A quirt is a short whip terminating in two or more thick leather falls. It occupies a place between the flogger and the single-tail: heavier and more concentrated than most floggers, less specialised than a single-tail.

The quirt has historical origins in equestrian use and appears in Leather impact traditions as a distinctive implement. This practice generally requires advanced education, informed consent, appropriate risk awareness and should not be approached without adequate knowledge and preparation.