Let’s celebrate the summer solstice with doing something we love. Midsummer Rope is aiming to create a free and space for shibari/kinbaku practice and sessions. The event is split into three parts:
5 – 6 p.m.: PRACTICE SPACE
6 – 7 p.m.: ROPE SPEED DATING
7 – 10 p.m.: FREE ROPE JAM
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART ONE [5 – 6 p.m.]
PRACTICE SPACE
It’s been a while since you touched your ropes? You would like to warm up your fingers or stretch your limbs a little bit before going into the Rope Speed Dating later? You would like to hyperfocus on getting this specific harness just the way you want it? You want to exchange nerdiness and techniques with fellow riggers or simply go through the basic knots together a few times? You want to ask around if someone can help you get started with tying? This is the space for that.
Beware: We as the organizers will not ‘provide’ any professional shibari teachers for beginner’s classes – but this event is meant to create a space for education and exchange within the community. There will for sure be people there, who can at least show you the basic single column tie to start with, if you ask nicely, so there might be a beginner’s-corner forming.
Who is welcome & What to expect
Rope-loving or rope-curious people of all genders, ages (18+), orientations, or backgrounds. We expect everybody to treat others with respect and do their best to be mindful with each other at any time. Any shibari experience level is welcome. You may join solo or with your rope partner(s). The event is meant to facilitate connections within the rope community, but please don’t expect to find a ‘guaranteed’ person to tie with or to teach you things.
Safety
Everyone ties at their own responsibility. We expect riggers and models to only move within their safe skillset or otherwise actively ask for support, if they want to try something out that they are not sure with – never just assume that someone will be watching anyways. We’re happy to support each other, but we’re not lifeguards by the side of the rope pool. It is within your own responsibility to discuss boundaries and safety issues with rope partners, although we can offer support if needed. R.A.C.K. and P.R.I.C.K. are the general outlining consent concepts here. (Consent Frameworks Explained: S.S.C., R.A.C.K. & P.R.I.C.K.).
Location & Timing
Midsummer Rope will take place at Andrými. We might have some floor mats, but don’t count on it – please bring your own blanket to tie on and mats, if you have any. There will be limited suspension options available. Unfortunately, the event is not wheelchair accessible. For a less chaotic environment, it’s nice if you show up on time at 5 p.m. – if you join late, make sure to not disturb people that are tying. If you want to help set up the space, you are welcome to arrive at 4.30 p.m.
What to bring
your own ropes and equipment
your own safety scissors
a blanket to tie on (+mats, if you have any)
drinks and snacks for yourself or for sharing
if you have: spare rope to share with those that don’t have any
if you have: educational books on shibari
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART TWO [6 – 7 p.m.]
ROPE SPEED DATING
We want to facilitate the opportunity to get to know new rope partners with this lovely fun format, that was inspired by the meet-and-tie workshop at the European Rigger and Model Exchange in Berlin. We will start with a short introduction round with some input and exercises on consent and communication for shibari, then start the rope speed dating! There will be an open matching system that will allow us to go into very short try-out sessions with other participants, whereby limits and wishes can be negotiated individually. Nobody has to tie up with anyone they don’t want to. It is also possible to agree a suitable role allocation with each person. We tie up in short sequences of 3 – 4 minutes, with room for short conversations before and after.
Rope speed dating is great fun, exciting, social and communicative. It trains the ability to tie in a creative and original way and trains attentiveness and flexibility: the ability to adapt to different people and situations, according to the motto: There is no ‘wrong’ partner, there is only the ‘wrong’ game. It also helps to learn to communicate better, to clearly formulate wishes and boundaries and to express them.
Suitable for all levels. Switching is possible and very encouraged. You should be prepared to interact with people of any gender or sexual orientation.
Since this is a more structured format, please show up on time if you want to participate!
What to bring
your own ropes and equipment
your own safety scissors
a blanket to tie on (+mats, if you have any)
drinks and snacks for yourself or for sharing
if you have: spare rope to share with those that don’t have any
if you have: educational books on shibari
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART THREE [7 – 10 p.m.]
OPEN ROPE JAM
Free & safe space for local shibari/kinbaku/bondage enthusiasts to meet, mingle and tie. We’re inviting all riggers, models, switches and rope-curious people of Reykjavik to join for an evening of rope play!
