Let’s twist again - Creating torsions that feel good with Alexander Ma & Natasha NawaTaNeko (from improver )

Door opens: 6:30
Level: Improver all the way to experienced

In this evening class, we will build on the basic concepts and tools introduced in your

previous Semenawa classes and explore different ways of creating torsion, with a focus on

dynamic body control and movement. Through torsion, we influence both the physical and

emotional experience of the person in the ropes, while developing a deeper understanding

of rhythm, communication, aesthetics, safety and control.

For whom is it?

This workshop is for couples of all ages and gender constellations who already have

experience with Japanese inspired rope bondage and wish to explore physically and

emotionally demanding Semenawa in full suspension.

Bottoms should already have some experience with torsion loaded positions in semi

suspension. They are attentive to their bodies and able to communicate discomfort or

potential issues in near time.

Riggers should be able to tie a stemless two rope gote in under five minutes, adapted to the

body of their partner and suitable for torsion loading. They should also be confident using

safe suspension line locks, both on the body harness and on bamboo.

Bring along:

comfortable but inspiring clothing and at least 12 jute ropes, 5 or 6 mm, 7 - 8 m long

What you will explore

As a rigger, you will:

• deepen the principles introduced in the

previous Semenawa classes

• understand how torsion can be used to

create physical and emotional impact

• safely develop more demanding semi and

full suspension sequences

• refine communication through rope and

learn how to create a shared experience

• become more fluent in responding to your

partner rather than simply following a

sequence

As a rope bottom, you will:

• deepen your attention to your body,

feelings and sensations

• develop confidence in torsion loaded

positions and challenging suspensions by

learning to give in to gravity rather than

resist it

• become familiar with rope induced

physical intensity and explore how to work

with it

• recognise your emotional and physical

limits, and communicate them clearly

Content:

Basic Consent & Safety rules * Refining the Gote for torsion load * Harnesses controlling the

hip: Monoblock, Mermaid and Ashi-shibari * Pivotal points controlling the shape of the body

* Effective methods for moving and controlling the partner in suspension * Forming the

body: expansion, compression and torsion * Influencing feelings and moods through

position

For bottoms, we also introduce practical tools for enduring demanding positions through

breathing, directing attention, softening unnecessary tension and and re-grounding in your

body

About the educators:
We are Alexander MA and Natasha NawaTaNeko. We tie together since we became a couple in 2011. Kinbaku and especially the art of semenawa in the style of Akira Naka has become an important and enriching part of our lives. We offer coachings or private classes in Berlin and workshopsinternationally. We are open for invitations to perform and to collaborate in art projects.
We are founders of the Kinbaku Society and publisher, editor in chief and producer of the Kinbaku Society of Berlin (KSB) magazine, issued twice a year.

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 📅✨