In this class, we will explore movement and touch in the context of rope, with the objective of becoming intentional with how we move, and conscious of how we use touch/pressure to initiate movement with/in rope. We explore this with the intent to be present with each other, and deepen connection.

The class will include:

• Exercises to increase body awareness, to make intentional choices around movement and touch

• Exploration of interpersonal energies with rope

• Body handling/manipulation

• Exploration of how to generate movement with rope

• Tips on rope handling for smoother tying and untying

• Active bottoming

• Exercises for dynamic unstructured and structured tying.

Perspectives will be shared both from the top and bottom’s point of view.

Pre-requisites: the ability to tie any structured upper body harness