Workshop numbers are strictly limited to ensure that class sizes are large enough for a bit of conversation, laughter and fun, and yet small enough that everyone gets one-on-one teaching and you won’t get lost at the back of the group.
Each workshop lasts 6 hours. We’ll work through a broad workshop outline, but we’re much more interested in ensuring you walk away with something you can use, rather than simply ticking boxes on a syllabus. Hence, if we need to spend longer on a particular bind, or if you want to hang around later to find out about this or that, we have the flexibility to do that.
During the workshop everyone will take turns to tie and be tied as part of the learning process. We believe this is an integral and necessary step in both learning Shibari, and practicing it safely as it ensures that everyone involved in a Shibari session understands what is happening. We understand that some people have no interest in being tied, and if this is an insurmountable obstacle for you please get in touch before booking a place.
Each workshop runs from 12 noon to 6pm, including breaks for tea and lunch.The next workshops with availability are:
- Saturday 17th September – Beginners – Find out more >>
Workshop places cost £49 per person. A light lunch and tea and coffee are included in the price.
There are a limited number of concessionary places at £34, reserved for those with lower incomes. Please only take a concessionary place if you need to, as they are limited in number.
Please use the link below to book places.
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“It was a really relaxed environment at The Pot, lots of lovely people, a skilled and friendly trainer who let people work at their own speed and making new discoveries along the way.”
“I enjoyed the comfortable and quite intimate atmosphere. I thought the level of interaction between Santi and each individual was good, felt like everyone got attention and told if they were doing it right, or assistance if they were confused, without the group being left unattended.”
“It was exactly what I expected in that I expected to learn new things, and I did. It was also a lot more than I expected, I made friends and felt totally supported all day.”
“It was warmer and friendlier than I expected, it felt very safe and inclusive.”
About Santi
Santi has been studying ropecraft for the past 25 years, from historical decorative maritime and traditional Chinese knotwork through to industrial rigging and even rope-based wushu weapons. It was only a matter of time before he started tying people up, and he has been teaching Shibari workshops in the UK, US and Spain for the past 5 years.
For more information, or if you have any questions at all, contact Santi: thebeardedone [at] gmail [dot] com
