Shibari 201: Hishis & Hexes

Hishis & Hexes: Body Harnesses

The body is your canvas. Let’s tie like it.

🕑 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Doors Open @ 9:45 | Doors Close @ 10:10)

📍 Devil Mask Studio - DTLA

🎟️ $50 per person | Memberships accepted

Whether you want to adorn your partner's form or support it through dynamic suspension, karada - body harnesses - offer endless options for intentional, beautiful, and functional rope. In this hands-on class, we’ll explore key principles behind tying effective karada with a focus on balancing aesthetics, structure, and adaptability.

We’ll cover:

– Classic hishi patterns and variations

– Considerations for creating (gender) affirming, aesthetically pleasing variations on standard patterns

– Our approach to individualizing patterns - no more one-size-fits-some ties

This class is part of our Shibari 201 class track, taught on the second Sunday and third Saturday of the month.

Shibari 201 classes focus on the technical and conceptual underpinnings of harness design: how we make patterns and why they work. You don’t need to know the pattern to attend - you'll leave with new tools, new options, and a better understanding of what your rope is doing.

You Should Know:

– Students tying should be comfortable tying a non-collapsing single column cuff. Not sure what that means? Join us for WHY KNOT or a Shibari 102 workshop.

– Some familiarity with frictions - as taught in Shibari 102 classes - will be helpful.

– Students should be comfortable giving and receiving feedback.

You Should Bring:

– At least four pieces of rope (8 meters/30ish feet long) to tie with and a cutting tool

– A notebook or something to take notes on

– Curiosity and a collaborative attitude

Cancellation Policy:

Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event (less transaction fees). Within 7 days, credit may be offered at the Studio’s discretion. No refunds or credit for no-shows.

To request a refund, contact us: info@devilmaskstudio.com