also appear in other Japanese and Japanese-inspired ties. This
hands-on class will introduce and drill design elements common to most
TK forms, emphasizing efficient tying and good rope handling techniques.
With practice, the student will build muscle memory for these elements,
helping them excel in a subsequent class on a specific takate kote variant.
The class is specifically structured to provide an opportunity to assess
your rope handling skill level, novice through experienced (excluding
suspension).
What to Bring: Requires about six-to eight 25-30 ft. long ropes (about
quarter-inch diameter) per pair of students. Partner required.
Requisite Skills: Single column tie Level: All Presentation Type: Hands On
PARIS
FREESTYLE FLOORWORK (HEDWIG)
A hands on class which seek to inspire the participants to think outside of
the mould of patterns and knots and instead thinking about it in a way to
move with each other. Through some simple tips and tricks, we will see
how a freestyle can flow from a basic one column tie through a set of easy
ways of working with the friction of the rope.
Exercises will include: ways to practice flow, controlling the tension of
the rope, different ways of playing with freestyle forms, body positioning,
reading body language and techniques enabling you to letting your hands
wander.
What to Bring: 4 lenghts of natural fibre rope, no thicker than 7 mm, no
longer than 8 meters. Blindfold.
Requisite Skills: Participants must be able to tie a solid one column tie.
Some experience with using friction locks can be of benefit but is not
required. Please tie together with a partner whom you are comfortable
being close to. Level: Beginner Presentation Type: Hands On
VIENNA SECRETS OF HOJOJUTSU (DUNTER)
In the past 7 years I have been learning everything I can about this martial
art. I even learned from the famous Zokai book. This workshop will give
great hints and techniques related to rope capture and rope preparation.
Learning to make some basic knots with one hand, to making the best
inescapable tie.
What to Bring: Notebook, pen, 1 hojobundle
Requisite Skills: None
Level: Novice Presentation Type: Hands On
FRIDAY 5/22/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
FLORENCE STRANGE THINGS ON THE CHEST

(GIGGLES & SENBOUND)
Strange things on the chest - bored of the TK/Gote? Come learn some
traditional and not so traditional alternatives. This class will cover a
Kinoko style hands free chest harness and an upper body hands free hishi
pattern, both suitable for suspension or floor work.
What to Bring: 3-8 ropes, 26 to 30 ft in length Requisite Skills: one column, two column and a basic TK
INTL A
CONSENT AND NEGOTIATION FOR BEGINNERS
(PSYCHOKITTY, HEDWIG)
This class is all about the different modes of communication, verbal and
physical, before and in scene to negotiate, and to assess what consent
is being offered and accepted. And work out what to do when the line
crossed.
Requisite Skills:Listening skills Level: Novice Presentation Type: Lecture
INTL B/C
INTRO TO SUSPENSION PART I: THE PREFLIGHT CHECK (MURPHY BLUE)
Youve seen rope people stringing their bottoms in the air. Youve been
working at your own ties, and are thinking: I totally need to do that! But
how do I do it? This is the class for you! Basic suspension safety will be
covered, as well as the pros and cons of types of gear, things to expect in
the air, and the differences between ties on the ground and the sky. The ties
needed for this suspension will also begin to be covered.
What to Bring: 8-10 lengths of 25-30ft rope. Suspension ring or load bearing equivilant. 4-6 high load bearing carabiners. A way of connecting your
gear to the suspension frame (extra rope, climbing strap, etc). Scarf or
other 4+ ft long piece of fabric.
Requisite Skills: 1 column tie; Reverse tension chest harness; Half hitch.
Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands Onn
INTL D/E
NEWAZA PART 1 (BARKAS & ADDIE TAHL)
Yukimura-ryu influenced floor-based, erotic tying techniques (the so-called
caressing style) play a significant role in Osada-ryu. These techniques
encourage connection building with your rope partner, facilitating
emotional exchange.It requires a state of heightened awareness enabling
you to perceive subtle body movements and changes during shibari.
What to Bring: Ropes, Partner
Requisite Skills: double wrist tie
Level: Intermediate
INTL F ROPE BOTTOMING: EXERCISES FOR THE BODY
AND MIND (TIGER AIKO)
This class is for rope bottoms wishing to expand their skills, the basics of
self-suspension - such as how to tie, will be introduced. This will lead us

into how to adjust your body and weight during suspension, and how to be
aware of your body and its condition that may impact your experience.
What to Bring: Appropriate clothing, rope
Requisite Skills:
Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Other
LONDON A CHEST-LOADING TAKATE-KOTE PART I
(TOPOLOGIST)
Takate Kotes (box ties) have many benefits, but one very significant
drawback, especially for suspension: the high risk of injury where the rope
passes near vulnerable nerves in the arms. This class presents a modified
tie that maintains the look, feel, and functionality of the Takate Kote,
but redirects most of the load during suspensions onto the torso, away
from the arms, reducing the risk of nerve injury, and (for many bottoms)
significantly increasing comfort and the duration sustainable in the tie.
What to Bring: 4-5 ropes in lengths you prefer for TKs
Requisite Skills: Tie a well-formed 2 rope Takate Kote
Level: Advanced Presentation Type: Hands On
PARIS
HIP HARNESS (KOSHI NAWA) AND A MERMAID TIE
(JD-66)
Kazami Rankis Koshi Nawa (hip harness) for suspension and a Mermaid
Tie. In this class you will learn to tie a suspension worthy Koshi Nawa (hip
harness). We will discuss attaching lift lines and tie offs. We will finish off
the class with a mermaid tie.
What to Bring: 4-6 /7-8 meter lengths of 5-6mm jute or hemp rope and 1-2
carabiners
Requisite Skills: Tie non constricting 1 column tie and some experience
with suspensions Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands On
VIENNA HOJOJUTSU: EVIL, NASTY HARSH ROPE MODIFIED
FOR THE BEDROOM (LORD PERCIVAL)
Hojojutsu is one of the martial art forms, from which the erotic art of tying
has its roots. It is the antithesis to all that is gentle, nice, and sweet about
rope. This hands-on class will focus on the application and implication of
rope in this style. An understanding (and shameless exploitation) of body
mechanics is at the root of this class. What is taught here breaks many of
the strictures about safe, kind, and comfortable rope, so it is very much
edge-play.
What to Bring: A pre-negotiated partner, thin rope (4mm is good. Natural
fiber is preferred, but paracord works) and loose clothing in which you can
move, to tie and be tied.
Requisite Skills: A trusting partnership or pre-negotiated partner.
Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
FRIDAY 5/22/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
FLORENCE SHUKA BISHI (TATU)

