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    • 12 Sep 2023
    • 10 Oct 2023
    • 4 sessions
    • Studio Friction Main Room
    • 2
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    Studio Friction's Self-Tying Rope Bondage Series:

    Self Tying 3:

    Transitions & Dynamic Self-Suspensions

    with Marilyn and Kennedy

    This self-tying rope bondage class is for those who have some experience self-suspending already and want to take their practice to the next level. This course is the third of a three-part self-tying/suspension series that will take you from never having touched rope before to dynamic self-suspension in the air within 12 weeks. The focus of this course will be transitions and dynamic self-suspensions.

    In this class, you will learn:

    • Side self-suspensions
    • Futomomo self-suspensions
    • Transitions in self-suspensions
    • Dynamic movements in self-suspensions

    This class is for those who have completed the Self Tying 2 course. Students may test into the Self-Tying 3 course if they can show proficiency in tying a suspendable chest harness, hip harness, and load line management. Please contact office@studiofriction.com after registering if you need to test into the course.

    Details:

    • When: September 12, 19, 26, and October 10th (note that October 3rd is skipped due to the Tightlines event).
    • Studio friction membership is required to attend curriculum courses to enable us to maintain our 501(c)7 non-profit status. If you're not a member but interested in attending you can purchase a one-month membership for $10. Learn more by clicking here.
    • Course price is per individual. Bound members = $100, Tied members = $125, Wrapped members = $150.
    You must provide your own rope

    Approx. (5) 30' lengths and (2) 15' lengths of rope for harnesses (can be natural or synthetic)

    Approx (5) 30' lengths of rope for uplines (must be synthetic)

    Hardware for suspending, such as carabiners, a rigging plate, a ring, etc.

    Cutting implement, such as safety sheers

    Instructors:

    Marilyn (she/her, fet: _Marilyn_)

    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.

    Kennedy Be Mine – (they/them, she/her)

    Kennedy is queer, kinky and an avid self-suspender! Kennedy took her first rope class at studio friction in 2022 and has been tying ever since. They especially enjoy blending nerdy cosplay with shibari and loves the way rope can make every, body feel amazing.

    Important Information:

    • It is your responsibility to attend each class session. Course curriculum is typically sequential. Course instructors are not responsible for offering make-up classes or catching students up on missed material. (Note that some instructors will offer private lessons for missed classes.)
    • Be on time for class. Instructors are not responsible for waiting for late attendees.
    • Registration & payment required in advance.
    • Bring a photo ID that matches your last name listed in your online registration.
    • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of the first class (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances.) 
    • No refunds or credits for missed class sessions.
    • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.


      • 27 Sep 2023
      • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
      • Studio Friction Main Room
      • 27
      Register


      OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

      COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

      Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

      Important event information:

      • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
      • Registration & payment required online in advance.
      • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
      • No admittance after 8:30pm
      • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
      • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
        • 30 Sep 2023
        • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
        • Studio Friction
        • 9
        Register


        Studio Friction Rope Intensive:

        How to Suck Better at Rope

        with

        AIR

        Price per pair:

        BOUND Members $20 |TIED Members $30 | WRAPPED Members $40

        Price per person:

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

        Instructors: Air

        When: Saturday, September 30 11AM-2PM


        Description:

        How to suck better at rope: A class for tops & bottoms.

        -This class is based on the concept that mastery of any skill may only be achieved with a willingness to try (or tie) and fail over and over and over. Fun opener, right!? But seriously, hear me out! I won’t list all the reasons I’m qualified to teach this, but let’s just say, I value trying more than not failing. In this class, I’ll share a multitude of tips and tricks I use in rope and in life to enhance joy/connection, decrease judgement/doubt, and have grace and ease with all the inevitable big and little “failures” along the way. To paraphrase Caroline Mchugh in her Ted Talk, The Art of Being Yourself, “Don’t fake it till you make it, fake it till you become it!”

