Frequently Asked Questions:
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On this page you will find answers to frequently asked questions.
regarding our Workshops, coaching sessions, bondage meetups or private sessions.
If you can't find the answer you're looking for here,
Feel free to ask your question directly to us via email.
General FAQ:
Is participation in your offers only possible as a couple, or can I also visit you alone?
You can also participate in the FESSELTREFF (a meeting of people who have bound their bodies to the ground) alone.
We also offer some courses (Kickstart) for individuals.
As a rule, participation in our WORKSHOPS and MODULAR COURSES etc. requires being in pairs, i.e., bringing a (rope) partner.
(clear role model, no switch)
The SakuraRope InfoChannel (Telegram group) offers the opportunity to connect with others seeking rope partnerships. This channel is for everything related to SakuraRope and Zendo events, including finding rope partners. Please note, however, that this is not a general meetup group, but rather a group specifically for those seeking partners for SakuraRope events.
COVERN: If you would like to meet for the first time within our space, please feel free to let us know so that someone can check on you regularly to make sure that everything is okay and that you feel safe.
...for bondage, comfortable/stretchy clothing is best, and you should both feel comfortable in it. For the passive partner, it's best to wear tight-fitting clothing, and if you're perceived as a feminine model, avoid underwire bras.
Yoga or sportswear have become established as ideal.
For classes and workshops, you should wear comfortable and flexible clothing suitable for moving around and sitting on the floor. Jeans, belts, and underwire bras are not recommended, and very loose or bulky clothing can sometimes be difficult to restrain. The studio is a shoe-free space, so for the theory sessions, and especially during the winter months, it can be helpful to bring comfortable, warm socks.
It can be advantageous to have something to keep warm, such as a blanket, before and after tying someone up.
Wenn Du/ Ihr kein eigenes Seil besitzt, können für Anfängerkurse oder Fesseltreffen (nur für Floorties) Seile unterschiedlicher Herstellen und Materials ausgeliehen werden.
For advanced courses or any type of suspension, participants must bring their own rope and other equipment.
Is there anything else I should bring?
For classes and bondage meetups, please bring a mat or pad. Yoga or exercise mats are ideal. A blanket can also be helpful as an additional layer. A cushion can also make sitting on the floor more comfortable.
Drinks and snacks are included in lessons and courses/workshops.
They are also available for the bondage meet-up for a small donation to cover expenses.
No - Participation is only possible after prior registration or confirmation or appointment scheduling.
Do I need experience in bondage?
Not at all!
Our bondage meetups are specifically designed to give both beginners and advanced participants the opportunity to learn new things. We offer workshops where the basics can be learned.
What safety precautions are important?
Sicherheit und Einvernehmlichkeit hat bei uns oberste Priorität! Wir empfehlen, klare Absprachen nach dem FRIES Konsent Model zu treffen. Außerdem informieren wir in unserem RopExchange unsere Teilnehmer über Grundkenntnisse der Sicherheit beim Fesseln und den verantwortungsvollen Umgang miteinander.
Unsere Hängepunkte sind statisch geprüft und das genutzte Equipment wird immer pfleglich behandelt sowie regelmässig erneuert.
Are there any costs associated with participation?
You can find the costs in the respective tender.
Entry times: Can I arrive earlier or later?
Für Unterricht, Kurse & Workshops ist ein Einlass ab 15 Minuten vor Veranstaltungsbeginn möglich.
Ein vorzeitiger Einlass ist nicht möglich und die Klingel ist abgeschalten um den vorherigen Unterricht nicht zu stören! Ausnahmen können im vorraus entsprechend vereinbart werden!
Late entry to classes and workshops is not possible and the full amount is due according to §7 of our terms and conditions!
Waiting list - Do I still have a chance to participate?
