Beginner’s Class: Rope 101
Days & Times: Tuesdays, May 19, 26, June 9, 16, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (waitlist)
Tuesdays, June 23, 30, July 7, 14 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Cost: $150 / person for the series ($37.50 per class)
Description:
This 4-class series will start you on your journey with the tools to explore rope confidently and safely. Learn the basic building blocks of ties as self-ties, no partner required (though generally encouraged). Rope, safety scissors are required and are sold during class.
Prerequisites:
No previous experience required.
Class Topics:
- Safe Single and Double Column Ties
- Futomomo (leg tie) of various types and how to choose
- Shin Lacing
- Agura (crosslegged) Harness
- Consent and Negotiation
- Safety and Communication
Floor Work: Rope 102 with Mr.R and Arby
Days & Times: Wednesdays 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM,
Cost: $150 / person ($300 per pair)
Joy Street Studios: May 27, June 3, 10, 17
Description:
Rope 102 is the next step for those who have taken Rope 101. This 4-class series will expand your tools to explore rope confidently and safely. Learn the basic building blocks of harnesses, partner required. Each class will pair a soft skill with a technical skill. Rope and safety scissors are required and are sold during class.
If you attend without a partner, you will be assigned a random partner each class and each person will be expected to switch (both tie and get tied).
Class Topics:
- Body Manipulation
- Body Warm-Ups for Tops and Bottoms
- Scene Structure
- Upper Body Nerve Pathways, Safety, and Rope Placement
- Classic Positions and Terminology
- Rope Handling Skills
- Improvisation with Basics
- Creating Non-Classic Positions
Prerequisites:
Top-Only or Switch: Rope 101 OR previous rope experience including everything from Rope 101
Bottom-Only: Consent and Negotiation Skills
Somerville SkillShare
Days & Times: Last Thursdays 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Doors close at 7:15p)
Thursdays: 05/28
Cost: $15-$40
Description:
Join us for an open-format skill sharing session, where all experience levels are welcome! Whether you want to tie, be tied, watch, share techniques, or simply socialize with the community, this is a space for exploration and learning. There’s no formal instruction—just an opportunity to exchange knowledge, practice, and connect in a relaxed, respectful environment. Bring your rope, a yoga mat, curiosity, and enthusiasm! (and a snack if you want)
For those who are brand new to BnB, we will run a short Crash Course for the first hour, 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM.
Quick and Dirty: Intro to Rope
Days & Times: Tuesday, May 12, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Cost: $60 / pair / class (partner required)
Curious about rope bondage, but not sure how to get started in a safe, practical way? Our consent-based and hands-on approach will help you gain confidence to add a little spice to your life.
Class Includes:
- Risk, Safety and Communication
- Consent and Negotiation
- Basic Knots
- Variety of Positions