        -Class format: Demo/Discussion/Allotted time for class to tie

        -Class will likely teach w/ a partner if possible, but is curated to be accessible to self-tiers/partnered tiers alike

        Required Pre-requisites & Equipment:

        • Comfortable and smooth tying a non-collapsing single column of your choice
        • 4 to 6 30’ lengths of rope and safety shears
        Preferred Pre-requisites:
        • Completion of a Studio Friction Beginner Intensive or Beginner 1.
        • Initial familiarity with various frictions
        • Smooth tying of a non-collapsing double column of  your choice 
        • Ability to tie at least one harness of your choice without additional instruction on the pattern. This could include a 2-rope TK, arms-free harness, hip harness, etc. (Note: we will not be covering the patterns of harnesses in this class)

        About our instructors:

        Air
        (she/they)

        Air is a queer non-binary neurospicy poly switchy shaninstigator of magnitude (yes, all the things). They joined the public bdsm scene in 2016, with a primary focus in Japanese style rope bondage. As an avid self-tier, rigger, and rope bottom, Air has worked with a multitude of highly skilled rope/bdsm practitioners over the years and has presented and performed at both national and international level events. Air’s tying style can be described as skillful, creative, precocious, unique, and often hilariously sadistic.

        Air’s greatest joy as an instructor is fostering an environment of inclusion, non-judgement, & possibility, while meeting folks exactly where they are on their magical kink journey. In Air’s classes you will learn new skills, be encouraged to think outside of the box, gain confidence & self awareness, and likely engage in a copious amount of laughter. Air’s skill, enthusiasm, and genuine delight for all things *rope & connection* is inspiring and quite contagious.

        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).
          • 3 Oct 2023
          • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
          • Studio Friction Main Room
          • 40
          Register


          Tight Lines: A kink life drawing event

          COST: Sliding scale $10/$15/$20

          Please bring your favorite drawing materials; we will be drawing the human form in an array of kinky activities. Obviously, there will be a strong focus on rope, and we will likely start there, but eventually, there will be a range of kinks represented. We will create a relaxed atmosphere to see and draw fun, sexy things. 

          If you are new to rope or kink, this will be a great low-pressure atmosphere to spend some time watching and drawing some beautiful kink. Models will pose for varying times in various kinds of positions. 

          If you don't have them, we will provide some basic materials, but certainly, bring your favorite sketchbook/tablet/easel and mark-making supplies. 

          Switchtext isn’t an art instructor, but he does have an art degree and has spent a lot of time in life drawing classes. He is happy to offer input and suggestions on your work if you would like. 

          If you are interested in posing and tying for these drawing sessions, reach out to nate@studiofriction.com

          This is a BYOB event; please drink responsibly. Glass is not allowed in the studio; please make sure to bring cans or a cup to pour your drink into.

          Important event information:

          • Please arrive by 7:30pm so that our event manager has time to relax and draw too.
          • Registration & payment required online in advance.
          • Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed in your online registration for admittance.
          • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
          • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
            • 4 Oct 2023
            • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
            • Studio Friction Main Room
            • 40
            Register


            OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

            COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

            Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

            Important event information:

            • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
            • Registration & payment required online in advance.
            • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
            • No admittance after 8:30pm
            • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
            • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
              • 7 Oct 2023
              • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
              • Studio Friction Main Room
              • 1
              Register


              Twisty Pops! Hanging Hashira Suspensions with

              Sam Jay & Zero Gi


              price per tying pair: 

              BOUND Members $215 |TIED Members $225 | WRAPPED Members $235

              Saturday Oct 7th, 10AM to 4PM


              In this advanced weekend intensive, join Zero-Gi and Sam Jay in  turning everything you know about hashira on its head. From leading ideas to Hanging Hashira suspensions, we will thoroughly cover set-up, fundamentals and body mechanics, adaptations and transpositions of classic hashira styles, and finally our nouveau style "Twisty Pops" developed uniquely for Hanging Hashira.

              Why Hanging Hashira?

              Floating bamboo suspensions are often more feasible than traditional hashira for home ties and event ties as indoor posts are often not as readily available. However, Hanging Hashiras present not only their own unique risks, but also unique options when compared to traditional hashira ties.

              Saturday, Day 1 - The Ins and Outs of Hanging Hashira

              In the workshop, we will first focus on adaptive rigging setups for functionality, style, and safety. From there, we will dive into a diversity of methods and mechanics for getting into and out of hashira ties, and how they apply to fixed vs. Hanging Hashira. We identify and compare at least six different approaches, breaking down their power zones, constraints, vulnerabilities, and versatilities. Having demonstrated and practiced these methods, we will map different approaches into complementary applications throughout the weekend.

