Fat Rope: The Fundamentals

Fat bodies belong in rope, without apology, compromise, or shame. This workshop is a hands-on dive into shibari that centers fat liberation, body autonomy, and the rejection of normative rope ideals. Taught by Ceci Ferox, this class invites all participants to unlearn restrictive standards and instead build skill, awareness, and creativity in tying with and in fat bodies, not despite of them.
## We’ll explore:
- The opportunities and challenges different types of fat tissue create for rope
- Adapting classic ties for different kinds of body geometries
- Ergonomic tying that prioritizes comfort, agency, and sustainability
- Bottoming while fat, and how to track what’s going on in your body
- Navigating challenges like internalized fatphobia and the urge to “help”, minimize, or perform
- Creating scenes that honor the power, beauty, and resilience of fat bodies
This space is for anyone — fat or not — who wants to engage with rope from a place of respect, curiosity, and resistance to body hierarchies. All genders, all sizes, all experience levels welcome, as long as you are able to prioritize fat experiences in the way you participate. Expect practical skills, real talk, and a celebration of fat superpowers.