Kinbaku Workshops
International Rope Workshops — Designed for Hosting Venues with Contemporary Audiences
Are you looking to bring high-quality Kinbaku instruction to your space? We offer a curated series of Japanese rope bondage workshops for couples, developed with care, precision, and a deep respect for the tradition we stand in.
Rooted in the aesthetics of the art of Semenawa by Akira Naka, our work emphasizes emotional intensity, technical clarity, and intimate connection between partners.
Our teaching is aimed at dedicated learners — from beginners to advanced — who are ready to explore not only rope technique, but the silent tension that lies beneath.
We collaborate with rope studios, BDSM venues, conscious kink spaces, and underground art festivals to bring meaningful, high‑impact experiences to their communities.
Meet the Artists Behind the Rope
We are Alexander and Natasha, partners in rope and in life, sharing Japanese Rope Bondage as both a somatic practice and a poetic form of connection. Together we have developed a workshop language that is emotionally intelligent, technically solid, and artistically informed. Our teaching draws from years of mentorship under European and Japanese masters, as well as our own practice as performers and educators.
Natasha, the author of “Somatics for Rope Bottoms” with her extensive experience in bodywork and consent education, can respond to the needs and interests of the model.
Our work bridges the gap between tradition and innovation, discipline and playfulness, and ritual and intimacy.
Recognized. Reliable. Rope Artists.
- International teaching experience across Europe and North America
- A focus on couples, intimacy, polarity, and shared exploration
- Sustainable safety and consent‑centred teaching
- Known for our rigorous attention to safety and technical detail
- Workshop formats that are both practical and poetic, suited for serious students and aesthetic explorers alike
- We don’t just teach technique – we invite transformation.
We teach in English and work with local assistants when needed.
Workshop Catalogue
All workshops are designed for couples (of all gender, age (above 18!) and relationship constellation) and are offered as stand-alone events or in modular progression. Hosts can select according to audience level, format, and available time.
Shibari for Beginners
From Zero to Patterns and Play (2-Day Workshop)
A hands-on introduction of all fundamental couples new to rope need to safely enjoy intimacy in rope bondage. Focus on safety, communication, rope handling, and the first pattern to be applied for play. Perfect for those just starting out or refining basics with precision and style.
Playful & Shameful
More sexy positions on the Floor & at Hashira (2-Day Workshop)
For advanced beginners to explore playful torment, control, and power exchange — on the floor and against the upright pole (hashira). Learn to design scenes that blend suffering and seduction.
Adding Gravity
Intro to Suspension (1-Day Workshop)
For beginners to transitioning from floor to (semi)suspension. Learn the structural elements and risk awareness needed to safely introduce gravity into your play. Solid harnesses, line management, and sustainable loading.
All About the Gote
The Iconic Hands-Behind-the-Back Tie (1-Day Workshop)
An in-depth exploration of one of the most essential and symbolic ties in traditional Japanese rope bondage: the stemless Gote (TK). We guide you step-by-step toward building a solid, adaptive Gote, refining structure, tension, and body awareness — while learning to respond to your partner’s shape, energy, and intention.
Semenawa I (Introduction)
Creating Impactful Positions (2-Day Workshop)
Designing positions that challenge and shape the bottom’s emotional and physical state for deepening trust, power exchange, and emotional intensity. Focus on precision, tension, and intention.
Semenawa II (Intermediate)
Adding Gravity and Flow (2-Day Workshop)
Elevate floor ties into dynamic sequences. Integrate suspension elements and movement while maintaining emotional tone, rhythm, and safety.
Semenawa III (Advanced)
Bodies Under Pressure (2-Day Workshop)
Tools and Strategies to Challenge a Body on an advanced level. Explore suffering, endurance, and emotional transformation in Semenawa.
🔒 Requires prior suspension experience.
Hashira Advanced
Another Dimension of Challenge (1–2 Days)
Utilizing the upright pole (hashira) for ties that evoke exposure, vulnerability, and pressure. An intense technical and emotional journey.