              Classical Forms on Hanging Hashira

              We will then focus on what and how to achieve both the classic feel and the intense look of hashira ties and sequences. Our studies on classical forms will play to the strengths of Hanging Hashira to enhance these aspects and expand on fixed styles while making strategic adaptations to avoid common transpositional pitfalls.

              Hanging Hashira Nouveau: Twisty Pops and other hanging offences

              We've built out and worked through the rhyme, reason, and rules of Hanging Hashira and practiced adapting and enhancing classical forms for this medium. Now it's prime time for crime. In this unit, we break ranks with traditional forms and cross over into our dynamic style specifically designed around the dangly stick.

              Hanging Hashira Creative Development: Advanced experiments for mad scientists

              Keeping all the fundamentals, strategy, mechanics, and technique, we will finish with an expert study of collaborative experimentation for Hanging Hashira. Using a novel development format designed to spark inspiration, we will use all the concepts from the weekend and map them to your unique strengths and styles as rope partners. It is our aim that we develop a well-rounded practice balancing both ties/forms that we can adapt to our partners and custom ties/forms that are built from the ground up in the unique container of our synergy for bespoke specialties.

              Conceptual, aesthetic and safety aspects will be discussed throughout, with a strong emphasis on technical and practical details. If you've ever learned from us, you can bet there will be tasty nuggets of unique, interaction-focused warm-up exercises interspersed throughout.

              Things to bring:

              • 1 hank of 5mm or 6 mm POSH to hang your bamboo.
              • Your standard rope kit. No fewer than 12 full length ropes, plus all your favorite half length/medium/shorty ropes and uplines. Natural fiber preferred for body ties for added friction and reduced friction burns.
              • 3+ carabiners
              • Swivel (optional)

              Prerequisites:

              Please reach out to the organizers if you have questions about any of the following!

              • This is an advanced intensive for both tops and bottoms, in which you may need to make emergency descents to avoid serious injury. You and your partner should be able to tie and suspend from a sustainable upper body and lower body harness for periods in excess of 15-20 minutes at a time.
              • You and your partner must also be knowledgeable and experienced with:
              • Multiple transitions in suspension
              • At least one tie you and your partner are comfortable suspending from a single point
              • Tying at least one form of non-collapsing single column tie
              • Hardpoint and equipment evaluation and risk awareness
              • Bondage risk awareness and anatomy/body mechanics in rope
              • Following instructions and asking for help while suspending, both from instructors and partners
              • Effectively communicating in emergency descent situations
              • Protecting your and your partner's needs, vulnerabilities, and boundaries before, during, and after rope
              • Ego management
              • Bondage risk awareness and anatomy/body mechanics in rope.
              • You and your partner should be able to tie and suspend together, including multiple transitions.

              For the top:

              • Ability to tie at least one form of non-collapsing tie.
              • Ability to manage multiple uplines with fast, secure lockoffs
              • Ability to tie with accurate, consistent placement and tension, and with variable levels of tension

              For the bottom:

              • Ability to communication in rope and in suspension, including inversions.
              • Awareness of your own body and necessary adaptations.
              • Following instructions and asking for help while suspending, both from instructors and partners
              • Protecting your and your partner's needs, vulnerabilities, and boundaries before, during, and after rope

                Sam Jay & Zero Gi DISCLAIMERS:

                • We are not licensed instructors of anything here.
                • Some things we've picked up from others, but these are our own interpretations
                • Other things are our own Inventions

                About the Instructors:

                Sam Jay he/him, Zero Gi she/her

                Zero-Gi and Samjay take rope bondage to new heights, from skyscrapers to haute couture. As a rope duo, their dynamic style and taste for the extreme have manifested in everything from single toe suspension performances in Jamaica to rigging from the tops of Berlin radio towers at dawn. As an artistic tying team, their collaborations have graced top fashion magazines working with talents like Emily Ratajkowski and Justine Biticon, and they have been honored to present for a diversity of audiences worldwide, ranging in genre from high fetish ball Torture Garden NYC to underground queer techno raves, upscale galas, secret sex societies, social justice groups, and in burlesque, circus, fine arts, parkour, and high fashion.

