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SUMMARY:Orientation - For Newcomers to Kink
DESCRIPTION:New to kink and don’t know where to start? Interested in going to events but you don’t know how to behave\, what to wear\, what to do? You are definitely not alone and going to your first kink event can be quite intimidating. This barrier free newcomer orientation helps people who are brand new to take their first steps into the fascinating world of kink. \nWhat to expect\nPart 1 — The first part is a conversation with the participants about the world of kink: Etiquette online and offline\, expectations\, dress codes at events\, possibilities and some recommendations\, especially for single folks. \nPart 2 —We go through a few of the most common kinks: bondage\, impact\, Dominance/submission\, fetishes\, etc. Participants can see how it feels to hold a flogger or be tied up. \nPart 3 — The last part is all about the open questions of the participants: Where to go from here? What to do with this or that fantasy? How to find someone to play with? And many more questions answered.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/orientation-2/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,intimacy,kink,shibari,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Studio Allegory":MAILTO:info@studio-allegory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T234020Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Shibari
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. \nThe emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage\, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques\, knots & frictions\, safety and consent\, movement\, communication\, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both\, the person in ropes as well as the person tying. \nCurriculum \n\n\n1st Friday per month: Single & Double column ties. The basic knots\n2nd Friday per month: Frictions and Hitches. How to keep the ropes in place \n3rd Friday per month: Upper body ties with multiple ropes – “Takate Kote”\n4th Friday per month: Lower body ties – Hip harnesses\n5th Friday per month: Wild card\n\nAll classes contain various aspects of safety and consent for shibari and other play.  \nParticipants of the intro to rope series have free access to the open jam directly after the class.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intro-to-rope-2-2/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T154434Z
CREATED:20260430T154353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T154434Z
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SUMMARY:Touch Me Hold Me Let Me Go
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores breath\, impulse\, voice and movement through a somatic algorithm called Touch Me Hold Me Let Me Go\, developed by Lee Su-Feh from years of research and practice as a choreographer and teacher of voice and movement.   \nTouch Me Hold Me Let Me Go helps you speak and move from a place of support and ease. It is a tool to practice making requests and stating boundaries from an embodied place. Participants can expect to roll around on and off the floor; tune in to their breath and voice; and explore consent and permission around touch. Embedded in the work is ongoing attention to pain and injury\, as well as permission to rest. Pleasure and care will be our compass in this work. At Studio Allegory\, this workshop will be followed by a conversation with Georg Barkas about its applications in rope play.  \n  \nTMHMLMG is \nAn algorithm for dancing with the planet. \nAn algorithm for dancing with your beloved. \nAn algorithm for dancing from enough-ness. \nTo practice love in the midst of distress\, \nTo practice care in the midst of distress
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/touch-me-hold-me-let-me-go/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,intimacy,kink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260630T222452Z
CREATED:20260519T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T222452Z
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SUMMARY:Shibari - Intro to suspensions
DESCRIPTION:You’ve taken the Intro classes\, you know your single column from your double\, and you’re ready for more. Intro to suspensions builds the foundations for a wide variety of skills beyond the basics. \nIn these sessions\, we slow things down and build the skills to help you become confident\, capable rope players. You’ll refine your techniques\, explore simple patterns with more intention\, and start working with connection\, communication. We offer a mix of hands-on guidance\, practical exercises\, and space to ask the questions that don’t quite fit into an intro class. \nPerfect for anyone who wants to solidify their fundamentals\, deepen their understanding\, and feel ready to step into our full range of rope offerings. \nCome build confidence\, control\, and creativity — one knot at a time.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/shibari-beyond-the-basics-3/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0503-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260602T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190558Z
CREATED:20251130T185643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190558Z
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SUMMARY:Shibari - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork\, suspensions\, movement\, and communication are at the centre in this training series. \nEach month\, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern\, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/all-levels-rope/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180655Z
