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Just last week a man without a Grindr photo asked if he could tie me up — by the ankles, specifically — and have his way with me, more or less. To his disappointment, I politely replied, “No, I have homework.” (#backtoschoolbondage?) He dropped a “K” and went on his way to find another, more available guy. Still, his question lingered with me. I couldn’t help but think, under what I believe to be the correct circumstances (more on this later) would I be willing to be roped up? As of late, I think my answer is yes. There is a curiosity there. A year ago? Most definitely no. But I’m a growing boy and luckily for all you on-the-fencers like myself, Yin Q is offering a great place to begin your own rope play journey.

“Rope Bondage 101 with Yin Q is an introductory, hands-on workshop for novices who are interested in learning the basic ties of rope bondage. Participants in this class will learn basic rope safety, practice wrist and ankle ties, and view a demonstration of more elaborate torso harnesses.” Couples are welcomed, as are individual parties. This could be the start of a kick-ass relationship so please don’t let your solitude stop you. “Everyone is encouraged to tie and be tied, so please be willing to play both roles with your workshop partner!” You will not be nude so dress comfortably — think yoga, but with different kinds of tools to use outside the studio.

“Yin Q is a BDSM writer, educator and leather lifestyle Top.” Safety and consent will be stressed as first priority and discussed along with handouts on BDSM protocol. Sexual prejudices are no longer relevant. By all means take this class if it appeals to you in anyway. You’ve got nothing to lose.

Sunday September 27th, 7:00PM-9:00PM. $90 for couples/$70 for individuals