
Self-Tie Workshop: With Air
Saturday July 12th
Here it is, A full day Self-Tie/Self Suspension workshop with Air !!! This workshop is designed for Self-Tie and Partnered Tie alike.
Three workshop classes:
Doors at 9:00am
Morning class- 10:00 -12:00 “Hands-Free Chest Harness So Good You’ll Think It’s Bluetooth”
Afternoon classes- 1:00 -5:00 Two Part Self Suspension
“Air’s Pre-Flight Check for Self-Suspension” & “Up in the Air: Self Suspension Tips & Tricks”
Details on both below.
These are both BIG classes. Each presented in an “intensive style” format. While there is A LOT to learn as a solo class auditor these classes are designed for self-tiers and tying Pairs, Tri’s and Quad’s.
Tickets are per person for the full day only.
Full Details Below
Who is Air?
They have been a friend to friends of Oblige for years and we are extremely excited to be sharing space with them again. Joining us from Colorado Springs, CO., Air is a queer disabled NB/trans neurospicy poly switchy shaninstigator of magnitude. With a decade of extensive study and practice as a self-tier, rigger, and rope-bottom under their belt, they've showcased their creative, precocious, and hilariously sadomasochistic style at both national and international level events.
Full Day Details
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This will be our offical meet and greet hour for attendees and our hosts. Join us early to find a spot, settle in, stretch and socialize.
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Hands-Free Chest Harness So Good You’ll Think It’s Bluetooth
Come hang out (literally) with Air in this hands-on, self-tier-friendly, suspendible arms-free chest harness workshop! They’ll go over their personal favorite— a lesser-known gem that's as simple as it is innovative. I’ll share customizable features that enhance sustainability and versatility, and go over the “why” behind harness features and hangers. We’ll be spending time exploring beyond the “color-inside-the-lines” patterns-only mindset. Will go over preferred hangers and attachment points as time allows.
SKILL LEVEL: beginner+/intermediate. (Any level is welcome to audit.)
-Upline skills only required if you plan to suspend.
-You do NOT need suspension skills in order to benefit from this class, but please note we will NOT be teaching upline management in this class.
PRE-REQS:
-All participants: at minimum be able to tie single column tie on chest.
-Self-tiers: will need to be able to tie behind back at least a bit in order to follow along with some (not all) content.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
-Class appropriate for self-tiers and tying pairs/groups alike.
-This is NOT a suspension sequence class.
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Air’s Pre-Flight Check for Self-Suspension
**PART 1 of 2-Part Self-Suspension Series
This class is for those already practicing self-suspension who are eager to explore new approaches and build on the skills they already have. We'll dive into helpful tips and tricks to improve your pre-suspension routine, from checking your rigging to understanding your body’s positioning. Through hands-on exploration, you’ll learn how to troubleshoot common challenges and discover new ways to make your suspensions safer, smoother, and more enjoyable. By the end of the class, you'll feel more confident in your ability to prepare for flight with a curious and open mindset.
CLASS FORMAT:
Demo/Discussion/Participants Tie
SKILL LEVEL: beginner+/intermediate
-Risk profile should be evaluated prior to attending this class.
INTENDED AUDIENCE: Content developed for self-tiers, but appropriate for tying pairs or groups, and auditors welcome!
PRE-REQS:
-All participants: at minimum be able to tie single column tie on chest.
-Basic knowledge of rope frictions.
-Self-tiers: HELPFUL BUT NOT REQUIRED if you can tie behind your back at least a bit in order to follow along with some (not all) content.
TO BRING:
-Tying participants will need at least 6 hanks of rope, cutters (*must be able to keep on person if self-tying), any self-care items you prefer, blanket or yoga mat if desired, spotter encouraged but not necessary.
Heads Up This is not a follow-the-specific-pattern class.
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Up in the Air: Self Suspension Tips & Tricks
**PART 2 of 2-Part Self-Suspension Series
In this class, we’ll build on the foundation you already have and I’ll guide you through exploring new tricks, techniques, and ways to enhance your self-suspension practice. You'll learn to approach suspension with curiosity and creativity, experimenting with different rope handling and upline management methods, and making your movements more fluid and efficient. Whether you’re looking to extend your time in the air or add more dynamic movements to your ties, this class will help you discover new possibilities and make your suspensions feel even more versatile and fun.
CLASS FORMAT:
Demo/Discussion/Participants Tie
SKILL LEVEL: intermediate+
-Risk profile should be evaluated prior to attending this class.
-All levels: Welcome to audit.
INTENDED AUDIENCE: Content intended for self-tiers, but appropriate for tying pairs, and groups!
PRE-REQS:
-Self-tiers: HELPFUL BUT NOT REQUIRED if you can tie behind your back at least a bit in order to follow along with some (not all) content.
-Baseline upline management
-Simple suspendable chest harness
-Basic knowledge of anatomy of nerves and pressure points, negotiation skills.
-Folx in rope need suspension experience, body awareness, and excellent verbal communication skills while in rope and in suspension.
TO BRING:
-Tying participants will need full rope kit
-Preferred suspension equipment, carabiners, straps, etc.
-Cutters (*must be able to keep on your person if self-tying)
-Any self-care items you prefer, blanket or yoga mat if desired.
-Spotter encouraged but not necessary.
Heads Up This is not a follow-the-specific-pattern class.
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Use this time as you wish. Air and their teaching assistant will be on hand to help those that wish to practice/explore the class content.