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MISUNGUI: Shibari from a chair! – [External Registration]

Workshop organized by QUERVERBINDUNGEN

For over 10 years I have been regularly tying up people of varied builds and physical conditions, which has led me to develop techniques to adapt the classic forms of shibari to all bodies and abilities.

As shibari is my job, I seek to improve my working conditions and preserve my own body. Indeed, I am a relatively small person, let’s say with limited muscular strength and my models are most of the time much taller and heavier than me.

For all these reasons, the stool has appeared as a rather extraordinary tool since it allows me to solve many problems encountered by my models and myself. And then, beyond the ergonomic aspect of this technique, I would like to suggest the field of playful possibilities that this approach also opens up.

Date / Time
Samstag 12.04.2025
09:30 – 17:00

Location
CRUCIBLE/Vienna
Thalhaimergasse 41
1160 Wien

Schedule

09:30-10:00 Einlass
10:00 Start
17:00 Ende

Dresscode
none (no streetshoes)kein Dresscode

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What to expect from this workshop:

Firstly, we will explore the advantages of tying on a stool/chair for both models and riggers, especially when the models are not flexible, taller/heavier than their riggers and when the riggers are not so strong or want to preserve their knees and back. We will discover the playfulness of tying on furniture, and creative possibilities for floorwork.

Secondly, we will focus on the practical advantages of the stool by experimenting with two shibari sequences:

  • Kata Ashi since it is a great classic of shibari, often presented as an essential sequence, even though it is very difficult to sustain for most models. I will therefore show you that by starting from a stool, this sequence becomes much more accessible and fun, both for models and riggers.
  • The Crab Tie which is typically the type of suspension requiring the rigger to lift the entire weight of the model from the ground, which can be very difficult or even impossible depending on the body size of each person. I will therefore show you the benefit of starting a shibari from a stool in terms of saving force and safety for both riggers and models.

Instructor

Misungui has been a performer, sex worker, activist for 15 years.  She started working on creative sexualities as a student (gender studies) and quickly moved from theory to practice. Neo-Burlesque, shibari, BDSM, feminist and queer (post-)porn, sex education, podcast, writings… she explores nudity, intimacy and perversity through all medias she encountered.

[For more information visit: https://linktr.ee/Misungui]

Model

JB, became addicted to rope when he first encountered Misungui and is passionate about sharing, experimenting, and performing with her for all to witness. Once self-conscious about his body, he has found confidence through photography and live performances. As a former control freak with anxieties surrounding loss of mobility, independence or free will, he embraces consensual restraint as a cathartic release. With a background in sports and combat, he enjoys the physical sensations of stretching and impact, while his kinky mind is thrilled by the erotic sides of the rope world.

Details

Date: Saturday 12. April 2025

Saturday
09:30 Doors open
10:00 – 17:00 Workshop (including lunchbreak)
approx. 18:00 Dinner together

Location:
CRUCIBLE/Vienna
Thalhaimergasse 41
1160 Wien

Tickets:
160€ per couple

If you also participate in the Climb on your model workshop on the same weekend the total for both workshops is 300€ per couple

Tickets include entry to CRUCIBLE’s Rope Night later in the evening, starting at 21:00

Registration:
as a couple via email at shibari_chair@querverbindungen.at
Please note the cancellation policy

Language: English

Food and Snacks
There are many possibilities for lunch close to the location
Snacks, water and tea are provided inside of the location

Requirements:

  • If possible bring your own chair or stool
  • 8+ ropes (8 meter, jute is preferred)
  • Experience in Floorwork, Partial suspensions
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Personal Ropetop / Ropebottom Kit
  • Note taking utensils

We are looking forward to welcoming you at this fantastic workshop!