#Warteliste beudeutet, dass wir zu diesem Event die maximale Gästeanzahl erreicht haben und aus diesem Grund Bestätigungen von Anmeldungen, aktuell nur nach Stornierungen möglich sind. Unserer Erfahrung zeigt jedoch, dass es immer wieder zu Rücktritten kommt, gerade wenn die Erkältungswelle präsent ist. Daher empfehlen wir Euch, dennoch auf der Warteliste Platz zu nehmen. So habt ihr die Möglichkeit, im Falle einer freien Kapazität kurzfristig einen Platz zu ergattern. Einfach Geduld haben!!!
Please understand that we also pay attention to maintaining a balanced ratio.
Thank you!
Why is it taking so long to process my request/registration?
Die Bearbeitung eurer Anfragen kann sich gelegentlich etwas verzögern, da wir alles persönlich und mit viel Sorgfalt organisieren. Uns ist wichtig, jeder Anfrage die Aufmerksamkeit zu geben, die sie verdient – statt standardisierter Abläufe setzen wir auf echte, individuelle Begleitung.
We run Sakura Rope as a side business alongside our full-time jobs. This allows us to work with heart, calm, and passion – without pressure, but with a focus on quality.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Both help us to treat you in the way we believe is right: attentively, responsibly, and personally.
FAQ Bondage Meetup:
What is a bondage meet-up?
Ein Fesseltreff ist ein Begegnungstreffen und Erfahrungsraum, ähnlich eines (Play-) Stammtisches, an dem Menschen mit einem gemeinsamen Interesse an Fesseln und Bondage zusammenkommen. Hier können sich Gleichgesinnte austauschen, finden Platz und Zeit für Seilübungen, Spiele und Geselligkeit ohne formellen Unterricht oder Programm und können neue Erfahrungen sammeln – in einer sicheren und respektvollen Umgebung.
To accommodate these different types of participation, please keep the noise level low (with the exception of the natural sounds that occur in response to the rope game, which are welcome). Please limit conversations to the lounge area and loud talking to the hallway.
What can I expect from a bondage meetup?
Freu Dich/ Freut euch auf eine offene und freundliche Atmosphäre, in der neue Kontakte geknüpft werden, spannende Fesselungen entdeckt und ein offener Austausch geführt wird – jeder kommt auf seine Kosten!
Anyone interested in restraints or bondage is welcome! Whether beginner or experienced practitioner, our meetings offer a space for everyone who wants to learn more about this exciting topic.
Du bist uns als Einzelperson genauso willkommen wie als Paar oder mit einem Freund!
It's always nice to bring someone along to explore the world of bondage together – but a bondage partner isn't required to participate. Often, people find each other on-site if you ask nicely. Of course, you're under no obligation by dropping by, so make yourselves comfortable and enjoy the evening.
Do I need experience in bondage?
No, not at all! Our bondage meetups are specifically designed to give both beginners and advanced participants the opportunity to discover new things. We offer workshops where you can learn the basics.
How often do bondage meetups take place?
Our bondage meetups take place regularly, usually on the last Saturday of each month. You can find the exact dates on our website.
Are there any costs associated with participation?
Der Invest für den Fesseltreff liegt bei 20,-€ pro Person.
If you would like to participate in the RopExchange, there will be an additional charge of €5 per person.
Snacks sind inklusive und für die Getränke wird ein Unkostenbeitrag in Form einer Spendenkasse erhoben.
Die Kleidung für Fesseltreffen und Partys kann vielfältiger sein. Manche Menschen entscheiden sich für einfache und bequeme Kleidung, andere ziehen es vor, sich etwas schicker zu kleiden, während wieder andere Lingerie oder sehr knappe Kleidung bevorzugen. All dies ist willkommen, nichts davon wird erwartet oder verlangt.
...for bondage, comfortable/stretchy clothing is suitable, and you should feel comfortable in it. Yoga or sportswear has proven ideal.
Entry times: Can I arrive/appear earlier?
RopExchange:
Einlass 18.15 bis 18.30 Uhr
Fesseltreff:
Doors open from 7:30 pm to 8 pm
Early entry is not possible and the doorbell is switched off, as we are busy with organizational matters until the last minute to ensure a great experience for you!
Late entry to the RopExchange is not possible, and we ask you to wait for entry to the bondage meet-up. If you are going to be late for the bondage meet-up, please contact us in good time to coordinate a separate entry and not disrupt the event.
