Join the leading female Shibari artist Marie Sauvage at this sensual and interactive workshop exploring the art of rope at the Mandrake Hotel.

The Japanese Art Shibari is an activity of acute mindfulness, which puts both rigger and muse in a meditative trance. Whether you want just to come and witness the unique performance, or learn and practice shibari to enhance your intimate life, learn knots for aesthetic reasons, or want to learn to practice mindfulness with yourself or a partner - join Marie at this event in an intimate, sensual luxurious setting.

Marie Sauvage is one of the few women who publicly performs Shibari, a Japanese art form that has been predominantly practiced by men. Her feminine approach has given the art of tying a fresh perspective, making rope feel more approachable to a wider audience, especially a female audience. Her tying has subverted the cultural norms around rope, garnering the curiosity of people beyond the world of fetishism.

Instead of adhering to the predominant themes surrounding SM culture, she emphasizes the sensual exploration of rope as a catalytic device. In Marie’s world, there is rarely a dominant or submissive. The rigger and muse are equal participants, in a utopian space where mutual trust and vulnerability yield beautiful results.

Learn more about the application of shibari to relationships in our Feminine Power Podcast, Episode 1.

Come alone or with a friend / partner, bring a rope if you like, and enjoy a safe and sensual guided exploration. You will be able to opt-in or out of trying the ropes. and simply mingle with a drink and watch the room if you like.

Marie Sauvage performing Shibari