Shibari: The Easy Way (standard)
Japanese rope bondage doesn't have to be difficult: Minimum complexity, maximum results
Beyond 'Tying people, not parcels'
In my first shibari tutorials, 'Japanese Rope Bondage: Tying people, not parcels', my focus was on teaching ties and how to perform them with connection. In this course, we develop this approach further by both simplifying learning by explaining the basic building blocks and by teaching you how to use them to best effect. It is very different to any 'paint by numbers' approach that you might have encountered; this course distils years of practice, experience of teaching countless students and knowledge acquired from some of Japan's most skilled nawashi. It brings you the information that really matters, without having to do years of study or find out through bitter experience.
Simple 'ingredients' based approach
Nina and I introduce powerful, yet very simple, techniques and 'ingredients' which will enable you to tie creatively, safely and, most importantly, with passion. This is far more valuable than merely showing the steps of a selection of set ties since as they say "It is better to teach a man to fish...". So, you will be shown how to use basic 'ingredients' in practical examples and, through understanding them and their rules, it will become easy to build your own ties and avoid errors. If you thought shibari was complicated, you'll be amazed how it is mostly variations on one simple 'ingredient'!
It's not what you do but the way that you do it
The magic is not in the ties, however. Like any 'recipe', it is how those ingredients are used and presented. In shibari, ties might be very pretty but, for your partner, it is all about how you apply the rope and what this says to them. As many Japanese sensei have said: The rope is a tool of communication, an extension of your hands and, I like to add, your will. Sadly, these are skills rarely learned until quite an advanced stage. However, we believe that they are the essence and magic of shibari so should be introduced as a starting point. For this reason, we will be helping your master these vital foundations so your tying will have an emotional and physical effect from day one. Why wait years to achieve that?
Get off to the right start
This course will give you a very solid foundation and understanding that will allow your skills to flourish quickly and makes a perfect companion to the 'Tying techniques' series. There is also a special version of 'Shibari: The easy way' which includes the full 'Tying techniques' series and gives you life-time access for oa one-off fee of only $99. You will be surprised, and your partner gratified, by how much difference this course will make to your tying and understanding of the art. Don't worry if you area a complete beginner as we have included tutorials on all aspects including negotiating consent, safety, choosing rope and lots more.
In addition to over 100 minutes of new content, this course is bundled with these additional tutorials:
- Bondage safety
- Negotiating consent
- Rope choice and care
- Single column ties
Course Curriculum
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PreviewIntroduction (9:19)
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StartMovement and communication (18:03)
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StartMaking tying simple (54:00)
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StartThe single column tie
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StartSolo practice (19:49)
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StartImprovised bondage models (2:36)
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Start'Ask Bruce & Nina' Q&A forum
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StartFree access to Esinem's membership site
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StartRefer a friend and you both get a 20% discount
Your Instructor
Esinem is a shibari artist who has regularly appeared at UK and international events such as Pride, Torture Garden, Erotica, Rubber Ball, Wasteland, Boundcon, Nuit Demonia and recently represented the UK at Japan's first international kinbaku event, Toubaku. He is also known for his teaching both in the UK and internationally and was co-organiser of the London Festival of the Art of Japanese Bondage and BOUND, Europe's premier monthly shibari event.
Over the last few years, he has been improving his skills in Japan with the help some of their best known and respected kinbakushi, Arisue Go, Osada Steve, Kinoko Hajime, Kazami Ranki and, grand master of newaza, Yukimura Haruki. Whilst drawing from classical methods, his style is distinctive and epitomizes the art of communicating with rope, often departing from the typical serenity of shibari shows and flying in the face of tradition to produce some striking and unusual performances.
In addition, he has worked on various videos, e.g. Primal Scream's 2013, artistic collaborations and photo shoots both on and off camera. He has been involved in projects providing inspiration for Tom Ford's 2013 collection and, Raqib Shaw, an acclaimed artist who has exhibited at the Tate, Metropolitan and White Cube galleries.
He contributed to Rope, Bondage & Power, edited by Lee Harrington and is currently involved with a number of documentaries on kinbaku. He is also author of the first English language tutorial DVDs: 'Japanese Rope Bondage: Tying people, not parcels'.
Nina Russ is a London based, shibari performer, rope artist and educator. She became student of Esinem in 2011 and their collaboration gave birth to BOUND shibari night (2012) and ShibariClasses (2015). She had also the fortune to participate at workshops with different Japanese shibari masters, like: Kazami Ranki, Yukimura Haruki, Kinoko Hajime.
She has performed internationally, most notably at the London Festival of the Art of Japanese Rope Bondage and RopeFest in St.Petersburg. In addition, she participates in numerous artistic, fashion collaborations and local performances. Her passion for rope has lead her on a route of discovery of concepts, philosophy, aesthetics and benefits behind this Japanese discipline.
She sees shibari as an art form which creates deep connection between the participants and also aids personal development. Due to its martial arts roots, it brings self-discipline, efficiency, effectiveness and, thus, growth in confidence and awareness. She believes these skills allow a greater focus on the most important aspects: you, your partner and your shared experience.