This third part of the midsummer rope event is meant to give room for individual sessions and create a nice shibari community atmosphere. The jam takes place right after the rope speed dating, so you have the space to explore the new found connections in a less structured setting. The focus of the rope jam won’t be on teaching – if you’re a complete beginner, we recommend joining at 5 p.m. for the practice space, where there will be more focus on knots and exchange, and then use the jam to put the new knowledge into practice.
Who is welcome & What to expect
Rope-loving or rope-curious people of all genders, ages (18+), orientations, or backgrounds. We expect everybody to treat others with respect and do their best to be mindful with each other at any time. Any shibari experience level is welcome. You may join solo or with your rope partner(s). The event is meant to facilitate connections within the rope community, but please don’t expect to find a ‘guaranteed’ person to tie with or to teach you things.
Safety
Everyone ties at their own responsibility. We expect riggers and models to only move within their safe skillset or otherwise actively ask for support, if they want to try something out that they are not sure with – never just assume that someone will be watching anyways. We’re happy to support each other, but we’re not lifeguards by the side of the rope pool. It is within your own responsibility to discuss boundaries and safety issues with rope partners, although we can offer support if needed. R.A.C.K. and P.R.I.C.K. are the general outlining consent concepts here. [(https://shibaristudy.com/blog/post/consent-frameworks-explained-ssc-rack-and-prick%5D(url)).
Location & Timing
Midsummer Rope will take place at Andrými. We might have some floor mats, but don’t count on it – please bring your own blanket to tie on and mats, if you have any. There will be limited suspension options available. Unfortunately, the event is not wheelchair accessible. For a less chaotic environment, it’s nice if you show up on time at 7 p.m.; if you join late, make sure to not disturb people that are tying. Some help for the clean-up at the end of the event would be appreciated.,
What to bring
your own ropes and equipment
your own safety scissors
a blanket to tie on (+mats, if you have any)
drinks and snacks for yourself or for sharing
if you have: spare rope to share with those that don’t have any
Refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in a liminal space, existing in a gap between the past and the future. In this in-between phase, individuals are neither fully part of their old culture nor fully integrated into a new one.
In Expressive Arts (EXA) therapy, we invite participants to enter this liminal space through art-making, ritual, and play. This process encourages exploration of the essence of one’s being, an encounter with beauty in the unknown, and the discovery of inner resources and potential. Art provides a means to give shape to fragmented stories, acting as a container for emotions that are difficult to express verbally. It is a way to communicate hope, and the process is resource-oriented, held with care and compassion within a thoughtfully crafted frame.
This bi-weekly gathering serves as a temporary home for the displaced and oppressed—a “testimony through art.” The goal is to foster a sense of belonging and connection, preventing withdrawal and helping participants move through physical and mental stagnation. Through creativity and imagination, we aim to cultivate a sense of hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Note on Group:
These sessions will be facilitated by Yi Jen Chang, expressive arts therapist-in-training. For safety and to maintain a consistent dynamic, this will be a closed group with a maximum of 6 participants. This group is currently full. If you’re interested in joining future sessions when space becomes available, please contact Yi Jen at bodywilderness@gmail.com. We will notify you as soon as a new group is formed. This group will be conducted in English, but all languages are welcome! Non-verbal communication and expression are always encouraged in this space.
What is expressive arts therapy?
Expressive arts therapy is a therapeutic approach that places the creative process at the center of the human experience. Rather than focusing on advanced skills, it emphasizes the innate creativity of individuals and the heightened sensitivity that enables them to bring new things into being. This integrative approach uses a variety of creative expressions—such as poetry, music, visual arts, theater, clay, movement, and nature-based methods—to help individuals navigate personal challenges/ inquiries and explore their own resources. No previous art experience is required—just your presence.
Á fundinum er farið yfir vinnuhópa, fólk getur tekið að sér verkefni, rætt mikilvæg málefni og séð önnur andlit sem tengjast Andrými. Dagskrá fundarins má sjá fyrir neðan.
Þetta er fullkominn tími fyrir nýja og forvitna aðila til að koma og hitta fólk og læra meira um Andrými!
DAGSKRÁ:
– Valinn fundarstjóri, farið stuttlega yfir fundarreglur
– Nafnakynning
– Kynning vinnuhópa: Vinnuhópar fara yfir unnin störf, útskýra það sem er enn í vinnslu og hvaða verkefni eru í uppsiglingu.
