Rope 201 Starting January 2023 – Application Open!

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Hello! We are excited to announce that the application is now open for the next round of Rope Study’s Rope 201 Course! The course will be offered January through April of 2023, this time with a new location–Fredericksburg, VA–and new lead instructors. Read on for more info!


Apply Here

If you already know who we are and what we do and you’re ready to apply, you can do so here … though be sure to note the new location!

Applications will close on December 1st, 2022!

All complete applications (with references) received before that date will be given equal consideration, so there’s no need to try to “be first.”


What is the Foundations Series?

The primary goals for our Foundations series of courses are: to provide a solid foundation of understanding and skills for students to competently practice rope in a responsible, risk-aware manner; and to bridge the gap between the entry-level rope skills often learned through peer sharing and online resources and the intermediate to advanced skills often expected of those who want to attend rope conferences, workshops, and intensives.

Our hope is that students who complete the Foundation series will be competent, risk-informed, and responsible members of the local rope community who are able to contribute to local learning opportunities and are adequately prepared to take advantage of other educational offerings in order to continue their study of rope.

The series typically consists of three courses. However, please note that only Rope 201 is being offered at this time.

Rope 201: Foundations Part 1 – focusing on fundamentals and floor work … with content that many people who have been tying for a while really need but often don’t realize they need, including lots of “why” behind the construction of harnesses, a focus on good rope control and technique, tips for working together and communicating in rope, understanding the body in rope, and learning active bottoming skills before the risks escalate


What do I have to do to apply?

Three steps:

  1. Learn more about us and our offerings to determine if we’re a good fit for your interests and availability
  2. Complete the application form (before July 31, 2021)
  3. Submit references (and ensure references are completed before July 31, 2021)

When and where are the classes?

Classes are held in a private studio just

What do I have to do to apply?

Three steps:

  1. Learn more about us and our offerings to determine if we’re a good fit for your interests and availability
  2. Complete the application form (before July 31, 2021)
  3. Submit references (and ensure references are completed before July 31, 2021)

When and where are the classes?

Classes are held in a classroom reserved in a library in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia.

This round will be taught primarily by @Pixiegurly and @ClosedEyesSeeing. Learn more about them here!

Class sessions for Rope 201 (Foundations Part 1) will be from 1pm to 4pm on the following dates:

  • Class 1: 01/28/2023
  • Class 2: 02/11/2023
  • Class 3: 02/25/2023
  • Class 4: 03/11/2023
  • Class 5: 03/25/2023
  • Class 6: 04/08/2023

How much does it cost?

The course costs $50/person. (To be clear, the cost includes all 6 classes.)

However, we never want money to be the reason that someone dedicated to the study of rope bondage is not able to learn. If the cost is prohibitive for you, please let us know in the application process. Financial ability is NOT a determining factor for acceptance, and discounted rates and scholarship.


A Note about COVID

Instructors for the course have been fully vaccinated, and classes are held in well-ventilated spaces with the option for opening windows for air flow. Therefore (barring any significant changes between now and the start of classes), instructors do not intend to wear masks nor to require others who are vaccinated to wear masks. However, we do intend to follow CDC guidelines, which may mean that attendees should be prepared either to provide evidence of vaccination or to wear a mask during classes. (If guidelines change between now and the start of classes, we will revise our expectations accordingly.)

Given the nature of rope practice, there will be no way to prevent close proximity and contact between practice partners. Also, in order to receive the full benefit of in-person instruction, participants should expect some contact with the instructors (within consent and comfort level parameters).

We certainly understand whatever decisions individuals may need to make to best consider their health and the health of others in their lives.


Where do I learn more?

In addition to the information sessions listed above, we have a lot of information available on this website. We recommend reading through these pages in particular:

We also welcome questions through our contact form.