VoxBody: Passing of the Torch

Honoring Our Past. Investing in Our Future.

Dear Bay Area and Global Rope Community,

Since opening its doors in 2017, VoxBody has been a pioneer in rope education and a beloved cornerstone of the international rope community. As a queer- and woman-owned safe(r) space, VoxBody has provided more than just a place to learn rope. It has been a haven for exploration, connection, creativity, and community for countless individuals over the years.

From curious beginners to seasoned rope professionals, VoxBody has helped shape not only our local community but the broader world of rope as we know it.

Behind this extraordinary legacy is VoxBody's founder, the beloved Blue (@miss_true_Blue), affectionately known to many as the Momma of VoxBody. For a decade, Blue has poured her heart, energy, resources, and unwavering dedication into creating and sustaining this space.

Now, after ten years of leadership, the time has come for Blue to pass the torch.

It is with immense gratitude, excitement, and a profound sense of responsibility that we announce Ivy Limieux (@ivylimieux) and Lief (@Lief.bound) as the incoming owners entrusted with carrying VoxBody's legacy forward.

We are equally proud to continue collaborating with Moxie (@boundmoxie) and Icky (@hedonist_queer) on quality education and core curriculum development. Together, we look forward to welcoming both new and familiar rope educators into the studio, building upon VoxBody's longstanding commitment to exceptional learning opportunities.

This is more than a change in ownership. It is a commitment to preserving the heart of what makes VoxBody special while creating room for continued growth, accessibility, and evolution.

A Message from Blue

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Help Us Carry the Torch

Transitions of this magnitude are never simple. Beyond the emotional weight of passing along something so deeply personal, there are significant financial challenges involved in ensuring that VoxBody can continue serving our community without interruption.

As the incoming owners, we are asking the Bay Area and global rope communities to come together and help make this next chapter possible.

Our fundraising goal is $50,000.

We recognize that this is no small ask. We also recognize that VoxBody has always been more than the efforts of any one person. It has been built, sustained, and brought to life by the people who have walked through its doors, shared their knowledge, offered their support, and found belonging within its walls.

We believe that preserving a space with this much history and community significance is worth the effort, and we want to be transparent about exactly what it will take.

Where Your Contributions Will Go

Transition operating costs to support continuity during the first three months $11,000

Business licensing, registrations, and administrative account setup $2,000

Overhead expenses, including deposits and the first month's rent $17,000

Direct contribution toward the business buyout $20,000

Total Fundraising Goal $50,000

These funds will help establish a stable financial foundation for the transition, allowing us to maintain studio operations, honor existing commitments, and continue providing the educational experiences that our community has come to know and love.

Our goal is not simply to keep VoxBody's doors open. It is to give this next chapter the stability it needs to thrive.

How You Can Support

There are several meaningful ways to help us reach our goal, and we welcome support at every level.

Make a Donation

Direct financial contributions will go toward our $50,000 fundraising goal and help cover the transition expenses outlined above. Donations are contributions toward the future of VoxBody and are not expected to be repaid.

Whether you can give a little or a lot, every contribution brings us closer to ensuring that this space remains a resource for our community.

Attend Our Fundraising Events

Over the coming months, we will be hosting a series of special fundraising events to celebrate our community, showcase the artistry and creativity that make VoxBody special, and raise funds for this transition.

Our first event is UNO an evening of one-rope performances and a silent auction. This event brings together talented performers to explore the creative possibilities of a single rope while supporting the future of VoxBody.

Proceeds from these fundraising events will contribute directly toward our $50,000 goal. By attending, participating, or inviting others, you are helping sustain the space that makes these experiences possible.

Stay tuned as additional events are announced!

Offer an Interest-Free Loan

We also recognize that some community members may be interested in supporting this transition through an interest-free loan rather than a donation.

For those in a position to offer financial assistance with the expectation of repayment, we welcome conversations about mutually agreeable loan amounts, repayment schedules, and terms. Any loan arrangements will be documented separately in writing to ensure transparency and clarity for everyone involved.

If you are interested in discussing an interest-free loan, please reach out to [email redacted]

Spread the Word

Even if contributing financially isn't possible right now, sharing this fundraiser, attending events, and helping us reach others who care about rope education and community spaces are all incredibly valuable forms of support.

The Next Chapter Starts With Us

VoxBody has always been a place where people come together to learn, challenge themselves, build trust, and create something meaningful. That spirit of connection is what brought us here, and it is what we hope will carry us forward.

We are deeply grateful to Blue for everything she has built, for the trust she has placed in us, and for the countless ways she has shaped this community.

We know that stepping into this role comes with enormous responsibility. We do not take lightly the work, care, and dedication that have made VoxBody what it is today. Our intention is to honor that foundation while continuing to listen, learn, and grow alongside the community we serve.

To everyone who has ever attended a class, tied a rope, taught a workshop, performed, volunteered, or simply found a sense of belonging at VoxBody: you are part of this legacy.

And now, we invite you to be part of its future.

Help us carry the torch and keep VoxBody's legacy alive.

With love, gratitude, and excitement for what's ahead,

Ivy & Lief

Incoming Owners of VoxBody With continued educational collaboration from Moxie & Icky