A new tie from Osaka, Japan called a Shuka Bishi. Westerners have all
seen hishi or diamond shaped patterns on the body, but this is an entirely
new and fascinating way of doing so while including the arms in a Gote
or Box Tie position. Tatu introduced this form to North America, but
only in Florida with his local students. This will be the first time it has ever
been presented and taught at a national convention. The tie also has an
interesting history. Students will learn in a step by step manner. There are
variations that will be considered as well adaptations for suspensions.
What to Bring: 5-6 / 7-8 meter (about 23-26 feet) lengths of 5-6mm jute or
hemp rope
Requisite Skills: Students should already be proficient in tying a Gote /
models must be able to be tied with hands behind the back in a box tie
position. Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL A
WHEN THE SCREAMS STOP BEING SEXY!EFFECTIVE ROLLING NEGOTIATIONS (-ELWOOD-)
Classic negotiation is certainly awesome! However, it is time consuming
and can kill the mood. Learn how to effectively negotiate with your
partner on the fly and leave with everyone having a great time! Rolling
negotiations are as simple as asking if your partner would like to consent
in X activity while in play. Learn to focus on when to check in, when to
stop, and when to walk away. Sometimes is not worth playing at all!!
Hands on portion of the class: Use 1 rope and see what kind of scene you
can create and roll with it!
What to Bring: a rope and a kink toy that isnt rope
Requisite Skills: If you can tie your shoe, you can attend this class!
INTL B/C
INTRO TO SUSPENSION PART II:THE FIRST
FLIGHT (MURPHY BLUE)
This class Picks up where part 1 left off: covering the rest of the necessary
ties for the suspension, working out the order of the ties, and finally,
working through the suspension until lift-off is achieved. **PART 1 IS
REQUIRED FOR THIS CLASS. NO EXCEPTIONS**
What to Bring: 8-10 lengths of 25-30ft rope. Suspension ring or load
bearing equivilant. 4-6 high load bearing carabiners. A way of connecting
your gear to the suspension frame (extra rope, climbing strap, etc). Scarf
or other 4+ ft long piece of fabric.
Requisite Skills: Solid understanding of a 1 column tie. Understanding of a
reverse tension chest harness. Knowledge of what a half hitch is.
Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL D/E
NEWAZA PART 2 (PART 1 REQUIRED) (BARKAS &
ADDIE TAHL)
Yukimura-ryu influenced floor-based, erotic tying techniques (the so-called
caressing style) play a significant role in Osada-ryu. These techniques
encourage connection building with your rope partner, facilitating
emotional exchange. It requires a state of heightened awareness enabling
you to perceive subtle body movements and changes during shibari.

What to Bring: Ropes, Partner Requisite Skills: Part I
INTL F QUICKIE TIES (BEN HART)
This class will provide students with a variety of ties that can be used and
combined for dynamic floor play that focuses on creating a strong challenge
for the bottom. Working from these base techniques, a beginner will have
strong building blocks for fluid, moving floor play. Each technique will
require only one rope.
While this class will focus on base techniques, a significant portion will also
work on combining and stacking these skills with other techniques to create
fluid transitional floor play.
What to Bring: At least 4x 30 ft lengths of Rope - any material
Requisite Skills: Single Column tie, 2 or 3 harnesses.
LONDON A CHEST-LOADING TAKATE-KOTE PART II
(TOPOLOGIST)
In part II, you will have the opportunity to actually suspend in a Chest
Loading Takate Kote, and receive feedback and troubleshooting advice
from the instructor. Part I is not required to attend part II if you have
previously studied the Version 4 Chest Loading Takate Kote and are able
to tie it from memory; videos are available at: http://crash-restraint.com/
ties/188
What to Bring: Full suspension kit
Requisite Skills: Proficient at suspension and able to tie CTKv4 on own
PARIS
ROPE BY TOUCH (ALENI DE VIATE)
Be inside your rope work by feeling your way through its form and flow.
Using forms you already know well explore each sense of sight, sound,
taste, smell and touch. This class will enhance the way you experience your
rope play and your rope scenes.
What to Bring: Rope, a cloth blindfold and a rope buddy
Requisite Skills: Single and double column ties and a basic body or chest
harness (does not have to be suspension capable)
VIENNA HONNAWA (STRANGELOVE)
Hojojutsu, the art of tying prisoners served two main purposes during the
Edo period. While many people only think of takedown and quick simple
ties when they hear about hojojutsu, that is just one aspect. In this class
we will focus on the often neglected honnawa ties, the formal ties meant
for transporting and parading prisoners. There will be a short segment on
the history of hojojutsu but the emphasis will be on hands-on practice to
introduce to you not only several honnawa ties but also the various building
blocks theyre based on and how these can be employed in other ties.
What to Bring: Two ropes (~8 m, 4-6 mm)
Requisite Skills: Familiarity with basic shibari ties.
SATURDAY 5/22/2015 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
FLORENCE PHYSIOLOGY (SCOTT SMITH)

Discussion & Hands-On combination workshop giving a quick lesson
in anatomy & physiology with an emphasis on injury avoidance and
anatomical/physiological considerations for Shibari to help both the top
and bottom have more fun with better awareness.
What to Bring: Comfortable & flexible clothing.
Requisite Skills: Knowing rope terms & knots will be helpful.
INTL A
TURNING TIES INWARD: FINDING YOUR
PATH AND DESIRES IN/WITH ROPE BONDAGE (LEE
HARRINGTON)
When was the last time you listened to your masturbations, desires and
inner erotic voice? Does suspension get you all riled up, or are you just
doing it because everyone else is? We will look at our fantasies and see
how we have applied these fantasies and evolving desires to what we are
doing nowadays. This frank discussion/guided experience will bring up
taboos, fantasies and passions FIRST, then discuss what paths and styles
of bondage people may want to explore to get the most out of what they
actually want to make happen in the flesh.
What to Bring: Desire to open up, share, and/or listen
Requisite Skills: none Level: All Presentation Type: Other
INTL B/C
DYNAMIC SUSPENSION (DUNTER)
This is a basic but very fun suspension that allows the body to move in
different positions. This suspension can be used for play or performance.
This workshop will cover: Safety during suspension, Basic chest and hips
harness, How to setup the dynamic line, Stabilization & load bearing.
What to Bring: 5 x 30f, suspension ring,
Requisite Skills: Knowing , basic cheast harness, hips harness and single
column. Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL D/E
HIP-HARNESS (SAKI KAMIJOO)
Hip-harness is another basic foundation tie, that is used for suspensions. I
will teach different types of hip-harness that can be used for different body
types. If time permits we will take this harness into a partial suspension
What to Bring: Rope, A model, Comfortable clothes
Requisite Skills: Rope handling skills are necessary
INTL F
HOGTIES WORKSHOP (DOV)
Working with western and Japanese style hogties and how to extend and
adapt them. Learn how to make them more effective and work with the
subjects flexibility or inflexibility.

