Shibari Bondage Events & Workshops

Shibari bondage experiences on Sensuali support you in exploring the art of rope in a safe, guided way. Hosted by certified shibari artists, discover gentle restraint, couples shibari tuition, shibari life drawing, bondage domination, rope performances, workshops and immersive shibari retreats. Suitable for beginners and experienced explorers alike, with accessible options for every level.
Doom Bar Munch event

Doom Bar Munch

From $0 In person

21 Jan 2026 | 18:00 - 22:00

Philly’s Queer, Goth and Witchy Munch at Doom Bar!This munch is for everyone with a focus on 2SLG...
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PhillyRopeCoven

Philadelphia

1 experience

In-person and Online Professional Dominant service

In-person and Online Professional Dominant

From $500 In person & Online/virtual

If you’re looking for a safe and consensual space for you to explore your kinks, fetishes, and fa...
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MaleProDominant

Barcelona

1 experience

Playful Domination service

Playful Domination

From €300 In person & Online/virtual

Pro Domme sessions. I specialise in shibari, impact play, mind fuck and more. See my website for...
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Mx Ephemeral

Barcelona

2 experiences

Pleasure Dom experience service

Pleasure Dom experience

From €20 In person

The Experience: A Sanctuary for Exploration​I am proud to offer a safe harbor for you to explore...
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KnottyExperience

Stockholm

3 experiences

Virtual or in-person ProDomme sessions service

Virtual or in-person ProDomme sessions

From $150 Online/virtual & In person

Virtual (online, live cam) and in-person ProDomme Kink/BDSM sessions available for 30 minute to 3...
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Lady Leah Lorette

Portland

4 experiences

Private shibari session in Paris service

Private shibari session in Paris

From $300 In person

I will return to Paris from 7/1/26 til 14/1/26 and will offer private shibari sessions while I'm...
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Mx Lin

Amsterdam

3 experiences

Sensual Shibari sessions service

Sensual Shibari sessions

From €350 In person & Online/virtual

My private sessions offer an intimate exploration of rope bondage as a meditative, sensual art fo...
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noashibari

Amsterdam

1 experience

Sensual Shibari Experience in Geneva service

Sensual Shibari Experience in Geneva

From $95 In person

Private sessions are intimate journeys into trust, presence and conscious pleasure.They are open...
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Aether

Berlin

4 experiences

Rope Bondage & Shibari Artists

Where rope ties become a sensual art form
So, what is shibari?

Shibari is a Japanese rope art that uses natural fibre rope to create patterns on the body through ties. Suspending the body in the air with rope is also very popular. While it sits within the broader world of kink and fetish, shibari is about much more than restraint alone. It brings together skill and connection, with a strong emphasis on trust and presence between the person tying and the person being tied.

For some people, shibari is a sexual or sensual practice, especially when explored with a partner. For many others, it is not sexual at all, but artistic, meditative or expressive. These approaches can also coexist. Shibari is widely practised as a performance art, with public rope performances that people attend to watch and appreciate, much like dance or physical theatre. It is a skilled craft that cannot be improvised or copied casually. Proper technique, safety knowledge and experience are essential.

Shibari bondage experiences on Sensuali reflect this range. You may find shibari performances to attend, workshops and longer retreats where rope skills are taught and practised, couples shibari tuition focused on learning together, or private shibari sessions where an experienced rigger works one-to-one with you. In private sessions, some people are drawn to the sensation of being held, suspended or contained by rope, often describing it as freeing rather than restrictive.

A typical shibari session usually begins with conversation. This allows boundaries, comfort levels and intentions to be discussed before any rope is used. The tying itself is slow and deliberate, with attention paid to breath, body positioning and sensation. Sessions often end with time to rest and reflect, helping the body and mind transition out of the experience.

Shibari can be a particularly rewarding practice to explore as a couple. It offers a shared creative experience that doesn’t rely solely on sexual performance, which can make it feel less intimidating for beginners. Many couples find it strengthens communication, trust and connection, while also allowing space for play, curiosity and artistic expression.

A rope bunny is someone the person being tied in a shibari session. This can involve physical sensation, stillness, trust or the emotional experience of surrendering control. Being a rope bunny does not require any prior experience or specific role. Many people explore shibari as a rope bunny out of curiosity, artistic interest or a desire for connection rather than pain or intensity.

Shibari is a Japanese rope art that places emphasis on aesthetics, intention and connection, rather than restraint alone. While standard bondage often focuses on immobilisation, shibari pays close attention to rope patterns, body positioning, breath and the more subtle and sensual dynamic between the person tying and the person being tied. It is often described as a form of communication or creative practice, and can be expressive and meditative as well as physical.

While the concept of ropes tied against your skin might seem uncomfortable, many Shibari enthusiasts find the physical restraint freeing for the mind and soul. Sensation varies depending on the style, rope technique and what has been agreed in advance. Some forms of shibari are gentle and slow, focusing on comfort, stillness or visual beauty, while others may include more intense sensations. When practised with a trained practitioner, shibari is approached with clear consent and attention to the body, so discomfort can be communicated and adjusted at any point.

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handsoferos

As a Hypno-Shibari Artist and Soft Dom, I weave the art of Shibari with the depth of hypnosis to create transformative, kinky and healing experiences. I spend my time exploring the delicate balance of power, impact and tenderness, always seeking new ways to connect deeply with others. Friends describe me as an "iron glove in a velvet glove"—firm yet tender. Passionate about unlocking inner potential and fostering self-discovery, I am on a journey of constant learning and profound connection.

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I am a Shibari artist devoted to the art of connection through rope. My approach weaves together sensuality, somatic awareness, and spirituality — creating spaces where rope is not just technique, but a language of trust, presence, and self-discovery. When I tie, I am interested in the alchemy of energy between bodies: the subtle shifts in breath, the emotional landscapes that surface, the nervous system attunement that brings safety and surrender. My style is rooted in: Connection before technique — rope as a way of communication Presence & embodiment — attuning to the body’s wisdom and expression Sensuality as medicine — awakening pleasure, play, and creativity Healing through surrender — holding space for vulnerability, release, and transformation Sacred rituals — creating ceremony with nature and with our spiritual path For me, Shibari is an oracle — a way of asking questions through the body and receiving answers through sensation, energy, and trust. I guide women, men and couples into this art with gentleness and depth, balancing the beauty of form with the freedom of expression, always honoring the sacredness of the rope journey.

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