                Important Registration Information:

                • All attendees must register and pay online, no admittance or registration at the door.
                • Photo ID is required to be admitted and must match the Last Name listed in your online registration. 
                • You must be at least 19 years of age to attend Studio Friction events.
                • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact us for extenuating circumstances).
                        • 7 Oct 2023
                        • 8:00 PM
                        • 8 Oct 2023
                        • 2:00 AM
                        • Studio Friction
                        • 70
                        Register


                        Studio Friction Presents: 

                        Haunted Hustle: A Halloween Disco Play Party

                        Saturday, October 7th 8 PM to 2 AM

                        Cost: Bound Members = Free | Tied Members = $20 |

                        Wrapped Members = $25 | Non-members = $30


                        Join us Saturday, October 7th for a Halloween-themed boogie frights bash!

                        Get ready for a night of tricks and treats and disco sweat! Be mesmerized like a moth to a flame, captivating your senses with a daring and hypnotic fire performance by Sweetie.  Marvel at performances by members of our local community, D_lil_seahorse and IshmaelSailor, as well as our special guest instructors, SamJay and ZeroGi.  Satiate your oral fixations with a bewitching selection of spooky snacks and tantalizing treats.

                        And remember! Dress to impress in your favorite disco digs, fetish gear, or maybe both!

                        See you there, don't be a square! ...Unless of course, that's the Halloween alias of your choice, in which case, your Geometry teacher would be proud!

                        Important event information:

                        • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                        • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                        • BYOB with mixers and ice in the kitchen Play responsibly.
                        • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                        • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                          • 8 Oct 2023
                          • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
                          • Studio Friction Main Room
                          • 6
                          Register


                          Novel Ties

                          with

                          Sam Jay & Zero Gi


                          price per tying pair: 

                          BOUND Members $215 |TIED Members $225 | WRAPPED Members $235

                          Sunday Oct 8th, 10AM to 4PM


                            Sunday, Day 2 - NovelTies

                            These are thoroughly developed ties from our own laboratory and a couple rare gems that we've picked up from far-off friends over the years.

                            Prerequisites:

                            • Bondage risk awareness and anatomy/body mechanics in rope.
                            • You and your partner should be able to tie and suspend together, including multiple transitions.

                            For the top:

                            • Ability to tie at least one form of non-collapsing tie.
                            • Ability to manage multiple uplines with fast, secure lockoffs
                            • Ability to tie with accurate, consistent placement and tension, and with variable levels of tension

                            For the bottom:

                            • Ability to communication in rope and in suspension, including inversions.
                            • Awareness of your own body and necessary adaptations.
                            • Following instructions and asking for help while suspending, both from instructors and partners
                            • Protecting your and your partner's needs, vulnerabilities, and boundaries before, during, and after rope

                            Things to bring on Day 2:

                            • A suspension ring or similar
                            • A few extra straps for your ring
                            • A standard kit of rope - enough for suspension. A few shorter ropes may be helpful

                            Must be knowledgeable and experienced with:

                            For everyone:

                            • -bondage risk awareness and anatomy/body mechanics in rope
                            • -multiple transitions in suspension
                            • -sustainable upper body harnesses for suspension
                            • -tying at least one form of non-collapsing single column tie
                            • -following instructions and asking for help while suspending, both from instructors and partners
                            • -protecting your and your partner's needs, vulnerabilities, and boundaries before, during, and after rope

                            If tying:

                            • -managing and handling multiple uplines in suspension
                            • -secure, fast lockoffs
                            • -rope and body handling
                            • -ability to tie with consistent and accurate tension and placement

                            If being tied:

                            • -ability to sustain and communicate effectively in inversions
                            • -proper adaptations for your body
                            • -ability to sustain load-bearing waist rope or hip harnesses

                            Will benefit from:

                            • -having many variations of upper body, hip, and lower body harnesses in your toolbox and knowledge of their comparative strengths and weaknesses in different applications
                            • -experience navigating both dynamic and static transition sequences
                            • -experience adapting ties and adapting in ties for injury risk reduction
                            • -effective communication in the air
                            • -experience with your tying partner
                            • -ego management

                            Sam Jay & Zero Gi DISCLAIMERS:

