Ropefusion - with RopuNawa & Anna Noctuelle

This event will run from 12:30 - 18:30 on both days.

About the workshop

RopeFusion - combining different styles to create something new, exciting or unique

Shibari has a lot of different forms and styles. By combining them we are able to create new stuff to our repertoire. However, to successfully implement such combinations, riggers first need to understand the single components of the tie, their original purpose as well as mechanics. We will further dive into which instances we can well and safely combine different elements as well as into caveats for doing so.

In the second part, we will explore minimalism, body mechanics, and how to lock certain body parts in combination with breath play for floor and suspension. There will be special emphasis on tackling the emotional and connective part while we are tying.

For the workshop, the background (style/school) of the participants will not be very important. However, it is of paramount importance that both models and riggers have suspension experience and are open for a non-normative and non-dogmatic approach to tying.

Please note:

• We will mostly tie on a Bamboo (If that is possible)
  
• You should bring 8 -10 pieces of rope (7-8m)
• We start with some basic shapes and from there we are going to build up. It depends on the level of the students how far we can go.
• The workshop is not designed for beginners.
  

Prerequisites

The Rigger must know how to tie a safe, stable and loadable harness and suspension line, which also the Rope model is confident being tied in. Both must be experienced and confident with various suspensions and body management in ropes.

The content may vary from previous RopeFusion workshops.

About the teachers

RopuNawa

RopuNawa first encountered Shibari/Kinbaku in 2008 at a performance in Australia. This performance stayed with him on his way back to Switzerland, where he began his own journey with the rope. He formed the foundation from Osada Steve’s style, which was taught in Switzerland at that time. However, he did not stay with this one style, but was inspired by many other teachers.

For RopuNawa, there is not one way to tie, but the heart of his style lies in the need of his model. These needs can be as diverse as the individuality of the people themselves, and through the diversity of his style, he can best respond to his partners needs and wants. He appreciates the non verbal connection that he can create with each tying partner.

The aesthetics he picked up while first getting to know Akira Naka’s style, who influenced him early on. While Naka still accompanies him today, Tifereth has inspired him on this path for the last 2 years as well.

Yoroi was another of his great first influences, who’s style gave RopuNawa’s taste for less is more space to develop. Yagami Ren also influenced him in this direction.

Today RopuNawa unites parts of all these styles in his personal rope art, which he lives and teaches in his dojo in Basel, as he continues to travel the world, giving workshops and getting inspired by his old teachers and new encounters.

Anna Noctuelle

Anna Noctuelle is a highly experienced and versatile Shibari practitioner with over 15 years of experience. Her journey with Shibari began as a personal discovery and has since evolved into a multifaceted practice encompassing teaching, modelling and performing.Her dedication to sharing her passion for Shibari has taken her to various rope communities across Europe teaching workshops and captivating audiences with performances since 2016.

Anna’s artistic journey has been deeply influenced by her diverse background. With a foundation in classical dance, she brings grace, elegance, and a keen sense of body awareness to her Shibari practice. Her exploration of Buddhism and meditation, as well as her commitment to yoga, have shaped her aesthetic and philosophical approach to Shibari, lending it a spiritual depth and tranquility. And being a linguist in her other life she’s constantly exploring the communicative aspects of Shibari.Anna Noctuelle’s blend of skills, knowledge, and experiences make her an exceptional practitioner and educator of Shibari who understands what it means create safe and inclusive learning environments which reward inquiry, curiosity, courage, experimentation and playfulness. 

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