SHIBARI workshop series
30th & 31st May
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30th & 31st May ⋆
Level 1: Intro to shibari
30th May
Join us for this immersion into shibari
In this workshop, you will learn everything you need to start your shibari journey including key tips and advice for a more ethical and safe(r) practice.
What you will learn:
The historical context and evolution of shibari
Consent and negotiation
Rope safety
Basic knots
flowing and manipulation with rope
No prior knowledge or materials are required
we will provide ropes and all the materials you need for the workshop.
Shibari Level 2
31st May
This workshop is for people who have already completed Level I or, alternatively, for those who already know how to tie the basic knots (single and double column tie).
We will go deeper into technical aspects and practice exercises of varying complexity to develop new skills.
What you will learn:
Simple & complex frictions
Tension control
Basic rope structures
Different ties (practice exercises)
Shibari Jam
31st May
We invite you to come tie in a supervised, consent-focused environment, regardless of your role or level of experience.
This jam is an open space for those who want to socialize, meet like-minded people, or explore rope, as well as for those who simply want to observe others tying, find inspiration, or draw.
It is essential that you are VERY PUNCTUAL, as the space rules and anti-abuse policy will be explained at the start of the Jam.
Those who do not arrive on time and miss the introductory talk will not be allowed to tie or be tied during the event, regardless of their experience level.
Event details:
Level 1: 30th may 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Level 2: 31st may 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
jAM: 31st may 6:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Audience: all bodies welcome
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing for movement and sitting. eg. yoga / sport / dance attire. We advise against loose fitting clothing and jeans
snacks to have during the break.
Ropes if you have any you want to bring - this is not necessary
Solo or Partnered: singles, partners, groups welcome (everyone needs a ticket)
Location: east london- exact location will be shared closer to the time of the event
Important information:
unfortunatel Venue is not wheelchair accessible at this time
We have an anti abuse policy. Any discimination, hate speach, behaviour of opression will not be tolerated in any way.
Ropes will be on sale at £18 each (ready to use- treated vegan jute rope- jbo free 5mm x 8m) PLEASE GET IN TOUCH BEFORE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE
refunds will not be given 3 weeks before the event
Ropes will be available for sale upon request!
In collaboration with:
Lila Tavata (she / her)
Lila began her shibari journey in France ten years ago and has since trained with various international instructors (Gorgone, Bingo, Naka, Hua Hua, Tamandua, and Kasumi Hourai, among others).
Over time, she felt that there was a lack of politicization and gender perspective in shibari, and she struggled to find riggers to tie with.
This led her to explore her rigger side further, and today, she teaches workshops and organizes spaces where she integrates her knowledge as both a model and a rigger, expressing her personal perspective in the practice of ropes.
See more of Lila’s work
here
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