What to Bring: Minimum 6 ropes (More is always better) Length=30 foot,
Diameter=6 mm
Requisite Skills: must know how to tie knots and basic japanese style chest
harness Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On.
LONDON BASICS OF THE BOX TIE (-EM-)
Gote Shibari. Ushiro Takate Kote Shibari. t.k.. Japanese Box Tie. There
are several classes you will take this weekend which will require familiarity
with this many-named tie. If you have never tied it before, or arent yet
able to tie it without thinking about which step comes next, we are going
to drill on it. Its also going to explain why things are tied the way they are,
how to make sure your bottom is tied safely, and break things down well
beyond simply following memorized steps.
What to Bring: 3 natural ropes 5-6mm dia and 25-30 feet in length
Requisite Skills: Single column tie from memory. Bottom with ability to box
their arms for extended periods.
PARIS
THE RHYTHM OF ROPE (TATU)
Following instructions in a video or website; taking classes can be fun, but
there is MUCH MORE!. Tatu will share concepts of rhythm to the art of
Kinbaku. Known as The Heartbeat of Japan taiko is filled with the energy
of movements, intensity and precise timing; concepts that can be used
while handling & applying the rope. Even those empty Ma moments
will take you to a new level. Come share in the fun of experiencing and
feeling the rhythm of rope, a concept he has never shared with the rope
community; an entirely new dimension to Shibari.
What to Bring: 4-5 / 7-8 meter (about 23-26 feet) lengths of 5-6mm jute or
hemp rope. Requisite Skills: That you simple like doing rope...all welcome.
Level: All Presentation Type: Hands On
VIENNA THE SYDNEY ROPE DOJO TAKATE KOTE
(HEBARI HARUISAMU)
Derived from the Akechi Denki takate kote, the SRD Takate Kote is the
core tie taught at the Sydney Rope Dojo and the foundation of the dojo
style. This is a great tie for play or suspension with engineering elements
developed over many years to provide very consistent tension and flow.
What to Bring: At least 4 x 8m lengths of natural fibre rope
Requisite Skills: Students should be able to tie a single collumn tie easily
SATURDAY 5/22/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

FLORENCE EMERGENCY DE-RIGGING (SCOTT SMITH)
When you absolutely, positively, have to get them down now!
Emergent time critical de-rigging is rare, but the skills to accomplish it
safely are invaluable. This is a hands on workshop that will bring both
techniques and confidence to your rope repertoire. Turn the forces on their
heads with gravitational Aikido and a bit of well placed redirection.
What to Bring: Suspension worthy rope, 5-6 caribiners, a willing
suspendee. Requisite Skills: Fundamental concepts of suspension &
associated rigging. Level: Advanced Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL A
BONDAGE AND BREATH (LEE HARRINGTON)
Rope bondage effects how we breathe- from the constriction of rope corsets
and chest harnesses to positional asphyxia. But how we breathe also has
the power to effect how we do bondage-chest breathing vs. belly breathing,
intentional breathing for connection, and more. We will look into how
breath moves through the body, how bondage positions effect how we
breathe, then work to see how ties effect breath before diving into styles
of breathing, breath training for bondage bottoms (and riggers too), and
connecting through breath in our ties.
What to Bring: Two 15-30ft piece of rope
Requisite Skills: None Level: Beginner Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL B/C FUNDAMENTALS OF DYNAMIC SUSPENSION
(-EM-)
So many tops capable of a safe suspension in one position find themselves
intimidated or struggling when dealing with moving their partner in midair.
We are going to work through a couple of transitions together, breaking
down line handling techniques, physically manipulating our bottoms, and
other important concerns. Focusing above all else on doing everything
safely and on planning three steps ahead, we will break down this challenge
and show you how to predict what will be needed from yourself and your
bottom in order to have an enjoyable flight together.
What to Bring: Ful suspension kit and gear to set up your hard point.
Requisite Skills: Top and bottom with dozens of basic suspensions
performed, solid chest and hip harness construction, ability to tie quickly.
INTL D/E USHIRO TAKATE KOTE & UPPER BODY
BINDINGS (NAWASHI KANNA)
Kanna will teach Kanna style/Akechi style Ushiro Takate Kote that he
continue tying ever since he learned directly from AKECHI Denki, and
some of other a lot of variations of Ushiro Takate Kote and upper body
bindings. Students can learn it including meanings and functions and
intention and how to handle the rope, how to control the tension, not only
the procedure of shibari. Ushiro Takate Kote is the most important basic
form in Kanna style Kinbaku. Even advanced rigger can get back to the
basics, and brush up the details.
What to Bring: natural fiber rope it
Requisite Skills: None Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL F BEAUTIFUL BOYS (MRSB)

