Studio Friction Rope Intensive:

Don't be Koi: Fisherman Harness Intensive

Cost/Tying Pair: WRAPPED Member Price - $40 per tying pair |

TIED Member - $30 | BOUND Member - $20 

Instructors: Thomas and Marilyn

When: Saturday, March 30 12 PM-3 PM

Description:

Are you tired of the intense rib sensations of arms free chest harnesses? Are you looking for something with more support but without the same level of nerve risk as TKs? Then arms front harnesses may be for you! These are a great option to have in your rope tool-kit as you begin partnered suspension.

In this class we will go over the Fisherman Harness in detail. We will explore its own considerations and pros/cons, as well as specific ways to add hangers for suspension, and modify for various body types.

Required Pre-requisites & Equipment:

This is a beginner level class and is open to those who have some basic tying experience. Participants should be able to tie a single column of their choice, as well as have familiarity with a basic chest harness or TK. For those who already have suspension experience, we will show suspension hangers as well as a basic suspension sequence that highlights the benefits of this harness.

While we will cover the safety and consent negotiations required for these ties, this will not be a general rope safety and consent class.

This class will not cover upline management skills.

Attendees should bring 3 full lengths of rope, as well as a half length if they have it and

safety gear (such as shears or other cutting tool).

About our instructors:

Thomas
(he/him)

Thomas joined the Denver Kink community in April of 2022 and has been obsessed ever since. A rope top and self suspender, Thomas has a deep love for all things Shibari, whether that be taking every class possible, learning a new harness for suspensions, or compulsively shopping for new rope. He believes no scene is finished until the last bit of rope is removed, putting extra emphasis on connection, body movement, and intimacy. Recently stepping into the world of teaching, he is so excited to give back to the community that has taught him so much and share all of the education he has absorbed along the way.

Within the kink world, Thomas' interests include: grappling/wrestling, D/S dynamics, CNC play, and is willing to try anything at least 4 times. Outside of kink, Thomas can be found playing guitar, reading, training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, playing board games, walking his 2 dogs, and writing code. Thomas identifies as a cis, poly, het, white male and is constantly curious about human experiences different than his own.

Marilyn
(she/her) 

Marilyn first entered the Denver rope community in 2019. After finishing the partnered curriculum in March 2020 (literally the Wednesday before Denver shut down!), Marilyn began self-tying as a way to maintain her rope skills. She quickly fell in love with the playful, energetic, and dynamic nature of it! She is happy to be back in Denver and to be exploring all that rope has to offer again, whether that's tying others, tying herself, or letting others tie her sometimes too.

Marilyn identifies as a queer, polyamorous, kinky switch. She's passionate about relationship anarchy, arguing the semantics of language, and the value of building connections. She's excited to be engaging with the Denver rope community in a new, bigger way through teaching and curriculum development.

Important Registration Information:

• All attendees must register and pay online, no admittance or registration at the door.
• Photo ID is required to be admitted.
• You must be 19 years of age or older to attend Studio Friction events.
• No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact us for extenuating circumstances).