Shibari Basics workshop: The Second Rope
Do you already know some Shibari basic technique? Let’s focus on specific bondages for the torso and arms. Like arms on your back (‘takate kote’) or a a chest harness without the arms. Our focus will be on technical skills.
Perfect next step
Have you already joined the workshop ‘Basics: The First Rope’ (formerly called ‘Shibari basics’)? Then this is your ideal next step.
This workshop is for you when:
You know how to tie a good single column tie
You know basic frictions
You learn upper body bondages
You will learn new ways to tie your partner up: several rope structures on the upper body. We tie the torso with and without arms included.
Shibari rope structures
Here’s a few examples of what we will go through during this workshop:
A one rope box-tie, the "takate kote" (arms bent, tied behind the back)
A chest harness with the arms free
Ways to tie up the arms separately
PLUS: we always adjust the bondages to the possibilities and limitations to your specific body. So even if you have an injury, you’re welcome to join!
We will also look at:
How to use and influence the breath
Anatomy and safety: what risks should you avoid, what do you pay attention to during your scene, what signals from the body should you take seriously, what about nerves and any physical risks, how do you check during the interaction if your partner is okay?
Practical information
This workshop will be taught in English or Dutch, depending on the participants.
When? Saturday 17 June, 11:00-14:00
Where? Awananda, Kanaalweg 84a, Utrecht
Who? This workshop is for duo's, so bring a partner you like to touch :-)
Ticket? 120,- per couple
You will recieve an e-mail with all practical information latest 2 weeks prior to the event.
Atmosphere of the workshop
Butterfly makes an effort to be an inclusive teacher. No matter your age, gender, orientation, body type - everyone is welcome. She understands you might be nervous or excited taking part in a workshop like this. So at the start of the workshop we will create a safer space together, in the group. Usually, people feel really safe and relaxed within the first hour. So even when you're hesitant, come and join us!
What others say about this workshop
Sietske (30)
“Curious, but not having a clue where to start our bondage / shibari adventure, we found the Shibari Basics workshop. What a good start for this was! In a relaxed setting we got to know (basic) knots, a number of ways of tying, types of rope and do's and don'ts. There was plenty of time to ask questions and a nice balance between demonstration and practicing ourselves. To me and my partner this was a very good starting point to dive in deeper and learn more. We'll continue this experiment, solo and during workshops by Butterfly."