What safety precautions are important?
Sicherheit und Einvernehmlichkeit hat bei uns oberste Priorität! Wir empfehlen, klare Absprachen nach dem FRIES Konsent Model zu treffen. Außerdem informieren wir in unserem RopExchange unsere Teilnehmer über Grundkenntnisse der Sicherheit beim Fesseln und den verantwortungsvollen Umgang miteinander.
Unsere Hängepunkte sind statisch geprüft und das genutzte Equipment wird immer pfleglich behandelt sowie regelmässig erneuert.
FAQ General - Workshops & Instruction:
Who are your workshops suitable for?
Our workshops are primarily aimed at couples. You don't need to be in a committed relationship to participate together. Mutual agreement, openness, and a willingness to take responsibility for yourselves are essential.
Die Teilnahme ist unabhängig von Geschlecht, Beziehungskonstellation oder Vorerfahrung möglich.
Our spaces are open to queer identities, diverse bodies, age groups, and neurodiverse people. Diversity is a given for us.
Many formats are suitable for beginners, while others require basic knowledge. The specific announcement will give you guidance.
No, not for our entry-level formats.
Wir führen Schritt für Schritt in Technik, Haltung, Kommunikation und Sicherheitsaspekte ein.
Fortgeschrittene Workshops bauen auf vorhandenen Kenntnissen auf. Wenn bestimmte Techniken sicher beherrscht werden sollten, weisen wir in der jeweiligen Ausschreibung darauf hin.
Uns ist wichtig: Niemand muss „perfekt“ sein. Lernen darf bei uns nachvollziehbar, ruhig und im eigenen Tempo geschehen.
What can I expect from a workshop, course, or individual lesson?
In all our teaching formats, we combine technology with body awareness, communication, and responsibility.
Technik ist die Basis – aber sie steht nicht isoliert. Es geht nicht nur um „Knoten lernen“, sondern um Präsenz, Kontakt und einen bewussten Umgang miteinander.
We teach in a structured and comprehensible way, with plenty of time for questions. At the same time, we ensure an atmosphere where learning at your own pace is possible.
How does individual tuition work?
Private lessons are tailored to your individual needs. We'll discuss your wishes, experience level, and goals beforehand – whether it's refining your technique, improving safety, enhancing dynamics, or focusing on specific topics. We'll schedule appointments flexibly.
Experience has shown that sessions of three to four hours are useful in order to really delve into the subject in depth.
How large are the groups?
We deliberately work with small groups.
So können wir individuell begleiten, korrigieren und auf Fragen eingehen. Qualität und Sicherheit gehen für uns vor Gruppengröße.
A workshop begins with a joint question and answer session: prior knowledge, open questions from the last lesson, etc.
This is followed by demonstrations and step-by-step instructions. We explain techniques clearly and break them down into manageable learning units. Afterwards, you practice at your own pace while we provide guidance, corrections, and answer questions.
Es gibt Raum für Pausen, Austausch und Integration.
We make sure that learning does not happen under pressure, but rather through attention and presence.
Je nach Format kann es zudem Reflexionsphasen oder kurze Impulse zu Kommunikation und Dynamik geben.
How much does a workshop or individual lesson cost?
Prices vary depending on the format and duration.
You can find all current costs directly in the respective tender.
Bei Fragen zu individuellen Settings oder längerer Begleitung schreibt uns gern – wir klären das transparent im Vorfeld.
Der Einzelunterricht liegt bei einem Invest von 75,-€/ Std.
🪢 We usually provide ropes for beginner workshops. If you have your own ropes, you are of course welcome to bring them.
Für fortgeschrittene Formate ist eigenes Material notwendig – auch das findet ihr in der jeweiligen Beschreibung.
How important is security to you?
Very.
Safety, consent, and communication are the foundation of our work. We teach not only technology, but also responsibility – for yourselves and for each other.
Wir behalten uns vor, Teilnehmer*innen auszuschließen, wenn grundlegende Haltungen von Respekt und Konsens nicht mitgetragen werden.
