Welcome 2025! - Introduction to Shibari with ash snare

ash snare (Melbourne) presents an introduction to shibari - the erotic art of japanese rope bondage.

In this 3 hour workshop you will learn:


A brief history and context of modern shibari/kinbaku.


Basic shibari safety including consent negotiation, anatomy considerations, rope materials and equipment.


Foundational shibari concepts including connection and communication through rope, exploring eroticism in consensual power dynamics, and deepening trust through bondage play.


3 core ties/forms plus techniques for adapting these to limitless compositions/situations; unleashing your creativity and exploring your partner.


Singles welcome

All exercises are optional

Please wear comfy clothes for movement and floor seating

Please bring a water bottle plus any snacks you may like.

Class rope provided

Authentic Japanese jute rope available for purchase