🔒 Requires prior suspension experience.
Masterclass: Ichi-go Ichi-e
Kinbaku as Emotional Bodywork (2-Day Workshop)
A deep dive into presence, intention, and the subtleties of emotional connection.
We introduce traditional Japanese concepts such as: Ma (space, pause, void), Mu-ga (empty mind), Musubi (binding, connection, creation) …to elevate your Kinbaku from form to experience.
Masterclass: Kinbaku as Ritual
Polarity, Narrative, and Performance
Kinbaku as transformative somatic practice, harnessing theatricality and storytelling. Ideal for performance artists and those interested in integrating Kinbaku into visual or stage work.
What other’s say…
Warm and cozy place, superfriendly, welcoming and caring people, great workshops where you learn a lot more about Kinbaku than just patterns. If you wanna study Naka Style / Semenawa in Berlin, this is the place to be. Highly recommended also for bottoms!
Nadine
One of the best places in Berlin fo study Kinbaku at, great teachers ,cozy yet kinky atmosphere and a lot of knowledge and passion to ropes and human connection. Suitable for both beginners and advanced rope lovers.
Daniela
Amazing location, professional workshops and teaching, full of events on a side (practice, side lesson, drawing). I can just recommend Discover Kinbaku.
Fabio
Amazing workshops with an excellent team and impeccable teaching capacities. I have learnt a lot from all of my visits to the studio and definitely recommend them to anyone who is serious about ropes. I would also like to add that this space, including their jam, was so far one of the most queer and women* friendly open rope spaces in Berlin.
Merve
Great atmosphere, organization, and transfer of skills. Highly recommended.
Indra
Well-structured teaching and a lovely venue, I really enjoyed the workshop of these kinbaku wizards
Reversa
Nice workshops.....relaxed, friendly, and good handcraft skills....well structured Naka-style-shibari...
Florian
I really enjoy their teaching style: Inclusive, specific and practical, inviting reflection and willing to reflect and learn which makes for great teachers, great communication, very warm and inviting atmosphere.
Katharina
Always a very warm and good atmosphere. And a lot to learn.
Dirk
A beautiful place and beautiful people, I always had deep experiences with them and the quality of teaching is really high. What I had during the workshops and the meeting there was not only techniques teaching but also the possibility to live my emotions and share them without feeling any kind of shame or feeling judged. Highly recommend for any kind of level. See you there!
XaNa
In a warm and welcoming atmosphere, you get to improve your rope skills. The teaching is very well balanced between technique, feeling, body awareness, safety and playfulness. Lessons are well structured and there is even a handout to remember keypoints and harnesses 🙂 To sum up, you'll learn loads and have fun at the same time - highly recommend it.
Fee
Very thorough classes with a good energy in teaching and communication. Thank You again.
Wojtek
A very nice and cozy place, the team taking care of it is awesome and welcoming. The room where you practice is very Japanese looking and really ads up to the experience. Great professionals and workshops a must go to place.
Pedro
A beautiful and special place. The workshops at Discover Kinbaku are no shallow or chaotic fast food, but well thought-of concepts with a learning theory behind it, which doesn't only cover knots and patterns, but e.g. also interpersonal dynamics, communication and the side of the rope bottoms. All in a respectful, welcoming and open atmosphere, and the team has a lot of valuable experience to share. Would love to attend more classes in the future!
Mari
Additional Information and Options
We provide:
- A full hosting packet (curriculum, technical rider, availability, pricing)
- Visual assets and copy for your promotion
- Optional Kinbaku Live Performance
- Kinbaku Salon, Talks or Panel Discussions
All formats can be adapted to your space, audience, and technical requirements.
Ready to Collaborate?
We are now booking for 2026 and beyond, with a focus on:
- Rope studios and dedicated dojos
- BDSM venues with a serious education program
- Alternative art festivals seeking deep, experiential offerings
Reach out to receive our Info Pack and explore available dates.
Get in touch per Email, or reach out on Instagram. We’re excited to hear from you!