In which language do you teach?
Der Gruppenunterricht findet in der Regel auf Deutsch statt.
Private lessons are also available in English.
How does the registration process work?
✔️ Für eure Anmeldung nutzt bitte das entsprechende Anmeldeformular.
Since we run Sakura Rope alongside our full-time jobs, it may sometimes take a little while to reply – however, we will get back to you reliably and personally.
Is there a protected environment?
🚀 Yes.
Wir verstehen unsere Workshops als achtsamen Lernraum. Diskretion, respektvolles Miteinander und die Freiheit, eigene Grenzen zu wahren, sind für uns selbstverständlich.
Queer identities, diverse relationship styles, and neurodiversity are welcome.
FAQ Seilschnuppern:
PRICING 'Rope Taster'
Regular-Ticket: 85,-€
Supporter-Ticket: 110,-€
Community-Ticket: 60,-€
- All prices include VAT.
What do the different prices mean?!
We see our events as an opportunity to engage responsibly with (risky) kinky games, rather than relying on the often incomplete or trivializing material found on the World Wide Web. We therefore strive to maintain a balance between affordable prices and fair compensation for everyone involved (instructors, etc.). For this reason, we have chosen a pricing model that aims to provide access to high-quality knowledge for as many people as possible.
The price for the REGULAR ticket covers the costs.
With the COMMUNITY ticket, we want to give people with a low(er) income, i.e., low-income earners, the opportunity to attend our events.
Gutverdienende Menschen laden wir herzlich dazu ein, andere mit dem SUPPORTER-Ticket durch einen höheren Beitrag zu unterstützen. Damit können wir gemeinsam Menschen mit stark begrenzten finanziellen Mitteln helfen und ihnen die Teilnahme an unserem Angebot ermöglichen.
Für jedes verkaufte Supporter-Ticket wird ein Community-Ticket ermöglicht. Wir bedanken uns in diesem Sinne schon im Voraus für Eure Solidarität.
(The first Community Ticket is funded by SakuraRope.)
Wir vertrauen auf unsere achtsame Commuity, wähle Deinen Ticketpreis daher nach Selbsteinschätzung.
*Ich kann mir das Ticket nicht leisten, würde aber gerne mitmachen. Was mache ich?
>> Don't hesitate to send us a message via mail@sakura-rope.de. We'll see what we can do. There are usually options available, such as smaller installment payments.
Why should I participate in the 'rope taster'?
👉 In short:
The rope taster session is your protected introduction – to the world of ropes and to our way of teaching and guiding.
🌱 Gentle introduction without pressure – our rope taster session is a unique introductory workshop and the ideal way to get started if you want to learn Shibari without any prior knowledge, pressure, or long-term commitment. You'll have a safe, guided environment to find out if rope work is right for you.
Essential knowledge presented in a compact format - you will receive:
👉 eine verständliche Einführung in Materialkunde (z. B. Seilarten & Eigenschaften),
👉 die Basics der Knotentechniken,
👉 a first feeling of security when being tied up.
This lays a solid foundation for all further steps.
Practice instead of just theory
✅ You practice directly under guidance – that means:
haptisches Lernen statt nur zuschauen,
✅You internalize movement sequences and techniques,
✅You receive direct feedback from experienced teachers.
Du gehst also nicht nur mit einer Technik, sondern mit Orientierung nach Hause.
Uns als Lehrende kennenlernen
Vertrauen ist wichtig - Im Seilschnuppern könnt ihr erleben:
🤝 wie wir erklären und anleiten
🤝 how we deliver content
🤝 how we address safety, questions and uncertainties
🤝 what stance we as teachers take
This way you can calmly feel whether our style, our teaching methods and our artistic approach are a good fit for you in the long term.
Experience the space
Unser Raum ist Teil der Erfahrung.
During the rope taster session, you'll get a feel for:
🏠 Atmosphere and setting
🏠 Group size and dynamics
🏠 Umgang miteinander
🏠 Security framework and structure
Many participants choose to take further courses precisely because they feel safe and welcome here.