Beautiful Boys will explore ways of tying that are specific to masculine
rope bottoms. We will look at challenges unique to male* rope bottoms
and the people who tie them. This class aims to be a space for all levels
of masculine rope bottoms - especially those men who have always been
curious about bottoming in rope but havent felt quite comfortable doing
so. Well learn to create ties that emphasize the best attributes of the
male physique. We will also address some of the practical, anatomical
considerations of tying men. (* - male-identified bottoms across the entire
gender spectrum are welcome in this class)
What to Bring: *at least 4* lengths of 25-30 (~8m) rope (more is
encouraged for larger bottoms) Requisite Skills: TK-style chest harness,
hitches, single- and double-column ties.
LONDON FAST BONDAGE (DUNTER)
This is an introduction to time-effective bondage techniques for use in play
or performance: The Spreadar, The fast armbinder, -Multiple Handcuff
knots, The Dunter Fast Tie, The Midori Fast Rope Cage, The Knotless
Karada, The Frog tie
What to Bring: 2x30f Requisite Skills: None Level: All
PARIS
BONDAGE FUNDAMENTALS (SIR C)
The class will consist of a lecture followed by demo and hands-on
instruction. The brief lecture will cover rope selection, care, safety, and use.
We will then learn the only three knots you will ever need to do competent
rope work. Then we will cover two styles of safe, effective, and easy cuffs.
Finally, time permitting, we will learn one simple chest harness. Bring a
12 length and a 25 length of 6mm rope, and leave able to safely bind your
bottom. Instructor will have rope to practice with and will facilitate the
pairing up of the unaccompanied.
What to Bring: 12 and 25-30 of 6mm rope if you have it
Requisite Skills: none Level: Beginner Presentation Type: Hands On
VIENNA SELF SUSPENSION FOR PERFORMANCE
(LANI DE VIATE)
Lani De Viate from DV8House in Sydney has learnt from some of Japans
best self suspension artists/performers, including the likes of Asahi Ageha.
Join her as she shares her skills (and secrets) of aerial performance art
through self suspension. Once the basics have been mastered, we will
explore the nearly limitless variations of graceful aerial dance and acrobatic
manoeuvres. This is a hands on class, however in consideration of the
advanced nature of this type of suspension it is recommended you have
some experience with being suspended and have a basic level of fitness to
help perform the manoeuvres.
What to Bring: 4 x 8m Ropes, 2-4 Karabiners, Ring & Swivel, CORSET!
Requisite Skills: 1 Column Tie
Level: Intermediate
SATURDAY 5/22/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLORENCE ARMS FRONT CHEST HARNESSES (TIFERETH)
This class will present two functional and attractive chest harnesses which
bind the bottoms arms in front of their torso. It is ideal for those with
limited flexibility, as well as those looking for alternatives to harnesses
which bind the arms behind the back. Both are suitable for intimate
floorwork, and one is suitable for suspension.
What to Bring: At least three 25-30 ft. long ropes (6mm or quarter-inch
diameter) per pair of students. Partner required.
Requisite Skills: Single column tie, basic rope handling and safety.
INTL A
SPEED NEGOTIATION (ALENI DE VIATE)
Although the Top is often the instigator, negotiation is a conversation in
which participants engage in equal footing. It is a negotiation not dictation;
whatever the top and bottom agrees to becomes the parameters to the play.
But often we are too eager to play without giving proper thought to the
things we need to know in order to achieve knowledgeable consent. In this
class I teach my Speed Negotiation technique which will help you engage
in meaningful negotiation that can take as little as 3 minutes.
What to Bring: nothing required Requisite Skills: no pre requisite skills
Level: Novice Presentation Type: Lecture
INTL B/C SUSPENSION TEPPOU (HEBARI HARUISAMU)
This variation of the teppou is derived from the Akechi Denki tradition
with elements from Osada Steve, Hajime Kinoko and Nawashi Kanna
along with the teachers at Sydney Rope Dojo. The class will cover the tie
itself and time permitting will move into suspensions that utilise this tie.
What to Bring: At least 7 x 8m lengths of natural fibre rope, suspension
ring or carabiners Requisite Skills: Students should be competant with a
takate kote, attending the SRD TK class would be advantageous
INTL D/E
RANBOO: BARKAS STYLE
(BARKAS & ADDIE TAHL)
In 2011, Barkas started to develop his personal way of doing ropes, which
was very stormy and overwhelming. His Sensei Osada Steve called it
ranboo and since then, this way of doing ropes became one of the wellknown styles in the world of kinbaku. Within this class, the participants
get a first insight into ranboo. Some key terms of ranboo, such as proper
distance and proper intensity at the proper moment are the framework to tie
in this way.
Requisite Skills: Level: All Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL F KARADA: GENDER, SHAPE, AND FASHION
(MASTER SONSO)
Integrating fashion design principles, macrame, and decorative knots,
we can build sexy rope body harnesses which look good at a party (or
disappear under your evening-wear) and leave openings for all your
important play needs later. Aimed at all genders and body types.
What to Bring: 60 rope (preferably 4mm), preferably in 2 hanks
Requisite Skills: The more knots you know, the more variations you will see
LONDON PARTIAL SUSPENSION FOR IMPACT PLAY
(BEN HART)
This class is aimed at students who are experienced in floor techniques and
are brand new to partial suspensions. Students will learn fundamental skills
important to safety in partial suspensions, and at least three poses suitable
for impact play (and rough body play).
While this class will focus on safety and strong technique for building
partial suspensions, our goal will be to build poses that open the body for
easy access suitable to impact play, boot play, enemas, trampling, and other
S/M activities. Class is limited to 16 tying pairs and observers.
What to Bring: 7x25-30 foot lengths of natural fiber rope, Suspension Ring
and/or 4 or more Carabiners Requisite Skills: Single column tie, A sturdy
chest harness(or box tie) suitable for your partner.
PARIS
KOMON SARASHI & MOMO SHIBARI (TATU)
In this class two Japanese Styled bindings will be taught which beautifully
present and accentuate the Momo, which is the Japanese term for
peach; a sexual euphemism referred to in the West as the buttocks. The
first is Momo Shibari and the second form will take students to a much
more intimate and deeper level. Students will be instructed on how to
use their rope to expose the Komon (anus) of their model for shameful
humiliation and yet mutual pleasure. As time allows other forms such as
the hunting sling and hanging like a bat positions will be explored.
What to Bring: What to Bring: 5-6 / 7-8 meter (about 23-26 feet) lengths of
5-6mm jute, hemp or other natural fiber rope
Requisite Skills: Students should already be proficient in tying basic knots,
single and double limb positions as well as a basic Gote.
VIENNA ROPE AND CHI (MICHAEL WUEST)
Chi - Energy of life. The force that drives us, that connects us. The energy
that flows between all living things the basis of empathy. What is the secret
of this energetic connection between rigger and model, between lover and
beloved? Is it real? How does it feel? What are the practical impacts? How
can I create it? What does it have to do with Bondage?
Discussion, Show and tell, an exchange of experiences.
What to Bring: some rope
Requisite Skills:
Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Other.
SATURDAY 5/22/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

