This class teaches Shay’s all-time favorite lower body harness: the compellingly named Butt Rainbow Thigh Tie of Doom.
After a tie-along of this harness, we’ll use it to travel “around the world” through a partnered or self-suspension sequence that includes face-down, inversion, and face-up positions, the “Figurehead” shape, and dynamic flyer-driven movement.
Be aware that this minimalist tie and sequence may cause involuntary cursing, circus rope shenanigans, oddly specific rope marks, and a newfound appreciation for kinder hip harnesses.
Supplies: A basic suspension kit. Nylon rope is recommended for harnesses; at least two rated uplines (nylon, POSH, etc) are required. To slightly decrease thigh doom, we highly recommend that flyers wear snug-fitting leggings.
7:30pm: Doors open. Please arrive with time to check-in and set up your point before class start time!
7:45pm: Class starts. 8pm doors closed/no late entry.
Tickets are available for both self-suspenders and tying pairs. Be sure to register with the correct ticket so we have an accurate count of attendee make-up. One self-suspender per point, with the option to bring along a spotter. One tying pair per point.
PREREQUISITES: This class is self- or partnered-suspension friendly. This class is NOT an introduction to suspension and all attendees should have previous suspension experience.
Tyers: The ability to independently tie a suspension-worthy chest harness and secure hanger and upline configuration. Experience tying partials and at least two suspension positions. The harness is fairly straightforward to tie, but requires good foundational technique.
Flyers: Ability to recognize and communicate physical and emotional concerns while in rope. Experience being in hip harnesses.
Self-suspenders: All the requirements for both tyers and flyers, with specific experience in a self-suspension context.
Everyone: Knowledge of safety basics. Risk awareness and self-knowledge to participate at a level that is safe(r) for you.
No one harness will work for every human. This is a minimal harness that prioritizes movement over support. It is an “advanced” harness from a flyer perspective.
