Two Ropes Are More Than Enough with Mosaic Cat and Yaya

We are happy to welcome Mosaic Cat (Shanghai) for this class focusing on minimalist predicament-style floor work!

A class using only one or two ropes to create secure, psychologically engaging, and highly adaptable restraint structures.

Attendees will learn many immediately usable ideas that they can take home and apply right away, without requiring advanced suspension knowledge or specialized equipment.

The workshop explores how simple rope systems can generate surprisingly rich experiences through tension, restriction, choice, and body positioning. Rather than focusing on complex technical ties, the class emphasizes creative problem-solving, connection, and scene-building with minimal equipment.

Participants will learn a collection of predicament-inspired floor structures that can be used in bedroom play, non-suspension environments, rope jams, and intimate partner exploration.

Some practical details:

• Floor tying only (no suspension points needed)

• No bamboo or specialty equipment needed

• Loaner rope is available for attendees to use during class

• Students should have basic rope handling skills and familiarity with column ties and lock-offs

• Suitable for newer rope practitioners while still offering creative ideas for more experienced attendees

* If finances are a barrier for your attendance, please email us at voxbody@gmail.com; we hold scholarship spots for most all of our events! 

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About the presenters:

Mosaic Cat (she/her): Mosaic Cat (aka Maomao) began her Shibari journey in Taiwan in 2017, immersing herself in both classical Japanese traditions and contemporary European techniques. After returning to Shanghai in 2019, she became an active force in the rope community, organizing workshops, curating events, and nurturing a growing network of rope practitioners. To date, she has taught more than 500 students and performed in over 100 Shibari shows. Beyond performance, she creates rope-based installations and photographic artworks that have been exhibited throughout China, as well as in Germany and the UK. Find her on Instagram @mosaic_cat_maomao or Twitter/X @Mosaiccat1.

Yaya (she/her): Yaya is a queer trans rope artist based in San Francisco with roots in Shanghai. She began her Shibari journey in 2020 as a rope bottom and has studied with teachers from both the Chinese and international rope communities since 2022, including Maomao, whose work has been a significant influence on her own practice. As both a rigger and rope bottom, she is passionate about movement, collaboration, and building inclusive rope communities. She will be assisting this workshop as Maomao’s demo bottom and facilitator. Find her on Instagram or Twitter/X @YayaYohji.