Der Workshop richtet sich an:
👉 Beginners with no prior knowledge who want to learn Shibari
👉 Paare oder Teams, die gemeinsam erste Erfahrungen sammeln möchten
👉 Interested BDSM players who want to integrate rope into their play.
👉 Curious people who simply want to try something different.
The workshop is designed for participation in pairs – gender, orientation and body shape are irrelevant!
Darüber hinaus ist das Seilschnuppern ideal, um uns als Lehrende und Künstler sowie unseren Raum kennenzulernen. Ihr könnt erleben, wie wir lehren, welche Atmosphäre wir schaffen und wie unser Raum für Übung, Austausch und kreative Praxis gestaltet ist.
🪢 No – no prior experience is necessary for the rope climbing taster session. The workshop is designed so that you can get started properly, even if you've never held a rope before.
You get:
🪢an understandable introduction to materials science (e.g. rope types & properties),
🪢the basics of knot techniques,
🪢 a first feeling of security when being tied up.
This lays a solid foundation for all further steps.
In the rope taster session you will get:
✅ Einführung in die unterschiedlichen Seilarten und deren Wirkung
✅ Basic safety techniques for bondage
✅ Erste einfache Knoten und Fesseltechniken
✅ Practical exercises under guidance
✅ Tips for aesthetic and safe rope handling
✅ Inspiration for communication, closeness and connection during bondage
By the end of the workshop you will have learned a simple restraint technique that is also suitable for use in your own context.
🗓️ Termine werden regelmäßig veröffentlicht. Wenn ein Termin ausgebucht ist, kannst du dich auf die Warteliste oder den Newsletter eintragen, um über neue Termine informiert zu werden.
Alternativ kannst du das Seilschnuppern auch über einen individuellen Termin im 1:1 Setting buchen.
🪢 Seilschnuppern – Einstieg für Paarkonstellationen
Ideal if you want to start as a couple (including rope partnerships, friends) and gain initial experience together.
🚀 Kickstart – Einstieg auch für Einzelpersonen & flexible Teambildung
Der Kickstart öffnet bewusst die Tür für Einzelpersonen, die in die Welt des Seils einsteigen möchten – auch ohne festen Partner:In.
Besonderheiten des Kickstarts:
🪢 Teilnahme ist alleine oder als Paar möglich
🪢 Depending on the group structure, temporary rope teams are formed.
🪢 Structured instructions create security even for new constellations
🪢 stärkerer Theorie-Fokus, um Einzelpersonen gut abzuholen
🪢 klare Grundlagenvermittlung zu Sicherheit, Dynamik und Rollenverständnis
The format creates a protected environment in which even people without a fixed rope relationship can start safely.
👉 Ideal if you want to start alone and are looking for a solid introduction to the world of ropes and the scene.
🪢 NO
Seile unterschiedlicher Materialien stehen vor Ort zur Verfügung, damit du verschiedene Haptiken und Ausführungen ausprobieren kannst.
What should I bring?
👉 Openness and curiosity
👉 Comfortable clothing
👉 Yoga Mat
👉 Blanket (possibly thick socks / shoe-free zone)
👉 Deine Fragen! 🌟
All other materials can be used on site or will be provided. (Drinks and snacks included)
How safe is the workshop?
✔️ Safety is a central component of the workshop. We teach the basics of safety, explain materials science, and guide you through the practice phases in small groups – this allows time for questions and individual support.
🚀 The next step is our modular basic course: Over four fixed dates you will learn technique, safety and structure step by step – thus building a solid foundation sustainably.
Hier geht es nicht nur ums Ausprobieren, sondern um systematisches Lernen, Achtsamkeit und langfristige Entwicklung.
Alternativ könnt ihr auch Privatunterricht wählen, um individuell und in eurem eigenen Tempo zu üben und gezielt an euren Zielen zu arbeiten.
We are looking for a direct entry point for a solid foundation...
🚀 Do you want to do more than just get a taste and build a solid foundation?