FLORENCE MEN IN ROPES (NATURALTURN)
Why should women have all the fun? In this class well be tying men in
ties designed for them. Whereas much of the popular bondage material is
designed to accentuate small women and often creates issues when used on
a man, in this class youll learn several rope ties and techniques made just
for men that take full advantage of the wonderful opportunities that tying
a mans body presents. The presented ties will be usable for both floor and
suspension bondage, designed to look strong and beautiful on a man, and
offer solutions to problems commonly encountered when tying men.
What to Bring: 4-5 30ft pieces of rope
Requisite Skills: Must be
comfortable with tying a functional takate-kote (boxtie) and a hip harness
without assistance Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL A
ARM BINDERS (DOV)
This is a hands on class exploring Basic and complex Arm binders, they
can be behind the back, in front, above the body or any combination. The
class will be be examining different fun and creative styles of arm binders
using 2 arms or even legs and inanimate objects to restrain and display
your partner. Not everyone can touch their elbows behind their back, we
will be dealing with individual ergonomics and physical abilities to achieve
alternative variations safely and effectively.
What to Bring: Minimum 6 ropes (More is always better) Length=30 foot,
Diameter=6 mm Requisite Skills: ability to tie a chest harness and basic
knots half hitches, larks-heads and square knot
INTL B/C
THE DV8 HOJO HISHI - AIR
(MARK DE VIATE, LANI DE VIATE)
This form finds its roots in the Sake Barrel tie from Osada Steve. In 2007
Mark took the original tie that finished at the waist and modified it to catch
the legs, which made it more stable and functional whilst still retaining the
key elements of the original tie, this tie was called the DV8 Hojo Hishi.
The DV8 Hojo Hishi - Air is a new adaptation, where Mark has
integrated the two rope Takate Kote seamlessly into the Hojo Hishi form to
create a suspension gote that is eminently functional as well as beautiful.
What to Bring: At least 8 x 8m ropes Requisite Skills: 2 rope takate kote
INTL D/E
HOJOJUTSU AND TAKE DOWN FOR BDSM
PRACTITIONERS (SIR C)
This class will combine two traditional Japanese martial arts. Jujutsu is
a self-defense based martial art which specializes in takedown, control,
restraint, and submission of an opponent. Hojojutsu is an honor based
martial art of restraining a prisoner with rope. Both rely heavily on how the
human body works. The class will include instruction on taking the bottom
down roughly but without injury, Hojojutsu rope bundling (an essential
component of Hojojutsu ties), and one basic tie. Attendees should ideally
attend with 4mm diameter rope in a 25 length and someone to practice on.
Instructor will have some rope available.
What to Bring: 25 length of 4mm rope
Requisite Skills: Comfort using rope and putting it around someones neck
INTL F BETTER ROPE BONDAGE WITH SCIENCE
(LEON MONKEYFETISH)
There is a lot of engineering and physics that goes into good rope bondage.
It is easy to get lost in the *how* we do something without understanding
the why. We can use leverage, weight, materials, center of gravity and lots
of other science things to alter the way our bondage works and get the most
out of our rope. Come share your favorite science bits and be prepared to
try out some cool tricks. This class is listed as a Hands On class but will
contain elements of round table, demo and hands on. Science is fun!
What to Bring: Rope
Requisite Skills:
LONDON PARTIAL SUSPENSION FROM THE FLOOR,
THROUGH THE BODY AND UP (BOSSBONDAGE)
Bondage, at its best, can be a very intimate and connected type of play.
Floor work and partial suspension even more so. This class is based on a
style of partial suspension where the top is on the floor with their bottom
on top of them, literally. This style can increase intimacy and connection,
as well as offer movement based play. There are opportunities for more
torturous rope and catharsis, if desired. This is a BossBondage class after
all.
What to Bring: four-six 30ft lengths and two 15 lengths of hemp/jute in
5-6mm Requisite Skills: chest harness and single column/ankle tie
PARIS
TYING THE TK: PRACTICAL HANDS ON CLASS
(GIOTTO)
Step by step instruction to tie a solid and safe(r) takate kote. Often classes
at conventions are focused around learning concepts or unique and special
methods. The student is told to refer back to their local rope groups to learn
basic ties. That doesnt work for everyone for whatever reason. Heres a
chance to learn and retain a widely used chest tie form in a way that most
anyone can follow.
What to Bring: Three (3) 30 ft or 8m ropes
Requisite Skills: Ability to tie a reliable single column tie quickly
SUNDAY 5/23/2015 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

FLORENCE INTRODUCTION TO YOKO TSURI
(SIDE SUSPENSION) (AMY MORGAN)
The Yoko-Tsuri, otherwise known as a sideways suspension, is one of the
easiest and simplest of suspensions both for the rope top and rope bottom.
After covering topics such as safety, equipment, and ensuring your partner
is ready and able, we will have the goal of allowing every top to have their
bottom the opportunity to be put in the air into Yoko-tsuri position. We will
not be going over how to tie a suspension worthy TK/gote, so come already
with this experience.
What to Bring: Enough rope to suspend your partner
Requisite Skills: Suspension capable TK/Gote, Knowledge of up/load lines
INTL A
THE FEMINIST PERVERT: HOW BDSM TAUGHT
ME ABOUT MY FEMINISM AND GAVE ME A VOICE (MRSB)
Considering all the bondage and sexual power play in the BDSM scene,
one might think it was no place for a feminist - yet feminists abound in the
kink community. Still, many kinky people struggle to reconcile their play
with their views on feminism and equality.
Well use this time to discuss sources of confusion and conflict which kinky
feminists face, as well as how feminism fits into our kinky experience with an emphasis on our rope community. This chat isnt just for feminists
- people of all genders, orientations, and political beliefs are welcome to
attend.
What to Bring: Nothing Requisite Skills: None Level: All
Presentation Type: Roundtable
INTL B/C
SUSPENSION TRANSITION SKILLS PART I
(TOPOLOGIST)
If bottoms were indestructible, there would be nothing technically
challenging about transitions. The best suspension scenes, however,
require the ability to flexibly increase and decrease intensity in response
to whats happening in the bottoms body and mind. This class focuses on
specific skills to facilitate that type of play. This class will not teach ANY
TIES. It is generally suitable for tops and bottoms who have already been
suspending for at least 1-2 years. Please see the website description for a
detailed list of requirements.
What to Bring: Full suspension kit Requisite Skills: Please see website
description Level: Advanced Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL D/E
LETS TEPPOU (HEDWIG)
This is a hands on class which will guide you through the steps of tying
your first full teppou and digging into both the structural and aesthetic
elements of this tie. Through a tie such as the teppou we can explore
elements of asymmetry and ways of playing with balance as well as
exposure, shame and, of course beauty. When working with a teppou, it
creates some interesting challenges both for top as well as bottom, and we
will also look at elements of body management and creativity when tying
the teppou.
What to Bring: Full set of rope, natural fibres.
Requisite Skills: One & two column tie, friction lock offs, experience with
tying a two rope TK. Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
LONDON CREATIVE BONDAGE FOR TORTURE AND
HUMILIATION PART I: ABOVE THE BELT (TIFERETH)
Too often bondage and torture can feel predictable. In this hands-on
workshop well embrace the weird, awkward and unexpected in a truly
sadistic way. Bottoms should expect to be challenged with the humiliating,
unexpected, uncomfortable, and downright intolerable in this truly
torturous class. A partner is required (preferably one comfortable with face,
hair and crotch rope) as well as 3 pieces of 25-30 ft. rope. A set of clover
clamps are encouraged as well, though not required.
What to Bring: A partner, 3 pieces of 25-20 ft rope
Requisite Skills: understanding of bondage safety, single column tie, basic
frictions and hitches Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
PARIS
ROPE CORSETS (SOLATUS)
This class will be focusing on varies techniques for tying and finishing
Corset Ties.
What to Bring: Approximately 100 feet of rope in lengths at least 8m long.
Requisite Skills: Knowledge Larks Heads and Half Hitches. Ability to tie a
basic chest harness a plus, but not necessary.
VIENNA GET LOW, GET LOW (GIGGLES & SENBOUND)
Get on the floor - Get low, Get low, Get low. Suspensions are not the end
all be all of rope bondage. Practice the joys of floor work.
From frog ties to hog ties, and shrimp ties and all the fun that can be had on
the ground
What to Bring: 3-8 ropes, 26 to 30 ft in length, blanket or yoga mat to sit &
tie on Requisite Skills: know how to quickly and safely tie one column, two
column and a basic TK
SUNDAY 5/23/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

