Subculture: Safety, Risk and Injuries (all levels)

Doors open: 6:30

Being in rope is more than simply being tied. It’s an active, embodied practice—one that asks for presence, communication, and awareness. Whether you're drawn to rope for its beauty, intensity, surrender, or self-discovery, this class will introduce you to the skills and knowledge that form the foundation of empowered rope modelling.

In this class we will talk about risks, safety and injuries and how to look after yourself. We will cover:

• Basic safety and body mechanics, including nerve awareness
• Injuries and strains on the body doing rope bondage - what happens and how to avoid them (we are looking into the structural composition of our bodies)
• Proprioception
• Negotiation and consent for health in rope: building a container
• How to give feedback and build trust with your tying partner

Rope is not about “endurance” or how much you can take—it’s about learning to listen to your body, communicate your needs, and engage with rope in a way that feels authentic and grounded for you. Whether you're brand new to rope or looking to deepen your knowledge as a bottoming, this workshop will give you valuable insight into your body mechanics.

No partner required. All bodies and identities welcome.

About the educator:
Anna Noctuelle has spent over twenty years in rope, teaching and performing internationally. She is versed across multiple Shibari lineages, giving her cross-traditional fluency spanning Aibunawa, Semenawa, and Fusion approaches. Grounded in classical dance, choreography, and somatic movement shapes a teaching style built on presence, emotional attunement, and making room for what people are most afraid to express. She is the creator of Shibari Score Notation, co-host of the podcast Model Behaviour, and co-founder of London's Studio Ma. She's the creator of Shibari Score Notation, co-host of the podcast Model Behaviour, and co-founder of London's Studio Ma. Beyond rope, her work spans Tantra, Reiki, somatic bodywork, and intimacy coaching. Her classes leave people with a moving mind and more articulate in embodied thinking - always rooted in safety, consent, and authentic connection → https://www.anna-noctuelle.com/

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 📅✨