The intention behind this class is to explore the erotic potential of floorwork.
At it's heart, what makes kinbaku such a powerful erotic artform is how consciously it revolves around the
act of giving and receiving control, and the heightened states of arousal created when giving the act such
profound attention.
This attention is often described as objectifying, occilating between cruel and attectionate ways.
Furthermore, kinbaku is infused with uniquely fetishistic qualities;
the way rope grips and asserts force on the body, how it moves across the skin, and in bodily positions
we associate with certain emotional charge.
In this class a few relatively simple ties will be taught, using 1-4 ropes each, to research the importance
of the manner in which we approach our partner to provoke and preserve sensual tension, through the
quality of touch and physical manipulation when tying.
This workshop is not meant to tell truths about how to feel, or what dynamic an erotic tying session
should contain, but to give tools and inspiration to play.
Tamandua (He, him)
Swedish kinbaku instructor and rope switch based in Berlin, Germany. He has been working with rope professionally since 2016, offering intimate sessions, and travelling the world to teach his perspective on tying and being tied.
He is a queer person, who appreciates tying with people of various gender. As a switch, he draws inspiration both from the models/bottoms he has tied with, and the riggers/tops he has modelled for, which has let him experience various styles from the inside the ropes
‘I consider kinbaku to be a complex erotic art, which is empathetically sadomasochistic at it's core.
Often tying in a way that can be challenging both for the one tying and the one in the ropes, my shibari usually demands a lot of technical clarity when in the role of a teacher. At the same time, the student’s individuality is a priority when it comes to learning methods and intention.
I view kinbaku as a practice of continuous exploration – where new doors open as your go deeper and further with a partner, over the course of a session, or over the course of a long partnership. Sometimes though, the magic that defines inbaku can be just that one alluring image that sticks with you, a moment suspended in time.
For me, the essence of kinbaku lies in the meeting between the aesthetic expression and the emotional and sensual intention of the practice. And the more ones tying develop, the more seamlessly the parts can intermingle.’
Requirements
This workshop is designed for one person to learn on their model. Switching rolls is not allowed.
Tying couples should feel enthusiastic about exploring sensual and intimate rope together.
For safety reasons, you should know your tying partner prior to the class in order to feel confident about your ability to communicate with each other.
People tying need to know (at least) basic tying skills well, such as being able to make single-column tie,
double-column tie and simple harnesses without step-for-step instruction.
What to bring?
A kit of single ply jute ropes sold for the purpose of shibari/kinbaku, around 6mm thick. Minimum 4 ropes
of ca 7,5-8 meters length plus 1 cut into a couple of shorter bits. Ropes from hardware stores, or from sex stores intended for bedroom bondage are not recommended!
We will be practicing on the floor, we have yoga matts, blankets and pillows but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
If you like to take notes: a notebook and pen.
Comfortable clothes in which you can move freely, tank tops or shorts are ideal, or any yoga/sport clothes.
A bottle of water (leak proof) and some snacks.
A pair of sandals/flip flops to get to the toilet, since they are not directly inside the studio.
Important
Iridescent Studio is a queer led organisation and in our events we do not tolerate racism, discrimination, sexism, homophobia or transphobia.
During the entire workshop we do not allow the use of any mobile or electronic devices to record the content of the workshops.
Please note that if your skills do not meet the requirements for certain workshop exercises, our facilitator may ask you not to participate in those activities for safety reasons. It is your responsibility to ensure your skill level is suitable, and we encourage you to contact us in advance if you have any doubts or concerns.
Tickets
Tickets are per couple and you are able to join to each workshop by independently or with a Weekend Ticket
Early Bird Tickets 115€
Regular tickets 145€
Before you book this ticket , be sure to have the skills required for all the workshops. Please contact us if you have any doubts.
Event’s door closes 10 min before we start, after this, no entry will be granted.
Please read carefully our Term & Conditions page
Location
The studio is located in Amsterdam west, Doctor Jan van Breemenstraat 1.
You can get here by bike, or from Central Station by Tram 13, the stop is Adm. Helfrichstraat.
If you decide to drive to us, here is a link for a parking space just besides the studio.
In our experience the Mobypark platform gives better rates and has several options in the neighbourhood.
Language:
All our workshops and events are taught/guided in English.
Questions?
We understand that this kind of event can be a bit overwhelming for some, and we are more than willing to help you if you need any support to make your workshop experience nicer. Please do not hesitate to mail us if you have any physical limitations, mental health issues or special needs.
Or if you have any other questionsn regarding this event, do not hesitate to drop us an e-mail, we are more than glad to help!