FLORENCE ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING
DOMINANCE AND CONTROL IN ROPE (AMY MORGAN)
For a lot of people, rope is about dominance and control, at least for the
duration of a rope scene. Here we will explore different techniques and
ways that you can use in your rope scene to not just establish control of
your bottom, but also be able to maintain that control throughout your
entire rope scene from ropes on to even perhaps past ropes coming off.
What to Bring: One Piece 7m-8m rope
Requisite Skills: Desire to connect with your partner in rope
INTL A
BALLBARI KINBALLKU - TYING UP BOY PARTS
(ROPERAIDEN & TWISTED PHOENIX)
Join us for ballbari and learn how to tie up a boys precious package. The
term CBT (cock and ball torture) can be intimidating for some. In this class
you will learn that its not all torture and in fact is very enjoyable in the
right hands and even quite hilarious at times. This fun and energetic class is
guaranteed to have you laughing as you learn something new.
What to Bring: 2x30 ropes, 2x10 paracord
Requisite Skills: None Level: All Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL B/C
SUSPENSION TRANSITION SKILLS PART II
(TOPOLOGIST)
In continuing from Part I, we will cover transitions between more
difficult positions, and techniques which are more complex and/or risky.
Completion of Part I is required to participate in Part II. Please see the
website description for a detailed list of requirements.
What to Bring: Full suspension kit
Requisite Skills: Please see website description
Level: Advanced Presentation Type: Hands On.
INTL D/E
MAKING SUSPENSION SEXY (-EM-)
This class is not focused on simple, safe suspension ties. In order to attend,
we will expect you to own that aspect of your play already. This is focused
on taking the tie you can already execute well, and making it look better.
This class is heavily influenced by the amount of time the instructor has
spent tying a bottom for a beautiful photo, though tying what looks good in
pictures also results in more beautiful ties to the naked eye. We are focused
on the appearance and the aesthetic of rope. This class isnt focused on
comfort or speed.
What to Bring: Full rope suspension kit, desire to have your work closely
critiqued in front of your peers.
Requisite Skills: Experience with suspension tying, a capable bottom.
LONDON CREATIVE BONDAGE FOR TORTURE AND

HUMILIATION PART II: BELOW THE BELT (TIFERETH)
Too often bondage and torture can feel predictable. In this hands-on
workshop well embrace the weird, awkward and unexpected in a truly
sadistic way. Bottoms should expect to be challenged with the humiliating,
unexpected, uncomfortable, and downright intolerable in this truly
torturous class. A partner is required (preferably one comfortable with toe
and crotch bondage) as well as 3 pieces of 25-30 ft. rope. A set of clover
clamps and a handful of bottle caps are encouraged as well, though not
required
What to Bring: 3 pieces of 25-30 ft. rope, a partner, clover clamps and
bottle caps *if* you have them.
Requisite Skills: bondage safety, single column tie, basic frictions and
hitches. Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
PARIS
SADISTIC CONNECTIVE BONDAGE
(STRANGELOVE)
Using ties and techniques from the fields of Shibari, kinaesthetic movement
techniques and martial arts we will explore how to create an intense
bondage experience on the floor from start till finish. This is not about
complex ties and pretty patterns, this is about embracing and hurting
with rope. Attend with a partner that youre willing to get close to both
physically and mentally.
What to Bring: three ropes (~8 m, 4-6 mm)
Requisite Skills: Attendees must be able to tie a stable cuff.
VIENNA FLYING ON THE FLOOR (LORD PERCIVAL)
If you cant make them fly on the floor, adding suspension might not make
them fly in the air. Learn how to help your floor-work become much more
than simple prep for a suspension. This class is mostly focused on existing
partners, and connection building.
What to Bring: Rope, a partner, something for between you and the floor,
familiar totems to the partners, etc. Please wear clothing that is a delight
to interact in.
Requisite Skills: Comfortable enough tying that focusing
on the knots is no longer necessary.
SUNDAY 5/23/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
FLORENCE DYNAMIC TORSO HARNESS

(PARKER ROPEBOI)
This hands-on class teaches Parker RopeBois arms-free chest/body
harness, which can be used for face-up, face-down, upright, side, and
inverted suspension positions. The class teaches the harness step by step
and includes adjusting rope positioning and angling for various body
shapes. The class opens with a brief demonstration of a series of suspension
transitions using the harness. Floorwork applications of the harness will
also be demonstrated. Participants who have the requisite suspension
experience will have the opportunity to learn where and how to attach
suspension lines to the harness in the last part of the class.
What to Bring: 2-3 lengths of 25-30 rope, plus perhaps 1 shorter length;
preferably 5mm-6mm natural fiber Requisite Skills: Facility with rope
handling, controlling and adjusting tension, frictions, Somerville bowline,
munter hitch, extending rope, basic chest harness. Suspension experience is
helpful but not required. Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL A
GENDERQUEER BONDAGE: ROPE FOR PEOPLE
BETWEEN AND BEYOND (LEE HARRINGTON)
Ever had to struggle with how to put a crotch rope on a woman who has
a little something extra? Wanted to tie up a transman who wanted chest
bondage that didnt make him look like a girl? Perhaps you just want to
explore some hot ways to tie up your lovers to make them feel androgynous
and exposed? Lets explore crotch ropes and strap on harnesses, alternative
forms of chest and torso bondage (to emphasize and deemphasize curves),
and look at a few other ties to make your partner feel emphasized into
whatever gender or otherness we see ourselves as.
What to Bring: Open attitude, two 25-30ft piece of rope
Requisite Skills: None Level: All Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL B/C
OSADA RYU AND ADVANCED SUSPENSIONS
PART 1 (BARKAS & ADDIE TAHL)
In this class, we have a closer look on the philosophy of the Osada Ryu
with the help of some fundamental techniques such as a TK with all its
subtle meta meanings. Class size limited to 15 tying pairs and observers.
INTL D/E
TAKETE-GOTE (SAKI KAMIJOO)
This is a foundation tie used for many forms. I will teach the TK that
works the best for me and explain why the various components are used. If
time permits, I will show other ways to perform a TK, and give advice on
handling and flow.
What to Bring: Some rope, someone to tie, comfortable clothing
Requisite Skills: Rope handling skills are necessary
LONDON PREDICAMENT BONDAGE (DUNTER)
Predicament bondage is the art of restraining a person by bondage in such
a way that there is a limited number of positions in which they can be, each
of which are so uncomfortable that they are forced to shift their weight
or position. Upon doing so, they place themselves in the other equally
uncomfortable position.
A form of edge play, it puts the subject between a rock and a hard place
in having to choose or alternate between the two positions, each of which
carry their own pain.
What to Bring: note book
Requisite Skills: None Level: All Presentation Type: Demo
PARIS
BONDAGE - ONLY FOR WEIGHT WATCHERS?
(MICHAEL WUEST)
Michael shows how to tie up people who refuse to lose 50 pounds before
being tied up. Even suspension is not a miracle if you do it with a bit of
common sense and the proper rope.
In this practice oriented workshop for beginners and advanced audience
Michael encourages hands on experience. Own rope and partner is
welcome, but not mandatory.
What to Bring: BYOR (bring your own rope) encouraged
Requisite Skills: Can tie shoelace
VIENNA JAZZ SHIBARI: IMPROVISING (PEDRO CORDAS)
Improvising
A series of exercises that Pedro uses to estimate imagination, get fluid using
rope both on a handling and sensorial point of view.
Good for practicing and unleash yourself, a way to get out of the same
tying routines.
What to Bring: ropes+partner
Requisite Skills: None Level: Beginner Presentation Type: Hands On
SUNDAY 5/23/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
FLORENCE INTRODUCTION TO YUKIMURA STYLE