CREATED:20251229T201525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T180655Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Kinbaku Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Barkas invites advanced practitioners of Shibari/Kinbaku for a masterclass/clinic at Studio Allegory. Together we work on topics of Shibari that require a lot of experience to tackle. \nTopics range from\n\nRanboo\nYukimura Ryu\nSuspension transitions\nspecifics of rope and body handling\n\nand more. \nThe specific topic of the clinic will be announced in the week before the clinic.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/advanced-kinbaku/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T205336Z
CREATED:20260526T205216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T205336Z
UID:10003366-1780077600-1780084800@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Shibari - rope for sex
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Shibari is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. \nThe emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage\, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques\, knots & frictions\, safety and consent\, movement\, communication\, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both\, the person in ropes as well as the person tying. \nThis 5th Friday of the month we look at ropes that we can use for sexual encounters. We cover: \n\npractical\, simple\, and useful patterns\nefficient and smooth movement on the ground\nqueering sex. It doesn’t have to be P in V!\n\nThis class is for all constellations (solo\, pair\, trios\, etc). Individual participants can tie all patterns on themselves or pair up with others IF comfortable.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intro-to-shibari-rope-for-sex/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmy":MAILTO:emmy@studio-allegory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T165315Z
CREATED:20260517T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T165315Z
UID:10003167-1779993000-1780003800@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Sense and Sensation
DESCRIPTION:The intimate games of how it feels. It? – that depends. Can you see it? Can you hear it? Can you smell it? Or do you just have the sensation of something on your skin. You may not know where it comes next and how long it will be. \n\n\n\nIn this class\, we will take the participants on a journey to explore various ways of playing with sensations. Not everyone experiences everything the same way\, Some things are off the table for one person but the best thing on earth for another. How to play this game in an intimate and kinky way is the point of this class. An additional focus will also be on neurodivergence and sensation play. \n\n\n\nStudio Allegory will provide plenty of different materials for the participants to try out and experiment with.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/sense-sensation/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260630T222452Z
CREATED:20260519T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T222452Z
UID:10003356-1779906600-1779915600@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intro to suspensions
DESCRIPTION:You’ve taken the Intro classes\, you know your single column from your double\, and you’re ready for more. Intro to suspensions builds the foundations for a wide variety of skills beyond the basics. \nIn these sessions\, we slow things down and build the skills to help you become confident\, capable rope players. You’ll refine your techniques\, explore simple patterns with more intention\, and start working with connection\, communication. We offer a mix of hands-on guidance\, practical exercises\, and space to ask the questions that don’t quite fit into an intro class. \nPerfect for anyone who wants to solidify their fundamentals\, deepen their understanding\, and feel ready to step into our full range of rope offerings. \nCome build confidence\, control\, and creativity — one knot at a time.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/shibari-beyond-the-basics-3/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0503-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190558Z
CREATED:20251130T185643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190558Z
UID:10002398-1779820200-1779831000@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork\, suspensions\, movement\, and communication are at the centre in this training series. \nEach month\, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern\, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/all-levels-rope/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260519T005306Z
CREATED:20260409T010612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T005306Z
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SUMMARY:Shibari Live Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Shibari Live Drawing differs from usual live drawing sessions in two major ways. For one\, the poses that can be reached with the help of ropes are very different from anything live drawing models could assume on their own\, e.g. suspensions.  \nOn the other hand\, those poses are short living\, which means that artists are not only met with unusual poses but also with less time to catch them.  \nIn two Shibari performances by different Shibari practitioners from the community\, the participants will meet different body types every time.  \nAll levels welcome\, all media welcome (photography is dependent on the performer’s individual wishes and only as long as it does not disturb the other participants).  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/shibari-live-drawing/2026-05-25/
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Studio Allegory":MAILTO:info@studio-allegory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T234020Z
CREATED:20260123T230454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T234020Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Shibari
