This workshop is designed for those interested in exploring the seme side of kinbaku: playing with pressure, control, and psychological intensity. This workshop is conducted without the traditional TK (hands-tied-behind-the-back harness).

Semenawa, means “tormenting rope” in Japanese, which refers to a style of tying that emphasizes both physical and emotional challenge. In this class, we’ll approach the concept from both technical and theoretical perspectives: learning specific ties suited to this style, and engaging in reflective discussion around topics like safety, negotiated suffering, and how to make intentional choices in collaboration with our partner.

Suspension lines are powerful tools for introducing intensity, structure, and control into a scene. In this workshop we study how we can use uplines in semisuspension setting to create intensity. You’ll also learn a specific upper body harness that forms the foundation of all our demonstration ties.

The workshop will cover:

• Upper body harness used in all demonstrations (and possible modifications for that)

• Info dummausta semenawasta vähän, joku mini historia pläjäys

• 2-3 semenawa semisuspensio demoa ja harjoitukset näiden jälkeen

Prior information requirements:

Both…

• need to know each other from before, and have tied together prior to attending the class together.

• Semenwas is …. jotain tähän siitä, että tää on semenawaa ja mitä spesifisti siin pitäis huomioida?
  

The rigger…

• needs to be proficient in making single column tie (e.g. ankle or thigh) that is suspendable.

• needs to be able to tie some upper body harness (not TK) that is suspensable, and be able to tie it with tension solid enough that it stays well in place when your partner is moved (for example from sitting to laying down).

• should have some experience in (semi)suspensions and knowledge of upline management (upline lock offs are not taught in this workshop).

The bottom…

• awareness of their own body and its needs

• extensive experience being tied on the floor, as well as prior experience with semi-suspensions or full suspensions. Must understand the risks involved in suspension and be able to communicate effectively

• knowledge of nerve risks and how to monitor the situation during a tie
  

You will need for this workshop:

• A sufficient amount of rope for semi-suspension (e.g. ??? ropes)

• At least 2 ropes for suspension lines

• Carabiner(s), if you wish to use them

• Safety scissors

• Ring and sling (there is rings and slings that also can be borrowed)

• Clothing for those being tied that is not made of slippery material

• Water bottle, snacks/lunch

• A notebook or paper and pen