Hashira floorwork

TTying to a hashira (a vertical wooden beam) offers a unique and powerful experience. The immovable nature of the beam and as the body is firmly tied to it bring new sensations and emotions, but also opportunities.

In this workshop, we will cover the fundamentals of tying to hashira. We will explore its full potential in tying mostly on the floor. You will learn simple yet traditional ties with a strong impact. There will be lot of room for improvisation, playfulness, and incorporation of your own kinks.

Pre-requisites

This workshop is for those who have completed a level 1 workshop covering basic Naka Ryu ties and suspension with us or others. Both riggers and models should have experience with basic Naka ryu suspensions. You should master basic floor ties, especially single and double column ties, with an understanding of square and granny knots, lacing, futomomo and Naka ryu gote (Takate Kote). Models should be comfortable in a Gote.

Bring with you

Participants will need to bring 12-14 ropes. Safety scissors are required.

Other information

• Length: 2 days
• Level: upper intermediate
• Suspension points: hashiras - stable vertical beams with maximum dimensions 12x12 cm
• Other requirements: projector welcomed
• Teaching: Peter Soptik & Sansei