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. \nThe emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage\, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques\, knots & frictions\, safety and consent\, movement\, communication\, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both\, the person in ropes as well as the person tying. \nCurriculum \n\n\n1st Friday per month: Single & Double column ties. The basic knots\n2nd Friday per month: Frictions and Hitches. How to keep the ropes in place \n3rd Friday per month: Upper body ties with multiple ropes – “Takate Kote”\n4th Friday per month: Lower body ties – Hip harnesses\n5th Friday per month: Wild card\n\nAll classes contain various aspects of safety and consent for shibari and other play.  \nParticipants of the intro to rope series have free access to the open jam directly after the class.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intro-to-rope-2-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_1641-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T221916Z
CREATED:20260417T221811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T221916Z
UID:10003126-1779388200-1779399000@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Bad at being bad
DESCRIPTION:For those who’d love to be a little more bratty\, bold\, or in charge… but keep apologizing halfway through. \nSo you want to tease\, resist\, take control\, or be just a bit of a menace-but every time you try\, it comes out… polite? Slightly awkward? Followed by an immediate “sorry”? Perfect. You’re exactly who this class is for. We’re not here to turn you into some flawlessly intimidating creature of the night. We’re here to explore the art of being just bad enough-through small shifts\, playful tension\, and the kind of energy that makes someone pause and go\, “oh.” \nExpect low-pressure exercises\, a healthy amount of awkwardness\, and plenty of space to experiment without needing to impress anyone (including yourself). \nNo experience required. Being a bit rubbish at this is\, in fact\, ideal. \nArtwork by: @mcmcdoodles
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/bad-at-being-bad/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmy":MAILTO:emmy@studio-allegory.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260630T222452Z
CREATED:20260519T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T222452Z
UID:10003355-1779301800-1779310800@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intro to suspensions
DESCRIPTION:You’ve taken the Intro classes\, you know your single column from your double\, and you’re ready for more. Intro to suspensions builds the foundations for a wide variety of skills beyond the basics. \nIn these sessions\, we slow things down and build the skills to help you become confident\, capable rope players. You’ll refine your techniques\, explore simple patterns with more intention\, and start working with connection\, communication. We offer a mix of hands-on guidance\, practical exercises\, and space to ask the questions that don’t quite fit into an intro class. \nPerfect for anyone who wants to solidify their fundamentals\, deepen their understanding\, and feel ready to step into our full range of rope offerings. \nCome build confidence\, control\, and creativity — one knot at a time.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/shibari-beyond-the-basics-3/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0503-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260519T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190558Z
CREATED:20251130T185643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190558Z
UID:10002397-1779215400-1779226200@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork\, suspensions\, movement\, and communication are at the centre in this training series. \nEach month\, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern\, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/all-levels-rope/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0739-scaled.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024740Z
CREATED:20260407T024740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T024740Z
UID:10002727-1779040800-1779051600@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Fuck Your Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Very often when people as whether it’s okay or advisable to play with trauma the answer is: don’t. Better not touch it. You will re-traumatize yourself. Wait until you’re “healed”. \nBut here’s the thing: Most of us are already doing it. Whether we are aware of it or not. \nFuck Your Trauma starts by acknowledging that trauma and kink are already in the room together. The question isn’t whether to engage with that but how to do it with more awareness\, more care\, and more curiosity. \nThis is not a workshop with answers. It’s a discussion that reframes the conversation entirely. Away from ideas of brokenness\, re-traumatization and kink as “healing\,” and toward a harm reduction approach that makes space for self-knowledge\, resourcefulness\, and genuine curiosity about what’s actually happening when we play. \nWe’ll look at this structurally\, not personally. No one will be asked to share their traumatic experiences. Instead\, we’ll explore frameworks and ideas for approaching this kind of play in an intentional way.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/fuck-your-trauma/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T234020Z
CREATED:20260123T230454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T234020Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Shibari
