Shibari Basics & Essentials

Whether you're completely new to rope or have been curious about exploring the world of Japanese-inspired rope bondage, this beginner-friendly workshop offers a grounded, respectful, and hands-on introduction to Shibari—the art of tying the body with intention, connection, and care.

In this immersive 3-hour experience, you’ll learn essential rope skills, foundational ties, safety knowledge, and how to bring creativity, presence, and sensuality into your practice. This workshop is open to individuals, self-tyers, and couples of all identities and experience levels.

What You’ll Learn

✔ The core principles of Shibari: consent, connection, and communication✔ Rope safety 101: anatomy, risk zones, and emergency protocols✔ Essential knots, frictions, and hitches (including the single and double column ties)✔ Rope types and how to choose, handle, and care for your rope✔ Beginner-friendly floor ties and harnesses for the chest, hips, and legs✔ One-rope flow practice (Ippon Nawa) to build fluidity and confidence✔ How to create intimacy and dynamic tension with rope✔ Aftercare principles to support integration and emotional well-being

What’s Included

✨ 3 hours of hands-on instruction, guided demos, and individualized support✨ Practice rope provided (or bring your own!)✨ Safety shears on hand✨ Optional rope available for purchase on-site✨ A welcoming, affirming space for all identities, bodies, and dynamics

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing (stretchy, skin-accessible layers recommended)
• Water bottle
• A journal (optional, for notes or reflection)
• Your own rope if you have it (not required)
• Yourself – solo participants are warmly welcomed!

Who This Is For

• Rope-curious individuals seeking a safe and respectful entry point
• Couples wanting to explore sensuality and trust through rope
• Doms, subs, switches, and self-tyers
• Those interested in embodied practice, conscious kink, or meditative connection

About the Instructor

Kesh is a Phoenix-based rope top, educator, and dharma teacher who blends technical rope skills with deep presence, creativity, and meditative awareness. Their approach to rope is rooted in connection, curiosity, and consent, creating spaces where participants can feel both safe and inspired as they explore the beauty of Shibari.

Space is Limited. Pre-registration Required.

Reserve your spot today and begin your rope journey with confidence, care, and community.

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