Tag: Safety and Precautions

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Strangulation Is Forbidden in Shibari

Shibari always involves risk. The primary risks are nerve damage and circulatory problems. There is also the risk of injuries, either in the joints, due to knots which are too tight, or due to a fall while tied. You can prevent these risks by taking the proper safety measures. However, strangulation is in itself too…
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What to Look for in a Shibari Rigger

Are you interested in exploring the art of Shibari and experiencing the beauty of being tied? Whether you’re a model preparing for a bondage photoshoot or a passionate bondage enthusiast seeking a skilled rigger, it’s crucial to know what to look for in a rigger. Entrusting yourself to someone during a Shibari session requires careful…
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Read the Bottom’s Body Language

During a bondage scene, top and bottom should maintain an intense communication. Usually, this means verbal communication. However, there are some scenes in which the bottom might be gagged. Actually, even in a scene where their mouth is not covered, a bottom might find it difficult to talk or to specify what’s happening. Besides, the…
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Inclusive Shibari

Some people, due to their physical conditions, might find it difficult to practice certain activities. That is, it is difficult to include them in such activities. On the other hand, activities which allow many different types of persons to practice them are considered more inclusive. Nowadays, practically all Western societies emphasize inclusivity. And that’s a…
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Steps in a Shibari Scene – Contemplation

There are five steps in a Shibari scene – contemplation is the second one. Once you’ve finished tying, you don’t to immediately begin with the untying. On the contrary, take some time to acknowledge what you’ve just done, and feel good about it. Shibari is a matter of time. Actually, there is a lot of…
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Shibari Scene Preparation

Efficient preparation is the cornerstone of a successful Shibari scene, heralding the onset of a captivating bondage experience for all involved participants. Here are our best Shibari scene preparation tips. The Perfect Setting At the inception of your Shibari journey, selecting the right setting assumes paramount importance. Once limited to studios or homes, the horizon…
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Safety Is Essential

You know the story: a boy finds his dad’s gun hidden in the closet and causes a tragedy. Well, that’s similar to what happened to me, although there were some differences. First, it wasn’t a gun, but my Shibari kit of ropes. Second, my son is no boy, he just reached 20. And finally, to…
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Setting Up a Shibari Scene

Setting up a Shibari scene can be a fulfilling and enjoyable experience, but it requires careful planning and consideration. To ensure you make the most of your experience, here are some essential steps to follow. First Steps for Setting Up a Shibari Scene Choose the Right Location. Decide on the ideal setting for your Shibari…
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Safety Guidelines for Bondage

Safety Guidelines for Bondage is a small book. La Quarta Corda (The Fourth Rope) prepared it, and it is freely available online. Its purpose is to provide bondage practitioners with a clear guide for all the safety precautions to take before, during, and after a Shibari scene. It begins by stating that, even though Shibari…
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Safety First

It was the most important Shibari exhibition in the area. Among the events, there was going to be a suspension contest. I wanted to win. I needed to win, no matter what. They always say: “safety first“, but this time I forgot about it. Shauna has been my bottom for the last three years. She’s…
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