This is a full day workshop addressed to riggers and models interested in exploring dynamic suspensions and transitions.
The content of this weekend focuses on a more acrobatic and athletic approach to rope suspension. The sequences are fast paced, technically challenging and physically taxing for the models.
The program aims to help both riggers and models develop mutual awareness and autonomy in order to successfully support each other in the process of executing a more dynamic and challenging suspension sequence. The goal is to learn how to use and enjoy various states of mind-body such as tension and relaxation, stress positions and resting positions, autonomous movement and surrender…
(NOTE: Advanced Workshop - Riggers should master suspension line management before attending this class; the sequences are challenging and models should not suffer unnecessarily because riggers hesitate with their up-lines.)
Gorgone
(she/they) is a French rope switch and co-founder of Shibari Study.
Their method and approach to rope is deeply influenced by their interest and personal practice of conscious movement together with 10+ years of intense professional experience on both sides of the rope.
Their teaching is directed to both riggers and models, guiding them into developing active, conscious and efficient partnerships in order to create safer and more successful rope experiences.
She takes time to deconstruct everything she teaches, from the most basic to the most complex ties, and always addresses both the rope’s and body’s mechanics of a tie or position. Her pedagogy focuses on encouraging and developing technical autonomy, freedom and creativity in the student’s practice while maintaining a fundamental background of safety, knowledge and awareness.
With Gorgone you will not only learn the ‘how’ but also the ‘why’ behind each tie so you can adapt or modify a harness or position to each new partner and situation and fully incorporate it into your own unique practice.
The heart of Gorgone's tying and teaching is the idea that Shibari is not about "rope - on the body” but about "the body - in rope".
For whom is this workshop and prerequisites.
This is an advance class, if you have any doubt please reach us by email before purchasing a ticket.
Switching rolls during the workshop is not allowed.
Partnered/couples only, not solo participants.
What to bring?
Your own set of ropes, at least 8 to 10 full length (8 meters) and 2 half length.
We will be practicing on the floor, we have yoga matts, blankets and pillows but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
If you like to take notes: a notebook and pen.
Comfortable clothes in which you can move freely, tank tops or shorts are ideal, or any yoga/sport clothes.
A bottle of water (leak proof) and some snacks.
A pair of sandals/flip flops to get to the toilet, since they are not directly inside the studio.
Important
Iridescent Studio is a queer led organisation and in our events we do not tolerate racism, discrimination, sexism, homophobia or transphobia.
During the entire workshop we do not allow the use of any mobile or electronic devices to record the content of the workshops.
Please note that if your skills do not meet the requirements for certain workshop exercises, our facilitator may ask you not to participate in those activities for safety reasons. It is your responsibility to ensure your skill level is suitable, and we encourage you to contact us in advance if you have any doubts or concerns.
Tickets
Tickets are per couple and you are able to join to each workshop by independently or with a Weekend Ticket
Early Bird Tickets 200€
Regular tickets 230€
Weekend Ticket 480€
Before you book this ticket, be sure to have the skills required for all the workshops. Please contact us if you have any doubts.
Event’s door closes 10 min before we start, after this, no entry will be granted.
Please read carefully our Term & Conditions page
Location
The studio is located in Amsterdam west, Doctor Jan van Breemenstraat 1.
You can get here by bike, or from Central Station by Tram 13, the stop is Adm. Helfrichstraat.
If you decide to drive to us, here is a link for a parking space just besides the studio.
In our experience the Mobypark platform gives better rates and has several options in the neighbourhood.
Language:
All our workshops and events are taught/guided in English.
Need Ropes?
If you need ropes you can find Shibari Ropes at Mail & Female, this link gives you a 10% discount on your first purchase.
We advise to get both ropes and rope butter and treat them before the workshop for them to be softer and easy to use.
Questions?
We understand that this kind of event can be a bit overwhelming for some, and we are more than willing to help you if you need any support to make your workshop experience nicer. Please do not hesitate to mail us if you have any physical limitations, mental health issues or special needs.