Fat Rope: Suspension

Join this demo & lecture to learn how to use the strengths of soft and heavy bodies for kick-ass suspensions. We focus on the mechanics and planning that make shibari suspension safe, empowering, and effective for fat bodies. We’ll look at how to work with weight, softness, and shape — not against them — to create efficient, comfortable, and powerful suspensions.
## What we’ll cover
Body assessment & communication: how to talk about comfort, pressure, and risk with partners.
Tension & placement: manage tension and use geometry to adapt ties and positions for different body proportions and mobility needs.
Suspension planning: understand how to build sequences that minimize strain and maximize stability on both sides of the rope.
- Body handling & load distribution: figure out how to lift, where to support, and where weight is distributed in suspension.
Problem-solving: troubleshoot common issues like rope sliding, getting loose, or being uncomfortable.
This class is fat and queer centered and body-inclusive. All identities, genders, and body types are welcome. Tops, bottoms, and switches will all find practical tools to apply right away — whether you’re flying, lifting, or supporting. The focus is on the suspension process and no specific harnesses are taught.