Date and time

Saturday, January 11, 2025, 13.30-18:30. Please arrive at least 10 min before the start.

Location

In Lausanne, next to the train station. Address communicated to registered participants.

Description of the workshop

Are you interested in learning shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage? This workshop is intended for total beginners, without any prior knowledge. It will give you an introduction to the world of tying and tools to start using ropes at home immediately. You will learn the basic knots and frictions and how to apply the basic concepts to improvise tying on the whole body.

During 4 hours, you will learn:

– The fundamentals, starting with security, negotiation, and consent
– Basic knots: single column tie (SCT) and double column tie (DCT)
– Frictions and how to “finish the rope”
– How to use knots and frictions to tie different body parts
– Tips to improve the connection to your partner and fluidity of tying

During the workshop, you will have the opportunity to switch between tying and getting tied.

You will need one or two ropes. If you don’t have any, you can borrow ropes from me or you can also buy some.

Wear any outfit that you are comfortable with, such as a yoga outfit. It’s better to not have clothes too loose for the person being tied.

Prerequisites

There are no technical prerequisites. If you have health issues, please contact me before registering to determine if the course is suitable for your situation.

Pricing

The price is per person. To make this workshop affordable to everyone, we offer a social price for people struggling financially. If it is still too much, reach out to discuss it. To allow us to provide a social price, you can also voluntarily pay the supporter price if you can afford it.

Regular price: CHF 120.- per person
Supporter price: CHF 140.- per person
Social price: CHF 100.- per person

Registration

You can come alone or with a partner. Each person needs a ticket. For some exercises, individuals who are alone will be able to pair up and must be comfortable both tying and being tied.

Tickets are non-refundable. When ordering on Eventfrog, you can take out insurance in case of illness. If you are unable to attend, you have the option to resell your tickets to your acquaintances. If the workshop is full and there is a waiting list, you can also contact me so that I can transfer your tickets.

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