Shibari 301: Nawajiri - Uplines & Body Dynamics for Play

The Leftovers: Nawajiri & Body Dynamics for Play

Harness gravity; control the scene.

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

📍 Devil Mask Studio - DTLA

🎟️ $50 per person | Memberships accepted

This class focuses on using balance and leverage to create dynamic, responsive positioning in partial suspensions. You’ll learn how to work with the nawajiri - the running ends of your uplines - to fine-tune placement, redistribute weight, and guide unbound limbs with ease.

We’ll explore how to use the body’s natural alignment to increase control, create smoother transitions, and smooth out the flow of your scenes.

You’ll Learn:

– Techniques for incorporating nawajiri into your play - using up your leftovers

– How to read and work with (or against) your partner’s balance in partials

– Approaches for refining transitions and positioning mid-scene

This class is part of our 301 class track, taught on the second Saturday and third Sunday of the month.

301 classes are designed for tying pairs preparing to explore suspension. You should be confident tying harnesses and managing rope under tension. We’ll focus on building the knowledge, skills, and communication habits that make suspension smoother - and safer - for everyone involved.

You Should Know:

– Students tying should be very comfortable tying harnesses on the body. Not sure if that’s you? Join us for a Shibari 201 workshop for a refresher.

– Students being tied should have some experience communicating while in rope and processing intense sensations.

– Students should be comfortable giving and receiving feedback.

– We will not be teaching uplines in this class - please review them in advance.

You Should Bring:

– Your full rope kit - enough rope to tie both an upper- and lower-body harness, plus several uplines - and a cutting tool

– Harnesses you are already familiar with (your own or classic patterns)

– 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