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. \nThe emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage\, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques\, knots & frictions\, safety and consent\, movement\, communication\, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both\, the person in ropes as well as the person tying. \nCurriculum \n\n\n1st Friday per month: Single & Double column ties. The basic knots\n2nd Friday per month: Frictions and Hitches. How to keep the ropes in place \n3rd Friday per month: Upper body ties with multiple ropes – “Takate Kote”\n4th Friday per month: Lower body ties – Hip harnesses\n5th Friday per month: Wild card\n\nAll classes contain various aspects of safety and consent for shibari and other play.  \nParticipants of the intro to rope series have free access to the open jam directly after the class.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intro-to-rope-2-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://studio-allegory.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_1641-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T030111Z
CREATED:20260407T030111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T030111Z
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SUMMARY:Intentional Pain Play
DESCRIPTION:Too often\, pain play gets flattened all the time. Into impact play. Into a set of roles and a handful of tools. Into repetitive patterns. But what if we started somewhere else entirely? \nIntentional Pain Play is a workshop that approaches sadomasochistic practice from the inside out: not what you do\, but what you’re doing it for. What intentions\, needs and desire drive you to give and/or receive pain? And how do you build the scene around that intention — independent of roles\, relationship structures\, or the body you’re in? \nTogether\, we’ll open up the conversation\, work with the intentions you bring into the room\, and lab out how to translate them into concrete practice. The session closes with time to actually play.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intentional-pain-play/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T162509Z
CREATED:20260423T162053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T162509Z
UID:10003154-1778760000-1778770800@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Rope for Sexwork - by Sophia Rose - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This is a dedicated space for sex workers\, offering simple techniques to incorporate rope into your professional sessions.\nThere is so much you can do with rope that it could feel intimidating to bring it into your work or know where to start\, but with a few practical basics you can enhance your sessions easily with another tool and diverse type of play.\n\nThis event is a 2 part series. The first part is the day before\, same time\, same place.\n\nWe can tailor the session to your specific context (whether working in dungeons/hotels/FSSW/fetish/dominatrix work etc.)\, please come with your questions\, curiosities and get inspired with simple skills and ideas you could practically use.\nWe’ll discuss essential safety considerations and focus on how to adapt for different clients.\nThings we may cover (based on needs/desires of attendees)\n\n\nTying to furniture (beds/chairs)\n\n\nUsing rope to secure sex toys (vibrators etc.)\n\n\nSimple positions for sex/exposure\n\n\nCombining rope for other types of play (impact/facesitting/foot worship etc.)
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/rope-for-sexwork-by-sophia-rose-part-2/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari,Special events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T030839Z
CREATED:20260405T005234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T030839Z
UID:10002749-1778697000-1778707800@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Dynamic Ipponnawa with Kindred & Kristie
DESCRIPTION:Ipponawa (“One rope”) is often presented as a slow\, soft and squishy approach to ropes. We uhhhhh\, went the other way with it… \nStriving to find new ways to play with ipponawa\, a fast paced\, dynamic and fluid approach was conceived! Come learn how simply throwing in a little movement can make interesting options unfold. \nRequirements:\nThis class is recommended as a partnered class\, but can be attended as an observer\nShared understanding of each other’s boundaries\nShared understanding of basic nerve and safety information for rope bondage\nBring a blunt edged cutting tool \nPeople tying:\nKnow how to tie a stable single column tie\nKnow how to tie half hitches\n2+ ropes for the body \nPeople being tied:\nBe able to communicate effectively to your tying partner under stress\nHave an understanding of painful vs dangerous rope\nHave a nerve checking system
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/dynamic-ipponnawa-with-kindred-kristie/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari,Special events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T162432Z
CREATED:20260423T161127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T162432Z
UID:10002755-1778673600-1778684400@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Rope for Sexwork by Sophia Rose - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:This is a dedicated space for sex workers\, offering simple techniques to incorporate rope into your professional sessions.\nThere is so much you can do with rope that it could feel intimidating to bring it into your work or know where to start\, but with a few practical basics you can enhance your sessions easily with another tool and diverse type of play.\n\nThis event is a 2 part series. The second part is the day after\, same time\, same place.\n\nWe can tailor the session to your specific context (whether working in dungeons/hotels/FSSW/fetish/dominatrix work etc.)\, please come with your questions\, curiosities and get inspired with simple skills and ideas you could practically use.\nWe’ll discuss essential safety considerations and focus on how to adapt for different clients.\nThings we may cover (based on needs/desires of attendees)\n\n\nTying to furniture (beds/chairs)\n\n\nUsing rope to secure sex toys (vibrators etc.)\n\n\nSimple positions for sex/exposure\n\n\nCombining rope for other types of play (impact/facesitting/foot worship etc.)
