Jute is the material most commonly used for Kinbaku and the one we recommend to most practitioners. Jute ropes are available in many different qualities, diameters and finishes. Natural, uncoloured jute offers an excellent balance between strength, handling and feel on the skin, making it our preferred choice for both learning and long term practice. Jute does have one disadvantage.

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Surrender to the flow

Alexander brings more than fifteen years of Kinbaku practice to every encounter, combining technical mastery with careful attention, sensitivity and ethical integrity. Rather than following a script, he responds to the person in his ropes, allowing each experience to unfold through your reactions, communication and what emerges for you in the moment.

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