About
-EM- & Nirathekitten
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Based in Memphis, -EM- has been an active part of the kink scene since 2010. Known for a sharp edge and a sharp tongue, he brings a no-nonsense, high-impact teaching style that blends blunt honesty with a dark sense of humor. Specializing in rope bondage and whips, -EM- enjoys exploring the edge of physical and psychological endurance with technical precision. He has taught across the U.S. and Europe, drawing from a diverse background of training with internationally respected educators. Whether you are looking to deepen your skills or sadism, -EM- offers a direct, hands-on education that leaves an impression
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Nirathekitten is a rope loving, latex wearing, often bloody, switch and self-player who joined the larger kink community in 2018 while living in Michigan, but spent most of her kink life in Florida. Now located in Western NC, she dedicates a large portion of her time volunteering for her local community, sharing her passion for education, and co-leading Asheville Rope Academy. Between getting tangled in rope, causing trouble with sharp things, torturing partners, or intriguing sadists, it can safely be assumed that she will be found further proving that 'mind over matter' is more than just an expression.
Classes at FLARE 2026
Bound for impact
Rope can be plenty of fun by itself, but it’s also the most versatile type of restraint for every other form of play. In this tie-along class we will teach several simple ground ties, static suspension positions, and tips and tricks on HOW to wield your implements of choice during a scene. These positions and ties will be focused on quick-and-dirty bondage to bind and expose your bottoms. A huge takeaway from this class will be how to best use your impact tools to leave the best mark, focusing on the Tops orientation and how to use their toys to their fullest. (Wink wink) ## Prerequisites Prerequisite: Suspension worthy harnesses, including a back loading chest harness. At least intermediate skill using the impact tools you choose to bring. ## What to Bring Please bring: Suspension Rope kit. Impact tools of your choice. Example: whips, canes, bloggers, crops
Uplines for Self Suspenders
Self tiers like to do things the hard way. We often have tons of extra upline, limits on what we can reach, and far too many instances where we can't breathe. In this class, we will review tips and tricks on upline management, and hopefully provide some ideas on ways to make them cleaner, safer, and more fun. This fast paced class is a combination of different ideas and styles, and will go back and forth between teaching and practicing. This content is geared towards high-transition technically-minded self suspenders, who are looking for ways to level up their scenes. ## Prerequisites Basic upline management and handling. Suspension worthy harnesses (recommended lower body and upper body) ## What to Bring - Full Suspension Kit
Waiting for the bus
Tired of rope suspensions that start with a long, awkward lull while the bottom waits for the harnesses to be tied? This hands-on class is all about transforming the beginning of your scenes into engaging experiences right from the first wrap. We'll explore how to use the harnesses and uplines you already know in more dynamic ways. We will cover quick ties to grab your bottoms attention, as well as creative ways to tie things already in your toolbox. This class is meant for riggers who want to make their scenes more interesting without needing anything new. ## Prerequisites Prerequisites: Harnesses you feel comfortable tying for suspension and uplines. ## What to Bring Suspension rope kit