The Healing Aspect of Rope – all levels

5 – 6 October 2024 we will host Athen Shibari for an exciting and different workshop. We will have the pleasure of being taught by 2 different coulpe of teachers who will give us more wide and nuanced insight into the aspect of “The healing rope”.

Workshop description:

Shibari, also known as Kinbaku, is the traditional Japanese art of rope bondage. While its origins are rooted in eroticism and SM practises, Shibari has also gained recognition for its therapeutic and healing aspects, both physically and psychologically.
One of the primary ways in which Shibari contributes to healing is through the intimate connection it fosters between the rope artist (or rigger) and the person being tied (the model or bottom). The process of tying involves close communication, trust, and vulnerability, creating a space where individuals can explore and express their emotions, desires, and boundaries. This exchange of energy and attention can lead to feelings of security, relaxation, and emotional release, promoting a sense of well-being and inner peace.
Physically, Shibari can provide relief from tension and stress by stimulating blood circulation and promoting relaxation in the muscles. The deliberate placement of ropes along the body’s pressure points can alleviate discomfort and promote a sense of physical alignment and balance. Additionally, Shibari sessions often involve slow, deliberate movements and deep breathing exercises, which can induce a state of mindfulness and calmness, similar to practices like yoga or meditation.
For some individuals, engaging in Shibari can also be a form of sensory exploration and stimulation. The sensation of being bound in ropes can heighten awareness of one’s body and senses, leading to increased sensitivity and pleasure. This sensory focus can help individuals become more attuned to their bodies’ needs and sensations, promoting self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Furthermore, Shibari offers a safe and consensual space for individuals to explore and confront their vulnerabilities, fears, and past traumas. The act of being bound and held in a nurturing and supportive manner can evoke feelings of security and empowerment, allowing individuals to confront and process their emotions in a controlled and nurturing environment.
In this weekend we will explore:
– What is trauma
– Healing and Empowerment
– Trauma informed negotiation and risk awareness
– Boundaries, limitations, comfort zones
– How the body affects the mind and vice versa
– Ways to expand verbal and nonverbal communication
– How to trust our sensations, intuition, feelings
– Partner connection and intimacy
– Body awareness and acceptance
– Emotional expression and release
– Integration and self-reflection

To participate, you must know the basics, be able to make single and double column tie and have experience with one-rope binding (ichinawa). Bindings will be adapted to your personal level, so there will certainly also be very exciting for experienced participants.

We look forward to sharing this transformative experience with you!

If you come from far way and need accommodation, there is the option of staying in a cabin or mobile home at a nearby campsite: here
A few meters from the campsite there is a local Brugs and pizzeria.
The campsite is approx. 3km from our venue.
Included in the workshop price are sandwiches for lunch.
Drinks can be purchased on site.
If you participate in the workshop, participation in Saturday’s hang out is free.
The price is per. couple.