Then start directly with our modular basic course: In four fixed dates, it teaches technique, safety and structure step by step, so that you can get started sustainably and confidently in Shibari.
🚀 Or you can opt for our private lessons (1:1 setting) for tailor-made development at your pace and adapted to your calendar and budget.
FAQ Kickstarter:
📍The Shibari Kickstart is an introductory workshop that allows you to dive directly and safely into the world of Japanese-inspired bondage – even without your own rope partner or prior knowledge.
It is aimed at both individuals and couples.
Der Workshop richtet sich an:
🎯 People without rope experience
🎯 Singles who don't want to be dependent on a committed partner
🎯 Couples who want to explore new ways of being close, communicating, and present together
🎯 Curious people who want to experience Shibari not only theoretically, but also practically.
✔️ Vorkenntnisse sind nicht notwendig!
👉 In short:
→ Kickstart also opens the door to solo participants.
→ Seilschnuppern ist ideal, wenn ihr als Paar direkt zusammen starten wollt
🚀 Kickstart – Entry also for individuals & flexible team building
Der Kickstart öffnet bewusst die Tür für Einzelpersonen, die in die Welt des Seils einsteigen möchten – auch ohne festen Partner:In.
Besonderheiten des Kickstarts:
🪢 Teilnahme ist alleine oder als Paar möglich
🪢 Depending on the group structure, temporary rope teams are formed.
🪢 Structured instructions create security even for new constellations
🪢 stärkerer Theorie-Fokus, um Einzelpersonen gut abzuholen
🪢 klare Grundlagenvermittlung zu Sicherheit, Dynamik und Rollenverständnis
🪢 Seilschnuppern – Einstieg für Paarkonstellationen
Ideal if you want to start as a couple (including rope partnerships, friends) and gain initial experience together.
How does the on-site practice process work?
You can learn:
🪢 Alleine an dir selbst üben
🪢 Practice with other participants if you wish.
🪢 Switch roles (rigger ↔ model) if you feel comfortable doing so.
🪢 NO
Seile unterschiedlicher Materialien stehen vor Ort zur Verfügung, damit du verschiedene Haptiken und Ausführungen ausprobieren kannst.
What should I bring?
👉 Openness and curiosity
👉 Comfortable clothing
👉 Yoga Mat
👉 Blanket (possibly thick socks / shoe-free zone)
👉 Deine Fragen! 🌟
All other materials can be used on site or will be provided. (Drinks and snacks included)
FAQ Basic:
📍The Basic Course is our structured introductory series for all those who want to not only try out Shibari, but learn it thoroughly.
Im Unterschied zu einmaligen Einsteigerworkshops ist der Basic Kurs auf mehrere Termine aufgebaut. Die Inhalte greifen ineinander und ermöglichen ein nachhaltiges Verständnis von Technik, Sicherheit und Haltung.
Er eignet sich für Menschen, die Shibari von Grund auf sauber, sicher und nachvollziehbar erlernen möchten.
This course is aimed at:
🎯 Beginners without prior experience
🎯 People who have already attended a taster or kickstart workshop
🎯 ️Paare, die gemeinsam eine stabile Grundlage aufbauen möchten
🎯 ️Einzelpersonen mit fester Übungspartner*in
Since the course is based on continuity, mandatory participation is a prerequisite.
Our spaces are open to queer identities, diverse relationship models, and neurodiverse people. Respect and consensus are essential.
How does the Basic course differ from Kickstart or taster workshops?
👉 In short:
The Basic course is not a "taster" but a conscious learning process with structure and depth.
Basic Course
✔️ Several consecutive appointments
✔️ Systematischer Kompetenzaufbau
✔️ More time for review, integration, and questions
✔️ Sustainable development of technology & safety
Kickstart / Taster workshops
✔️ Individual appointment
✔️ Initial orientation
✔️ Low-threshold entry
✔️ Focus on getting to know each other and providing a basic impulse
What happens if I miss an appointment or cannot attend?
🧩 Our aim is to provide you with a sound and responsible education – this requires continuity. The Basic Course is modular – each module builds on the content of the previous one.