                            • We are not licensed instructors of anything here.
                            • Some things we've picked up from others, but these are our own interpretations
                            • Other things are our own Inventions

                            About the Instructors:

                            Sam Jay he/him, Zero Gi she/her

                            Zero-Gi and Samjay take rope bondage to new heights, from skyscrapers to haute couture. As a rope duo, their dynamic style and taste for the extreme have manifested in everything from single toe suspension performances in Jamaica to rigging from the tops of Berlin radio towers at dawn. As an artistic tying team, their collaborations have graced top fashion magazines working with talents like Emily Ratajkowski and Justine Biticon, and they have been honored to present for a diversity of audiences worldwide, ranging in genre from high fetish ball Torture Garden NYC to underground queer techno raves, upscale galas, secret sex societies, social justice groups, and in burlesque, circus, fine arts, parkour, and high fashion.

                            Important Registration Information:

                            • All attendees must register and pay online, no admittance or registration at the door.
                            • Photo ID is required to be admitted and must match the Last Name listed in your online registration. 
                            • You must be at least 19 years of age to attend Studio Friction events.
                            • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact us for extenuating circumstances).
                                    • 11 Oct 2023
                                    • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                    • Studio Friction Main Room
                                    • 41
                                    Register


                                    OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

                                    COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

                                    Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

                                    Important event information:

                                    • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
                                    • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                    • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                    • No admittance after 8:30pm
                                    • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                    • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                      • 13 Oct 2023
                                      • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                      • Studio Friction Main Room
                                      • 43
                                      Register


                                      Fab Lab open lab

                                      COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

                                      An affinity space for people who fall under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella.

                                      This is a welcoming space to connect with others, practice or learn new techniques, and explore new kinks in a place where you can be comfortable being you.

                                      We will not be checking for queer cards at the door. If you feel you will benefit from being in a space centered around and for the LGBTQIA+ community you are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you have any questions about this do not hesitate to contact the studio.

                                      Important event information:

                                      • You must arrive by 8pm so that our event volunteers have time to relax and play too.
                                      • 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. 
                                      • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                      • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                      • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                      • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                        • 14 Oct 2023
                                        • 5:01 PM - 8:00 PM
                                        • Studio Friction Main Room
                                        • 43
                                        Register


                                        Self-Suspension SATURDAYS

                                        COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS |

                                        $10 FOR WRAPPED MEMBERS | $20 FOR Non-members

                                        On the second Saturday of each month, self-tying and self-suspending enthusiasts are encouraged to take over the main floor of Studio Friction! Every evening begins with a quick demo or tie along for any interested in self-supenders. Attendees are welcomed to participate or free to tie/suspend themselves. Self-suspenders are encouraged to bring a partner or friend as a spotter though this is not required. Group spotters will be available throughout the event. Beginners are welcome. Skill sharing among attendees is encouraged, but not required.

                                        All other types of rope folx are welcome and encouraged to come as well and tie upstairs or in the champagne room. It's a night for all folk to practice and enjoy rope together.

                                        Important event information:

                                        • You must arrive by 6pm so that our event volunteers have time to relax and play too.
                                        • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                        • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                        • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                        • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                          • 18 Oct 2023
                                          • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                          • Studio Friction Main Room
                                          • 40
                                          Register


                                          OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

                                          COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

                                          Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

                                          Important event information:

                                          • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
                                          • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                          • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                          • No admittance after 8:30pm
                                          • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                          • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                            • 20 Oct 2023
                                            • 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
                                            • Studio Friction
                                            • 64
                                            Register



                                            Studio Friction's newest comedy show is hosted by our very own Chris Wellman. Chris is a kink & sex positive comedian who hosts both the Comedy & Kink and The Slut Down comedy shows in Denver.

                                            The Knotty Show is part stand-up comedy show, part rope demonstration. Colorado's goofiest comedians perform their craft alongside a couple of kinksters doing a suspension. Sometimes the comics roll with it and sometimes the comics get all blushy & bashful. Either way, hilarity ensues!

                                            This show is 21+, BYOB, and will have donation libations and pizza available. Patrons are still welcome to bring their own sodas, water bottles, beer, and wine to enjoy (no hard liquor).

