Tying and Flying: Bondage for Self-Suspension

Description

Self-suspension can be used for dynamic movement, exploring intense sensation, performance, learning partnered bondage, ritual, and more. This first-ever guide to self-suspension takes a thorough and nondogmatic approach, including everything from meticulous safety information to practical step-by-step rope bondage instruction. Beautiful color photography with a diverse range of self-suspenders is featured throughout. Whether you’re brand new to rope or you already have years of practice, this reflective and nuanced approach has something for you! Preparing your body to both tie and be tied, building a rope kit, communicating with a spotter, creating a self-suspension community, assessing risk, and much more are all discussed. There are hundreds of instructional photos and detailed explanations of ties, including multiple variations on chest and hip harnesses as well as leg ladder, mermaid, bent leg ties and much more. After how to build a solid foundation is explained, in-air skills including upline theory and practical management plus a wide variety of specific self-suspension rigs are covered.

From the Back Cover
“Tying and Flying is an excellent book, with quality information whether you are new to self-suspension or a seasoned performer. Around each corner is a new detail that will guide your personal rope journey.”
–Lee Harrington, author of Shibari You Can Use

“Self-suspenders will rejoice over this fantastic pioneering book, the first of its kind! Shay Tiziano brings her enormous amount of experience as a self-suspension teacher, performer, and event organizer to this incredible resource, which is filled with step-by-step how-tos for getting from the ground into the air; practical background knowledge on rope kits, spotters, and more; insightful quotes from self-suspenders around the world; and a treasure trove of not just helpful but gorgeous photos. A must-have for self-bondage lovers!”
–Evie Vane, author of Better Bondage for Every Body and The Little Guide to Getting Tied Up

“Shay is one of the most brilliant and thorough educators I’ve had the pleasure of working with for KinkAcademy.com and now she’s bringing her many years of experience and knowledge to the printed page. Tying and Flying shows inclusive language and a diverse range of bodies with clear photos and step-by-step instructions. Whether you’re just getting started exploring bondage or are a long-term rope lover, Tying and Flying will make your play even sexier and safer.”
–Kali Williams, Founder of KinkAcademy.com, Author of Enough to Make You Blush

“A most thorough and inspiring book on an aspect of bondage that deserves its place in the sky. No other author could have brought this subject better to light, thanks to Shay’s vast expertise as a health professional, artist, performer, educator, rigger, lifestyle switch, and more. Nothing is left unexplored or unexplained in this work that features so many others’ perspectives as well. This comprehensive guide makes essential reading–not just for self-suspension enthusiasts, but for all riggers, on either side of the slash.”
–Danarama, of Two Knotty Boys and Kink.com

“Self-tying can be a dynamic form of self-pleasure and a celebration of autonomy. From how to choose your gear to an abundance of personal stories, Tying and Flying is a valuable must-have resource that focuses on deep understanding, individuality, creativity, and joy in the practice of self-tying.”
–Sophia Sky, Executive Director of the Pan Eros Foundation, producer of the Seattle Erotic Art Festival

About the Author
Shay Tiziano (she/her or they/them) is a dynamic bondage performer and renowned self-suspender known for her unique, intense rigs and tightly choreographed acrobatic sequences. She is an international kink educator and author of Tying & Flying (the first-ever book about self-suspension) and Creating Captivating Classes. Based in San Francisco, Shay is the Stages & Entertainment co-lead for the Folsom Street Fair and has produced events and performance showcases, including the Seattle Erotic Art Festival Aerial & Bondage Stage, Self-Suspension Open Space, Rope Lab, BENT, and acclaimed bondage and fetish performance event Twisted Windows.