Basic Rope Training: Intro to Shibari fundamentals Curriculum

In this series we will cover a full range of fundamental techniques and decorative ties with a strong emphasis on connection and body handling skills. We will progress to more complex floor ties and rope handling skills that will help us facilitate a wider range of challenging play for our partner.

• Pre-Requisite - No Experience is Necessary

• We will have ropes available for use during the class and for sale.

In these classes will give you the skills necessary to help you develop a strong foundation needed to create a safe journey for you and your partner. We will cover:

• What is Shibari/Kinbaku - The How and Why of we want to tie someone or be tied

• Communication, Consent, Physical and Emotional Safety

• Types of Rope: Material, Lengths, Width

• Parts of Rope

• Foundational Ties

• Tie-off Variations

• Attaching and Extending rope

• Rope Control and Management Skills

• Body Handling Techniques

• Understanding the Use of Cinches, Frictions and Hitches

• Basic Decorative Techniques: For Upper and Lower Body

• How to Create a Rope Journey for your Partner