                                            Important Registration Information:

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

                                            • Photo ID is required to be admitted.
                                            • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                • 21 Oct 2023
                                                • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
                                                • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                • 9
                                                Register


                                                Studio Friction Rope Intensive

                                                Start Here: Foundations of Rope

                                                COST per Tying Pair: WRAPPED Members - $80  | Tied Members - $60| Bound Members - $40

                                                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.

                                                Are you new to rope, interested, & excited to jump in? But you don't have time to commit 4 weeks of rope classes? Then this is the intensive for you with lots of great content in just 1 day.

                                                Details:

                                                • When: Saturday, October 21st from 10-5pm. Morning session from 10-1pm. Lunch from 1-2pm. Afternoon session from 3-5pm.
                                                • Studio friction membership is required to attend curriculum courses to enable us to maintain our 501(c)7 non-profit status. If you're not a member but interested in attending you can purchase a one-month membership for $10. Learn more by clicking here.
                                                • Course price is per tying pair. You must provide your own partner
                                                • You must provide your own rope (2 to 4 lengths of ~30 feet). Rope is available to purchase from the studio during your first class.

                                                  Description:

                                                  This intensive will orient you to the Studio Friction space and get you started on your rope journey. There will be six hours of tying and plenty of time to answer any burning questions to jump start your rope bondage experience.

                                                  The morning session (10am-1pm) will cover discussion & tying.

                                                  • Consent
                                                  • Negotiation & safety
                                                  • Vetting Potential Partners
                                                  • Studio/venue Etiquette
                                                  • Setting a scene
                                                  • Rope types
                                                  The afternoon session (2-5pm) will cover practical tying.
                                                  • Beginner rope patterns & foundational techniques
                                                  • Single & Double Column
                                                  • Bunny ears
                                                  • Reverse tension chest harness
                                                  • Basic spiral Futomomo
                                                  • First rope of a 3 rope TK
                                                  This series is meant to give you the basics to step into using rope bondage at home safely, as well as be able to learn other floor-based topics in outside classes. Please note that both a partner and rope are required. Rope can be purchased at the studio, as needed.

                                                  No experience is necessary to take this class.

                                                  Note: Must test out of Beginner 1 with an SF instructor to sign up for Beginner 2.

                                                    Equipment: 4 to 6 - 30' lengths of rope

                                                    Instructors:

                                                    Avid (they/them)

                                                    Avid ties others, ties themself, and gets tied by others. They've been learning rope since 2015 and have been involved in the public community since 2018. A passionate educator by trade, Avid is excited to facilitate experiences and education for folx who are newer to the wide world of rope.

                                                    Switchtext (he/him)

                                                    Switchtext is a designer, co-founder and creative director of Studio Friction. He is more interested in sensations and understanding the elements of rope bondage than mastering someone’s specific pattern. Switchtext has been tying for 14 years. He has learned so much in that time and enjoys knowing he has so much more to learn.

                                                    Important event information:

                                                    • A partner is required for all curriculum courses.
                                                    • Studio friction membership is required to attend curriculum courses to enable us to maintain our 501(c)7 non-profit status.
                                                    • It is your responsibility to attend each class session. Course curriculum is typically sequential. Course instructors are not responsible for offering make-up classes or catching students up on missed material. (Note that some instructors will offer private lessons for missed classes.)
                                                    • Be on time for class. Instructors are not responsible for waiting for late attendees.
                                                    • Registration & payment required in advance.
                                                    • Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                    • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                    • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                                    • 21 Oct 2023
                                                    • 5:01 PM - 10:00 PM
                                                    • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                    • 44
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                                                    POtluck / saturday rope Time

                                                    COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED MEMBERS - $20 FOR GUESTS

                                                    Every Third Saturday from 5-10 pm, we gather as a community to share a meal, and time to practice rope. Bring a dish to share, we generally eat from 5-6, and tie after. Make sure to bring some rope and a tying partner if you want to tie or be tied by another person. Self-suspenders and observers are welcome to come solo. Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

                                                    Important event information:

                                                    • You must arrive by 6pm so that our event volunteers have time to relax and play too.
                                                    • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                                    • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                    • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                    • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                                      • 25 Oct 2023
                                                      • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                                      • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                      • 42
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                                                      OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