📅 If you are unable to attend a session, it is therefore necessary to make up the corresponding module before you can participate in the next course. This is the only way we can ensure that safety, technical understanding, and group structure are maintained.
The course fee for the booked module must be paid in full regardless of participation.
A missed module can be made up or reviewed through individual tutoring (1:1) at a separately arranged appointment within the timeframe before the next module. An additional fee applies for this.
If several people wish to complete the same module within the same timeframe, the hourly rate can be reduced accordingly.
Please note:
If a module is not made up, further participation in the current module course is not possible for professional and safety reasons. In this case, the relevant provisions of our terms and conditions apply.
🪢 YES/NO
Ropes of different materials are available for the first part of the course so that different textures and designs can be tried out.
Darüber hinaus sind eigene Seile empfehlenswert, da ihr über mehrere Termine hinweg mit eurem gewohnten Material arbeitet und zwischen den Terminen auch übern sollt.
If you don't already own any ropes, we'd be happy to advise you beforehand.
How big is the group?
⚖️ We are working with a deliberately limited number of participants.
So können wir individuell begleiten, korrigieren und auf Fragen eingehen. Qualität geht für uns vor Gruppengröße.
🌿 Der Kurs beginnt mit grundlegenden Positionen und steigert sich moderat.
🌿Es geht nicht um extreme Belastung, sondern um kontrolliertes, bewusstes Arbeiten – und damit unmittelbar mit dem Körper und seinen Gelenken.
Therefore, body manipulation is also a component of the course: that is, the conscious guiding, positioning, and aligning of the body in space and structure. This is not about demonstrating strength, but about understanding leverage, angles, stability, and safe joint control.
Zu Beginn bewegen wir uns im grundlegenden Bereich und steigern Intensität und Komplexität schrittweise. Dennoch können einzelne Positionen Haltekraft, Beweglichkeit und Körperspannung erfordern – sowohl für die bindende als auch für die gebundene Person.
Wichtig ist:
🧘honest self-assessment
🧘rechtzeitiges Kommunizieren von Grenzen
🧘 Willingness to slow down
No one has to "persevere". Safety and bodily integrity always take precedence over ambition or aesthetics.
What should I bring?
👉 Openness and curiosity
👉 Comfortable clothing
👉 Yoga Mat
👉 Blanket (possibly thick socks / shoe-free zone)
👉 Deine Fragen! 🌟
All other materials can be used on site or will be provided. (Drinks and snacks included)
FAQ Suspension:
Suspension refers to the partial or complete lifting of a person from the ground using ropes and load-bearing suspension points.
Significantly higher forces act on the body, joints, and equipment than during groundwork. Consequently, the demands on technique, precision, and safety awareness increase.
We work in a controlled, progressive manner and with a clear structure – not spectacularly, but responsibly.
Who is the Suspension Course suitable for?
Der Suspension Workshop richtet sich an fortgeschrittene Teilnehmer*innen mit solider Grundausbildung.
The following are required:
🎯 ️Safe SCT, Frictions and TK (suspension-compatible)
🎯 Clean rope handling
🎯 Basic anatomical understanding
🎯 Experience in structured work on the ground
Suspension ist kein Einsteigerformat. Wer noch keine stabile Grundlage hat, sollte zunächst unseren Basic Kurs absolvieren.
What safety aspects are taught?
👉 Suspension is not a technique that works "by feel." It is based on structure, experience, and a clear risk assessment. Safety is therefore central to the Suspension Workshop.
Wir behandeln unter anderem:
✔️Suspension points and load capacity
✔️Material testing
✔️Load distribution in a practical context
✔️sichere Progression vom Boden in die Höhe
✔️Redundanzen
✔️Emergency strategies
✔️schnelles Entlasten unter Spannung
How big is the group?
⚖️ We are working with a deliberately limited number of participants - even smaller than in the Basic course!
Suspension requires intensive care and constant supervision. We ensure that every suspension is accompanied.
How physically intense is suspension?
