Workshop Semenawa #0 plus: Basics and Beyond

The roots of traditional Japanese bondage go back over 100 years to Ito Seiu, the father of Kinbaku, who began tying, studying and publishing his work focusing on the beauty of suffering. He was followed by several generations of Japanese who developed the traditional style. Among them were Nureki Chimuo and his successor Naka Akira, whose Naka ryu, with its refined Japanese aesthetics and deep emotions, is currently one of the most popular and advanced styles of tying.

We present a modern interpretation of Naka ryu in the form of the Kinbaku LuXuria style, which respects the tradition and legacy of its predecessors, but has been adapted for Westerners, in particular with a greater emphasis on safety. This style was adapted from Naka ryu by Riccardo Wildties, deshi (disciple) of Naka Akira, together with his partner Red Sabbath.

Many people wrongly identify Semenawa with pain and torture, harsh positions and uncomfortable Takate Kote. At this workshop we will learn that with proper technique it is possible to tie and enjoy strenuous positions while keeping your partner safe.

We will begin by learning a low hands Gote (Takate Kote) that will provide enough structure for further tying, but also comfort and safety. We will then explore several floor ties, partial and full suspensions of the traditional Japanese style. We will pay attention to the progressive building of our sessions and the importance of surrendering in the ropes to go through the more difficult parts of the tying and dive deeper into the beauty in the suffering.

Pre-requisites

This is not a complete beginners workshop. Both riggers and models should have experience with basic floor ties, especially single and double column ties, basic understanding of knots, simple lacing and any form of gote (Takate Kote). Models should be comfortable with hands tied behind back.

Bring with you

Participants need to bring at least 10 ropes.

Other information

• Length: 2 days
• Level: beginners / intermediate
• Suspension points: bamboos / single points
• Teaching: Sansei