                                                      COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

                                                      Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

                                                      Important event information:

                                                      • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
                                                      • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                                      • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                      • No admittance after 8:30pm
                                                      • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                      • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                                        • 26 Oct 2023
                                                        • 16 Nov 2023
                                                        • 4 sessions
                                                        • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                        • 6
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                                                        Studio Friction's Rope Bondage Series

                                                        Intermediate course 3

                                                        COST per Tying Pair: WRAPPED Members - $175 | Tied Members - $150 | Bound Members - $100

                                                        Instructors: Zoë and Switchtext

                                                        When: Thursdays 6:00-8:00 pm 10/26, 11/2, 11/9,11/16


                                                        Description:

                                                        This is the final section of our intermediate series. You must have completed the intermediate 2 series or tested out of it in order to take this class. 

                                                        In this course we’ll cover some ways to turn all of the technical stuff into fun scenes, start moving our partners around in partials, learn the key information around torsions, and introduce you to transitions. 

                                                        Requirements: 

                                                        - Must have a solid understanding of a couple chest harnesses and hip harness (likely from taking Beginner 1 and 2, and Intermediate 1 and 2)

                                                        - Experience with load lines and suspension

                                                        - All needed hardware and gear. 

                                                        - 8-12 bundles of rope 25’-30’ in length

                                                        About our instructors:

                                                        Zoë / Sn0h (she/her)

                                                        Zoë discovered her passion for Shibari a year ago, drawn to its beauty, intimacy, and the profound connection it fosters. Her journey in Shibari has been transformative, teaching her the power of consent, communication, and deep exploration of one's self.

                                                        Beyond the ropes, Zoë cherishes the connections she forges with her partners and the kink community. She seeks to share her knowledge and passion through workshops and demonstrations, fostering an environment of exploration.

                                                        Switchtext (he/him)

                                                        Switchtext is a designer, co-founder and creative director of Studio Friction. He is more interested in sensations and understanding the elements of rope bondage than mastering someone’s specific pattern. Switchtext has been tying for 14 years. He has learned so much in that time and enjoys knowing he has so much more to learn.

                                                        Important Information:

                                                        • Studio Friction membership is required to attend curriculum courses to enable us to maintain our 501(c)7 non-profit status. If you're not a member but interested in attending you can purchase a one-month membership for $10. Learn more by clicking here.
                                                        • It is your responsibility to attend each class session. Course curriculum is typically sequential. Course instructors are not responsible for offering make-up classes or catching students up on missed material. (Note that some instructors will offer private lessons for missed classes.)
                                                        • Be on time for class. Instructors are not responsible for waiting for late attendees.
                                                        • Registration & payment required in advance.
                                                        • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                        • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of the first class (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances.) 
                                                        • No refunds or credits for missed class sessions.
                                                        • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                                              • 27 Oct 2023
                                                              • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                                              • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                              • 45
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                                                              TNG At Studio Friction

                                                              Bound Members: Free

                                                              Wrapped & Tied Members: Sliding Scale: $10-20

                                                              Non-Members: $15

                                                              The Next Generation (TNG) Night is back at Studio Friction! A special event for the younger folx under 35. TNG is great for those new and experienced with rope alike. It’s a safe space to try out rope for the first time while also building community among the next generation. Skill sharing is encouraged from experienced riggers. And of course, non-rope activities are allowed too.

                                                              Schedule:

                                                              • From 7:30-8pm there will be casual instruction on a basic knot and safety.
                                                              • Pending the availability of experienced riggers, there may be an opportunity for rope tastings throughout the night.
                                                              • Arrive by 8pm to allow our volunteers time to socialize/play too!

                                                              TNG is especially good for people new to Studio Friction as it’s one of our few regular monthly events that is open to non-members.  

                                                              Bring your rope and/or curiosity and come hang out at Studio Friction's TNG Night!

