Upcoming special events:
20. January 2025: Bondage & Noise – Special Bondage meetup
25. January 2025: Safer Bondage – Prävention von Nervenschäden
12. April 2025: Misungui – Shibari from/with a Stool
13. April 2025: Misungui – Climb on your model!
30. May -1. June 2025: Andy Buru – On Desire
21. – 22. June 2025: Haag & Pendragon – tba
27. – 28.September 2025 RopuNawa – tba
Querverbindungen
are a group of bondage enthusiasts who enjoy bondage for aesthetic, artistic, erotic, recreational, sexual and other reasons.
With a modern understanding of consent as one of our core values we invite everybody to come and laugh, cry, live, love, learn and create with us, regardless of age, gender, religion, sexuality, body type, etc.
Rope Bondage is more than Shibari
While Shibari (a japanese form of rope bondage) is more popular than ever there is also a rich and vibrant history of European and American rope bondage.
Underrepresented and underestimated, these so-called “western” and “fusion” styles have much to offer. Quick and efficient, they are perfect for anybody who enjoys our “rope fights”, where we wrestle playfully while tying or getting tied up.
Cotton rope is soft, hygienic and available in a huge variety of amazing colours. You can dye it yourself and it can easily be cleaned in a regular washing machine if things ever get a little bit… messy.
Come and explore with us a dogma-free space
Standing on the shoulders of giants like Bettie Page and Irving Claw, Lew Rubens, Chanta Rose, Lee Harrington and many more, we are creating a space where anyone can explore their desires. Without the need for a master-student mentality or out-dated gender roles.
In a community of equals we share our diverse experiences and learn from each other organically.
And if you enjoy a playful and dynamic way of tying or getting tied, then this might just be right for you!
Join us!
Joining us is easy. On Mondays we host a bondage jam (please register by E‑Mail). And every two weeks we meet for a munch on Thursday(no registration). Take a look at our calendar for the details.
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Frequently asked questions
Where and when are the meetups?
You can find all event details in our calendar.
Do I have to register by e-mail EVERY time?
No, only the first time.
It is important for us to know all attendees and to have a clear picture when everybody is there, so we can start. We therefore kindly ask you to register the first time via e-mail. After that any message that reaches us is fine.
For the Stammtisch/Munch no registration is required, but we are thankful if you RSVP on Fetlife.
What about safety?
Creating a space were everybody can feel safe and comfortable is very important to us.
We ask that you are respectful, safe and negotiate before engaging with each other.
A dedicated host is available for your questions/requests/concerns and they will step in when there are problems or unsafe behaviour.
With that being said we encourage everybody to take personal responsibility for their own safety:
Don’t do anything you feel uncomfortable with – listen to your feelings.
Don’t do things out of “charity” – because that is a lose-lose.
Don’t pick rope partners lightly – negotiate and ask around.
Don’t be mislead by status or prestige – the only expert on your pleasure are you yourself.
Don’t start with suspension – explore your limits at your own speed.
If something does not feel right/good tell your rope partner early – it is better for everybody, believe us.
Is there a fee? How much does it cost?
This is our hobby, not a business model.
There is an admission fee of 10 EUR (cash) at the jam for non-association-members. Besides paying the rent, if there is a surplus we use it to buy more equipment.
Is there a dress code?
Kinda. We kindly ask you to change out of your street clothes after arriving, especially street shoes are not allowed beyond the entrance area.
What you change into is up to you. We do recommend comfortable clothing, not to new and expensive, as ropes can sometimes lint a lot and clothing can be stressed in general, also freedom of movement is an advantage. We do have a changing room in the studio.
Do I need to bring a partner?
While bringing a partner is somehow recommended, it is definitely not required. You can either tie by yourself or ask somebody else to team up.
But please note, we are no dating agency.
Do I need to bring rope?
You do not. We have some ropes available for lending (limited supply).
We do believe that rope is something personal, so we recommend buying your own.
If you are unsure about what to buy, ask around at our events.
I do have ropes, ribbon slings, carabiners, rings, etc. – should I bring them?
Definitely! There are more attachment points for suspension bondage than we do have equipment for.
What is the Beginners Corner?
The Beginners Corner is our attempt at including people who are new to rope bondage.
There you can learn some basic safety and techniques to get you started. If you are by yourself and/or want to train the basics, you are just as welcome.
We do recommend to visit our Beginners Corner once, although it’s not mandatory.
What kind of style do you use and teach?
Depends on the person you talk to. We are undogmatic, so any and all styles of rope bondage (incl. western, shibari , fusion, etc.) are welcome, you can also use other bondage-gear as well.
The only things we are strict about are consent and safety.
Do you also organize workshops?
Sometimes. Our focus is on learning from each other, but you’ll also find our announcements for workshops at the “upcoming special events” section above.
What’s with the art thing?
Next to having a wicked amount of fun, we also like to create art. This can be anything from simple photos to calendars, videos or whole performances. This is purely optional for all who are interested.
I don’t want to have my picture taken because of my dayjob, family, etc.
Pictures are only taken with explicit consent of everybody involved in the picture. We are very strict about that.
I have more questions!
Feel free to send an email to team@querverbindungen.at.