– Endurraðað í vinnuhópa: Fólk velur sér vinnuhópa sem það vill vinna með. “Bottomliner” valinn fyrir hvern hóp.
-Endurgjöf (e. feedback): Minni umræðuhópar
KAFFIPÁSA
– Endurgjöf: Umræða í stóra hóp
– Sameiginleg ákvarðanataka varðandi mismunandi mál:
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Come and get involved in Andrými, a space for radical groups, events and community projects!
We hold a monthly assembly to update each other about our work, redistribute tasks, share feedback and drink coffee together.
This is the perfect time for new and curious people to come meet people and learn more about Andrými!
AGENDA:
-Roles, Rules of Consensus
-Name go-around
-Updates: working groups say what has been done, what is being worked on, future plans
-Redistributing tasks, finding new bottomliners
-Small groups: feedback
-Coffee break
-Report back from small groups
-Points from working group: things we need consensus on
Accessibility:
There is a step before the garden gate and then 5 steps leading to the main entrance, each 17 cm high, door widths in the building vary between 50 cm (upstairs washroom door) and 80 cm (entrance door).
The bathrooms are so far only on the upper floor and in the basement. The door to the meeting room is 75 cm wide (as most other doors in the building). There is no bathroom on the ground floor.
Both washrooms in the building are gender neutral. The event takes place on the ground floor.
This is our first Kinky Film Club, we are a group of folk who like to watch movies crossing the domains of kink & sexuality. This is a very low-key casual event to hang out and watch films and discuss them.
We’ll plan on having popcorn and some sodas to snack on!
This event is accessible for everyone, we welcome peoples of all gender/sex/orientation and types.
Since many of these movies contain adult themes we must unfortunately insist participants be over 18.
A interest in kink is probably useful but not necessary!
ENGLISH BELOW Á fundinum er farið yfir vinnuhópa, fólk getur tekið að sér verkefni, rætt mikilvæg málefni og séð önnur andlit sem tengjast Andrými. Dagskrá fundarins má sjá fyrir neðan. Þetta er fullkominn tími fyrir nýja og forvitna... Read More
This is our first Kinky Film Club, we are a group of folk who like to watch movies crossing the domains of kink & sexuality. This is a very low-key casual event to hang out and watch films... Read More
Refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in a liminal space, existing in a gap between the past and the future. In this in-between phase, individuals are neither fully part of their old culture nor fully integrated into... Read More
A few bands will play at Andrými on the saturday 14th of June. Pay what you can! (We are still organising which bands and all gear and stuff, we will be able to give a better description soon)
Langar þér að læra um og vera hluti af No Borders hreyfingunni á Íslandi? Komdu við og kynntu þér starfið, kynnstu fólkinu og vertu með í skipulaginu! Do you want to learn about and be a part of... Read More
Let’s celebrate the summer solstice with doing something we love. Midsummer Rope is aiming to create a free and space for shibari/kinbaku practice and sessions. The event is split into three parts: 5 – 6 p.m.: PRACTICE SPACE... Read More
Refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in a liminal space, existing in a gap between the past and the future. In this in-between phase, individuals are neither fully part of their old culture nor fully integrated into... Read More
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Let’s celebrate the summer solstice with doing something we love. Midsummer Rope is aiming to create a free and space for shibari/kinbaku practice and sessions. The event is split into three parts:
5 – 6 p.m.: PRACTICE SPACE
6 – 7 p.m.: ROPE SPEED DATING
7 – 10 p.m.: FREE ROPE JAM
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART ONE [5 – 6 p.m.]
PRACTICE SPACE
It’s been a while since you touched your ropes? You would like to warm up your fingers or stretch your limbs a little bit before going into the Rope Speed Dating later? You would like to hyperfocus on getting this specific harness just the way you want it? You want to exchange nerdiness and techniques with fellow riggers or simply go through the basic knots together a few times? You want to ask around if someone can help you get started with tying? This is the space for that.
Beware: We as the organizers will not ‘provide’ any professional shibari teachers for beginner’s classes – but this event is meant to create a space for education and exchange within the community. There will for sure be people there, who can at least show you the basic single column tie to start with, if you ask nicely, so there might be a beginner’s-corner forming.
Who is welcome & What to expect
Rope-loving or rope-curious people of all genders, ages (18+), orientations, or backgrounds. We expect everybody to treat others with respect and do their best to be mindful with each other at any time. Any shibari experience level is welcome. You may join solo or with your rope partner(s). The event is meant to facilitate connections within the rope community, but please don’t expect to find a ‘guaranteed’ person to tie with or to teach you things.