                                                              Important Event Information

                                                              • This event is restricted to kinksters 35 years of age or younger. Older attendees in good standing are allowed to attend as an accompanied guest with their TNG-aged partner. Folx over 35 years of age will be required to arrive and leave with their TNG partner.
                                                              • Attendees must arrive by 8pm to allow our check-in/manager volunteers time to socialize/play too!
                                                              • Registration & payment required in advance.
                                                              • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                              • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                                  • 1 Nov 2023
                                                                  • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
                                                                  • Studio Friction Main Room
                                                                  • 44
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                                                                  OPEN ROPE LAB WEDNESDAY Nights

                                                                  COST: FREE FOR BOUND AND TIED MEMBERS - $10 FOR WRAPPED 

                                                                  Every Wednesday from 7-10 pm, Studio Friction opens the doors for members to practice their rope work. Tie yourself, tie a partner, be tied by someone -- or even just stop by to socialize and observe! Note that no class will be offered but knowledgeable folx will be around to answer questions!

                                                                  Important event information:

                                                                  • Studio friction membership is required to attend Wednesday lab 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.
                                                                  • Registration & payment required online in advance.
                                                                  • Bring a photo ID that matches the Last Name listed in your online registration for admittance.
                                                                  • No admittance after 8:30pm
                                                                  • No refunds or credits on cancellations within 24 hours of event (contact office@studiofriction.com with extenuating circumstances)
                                                                  • You must be at least 19 years old to attend events at Studio Friction.
                                                                    • 11 Nov 2023
                                                                    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
                                                                    • Studio Friction
                                                                    • 5
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                                                                    Studio Friction Rope Intensive:

                                                                    Creating Connection


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

                                                                    TIED Member - $30 | BOUND Member - $20 

                                                                    Instructors: Pixie and GoodFoxy

                                                                    When: Saturday, November 11 1PM-5PM


                                                                    Description:

                                                                    As we start learning the technicalities of rope bondage, it can be all too easy to think more about the pattern than the person that we're tying. But ultimately most us tie to have fun, promote emotions, feelings, and connection. Connective techniques can be taught just as patterns can - and that's exactly what this workshop aims to do. Sensation and spice don't require suspension. This intensive is focused on ways to enjoy connection through rope on the ground (and some partial suspensions as options).

                                                                    By the end of this series on Creating Connection, students will be able to:

                                                                    1. Include connection techniques in negotiations.

                                                                    2. Include both rope and non-rope techniques for connection.

                                                                    3. Tie the same structure with distinctly different feelings.

                                                                    4. Riggers will learn to read bottoms. Bottoms will learn how to give productive feedback.

                                                                    5. Use key techniques to improve rope handling and create your own patternless ties.

                                                                    6. Add "spice" to any tie through the little details of tying toes, feet, legs, diaphragm, face, and hair.

                                                                    7. Begin exploration into semenawa and intention pain in rope

                                                                    8. Ultimately have rope scenes that emphasize connection for both partners

                                                                    Required Pre-requisites & Equipment:

                                                                    • Comfortable and smooth tying a non-collapsing single column of your choice
                                                                    • 4 to 6 30’ lengths of rope
                                                                    Preferred Pre-requisites:
                                                                    • Completion of a Studio Friction Beginner Intensive or Beginner 1.
                                                                    • Initial familiarity with various frictions
                                                                    • Smooth tying of a non-collapsing double column of  your choice 
                                                                    • Ability to tie at least one harness of your choice without additional instruction on the pattern. This could include a 2-rope TK, arms-free harness, hip harness, etc. (Note: we will not be covering the patterns of harnesses in this class)

                                                                    About our instructors:

                                                                    Pixie - @P1X13
                                                                    (she/her)
                                                                    p1x13 (pronounced pixie) has been getting tied, tying herself, and tying others for the past 8 years. She was previously a community leader in St. Louis and sat on the board of directors at Studio Friction from 21-22. An academic at heart, she always enjoys learning more about rope bondage and other forms of kink. She is drawn towards the flexibility of rope especially for its beauty, pain, strain, challenge, sensation, joy, and, of course, its connection.

                                                                    GoodFoxy
                                                                    (she/they) 

                                                                    GoodFoxy (she/they) has been in love with shibari for about 4 years. She was thankfully introduced to it as a bottom by a friend and after taking curriculum classes with the intention of bottoming, they soon found a desire to learn to tie quickly becoming clear. They identify as a queer rope switch. Their tying style leans heavily into sensual, focused, connected (umm..sometimes sexy) rope with interwoven elements of sadism, playfulness, and creativity. 

                                                                    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).



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