Beginner Rope (Shibari) Class

Hosted by Feather & Flame

Step into the world of rope with a welcoming, hands-on introduction designed for complete beginners. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational single column tie (a non-collapsing cuff) while building confidence in handling rope safely and intentionally. We’ll explore the somatic side of rope—how it can support nervous system regulation, deepen connection, and create meaningful shared experiences.

You’ll also be guided through essential safety practices, including nerve awareness, circulation, and emergency response. Beyond technique, we’ll cover consent, communication, and ways to begin incorporating rope into your dynamic or personal practice. Whether you come solo or with a partner, this class offers a supportive, inclusive space to learn, connect, and play.

Shibari is an artform that has gained major popularity in recent years. It is a wonderful way to connect with yourself and/or your partner. From the meditative and relaxing process of building patterns and structure with rope, to the sensory grounding experience of focusing on the texture of the rope, and the many somatic health benefits of simply being held by the rope - the content of this class will increase your tool kit to explore those spaces, and connect with partners.

Inside This Class We’ll Cover:

• Single column tie - how to tie a non-collapsing cuff (the most common prerequisite for rope classes, and the essential building block of rope)
• Somatic exploration - why we might enjoy rope, and some of the ways which it can help calm our nervous system and help bring us closer to our partners
• Core safety - an introductory approach to stay safe when playing with rope including the basics of nerve impingement, circulation, and how to remove rope if there's an emergency.
• Equipment - learn the different types of ropes and their various uses (we provide the rope, unless you already have your own)
• How to play with it - you've got rope - now what?
• Consent and negotiation - some tips for discussing rope-specific play

Who can take this class?

• No experience required - we provide all equipment, etc.
• Anybody over the age of 18
• Any gender
• Both monogamous people, poly people, curious, swinger, etc. anybody!
• you can come alone or with a partner, or several, or friends, etc.
• All levels
• You do NOT have to be a member of Feather & Flame to take this class :) Anybody can buy a ticket

What to bring:

• If you have your own rope, feel free to bring it! Otherwise we have plenty of rope at the studio for everyone in the class to use.
• If you have your own safety shears, feel free to bring them! We also have several pairs of shears at the studio if you don’t have your own
• A water bottle with a spill-proof lid (we have cups at the studio if you forget)
• Notebook and something to write with
• Attire is typically yoga clothes. Nudity/lingerie is NOT allowed. This is a class, not a play party.
• We provide 1” thick yoga mats, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer

Water/Snacks:

• We will have an assortment of snacks available (fruit, baked goods, etc.)
• We also provide hot tea, filtered water, and an assortment of soft drinks.

About the Instructor: Princess_Raven

Princess_Raven has been a Pro Domme and BDSM instructor for 10 years, and recently opened Feather & Flame (previously Black Bird Atelier) in Burlington, MA - an education center focusing on alternative relationships. She works full time as a Professional Dominant, BDSM educator, and relationship coach, where she helps people connect both with others and within themselves. Raven loves sharing her skill sets to help empower people to live healthy, sensual, happy lives!

Cancellation policy:

• 48 hrs - use Forbidden Tickets to get your refund (the ticketing platform that you purchased your ticket through)
• Please do not come if you are sick. Even if it’s “not Covid, just a small cold.” We are happy to roll your ticket over to a different class if you are sick

About Feather & Flame

We are a new studio located in Burlington, MA that opened in fall of 2025. We offer classes and social events for the BDSM and alternative relationship community.

Our exact address is sent out to ticket holders about 2 days before your class; this is for safety and security reasons.

Parking: We have plenty of free parking in our lot!

Accessibility: there is a flight of stairs to our unit, and our bathrooms are not large enough to accommodate a wheelchair, unfortunately. Service dogs are of course welcome, but we do request a heads-up please. If there are any other reasonable accommodations that we can make for you, please reach out!

Financial Accessibility: If you would like to help us out with set up and breakdown for the class, we are happy to offer you a discounted ticket! Simply select "volunteer ticket" at checkout.

Privacy: For all in-person events, we require to check everyone's ID and everyone must sign a liability waiver for each class. This is standard at most facilities and ensures the safety of our community. If you are unwilling to unable to comply with either of these, then unfortunately our events are not a good fit for you!

• ID's are checked in person, upon arrival, and are not scanned, photographed, or kept on file in any way. Just like walking into a bar. Your ID cannot be expired, and we need the real thing - a photo of an ID is not legally acceptable ID.
• Raven is typically the person who is checking IDs, and if it is another staff member - they have signed an NDA as part of working at our facility, which lasts for many years after finishing working with F&F. We only hire staff who respect privacy and discretion.
• Liability waivers are emailed in advance so that you can review it, and is facilitated by a trusted, 3rd party software that is used by several large-scale kink conventions.
• if you have any questions, reach out to us at Info@FeatherAndFlameConsulting.com

Visit our website at: www.FeatherAndFlameConsulting.com to see our other events, or apply to become a member! Membership is free and gives you exclusive access to social events and advanced level classes (many of which are hidden, invite-only classes)