Workshop Program

Sommerboat
22.-24. August 2025 in Berlin

Each ropeXchange has a unique program according to the presenters and the focus. We always offer programs for beginners and advanced users, as well as peer groups for the nerds among us to exchange ideas and experiment.

Schedule/Zeitplan – Fr, 08/22/25

Start

Room (downstairs)

Room (upstairs)

18:00

Doors open

18:30

Arto (A)
Anatomy & Safety for Beginners (en/de)

Dan (X)
Anatomy Nerding with VR-Glasses (en/de)

20:00

Short Break

20:30

Arto (A)
Introduction to Shibari (en/de)

Dan (X)
Rope Speed Dating & Time for Tying (en/de)

Schedule/Zeitplan – Sa. 08/23/25

Start

Room (downstairs)

Room (upstairs)

10:00

Dan + Alle (X)
Introduction of presenters workshops participants with ropes (en/de)

11:30

Dan (X)
Shibari Positions (exchange round) (en/de)

Tomdelirio (B)
Shinju (armfree chest harnesses) (en/de)

 

+ free tying

13:30

Group Photo & Lunch Break

14:30

FetNixx (B)
Develop your kinky goals (en)

Arto (C)
Partial Suspension (en/de)

 

+ free tying

16:30

Tomdelirio (B)
Agura (suspendable crosslegged position) (en/de)

Dan (ab B / X)
Experiments with Fabrics as Ropes (floor & suspension) (en/de)

 

+ free tying

18:00

Time for Dinner

20:00

JAM! The open, quiet bondage night with practice time

Schedule/Zeitplan – So. 08/24/25

Start

Room (downstairs)

Room (upstairs)

10:00

FetNixx (B)
Kinky Rope Yoga (en)

Dan (B/C)
Futomomo (floor & suspension) (en/de)

 

+ free tying

12:00

FetNixx (X)
Kinky Travel Talk (en)

Tomdelirio (C)
Self Tying: Introduction to Solo Suspension (en/de)

 

+ free tying

14:00

Short Lunch Break

14:30

Dan (B)
Bondage4sex (en/de)

free tying

 

+ free tying

16:30

All
Joint closing

17:00

End

Kurs-Level Übersicht

A

Newbies NO previous knowledge required.

B

Beginner Only basic knowledge available, such as the Single Column Tie (SCT) and safety.

C

Advanced Safe handling of simple restraints such as SCT, DCT, Futomomo, etc. It is understood what can be done to achieve a desired goal.

D

Experienced Combinations and variations in bondage are well known. You understand why you do something the way you do, how you can change things and what effect this has.

E

Experts Experts are familiar with complex and challenging bondages and have a lot of detailed knowledge and nerdy stuff.

S

Specials Are suitable for many levels, whereby each level can take different content and benefit from it differently.

X

Exchange This is about sharing new knowledge together and, if necessary, building up new knowledge. We generally refer to this as labs or working groups. You can build them individually by yourself.

Extras & Activities

Swimming or sunbathing

Swimming or sunbathing? Take advantage of the opportunities! But don’t forget your swimming trunks, towel, sunscreen and whatever else you need.

ATTENTION: Do not jump into the water!!!!

Beach & green meadow

Next to the boat is a green meadow and a beach. Use these if you want to take a break.

Special features of our workshops

Diversity of topics

Experienced presenters

Inclusive environment

Intensive learning experiences

Creative ways of expression

Sense of community

Individual support

Hands-on practice

Inspiring atmosphere

Safe environment

Networking opportunities

Diverse perspectives

Innovative techniques

Flexible participation options

Fun and enjoyment in learning