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/rope-for-sexwork-by-sophia-rose/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari,Special events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190558Z
CREATED:20251130T185643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190558Z
UID:10002396-1778610600-1778621400@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork\, suspensions\, movement\, and communication are at the centre in this training series. \nEach month\, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern\, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/all-levels-rope/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20260511T183546Z
CREATED:20251229T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183546Z
UID:10001091-1778198400-1778457599@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:QuIRKS - Queer International Rope & Kink Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Studio Allegory’s first Queer International Rope & Kink Symposium. \nSOLD OUT – Waitlist available\nOver the period of 3 days we will have 12 workshops and classes\, 3 play parties\, and plenty of time in between to connect with other queer\, curious kinksters in our beautiful and accessible studio*. \nJoin us solo or bring your whole polycule and friends circle to experience a weekend full of exploration of kinks\, sexualities\, intimacies\, and relationships. \nYou can expect a large variety of topics taught by international and local queer presenters whose approaches veer away the old tropes and clichés of a cis heteronormative world of kink and intimacy. \nFor all the info about the symposium\, from presenters and their classes to program\, useful resources and links\, to publications after the conference\, please have a look at the symposium’s resource hub: \nQuirks Info Post\n  \nPlease note: The symposium is happening during the whole weekend. The Intro session is mandatory for participants to ensure that everyone understands the house rules and the workings of the symposium. Any other session is voluntary. You don’t need to participate in everything. Our quiet room will be available during the symposium for people to retreat and the social area between the two workshop areas can be used\, too\, but the noise level needs to be reduced to a minimum to ensure the classes not getting disturbed. \nSpecial event refund policy: Full refund (minus $5 administrative fee) available until 7 days prior to the start of the symposium. If you would like to sell/exchange your ticket with someone else\, please let us know including the contact information of the new participant.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/quirks/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,intimacy,kink,shibari,Social,Special events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Studio Allegory":MAILTO:info@studio-allegory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260507T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T160341Z
CREATED:20260407T154712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T160341Z
UID:10002728-1778178600-1778189400@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:An Evening of Artists & Perverts
DESCRIPTION:The documentary film The Artist and the Pervert offers a profound and unflinching look into the private world of Mollena Haas-Williams and Georg Haas. Moleena\, an African-American kink educator and activist\, and Georg\, a celebrated Austrian composer\, share a life defined by a complex Power Exchange (D/s) relationship that defies easy categorization. Their partnership serves as a living canvas where the intersections of personal desire\, historical trauma\, and artistic expression are vividly painted. \nAs we immerse ourselves in their unique dynamic\, we move beyond the surface of their domestic life to encounter the broader social structures that inform it. The narrative invites us to witness a delicate dance between control and surrender\, set against a backdrop of racial identity and cultural difference. It is a rare opportunity to see how two individuals navigate the nuances of radical honesty while maintaining a deeply creative and disciplined bond. \nFollowing our time spent within the atmosphere of their story\, we will transition into a live discussion with the creators of the documentary\, Beatrice and Renée\, moderated by Andrea Rimon. This conversation aims to peel back the layers of the production process and the ethical considerations of capturing such an intimate terrain. We will delve into the film’s core themes—including the complexities of D/s\, the impact of race on personal power\, and the evolution of kink as a tool for liberation—allowing for a deeper interrogation of the boundaries between the public and the private. \n  Trailer
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/an-evening-of-artists-perverts/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260308T195232Z
CREATED:20251016T140518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T195232Z
UID:10002336-1778092200-1778101200@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Self Tying with Amnesia Jane
