QTBIPOC Exclusive Rope Jam- - Masked

Queers (subject) Do (verb) Rope (object) is hosting a QTBIPOC Exclusive Rope Jam at Devil Mask Studio every other month on the fourth saturday from 7pm-11pm.

QDR endeavors to de-center the white hetero-normative narrative in rope spaces. We aim to nurture and elevate those who are Black, Indigenous, People of Color AND Queer and Trans. At our event, QTBIPOC can connect with other rope enthusiasts, enjoy a safer, casual tying space, share some knowledge, and maybe even learn something new!

Please note this is a masked event and all attendees must have either vaccine dated after September 2026 or a same day negative covid test. We encourage everyone to have their current flu and monkey pox shot as well and encourage all attendees to test before attending. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time through the Devil Mask Studio Website.

Water (sparkling and stil), tea, coffee and light snacks will be available (ticket purchase covers snack budget). Mats, bamboo, chairs and cushions are available in the studio. A limited amount of loaner rope and cutting tools will also be available. Please bring any additional supplies you might need.

FAQs:

Who is hosting this?

1. Queers Do Rope was began by Azure, they/them (@bleuwolfe), Bernie, she/her (@ropesongs) and Sylky, she/her (@sylky.smooth__), QTBIPOC rope switches who wanted to see more spaces for themselves and folx like them in the larger LA rope community.Today our jams are hosted by the volunteer crew led by Bernie she/her & Rosario she/her..

Do I have to be both bipoc and queer/trans?

1. Yes

Can my non-bipoc or non-q/t partner join if they are accompanying me?

1. No. While your partner is wonderful (cause why would you choose someone not awesome?), please leave them at home for this one.

How much does it cost?

1. We have a sliding scale tickets: $5-$30. All proceeds get put back into our events. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Need financial support this month? Use the code: QDRCOMP

Will you be teaching me how to do shibari/will there be open practice space?

1. There will be plenty of time and space for folx to drop in and tie. The space includes hard points, bamboo and mats.
2. There will be rope drills from 7:30-8pm. We also hope to foster an environment where community members share their knowledge with each other.

Is it okay to come by myself? Will you assign someone to tie with me?

1. We will not be assigning people partners for this event, but we encourage people to come even if they don't have a tying partner. We will have a short ice-breaker and a cruising board where folx can share their intentions and desires to tie or be tied.

I'm mixed, can I still come?

1. YES! We recognize that sometimes mixed folx feel odd or unwelcome, but this is your space too.

I'm a trans poc but not specifically black or indigenous. should I go?

1. YES! Please come! Anyone who self identifies as black or indigenous or a person of color or mixed as well as LGBTQ is encouraged to attend!

Are n95 masks required? Will vaccine cards be checked at the door?

1. We will check vaccine info at the door. If you don't have an updated vaccine, you will be asked to take a COVID-19 test and will have to wait 15 minutes to enter. We ask that folx wear an n95, kn95, medical mask, or other respirator mask that filters air particles and protects against droplets and sprays. Additionally Devil Mask Studio has air purifiers in the space that will be running throughout the jam.

I can't make it to this one will there be others?

1. Yes, this jam will be every odd month on the 4th Sunday.

Is the space accessible?

1. The entrance is through a paved alley. There is a ramp to the elevator and no steps into or in the tying space.
2. There is a single stall gender neutral bathroom near the elevator with a ramp to enter.
3. The space includes 6 industrial air filters and monitors in the space to check air quality.
4. A quiet corner exists in the studio and earplugs are readily available.
5. We don't have a dedicated sign language interpreter.

What's the parking situation?

1. Metered and unmetered street parking is available but can be hard to find.
2. There is a lot on the corner or 5th and Hill. Parking costs between $10-20, just around the corner from the studio entrance.
3. There is a second lot under Pershing square.
4. The Pershing square Metro stop is on the corner and provides easy access to the studio.

Can I buy my ticket at the door?

1. You can purchase your ticket at the door. Please note that you will still need to show your ID and sign a studio liability waiver.

We can't wait to meet you!

No one allowed in after 9:00 PM