This traditional Japanese practice is about creating DEEP EMOTIONAL CONNECTION through the mindful application of rope. It’s a moving meditation where the giver learns to stay completely PRESENT while the receiver experiences what it means to truly SURRENDER in safety.

In Our Practice, You’ll Discover:

• ✨ How rope becomes a bridge for profound intimacy between people
• ✨ The transformative power of conscious presence and mindful touch
• ✨ How physical restriction can create mental and emotional freedom
• ✨ The art of boundaries – both setting and respecting them
• ✨ What it means to trust and be trusted on the deepest level
• ✨ The silent power that emerges when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable

This isn’t about tricks or techniques – it’s about transformation. 🦋

Have You Ever Wondered What It Would Feel Like to COMPLETELY Let Go?

Maybe you’ve been curious about shibari but didn’t know where to start. Perhaps you’ve seen beautiful rope photography and wondered “Could I ever create experiences like that?” Or maybe you’re tired of surface-level connections and you’re HUNGRY for something real, something that touches your soul.

The Shibari Bootcamp is where your journey begins. ✨

What Happens in This Half-Day Journey:

• ✅ Foundation Philosophy: Understanding shibari as a philosophy, not just techniques
• ✅ Essential Safety: Building the knowledge to practice confidently and safely
• ✅ Technical Essentials: Master the fundamentals needed for creating deep experiences
• ✅ Connection Focus: Learning how rope becomes a conduit for profound intimacy
• ✅ Both Roles: Every participant practices as both giver AND receiver

Perfect For:

• 🌱 Absolute beginners with zero rope experience
• 🌱 Singles – no partner required
• 🌱 Couples wanting to explore together in a supportive group
• 🌱 Anyone seeking authentic human connection beyond the superficial

Language: The Shibari Bootcamp groups take place in Dutch, unless otherwise stated. For a private bootcamp in English, see our Private Teaching section.

Feeling That SPARK During Your First Workshop… But Struggling to Keep It Alive at Home?

You learned the basics, went home EXCITED with your new rope… but without regular practice and community support, those magical moments from the workshop started feeling like distant memories. Sound familiar?

The gap between “I learned this once” and “I can create profound experiences” – that’s where most people get stuck. 🌊

This is where the REAL magic happens

Shibari Connect Nights aren’t just practice sessions. They’re where you build the CONFIDENCE and COMMUNITY that transforms occasional rope play into a profound practice that enriches your life.

Each Evening Includes:

19:00-20:30: FOCUSED TEACHING

• ✅ Independent lessons suitable for recent bootcamp graduates
• ✅ Each session explores different aspects of shibari practice
• ✅ Building a broad foundation and expanding your toolbox

20:30-22:00: COMMUNITY ROPE JAM

• ✅ Safe practice space with guidance available

Season Pass – Community Membership

You’re welcome to try out at any Connect Night by simply registering. Want to get all the benefits of our community? Get a season pass!

• ✅ Unlimited access to all Connect Nights in both cities during the season 
• ✅ Repeat Bootcamp for no added cost
  ✅ Experiment with what you’ve learned
• ✅ Connect with fellow enthusiasts
• ✅ Find partners for practicing together between the classes

Who Thrives Here:

• ⭐️ Bootcamp graduates ready for ongoing development
• ⭐️ Solo enthusiasts seeking community and practice partners
• ⭐️ Couples wanting to deepen their practice alongside others
• ⭐️ Anyone committed to CONSISTENT GROWTH rather than one-off experiences

Language: Connect Nights are conducted in Dutch by default, but teaching and instructions will be provided in English when non-Dutch speakers attend.

The Transformation You Can Expect:

🌱 After three months: Your hands know the basics instinctively, confidence is growing
🌿 After six months: You have a solid toolbox and can create varied, meaningful experiences

This isn’t just about learning rope techniques – it’s about joining COMMUNITIES of growth-minded people who support each other’s journey. 💫

Meet Sam – Your Guide on This Journey

Since 2023, I’ve had the privilege of guiding MORE THAN 200 SATISFIED STUDENTS through their shibari journey. Our Bootcamp has SOLD OUT 7 TIMES in the past 18 months – and there’s a reason for that enthusiasm!

As someone who has personally experienced the LIFE-CHANGING POWER of authentic surrender and connection, I’m passionate about creating spaces where others can discover these profound experiences safely.

Want to know what all the FUSS is about? Read what some of those participants have to say on Hipsy, or simply COME FIND OUT for yourself! 🌟

Our Philosophy:

• ⭐️ Connection over complexity – simple ties with full presence create profound experiences
• ⭐️ Safety creates freedom – strict protocols allow deeper surrender
• ⭐️ Community amplifies growth – we learn faster and go deeper together
• ⭐️ Every BODY welcome – all identities, orientations, and experience levels valued
• ⭐️ Deep intimacy through connection – rope as a bridge to authentic closeness

Ready to Begin ?

The Question Isn’t Whether You’re “Ready” – It’s Whether You’re WILLING to Discover What’s Possible

That curiosity you feel about shibari? That pull toward deeper connection? That’s your body telling you something IMPORTANT. It’s saying you’re ready for more than surface-level interactions. You’re ready for the kind of connection that changes you.

Learning shibari is little about learning techniques. It’s about building the qualities of being fully present, being able to focus your attention to your partner and carry someone else in your presence. It’s about beginning to embody these qualities and letting them transform the way you show up in your relationships to others.  

Your journey starts with a single step.

Never tried shibari? Your path begins with our welcoming Bootcamp.

Ready to go deeper? Join our Connect Nights and watch your practice – and your life – transform.

Don’t Wait for “Perfect” Timing – It Doesn’t Exist

The people who transform their lives through shibari aren’t the ones who wait for perfect circumstances. They’re the ones who feel the call and ACT on it.

Out community is waiting. Your transformation is waiting.

The only question is: Are you ready to say YES to yourself? 🌟

Want the FULL ATTENTION and PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE for Your Shibari Journey?

Sometimes group workshops don’t fit your schedule, or maybe you prefer learning in a more INTIMATE SETTING with your partner or close friends or you want teaching in English. Perhaps you have SPECIFIC QUESTIONS or want to progress at your own pace without the dynamics of a larger group.

Private Shibari Classes offer you the ultimate in personalized learning. ✨

Sam offers you a shortened format bootcamp (3 hours) for your first contact with Shibari or private classes according to your level (up to level 3).

Practical Details:

• ✅ €130 per hour (absolute beginners: 3-hour minimum booking)
• ✅ Up to 4 students included in base price.  (Larger Groups: Contact for a quote)
• ✅ Practice Partner Required. Don’t have a partner? We can provide one for an additional €100/hour

Ready to create your PRIVATE SHIBARI EXPERIENCE? Write me via WhatsApp!