(HEBARI HARUISAMU)
Yukimuras style is often referred to as aibu no nawa (caressing rope) and
is a distinct departure from the suspension heavy style often seen, with a
strong focus on feel and flow. This class will give students an introduction
to Yukimuras style providing a great platform for connective play rope in a
distinctly Japanese style.
What to Bring: A partner and at least 5 lengths of rope, thinner rope is
better also a yoga mat or similar if you have it.
Requisite Skills: Confident with a single collumn tie
INTL A
FOILING THE ESCAPE ARTIST: USING BODY
MECHANICS TO REMOVE ADVANTAGES (DOV)
This is a hands on workshop exploring various aspects of dealing with
escape artist rope bottoms and why just because you can tie a rope harness
people still seem to get out of them. We will be examining and working
with various ties and strategies to understand how and why they are or are
not effective and how to make your rope work more escape proof.
What to Bring: 5 to 6 pieces 6mm diameter approximate lengths 30 foot an
15 foot
Requisite Skills: Must have some ability to ties harnesses and basic knot
work Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On.
INTL B/C
OSADA RYU AND ADVANCED SUSPENSIONS
PART 2 (PART 1 REQUIRED) (BARKAS & ADDIE TAHL)
In this class, we have a closer look on the philosophy of the Osada Ryu
with the help of some fundamental techniques such as a TK with all its
subtle meta meanings.
The second part will be dedicated to some of the advanced Osada Ryu
suspensions including transitions between the different positions.
Class size limited to 15 tying pairs and observers.
Requisite Skills: tie a proper chest harness (TK) without thinking about it
INTL D/E
ASHI ZEMI & LOWER BODY BINDINGS
(NAWASHI KANNA)
This class specialize in Ashi Zeme(which means Legs Torture). Kanna
will teach several patterns of lower body bindings, including Kannas
typical Yubi Zeme(which means Toes/Fingers torture), and also show
how to play with it, such as Agura Shibari to Ebi Shibari which is old
Japanese SemeNawa style.
What to Bring: natural fiber rope kit
LONDON PRESSURE POINTS AND ROPE (LORD PERCIVAL)

Pressure points are a lazy-doms friend! Combining that safely with rope
is a set of skills that often differs from most peoples standard roping style.
Please wear clothing that allows comfort and access to the body. Naked is
fine, corset, complex boots, etc. are less than optimal. If you have a favorite
pokey-toy, please bring it and share with the class! Warning, this class gets
loud. Plan accordingly.
What to Bring: Rope of a variety of thicknesses from 3mm (paracord)
through 8mm, a pokey-thingy (anything from an evil stick through a
chop-stick, even hotel pens tend to work), and a pre-negotiated partner.
Requisite Skills: Ability to tie knots.
PARIS
SPEED TIES (SCOTT SMITH)
This is the Shibaricon version of fast and furious with a few less explosions
and the likelihood of a bit more rope burn. Learn new skills, hone existing
ones, and work on dexterity, ambidexterity, rope planning, efficiency,
fluidity, motion awareness, & even breathing.
What to Bring: A rope friend, your favorite rope (3-6 mm), one length
with a monkeys fist on the end. Requisite Skills: rope handling, including
ambidexterity and a good repertoire of knots.
Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands OnOn
VIENNA FUCKING ABOUT WITH ROPE (ANDRA
POLOUTROPON)
Rope bondage is often known for the detailed, formalized patterns that are
incredibly popular - Hip harnesses, Takate Kotes - but not all bondage has
to follow these forms. Much of the time, bondage is about improvisation
and letting the rope just flow - whether that be for the entirety of the tying
or just a way to get rid of excess rope. This class will cover basic concepts
of rope that you can use when playing to create stable, restrictive, and/or
beautiful ties without following a specific pattern.
What to Bring:
Requisite Skills: Knowledge of one and two column ties, basic safety
considerations Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Demo
MONDAY 5/24/2015 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLORENCE HILLBILLY HOJOJUTSU(BOSSBONDAGE)
Hojojutsu is the centurys old traditional Japanese martial art of capturing
and restraining a person with rope. The Modern Hillbilly is a true bohemian
who is not constricted by what the mainstream considers acceptable.
They live by their own rules and are truly a modern day outlaw. Hillbilly
Hojojitsu is the years old non traditional art of BossBondage; combining
the tight rope and rough capture of hojojutsu with rough body play, take
downs and body control, and mixing them all up in a pot with the hillbilly
arts, creating one mean and nasty torturous experience not to soon be
forgotten.
What to Bring: 2 pieces of 10-15ft of 4mm rope and a few pieces of 25-30ft
5-6mm and a 10-15ft piece of 5-6mm. hemp or jute for all the rope
Requisite Skills: None Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL B/C
TRANSITIONS IN MIDAIR - PART 1 (ZAMIL)
This class will not teach suspensions, as this is a prerequisite. This class
will focus on techniques to have your partner put into various different
suspension during one scene without touch-down.
The student will learn the general physics and safety concerns during
transitions. Well show different ways of transitioning from one suspension
into another. The student will learn basic transitions based on Shibaritechniques.
What to Bring: Rope and partner
Requisite Skills: The student must be able to suspend someone safely in
different ways. The student must be able to tie a Takate Kote or similar
stable jap. box tie. Level: Advanced Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL D/E
YUKA SHIBARI: FLOOR WORK (NAWASHI
KANNA)
Students can learn several patterns of Yuka Shibari tying on a floor. As
Kannas Kinbaku style is SemeNawa style, he will make the predicament
from tying the whole body combined with his Ushiro Takate Kote or
other upper body bindings. In Yuka Shibari, there are both of patterns
which binds a suspension rope (only using suspension point, no floating),
& a pattern which doesnt. The latter can play even in the place without
suspension point. Only suspension is not Shibari/Kinbaku.
Students see real pleasure of Kinbaku, learning how to communicate+play
with partner,by feeling ropes and the feeling of the partner in this class!
What to Bring: natural fiber rope kit
Requisite Skills:
LONDON FLOW & SPEED DRILLS (PART 1) (MIDORI)