Safety
Everyone ties at their own responsibility. We expect riggers and models to only move within their safe skillset or otherwise actively ask for support, if they want to try something out that they are not sure with – never just assume that someone will be watching anyways. We’re happy to support each other, but we’re not lifeguards by the side of the rope pool. It is within your own responsibility to discuss boundaries and safety issues with rope partners, although we can offer support if needed. R.A.C.K. and P.R.I.C.K. are the general outlining consent concepts here. (Consent Frameworks Explained: S.S.C., R.A.C.K. & P.R.I.C.K.).
Location & Timing
Midsummer Rope will take place at Andrými. We might have some floor mats, but don’t count on it – please bring your own blanket to tie on and mats, if you have any. There will be limited suspension options available. Unfortunately, the event is not wheelchair accessible. For a less chaotic environment, it’s nice if you show up on time at 5 p.m. – if you join late, make sure to not disturb people that are tying. If you want to help set up the space, you are welcome to arrive at 4.30 p.m.
What to bring
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART TWO [6 – 7 p.m.]
ROPE SPEED DATING
We want to facilitate the opportunity to get to know new rope partners with this lovely fun format, that was inspired by the meet-and-tie workshop at the European Rigger and Model Exchange in Berlin. We will start with a short introduction round with some input and exercises on consent and communication for shibari, then start the rope speed dating! There will be an open matching system that will allow us to go into very short try-out sessions with other participants, whereby limits and wishes can be negotiated individually. Nobody has to tie up with anyone they don’t want to. It is also possible to agree a suitable role allocation with each person. We tie up in short sequences of 3 – 4 minutes, with room for short conversations before and after.
Rope speed dating is great fun, exciting, social and communicative. It trains the ability to tie in a creative and original way and trains attentiveness and flexibility: the ability to adapt to different people and situations, according to the motto: There is no ‘wrong’ partner, there is only the ‘wrong’ game. It also helps to learn to communicate better, to clearly formulate wishes and boundaries and to express them.
Suitable for all levels. Switching is possible and very encouraged. You should be prepared to interact with people of any gender or sexual orientation.
Since this is a more structured format, please show up on time if you want to participate!
What to bring
MIDSUMMER ROPE – PART THREE [7 – 10 p.m.]
OPEN ROPE JAM
Free & safe space for local shibari/kinbaku/bondage enthusiasts to meet, mingle and tie. We’re inviting all riggers, models, switches and rope-curious people of Reykjavik to join for an evening of rope play!
This third part of the midsummer rope event is meant to give room for individual sessions and create a nice shibari community atmosphere. The jam takes place right after the rope speed dating, so you have the space to explore the new found connections in a less structured setting. The focus of the rope jam won’t be on teaching – if you’re a complete beginner, we recommend joining at 5 p.m. for the practice space, where there will be more focus on knots and exchange, and then use the jam to put the new knowledge into practice.
Who is welcome & What to expect
Rope-loving or rope-curious people of all genders, ages (18+), orientations, or backgrounds. We expect everybody to treat others with respect and do their best to be mindful with each other at any time. Any shibari experience level is welcome. You may join solo or with your rope partner(s). The event is meant to facilitate connections within the rope community, but please don’t expect to find a ‘guaranteed’ person to tie with or to teach you things.
Safety
Everyone ties at their own responsibility. We expect riggers and models to only move within their safe skillset or otherwise actively ask for support, if they want to try something out that they are not sure with – never just assume that someone will be watching anyways. We’re happy to support each other, but we’re not lifeguards by the side of the rope pool. It is within your own responsibility to discuss boundaries and safety issues with rope partners, although we can offer support if needed. R.A.C.K. and P.R.I.C.K. are the general outlining consent concepts here. [(https://shibaristudy.com/blog/post/consent-frameworks-explained-ssc-rack-and-prick%5D(url)).
Location & Timing
Midsummer Rope will take place at Andrými. We might have some floor mats, but don’t count on it – please bring your own blanket to tie on and mats, if you have any. There will be limited suspension options available. Unfortunately, the event is not wheelchair accessible. For a less chaotic environment, it’s nice if you show up on time at 7 p.m.; if you join late, make sure to not disturb people that are tying. Some help for the clean-up at the end of the event would be appreciated.,
What to bring
Bring together families with small children
Refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in a liminal space, existing in a gap between the past and the future. In this in-between phase, individuals are neither fully part of their old culture nor fully integrated into a new one.