DESCRIPTION:Nobody to tie with? Do it yourself! \nJoin Amnesia Jane every first Wednesday of the month to delve into the weird and wonderful world of self suspension. \n\n\n\nA basic understanding of suspension lines is a prerequisite for this class.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/self-tying-w-amnesia-jane/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190558Z
CREATED:20251130T185643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190558Z
UID:10002395-1778005800-1778016600@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork\, suspensions\, movement\, and communication are at the centre in this training series. \nEach month\, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern\, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/all-levels-rope/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000859Z
CREATED:20260105T000244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T000859Z
UID:10003127-1777723200-1777741200@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Weekend Intro to Shibari
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a longer weekend class about the fundamentals of Shibari. This 5h (with one break) class will lead the participants from basically zero to beyond the basics. In easy understandable exercises\, we cover basic knots\, frictions\, and hitches\, safety considerations\, as well as some fun\, customizable patterns. \nNo prerequisites required but if you already know some basics\, even better.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/weekend-intro/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T234020Z
CREATED:20260123T230454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T234020Z
UID:10001966-1777658400-1777665600@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Shibari
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. \nThe emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage\, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques\, knots & frictions\, safety and consent\, movement\, communication\, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both\, the person in ropes as well as the person tying. \nCurriculum \n\n\n1st Friday per month: Single & Double column ties. The basic knots\n2nd Friday per month: Frictions and Hitches. How to keep the ropes in place \n3rd Friday per month: Upper body ties with multiple ropes – “Takate Kote”\n4th Friday per month: Lower body ties – Hip harnesses\n5th Friday per month: Wild card\n\nAll classes contain various aspects of safety and consent for shibari and other play.  \nParticipants of the intro to rope series have free access to the open jam directly after the class.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/intro-to-rope-2-2/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165134Z
CREATED:20260409T165134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T165134Z
UID:10002754-1777573800-1777584600@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Butts\, anyone?
DESCRIPTION:Butts are great! They come in all shapes and forms and the best thing is\, basically everyone has one which makes it one of the most straight forward gender neutral areas to play with. But that’s not everything – butts are great for all kinds of play and fuckery: Butts can be hit\, they can be caressed\, and you can stick things into them. \nThis is where this class takes off. Taught by a medical professional\, this workshop invites you on a journey of exploring the butt\, be it your own or that of another. We start with safety and hygiene considerations\, go over some theoretical medical facts about nerves and sphincters\, and then go into more in depth ways of having fun with that fantastic part of almost everyone’s body.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/butts-anyone/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,kink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Addie":MAILTO:addietahl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260429T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T001741Z
CREATED:20251124T212549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T001741Z
UID:10000835-1777487400-1777498200@studio-allegory.com
SUMMARY:Shibari - Beyond the Basics
DESCRIPTION:You’ve taken the Intro classes\, you know your single column from your double\, and you’re ready for more — but jumping straight into “Ropes: All Levels” can feel like a big leap.\nThis class is designed to meet you right in the middle. \nIn this session\, we slow things down and build the skills to help you become confident\, capable rope players. You’ll refine your techniques\, explore simple patterns with more intention\, and start working with connection\, communication. We offer a mix of hands-on guidance\, practical exercises\, and space to ask the questions that don’t quite fit into an intro class. \nPerfect for anyone who wants to solidify their fundamentals\, deepen their understanding\, and feel ready to step into our full range of rope offerings. \nCome build confidence\, control\, and creativity — one knot at a time.
URL:https://studio-allegory.com/event/shibari-beyond-the-basics/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Studio Allegory\, 386 Powell Street\, Vancouver\, V6A 1G4
CATEGORIES:Education,shibari
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Barkas":MAILTO:barkas@barkaskinbaku.com
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