A series of structured drills and instruction designed for students to gain
essential skills for fluid, effective and graceful motion in tying. Great flow
and speed skills add to dynamic scenes with power, emotional and play
potential, they also increase confidence and allow for greater creativity
and connection with your partner. After the skills are demonstrated and
discussed, students will break into pairs for series of timed drills and
challenges. These are non-competitive exercises designed to increase
your speed and confidence while identifying areas to improve. This is an
excellent class to practice the skills you acquired over the weekend!
What to Bring: Exercise partner (all drills will happen twice so both
partners get the benefits of the drills); rope of varying lengths, safety
scissors, scarf or blindfold Requisite Skills: Basic two-column ties, your
favorite body harnesses, and familiarity with floor work.
PARIS
ELEMENTAL BONDAGE: ROPE BONDAGE FOR
CONNECTION, ENERGY AND PASSION (LEE HARRINGTON)
Rope can ground us into the earth, or have us breathe consciously into the
air. Restraint can help us swim through the waves of our heart, or kindle
passion from the fire within. Rope has the power to be used as a diverse
energetic, spiritual and magical tool, and in this class we will do hands-on
exploration of how rope can be modified to your needs no matter your path.
Lets explore how we connect to bondage and to each other, through the
notion of Intention + Attention = Magic. No experience with rope bondage
or spiritual exploration necessary.
What to Bring: 2 pieces of 15-30ft rope
Level: All Presentation Type: Hands Ono
VIENNA IMPROVISATIONAL ROPE BONDAGE (TIFERETH)
Abandoning familiar structures, forms and ties can be a daunting endeavor.
Yet when we free ourselves from the confines of our familiar systems
of restraints, we find new ways of binding, contorting, stressing and
engaging our partners. This hands-on and ropes-on workshop seeks to
give you the tools to explore bondage outside the box ties, hip harnesses
and frog ties we at times become reliant on. By embracing asymmetry and
improvisation, this class shows you how to take advantage of your partners
body in new, unexpected, and inspired ways.
What to Bring: At least four 25-30 ft. long ropes (6mm or quarterinch diameter) per pair of students. Partner required. Blanket or mat
recommended Requisite Skills: None
MONDAY 5/24/2015 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

FLORENCE INESCAPABLE TIES (SCOTT SMITH)
Do you have that special someone in your life that is the wiggly worm, or
the haughty Houdini? Bring them, or a stand in, and head over to this class.
Part science experiment, part drills, part demo, and a full range from nice to
ouch - this workshop is a rope nerds paradise.
What to Bring: you prefered very low stretch strong rope in 3 through 7mm,
a willing assitant, something to read while they try to get out.
Requisite Skills: Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
INTL B/C
TRANSITIONS IN MIDAIR - PART 2 (PART 1
REQUIRED) (ZAMIL)
This class asks for the best parts of the model and the rigger. It will bring
them both to their technological borders, with the ropes and with their
body and shape. And maybe push them a little or more. This class goes
even further than the first part. Making one transition is fine and flashy, but
what about three or even more changes in mid air, e.g. doing an elongate
summersault in ropes. Not touch down, all in the air.
What to Bring: Rope and partner, biners, rings and whatever you need for
suspensions usualy
Requisite Skills: Student must be able to suspend someone safely in
different ways. Student must be able to tie a TKor similar stable box tie.
INTL D/E
DV8 HOJO FUTOMOMO
(MARK DE VIATE, LANI DE VIATE)
The cross legged DV8 Hojo Futomomo has its roots in the hojo hishi and is
tied in the Nawashi Kanna style. This style of futomomo is tied using cuffs
instead of the traditional wraps down the leg (similar to the cuffs in the TK
portion of the hojo hishi). Hence this is a natural addition when completing
a full body tie. The construction is robust and very useful for face up, face
down or sideways suspension, as the structural integrity of the cross legged
tie enables many varied attachment points and also increases the models
stamina.
What to Bring: At least 8 x 8m ropes Requisite Skills: 2 rope takate kote
Level: Experienced Presentation Type: Hands Onn
LONDON
FLOW & SPEED DRILLS (PART 2) (MIDORI)
A continuation of Part I.
What to Bring: Exercise partner (all drills will happen twice so both
partners get the benefits of the drills); rope of varying lengths, safety
scissors, scarf or blindfold Requisite Skills: Basic two-column ties, your
favorite body harnesses, and familiarity with floor work.
PARIS
BUILDING A MUMMY (PEDRO CORDAS)
On this class it will be shown how to do a mummy tie, starting from
conter-tention. A good ambidextrous exercise for riggers and a hypnotic
one for models. If class allows, exercise will be taken to the level of semisuspension. Attendees must bring a blindfold.
What to Bring: ropes+partner+blindfold
Requisite Skills: None. Level: Intermediate Presentation Type: Hands On
VIENNA SHIBARICON WRAP UP (LEON MONKEYFETISH)
You learned a lot this weekend but you were unable to attend every single
class. Perhaps you cried or gnashed your teeth after having to make the
hard choice to miss that one class. Come to the wrap up class and share the
best of what you learned and learn the best of what you missed.
What to Bring: Rope, The things youve learned over the last few days!
Requisite Skills: None Level: All Presentation Type: Roundtablen

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Wakisarashi and its Place in the History of Shibari

(Sunday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM FLORENCE)

GIGGLES & SENBOUND

FRIDAY 5/22/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00PM

FLORENCE ROPE HANDLING (ANDRA POLOUTROPON)

What to Bring: Paper & Pen or Pencil

FRIDAY 5/22/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLORENCE STRANGE THINGS ON THE CHEST

self-suspension - such as how to tie, will be introduced. This will lead us

FRIDAY 5/22/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

FLORENCE SHUKA BISHI (TATU)

you to perceive subtle body movements and changes during shibari.

SATURDAY 5/22/2015 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

FLORENCE PHYSIOLOGY (SCOTT SMITH)

subjects flexibility or inflexibility.

SATURDAY 5/22/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

INTL F BEAUTIFUL BOYS (MRSB)

SATURDAY 5/22/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

SATURDAY 5/22/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

SUNDAY 5/23/2015 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

SUNDAY 5/23/2015 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

LONDON CREATIVE BONDAGE FOR TORTURE AND

SUNDAY 5/23/2015 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLORENCE DYNAMIC TORSO HARNESS

SUNDAY 5/23/2015 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

FLORENCE INTRODUCTION TO YUKIMURA STYLE

LONDON PRESSURE POINTS AND ROPE (LORD PERCIVAL)

MONDAY 5/24/2015 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LONDON FLOW & SPEED DRILLS (PART 1) (MIDORI)

MONDAY 5/24/2015 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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