Gestalta's Gote (improver)

Doors open: 6:30

The Takate Kote (also known as Gote or Box Tie) is a complex tie, containing a wide range of valuable principles and techniques that have applications in many other areas of shibari practice.

Unfortunately, in recent years, the TK has gained something of a bad reputation due to its potential for discomfort and injury. Gestalta, who personally loves this tie both for its feeling and its flow, firmly believes that with conscious and skillful execution, it can be adapted to suit a broader range of individuals—including those who may have previously felt averse to TKs.

In this workshop, participants will learn a stemmed version of a Gote. We’ll also examine common safety issues and how uplines impact the harness, empowering both tops and bottoms with valuable skills and awareness.

This workshop is open to anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the TK.

Switching: Switching is not recommended. Unless both participants are already very advanced, the workshop will not give sufficient time for two people to practice one pattern, receive meaningful feedback, correct any problems, and then switch.

Tickets are non-refundable, as once they’re sold we often have a waiting list and are happy to help contact those guests to assist with reselling where possible🎟️💛. For our regularly occurring classes, we’re also very happy to rebook your ticket for a different date when needed 📅✨