All proceeds from this event will be donated to Trans Mutual Aid organisations in the city.

Approaching Shibari can be incredibly frustrating when your body isn't ever talked about in the training materials. A workshop by and for trans people about how to engage with rope and the trans experience focusing on safety, expression, and self love.

This interactive workshop is designed to be an introduction to Shibari for total beginners, and an oppertunity for more experienced rope enthusiasts to consider how their practice fits into the trans+ experience.

This event is being run by Loose Ends Bristol, who run a regular shibari jam held in PRSC. The class will be lead by Nyx, a trans woman and >10 year shibari practitioner.

What this workshop is

This workshop will be taught as a mix of talks about aspects of tying that will be relevant to trans+ people, including but not limited to:
- How to approach tying safely when wearing compressive clothing
- Considerations for hormonal changes and tying
- How ties can affect body image and dysphoria/euphoria
- Trans safety, navigating kink scenes and consent
As well as tying instruction demonstrating how to approach shibari with self ties for expression, self soothing, and fun.

This workshop does not assume any prior experience nor will it require a partner. There will be oppertunities to ask questions throughout. While this class is aimed specifically at the trans community, cis allies are welcome to attend with an 'ally' ticket as the lessons should help with learning how to appoach tying with trans partners.

Please dress in clothing appropriate for tying if you intend to take part, and be aware that shoes will have to be removed if sitting on the mats.

What this workshop isn't

This is not:
- a play space,
- a rope jam, or
- a dating event

Attendees are expected to engage with the class and not disrupt others looking to learn. If anybody is acting inappropriately, unsafely, or in a way that makes other guests uncomfortable they may be asked to leave. While we encourage a social atmosphere and connecting with the wider rope community please be respectful and mindful of others.

While we will attempt to cover a good foundation of general and trans specific rope safety, rope should still be approached with caution and this class will not teach comprehensive rope safety.

Event Notes

The class will begin prompty at 19:15, entry will be permitted from 19:00. Late entry will be allowed but may require waiting.

The basement area has stepped access only.

Cafe Kino will be open for drinks and food beforehand and we encourage guests to support the venue by purchasing refreshments from them before or after the event. Besides water, no food or drink will be allowed in the teaching space.

You're welcome to bring your own rope, but communal rope will be available

House rules:

Photography is permitted but make sure you have the consent of anyone in the photos to take them, and also to post them. If you capture anyone in the background please blur/crop them out when posting.

Strictly no shoes on the mats.

Terms & Conditions

Loose Ends - Bristol Shibari

1. Participation & Assumption of Risk
By attending this event, all participants acknowledge and accept that shibari is an inherently physical activity that carries certain risks. These may include, but are not limited to, bruising, rope burns, nerve damage, circulation issues, or other physical injury. Participation is entirely voluntary and undertaken at the individual's own risk.

2. Personal Responsibility
All attendees are expected to know their physical and emotional limits and communicate clearly with their partners. You are responsible for monitoring your own well-being and immediately alerting one of the organisers or host if you feel unsafe or unwell at any point.

3. Safety Measures
While the organizers will take all reasonable steps to ensure the event is conducted in a safe and respectful environment, including:
• Providing an introductory safety briefing for newcomers
• Ensuring safeguards are present to supervise and offer guidance
• Making safety shears available and encouraging safe tying practices

We cannot guarantee that accidents or injuries will not occur. Attendees must understand and accept this risk.

4. Health & Medical Conditions
If you have any medical conditions (e.g. circulation issues, nerve sensitivity, joint problems, or psychological triggers), it is your responsibility to inform your partner(s) and to take appropriate precautions. The organisers can offer advice but are not medical professionals and cannot assess your suitability for participation.

5. Supervision & Conduct
This is a supervised, community-centred event where mutual respect, consent, and communication are paramount. Unsafe, disrespectful, or non-consensual behaviour will not be tolerated and will result in removal from the event and banning from future events.

6. Release of Liability
By participating in this event, you agree to waive, release, and discharge the event organisers, facilitators, venue owners, and associated personnel from any and all claims or liability for injuries, loss, or damages resulting from your participation. This includes any injuries arising from the actions of other participants.

7. Consent & Confidentiality
Consent is non-negotiable. Always ask before touching or tying. Additionally, this is a private event. No photography, or recording, of other attendees is permitted without explicit prior consent.

8. Agreement
By entering the venue and participating in the event, you confirm that:
• You have read and understood these Terms & Conditions
• You voluntarily accept the risks involved
• You agree to abide by all event rules and the guidance of the organisers
• You release the organisers and venue from liability as described above