Studio Friction Rope Intensive:

INTRO TO BAMBOO SUSPENSION

w/ OsoRopes and BetwixtBlushes

Price (per tying pair): 

BOUND Members $10 | TIED Members $15 | WRAPPED Members $20

Class Description:

You have probably seen people utilizing bamboo as a hard point... but the lock offs look different... and it takes up two points instead of one? How do you attach the bamboo to your points? And how do you, in turn, utilize this different plane versus what you have done on single point? In this class we will learn the basics of uplines, and how to stretch or compress our partner to utilize the wonderful properties of bamboo!

We will start with a practical discussion, tie along together to set up our bamboo, then demonstrate a partial suspension as well as a full suspension, then guide students through these poses together. We will learn how to take advantage of our point to either stretch the body and lines or create compression. This class aims to highlight the difference to single point suspension; giving tops an opportunity to get comfortable with the new lock off, experiment with simple transitions, and explore body mechanics on bamboo. And for our partners to explore the different sensations that suspension on bamboo creates.

Prerequisites and Equipment:

Tops: Knowledge and experience with static suspensions, a suspendable upper body and lower body harness, knowledge of a variety of single column ties (completion of I-1 studio curriculum preferred), experience communicating in suspension. THIS IS NOT YOUR FIRST TIME SUSPENDING!

Equipment:

Every tying pair will need a full suspension rope kit (7-12 full length ropes, including uplines), at least two rated carabiners/metal for rigging (limited amount to borrow), and cutting tool. An aftercare blanket and/or pillow, as well as snacks, are optional but nice to have. 

**Bamboo will be provided

About the Instructors:

OsoRopes
(He/Him) 

Oso has been a part of the Denver rope community since early 2022. Originally intrigued by the shapes he saw, Oso fell in love with the intimacy, challenge, risk, beauty, and connection associated with kinbaku. Oso loves challenging ties with a focus on slow suffering, aesthetics, waist rope, and twisty torsions. Through rope and self expression, Oso believes that everyone has the opportunity to create something beautiful and help cultivate community growth.

BetwixtBlushes
(She/Her) 

BetwixtBlushes is a regular in the Denver scene since 2015. She is an enthusiast of discussion groups, bottoms speaking up (especially in class), and thigh high socks. If you hear giggling, she's often the culprit.

Important Registration Information:

• All attendees must register and pay online, no admittance or registration at the door.

• Studio friction membership is required to attend to enable us to maintain our 501(c)7 non-profit status (per the IRS we can only earn 30% of our income from non-members). If you're not a member, but interested in attending, consider joining us. Membership starts at $10 per month non-recurring. Learn more by clicking here.
  

• 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).

• Audit spots available, please reach out to your instructors or OsoRopes with any questions