Cost: One Green Pack per person / per month (3-4 classes per month)

Prerequisites: Fundamentals + 1 rope (Ichinawa only)

Hojōjutsu (捕縄術), also known as Torinawajutsu or Nawajutsu, is the traditional Japanese martial art of using rope to restrain a person. It encompasses various techniques and methods used to tie, bind, and restrain individuals, the perfect addition to your regular curriculum.

A Body Manipulation, Movement & Flow Class that is dynamic, technical, and interactive while dedicating time to a recurring time slot to focused on refining fluidity, connection, and efficiency in rope movements. This 2-hour class includes; a warmup “workout” & explores centering, projection, and centrifugal flow, helping participants guide, shift, and manipulate their partner’s body with intention and grace; using minimal frictions, if at all, and strategic wraps. Through technical breakdowns, geometry, and advanced movement concepts, students will develop a deeper understanding of how to move, or be moved, while manipulating and applying rope to their training partner.

open to all gender expressions and experience levels

Core Concepts & Objectives

  • Flow & Transitioning;

    Moving a tied partner seamlessly without excessive force, using natural momentum and body positioning.


  • Weight Shifting & Balance

    Understanding the mechanics of weight distribution to adjust a partner’s posture smoothly.

  • Knee-Walking & Low Movement

    Learning how to move efficiently around a tied partner while staying grounded and maintaining control.

  • Pushing & Pulling Mechanics

    Engaging with the rope and the body to achieve guided movement instead of brute force.

  • Communication through Movement

    Non-verbal cues to foster collaboration and responsiveness between rigger and model.

  • Creating Playfulness or Struggle

    Adapting techniques to build different types of physical interactions, or Intensions, whether for fluidity, struggle, or resistance.

The teacher

WILLCAT

WILLCAT’s NAWAJUTSU inspired course is the subject of their own exploration / evolution in rope join them in their practice; YOU DO NOT NEED A PARTNER.

The perfect class to continue after fundamentals if you do not have a partner!

This class integrates technical training and practical application, in a martial arts setting, i,e; expect to swap partners. The goal; encourage students to explore, and feel, the art of movement in rope rather than just static play. Whether students are looking to refine their handling skills, create smoother transitions, or add dynamic elements to their ties, this class offers Hands-on experience and deepened awareness of body mechanics & practical practice for refining movements that make even the most static elements of rope flow and dynamic.

What to Bring

  • 1 rope (Ichinawa only)
  • Comfortable movement clothes
  • knee pads, thick legging can do
  • A readiness to train, not just tie

BE DISCIPLINED. BE PROMPT.

Doors open at 15h45 for new participant orientation.