Welcome to Aphrodisia

We host classes specially designed to enhance connection.

Please note all participants must be over the age of 18 years. Classes are capped to ensure that everyone can receive appropriate levels of attention and tuition.

Welcome to Shibari 101: First Ties

This 90-minute experience is for those wanting to experience the sensuality of rope play.

Let us introduce you to the intimacy of traditional Japanese rope bondage. The art of Kinbaku – sometimes referred to as Shibari – is built around an exchange between two people: someone tying and someone being bound. Our expert riggers will give you step by step instructions for several simple and practical knots and ties – with an emphasis on developing safe rope practices. During this experience you will begin by practicing on yourself before moving on to tying with others.

Workshop includes: Introduction to rope and rope safety, the foundational knots and ties needed for shibari including single column ties, double column ties and hitch knots.

Workshop Kit Requirements

You will need to bring the following with you to participate in the workshops:

2-4 x 8m lengths of 6mm rope in either hemp, jute or similar (Rope is available for purchase at point of ticket sale)
Rope shears

DOUBLE WORKSHOP DEAL: Get a discount for booking in for both Week 1: First ties, and Week 2: First frictions.

Demonstrator:

ArdentDesires (she/her) has been active in the Newcastle kink scene for over 4 years, getting her start into shibari/kinbaku through Hunter Rope Explore & Exchange (RXX). Her passion for rope play is inspired by musical pieces such as Adagio for Strings by Samual Barber where movements are slow, deliberate and purposeful to create a specific emotional experience. She greatly enjoys sharing her knowledge about this Japanese art style and looks forward to introducing new people to the dynamics of rope play.

FAQs:

Ticket price is per person. All attendees need to purchase a ticket to attend.
This is a closed class, there are no spectators.
Please wear clothing that gives a full range of movement such as activewear.
You do not need to come with a partner, however it is valuable to have someone you are comfortable with to practice your skills both inside and outside workshops.
We are located at the Ashtanga Yoga Studio in Newcastle West, on the top floor. There is a tall staircase to climb in order to access the space so please contact us with any mobility concerns.