In Expressive Arts (EXA) therapy, we invite participants to enter this liminal space through art-making, ritual, and play. This process encourages exploration of the essence of one’s being, an encounter with beauty in the unknown, and the discovery of inner resources and potential. Art provides a means to give shape to fragmented stories, acting as a container for emotions that are difficult to express verbally. It is a way to communicate hope, and the process is resource-oriented, held with care and compassion within a thoughtfully crafted frame.
This bi-weekly gathering serves as a temporary home for the displaced and oppressed—a “testimony through art.” The goal is to foster a sense of belonging and connection, preventing withdrawal and helping participants move through physical and mental stagnation. Through creativity and imagination, we aim to cultivate a sense of hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Note on Group:
These sessions will be facilitated by Yi Jen Chang, expressive arts therapist-in-training. For safety and to maintain a consistent dynamic, this will be a closed group with a maximum of 6 participants. This group is currently full. If you’re interested in joining future sessions when space becomes available, please contact Yi Jen at bodywilderness@gmail.com. We will notify you as soon as a new group is formed. This group will be conducted in English, but all languages are welcome! Non-verbal communication and expression are always encouraged in this space.
What is expressive arts therapy?
Expressive arts therapy is a therapeutic approach that places the creative process at the center of the human experience. Rather than focusing on advanced skills, it emphasizes the innate creativity of individuals and the heightened sensitivity that enables them to bring new things into being. This integrative approach uses a variety of creative expressions—such as poetry, music, visual arts, theater, clay, movement, and nature-based methods—to help individuals navigate personal challenges/ inquiries and explore their own resources. No previous art experience is required—just your presence.
Bring together families with small children
Bring together families with small children
ENGLISH BELOW
Á fundinum er farið yfir vinnuhópa, fólk getur tekið að sér verkefni, rætt mikilvæg málefni og séð önnur andlit sem tengjast Andrými. Dagskrá fundarins má sjá fyrir neðan.
Þetta er fullkominn tími fyrir nýja og forvitna aðila til að koma og hitta fólk og læra meira um Andrými!
DAGSKRÁ:
– Valinn fundarstjóri, farið stuttlega yfir fundarreglur
– Nafnakynning
– Kynning vinnuhópa: Vinnuhópar fara yfir unnin störf, útskýra það sem er enn í vinnslu og hvaða verkefni eru í uppsiglingu.
– Endurraðað í vinnuhópa: Fólk velur sér vinnuhópa sem það vill vinna með. “Bottomliner” valinn fyrir hvern hóp.
-Endurgjöf (e. feedback): Minni umræðuhópar
KAFFIPÁSA
– Endurgjöf: Umræða í stóra hóp
– Sameiginleg ákvarðanataka varðandi mismunandi mál:
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Come and get involved in Andrými, a space for radical groups, events and community projects!
We hold a monthly assembly to update each other about our work, redistribute tasks, share feedback and drink coffee together.
This is the perfect time for new and curious people to come meet people and learn more about Andrými!
AGENDA:
-Roles, Rules of Consensus
-Name go-around
-Updates: working groups say what has been done, what is being worked on, future plans
-Redistributing tasks, finding new bottomliners
-Small groups: feedback
-Coffee break
-Report back from small groups
-Points from working group: things we need consensus on
Accessibility:
There is a step before the garden gate and then 5 steps leading to the main entrance, each 17 cm high, door widths in the building vary between 50 cm (upstairs washroom door) and 80 cm (entrance door).
The bathrooms are so far only on the upper floor and in the basement. The door to the meeting room is 75 cm wide (as most other doors in the building). There is no bathroom on the ground floor.
Both washrooms in the building are gender neutral. The event takes place on the ground floor.
Bring together families with small children
Bring together families with small children
Bring together families with small children
This is our first Kinky Film Club, we are a group of folk who like to watch movies crossing the domains of kink & sexuality. This is a very low-key casual event to hang out and watch films and discuss them.
We’ll plan on having popcorn and some sodas to snack on!
This event is accessible for everyone, we welcome peoples of all gender/sex/orientation and types.
Since many of these movies contain adult themes we must unfortunately insist participants be over 18.
A interest in kink is probably useful but not necessary!
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