Rope for Absolute Beginners

Quick Info

When: 23. November 2026, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Where:

KARA

Format: workshop

Who can join:

LGBTQIA+ & Friends

Constellation: solo, paired, groups - all constellations welcome (everyone needs a ticket)

Language: English

Questions:
Message us via info@karada-house.de

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Tickets

If our reduced tickets (low income & hardship) are sold out or still too expensive, write to info@karada-house.de. No one's left behind.

Welcome to the world of Japanese style rope bondage, friend! It’s wild and fun out here and we are thrilled to be your point of entry.

This weekly class is designed for anyone who would like to learn about Japanese-inspired rope bondage/shibari/kinbaku whether you see yourself in the role of the person tying or being tied. We firmly believe that everyone, even if you wish to be tied, should know the absolute basics of this craft.

What we do

We talk about what the heck is Japanese inspired rope bondage and why we call it “inspired”.

We show you the tools are we using and tell you why they are designed the way they are.

We talk about why people love to tie/get tied and what happens if you tie/get tied?

We show you the fundamental principles of shibari and first techniques you can immediately use

We talk about the history of shibari, give you pointers on anatomy, psychology and safety

We will tie ourselves, other people (if you and they want to) and actually take time to try stuff out and play, play, play

This class is suited for

all kinds of bodies (abled and non-abled), all gender expressions, all kinds of sexualities (including people on the ace-spectrum), all kind of brains (neurospicy or neurotypical, affected by trauma, etc.)

people coming solo or bringing a partner (or group), people who only want to tie their own bodies as well as people who want to tie/get tied by others

Facilitator

Renée de Sans
(she/her)

Renée is a visual artist whose work focuses on the body as a site of narrative, emotion, and presence. She explores identity, gender, and vulnerability, drawing on her experience as a trans femme. Her practice combines aesthetic precision with attunement to sensation and emotional nuance, transforming personal and shared vulnerability into moments of connection and resonance.
In her rope work, she...

Learn More

http://www.renedesans.net

More Information

Do I need to bring ropes?
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You do not need to bring any ropes as we will provide workshop ropes for you. You can also spontaneously come by on the day and purchase a ticket online right up to the beginning of the class if there is space left.

When should I arrive?
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The class starts at 7 pm sharp. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier so we can process your ticket and welcome you. Once the class has started we do not allow entry. You cannot transfer your ticket to another week. If you are not sure you can come, please purchase your ticket on the day as soon as you are absolutely sure you can make it.

What happens next?
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If you like what you are being taught, we recommend practicing a little bit so you can start to develop some muscle memory. Once you feel ready to explore more, you are very welcome to our Rope School!

Who is this event for?
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LGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity, meaning: lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer/fluid, queer, intersex, asexual, aromantic, agender.

Friends describe people of any and all kinds of gender and sexual identities who are aware and respectful of the necessity, needs, and boundaries of a queer space and its marginalized community.

When you consider yourself a friend you show acknowledgement to and are respectful of everyone's self-expression and do not assume, presume or project non-consensual ideas onto others. You actively request and use people's chosen pronouns. You remain mindful of the fact that Karada House is first and foremost a space for queer people that you are also invited to attend. You have a genuine concern for the well-being of LGBTQIA+ people and remain in awareness of heterosexual and gender-straight privileges.

Friends don't have to be perfect. None of us are. We request that we all proactively work and strive to be good friends and allies to marginalized people.

What kind of accessibility can I expect/should I be aware of?
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Ground floor location with 3 steps at the entrance – a wheelchair ramp is always available

A bell on ground level for people who need support with the stairs is available

Accessible bathroom and no thresholds throughout the space

Parking directly in front (please message if you want to use the spot)

Chair seating, cushions, mats, couches available

Fidget toys, visual clocks, quiet areas to retreat to available

Psychological first aid tools available

Workshop is held in spoken English, German available upon request

Karada House is a sober space

Please do not wear perfume

Need more support? Message us at info@karada-house.de

What about the space's hygiene and safety rules regulations?
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Please do not attend if you are feeling sick.

The indoor areas will be constantly aired and two HEPA-14 filters will be running the entire time. We also have outdoor areas that are open during warmer days when it is not raining.

We provide hand and surface disinfectant, please make ample use of it.

All appliances, surfaces, blankets, etc. will be disinfected on a regular basis and before and after every class. Blankets, towels, etc. will be washed after every use.

For workshops that require a partner, we encourage you to bring a person from your household, safe(r) Covid-19-bubble, etc. Working with someone you do not know is possible but at your own risk.

We reserve the right to carry out mandatory Covid tests for large events. In case of testing positive you cannot enter the event and we need to ask you to leave for the sake of safety for the other participants.

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