
Complete ! - May Dosem at Atelier Mae - D2: Afternoon around self-bondage
Sun, 28 Jan
|Atelier Mae
An afternoon to tie yourself on the ground and try out the basic principles of self-suspension!


Time & Location
28 Jan 2024, 13:30 – 18:00
Atelier Mae, 22 rue Grandgagnage, Namur, Belgium
About the event
About
An afternoon to tie yourself on the ground and try out the basic principles of self-suspension!
The practice of shibari on oneself, often called “self bondage” or simply “self” has its importance in the world of ropes and some have made it a specialty with its rules and its world of play in solo. We all experience it when we tie our first knots and as we learn, the self can remain very useful to progress without a partner. But it is also a practice that allows you to explore the various sensations linked to the ropes on your own body, at your own pace and in control.
The program
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. // basics of self bondage on the floor
- Learning the single column-tie, sometimes called the “basic knot” of shibari
- Basic principles of using ropes in self bondage: familiarization with handling the rope, discovery of the sensations it can provide and learning some simple construction principles.
Prerequisites:
- None, complete novices are welcome
Prices and registration:Please note, registration is required via our ticket office!
Standard: €20 per person
Solidarity: €15 per person
!! FULL BOOKED!! - 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. // self bondage and introduction to self suspension
- Floor exercises - review of basic self-construction techniques and overview of how to add the notions of constraint, movement and letting go.
- Discussion on safety practices when self-tying: important questions to ask yourself when self-tying.
- Learning about a harness and initiation to managing suspension lines: Everyone will learn how to attach a pelvic harness and/or a chest harness allowing self-suspension, you will then be invited to test it in suspension while being accompanied on a case-by-case basis depending on your level. During this practice time, collaboration between participants will be welcome to strengthen everyone's safety and explore great dynamics of mutual aid and connection.
Prerequisites:
- Know the single column tie. If you are a novice, participating in the “basics of self bondage on the ground” workshop will allow you to participate.
Prices and registration:Please note, registration is required via our ticket office!
Standard price: €30 per person;
Solidarity rate: €20 per person;
The speaker
The workshop will be led by May dosem (she).
She has been practicing shibari since 2015 and has been a teacher and performer for almost as long! Self bondage took a full place in her practice about two years ago, out of a desire for creative and autonomous expression via the ropes and also out of a need to be tied while controlling her sensations. Transmitting this possibility is particularly close to his heart today!
Find her on her website as well as on her Instagram page.
Outfit and equipment
- To be comfortable during these two classes, an outfit in which you feel good and in which you are free to move is essential. Remember to take a little sweater!
- Your set of three ropes minimum + scissors or rope cutters. Some loaner ropes and rope cutters will be made available to supplement if necessary.
Catering card-
Throughout the afternoon, certified homemade, organic and local sweet and savory snacks (some of which are vegan) will be offered to you, accompanied by tea and infusions.
Tickets
Course access tickets
Access ticket for one person to the second day ofshibari - Self bondage workshop. Catering Tickets are per person.
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