🌿 We work in a controlled, progressive, and not spectacular way, but responsibly. Nevertheless, suspension is physically demanding – for both roles.
We work with:
✨Gewichtstransfer
✨Leverage effects
✨Pressure distribution under load
✨targeted joint positioning
✨aktiver Körperspannung
Body Manipulation ist integraler Bestandteil: Das bewusste Führen, Stabilisieren und Positionieren des Körpers entscheidet über Sicherheit und Belastbarkeit.
For the model, suspension means:
🧘Increased pressure (blood pooling, possibly nerve compression)
🧘längere statische Positionen
🧘intensive Gelenkwinkel
🧘high body tension
For the person making the commitment:
🛠️Power control
🛠️clean load distribution
🛠️technische Präzision
🛠️constant attention
Good basic physical fitness, stable joints and the ability to communicate warning signals immediately are prerequisites.
Are there any health requirements?
⚠️ Yes.
Suspension is not suitable for:
🤲 acute shoulder or joint injuries
🤲 unstable disc problems
🤲nicht abgeklärten neurologischen Beschwerden
🤲 acute cardiovascular problems
🤲 Any chronic or previous injuries should be honestly reflected upon and discussed with us beforehand.
We do not replace medical advice.
What happens if I miss an appointment or cannot attend?
🧩 Our aim is to provide you with a sound and responsible education – this requires continuity. The Basic Course is modular – each module builds on the content of the previous one.
📅 If you are unable to attend a session, it is therefore necessary to make up the corresponding module before you can participate in the next course. This is the only way we can ensure that safety, technical understanding, and group structure are maintained.
The course fee for the booked module must be paid in full regardless of participation.
A missed module can be made up or reviewed through individual tutoring (1:1) at a separately arranged appointment within the timeframe before the next module. An additional fee applies for this.
If several people wish to complete the same module within the same timeframe, the hourly rate can be reduced accordingly.
Please note:
If a module is not made up, further participation in the current module course is not possible for professional and safety reasons. In this case, the relevant provisions of our terms and conditions apply.
Do you need your own ropes or suspension equipment?
🪢 SAILING
Yes. Participants in the Suspension Workshop will need their own suitable ropes.
Suspension systems operate under load. This means that material quality, condition, and preparation are crucial for safety. Ropes must be suitable for load-bearing work, well-maintained, and free of damage.
Weiteres sinnvolles Equipment kann (ist) sinnvoll sein - Im ersten Teil des Workshops gehen wir daher ausführlich auf notwendiges und sicheres Equipment ein.
You are welcome to test different hardware with us before purchasing your own.
It is important to us that you not only "participate" but understand what you are working with. Suspension training requires a conscious approach to materials, stress, and responsibility.
If you are unsure whether your existing equipment is suitable, contact us in advance – we will advise you honestly and with a focus on safety.
What should I bring?
👉 Sailing
👉 Rescue-Tool
👉 Openness and curiosity
👉 Comfortable clothing
👉 Yoga Mat
👉 Blanket (possibly thick socks / shoe-free zone)
👉 Deine Fragen! 🌟
All other materials can be used on site or will be provided. (Drinks and snacks included)
FAQ KUMITE:
FAQ RopeLab:
FAQ Rooms:
Where do the classes and events take place?
Group classes and weekend classes take place in our Zendo. All events we organize are also held here.
The ZENDO is located in 71701 Schwieberdingen.
Privater Unterricht unter der Woche findet in unserem Home-Dojo in 71726 Benningen am Neckar statt.
ZENDO - What kind of space is it? Who is it suitable for?
ZENDO ist ein sexpositiver Veranstaltungsraum zwischen Ludwigsburg und Stuttgart, der sich auf Shibari fokusiert und von Sakura Rope betrieben wird. Hier werden Kurse und Community-Events angeboten die darauf abzielen, in einer zugänglichen Lernatmosphäre ein hohes Maß an technischem Können zu fördern.
This space welcomes and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We do not tolerate any misogynistic, racist, homophobic, ableist, or classist remarks or behaviors in this space.










