LEARN SHIBARI IN LONDON
- Classes for Beginners
Interested in learning Shibari in London? Our dedicated Shibari studio offers a calm, welcoming, and focused environment to explore the art of Japanese rope bondage through expert, hands-on instruction.
Whether you're completely new to Shibari or looking to strengthen your foundations, we offer beginner-friendly Shibari classes, structured 4-week courses, and flexible drop-in evenings designed to help you build confidence, safety awareness, and technical skills at your own pace.
Located in the heart of London, our classes combine technique with clear guidance, supportive teaching, and a strong emphasis on communication, connection, and consent. Join our growing community and discover why Studio Ma is one of London's leading spaces for learning Shibari and the art of Japanese Rope Bondage.
Learn Shibari at Studio Ma
with Confidence, Connection, and Intention
At Studio Ma, we don’t just teach you the technique
- we teach you how to create meaningful rope experiences.
Our Foundations Programme offers a clear, supportive pathway into Shibari, designed for beginners and those returning to basics. You’ll learn technical skills you can use immediately, alongside a framework that helps your scenes make emotional and relational sense.
Whether your curiosity is technical, sensual, creative, or relational: this is where you start your Shibari journey.
Join us and build a Shibari practice that feels grounded, expressive, and alive.
Shibari Classes
for Beginners:
What’s Available?
The goal of these classes is to support regular, structured Shibari practice that goes deep rather than broad—helping you build strong foundational skills, develop muscle memory, and connect with other participants. We offer a whole pathway - from Floor-work all the way to Suspension: Classes run weekly and build progressively from week to week. Read more about the pathway and the levels on our "Pathway" page.
4- Week Courses
Weekend Workshops
Living outside London but still want to learn Shibari with us? Our weekend intensive workshops are designed to cover the same curriculum as our 4-week courses, condensed into a single immersive two day class. These workshops are also a great option if you’ve taken a break and want to refresh your skills before moving on to the next level, or if you’re looking for a comprehensive overview of the basics in one go. Read more about the pathway and the levels on our "Pathway" page.
Evening Classes
Not ready to commit to a full 4-week course? No problem. Our beginner-friendly drop-in rope bondage evening classes are a great way to try out Shibari and get a feel for the studio. We offer evening classes (all classes labelled as "beginner" and "all levels" are suitable).
Do I need to come
with a Partner?
No partner? No problem. When you're starting out with Shibari, it’s common not to have a practice partner, and the best way to change that is by coming to events and getting to know the community. You're very welcome to attend solo; many of our students do. In class, you can pair up with another solo participant, and we do our best to create a comfortable, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. As a guideline, if solo tickets are being sold we welcome and support coming on your own!
FAQ's
Do I need my own rope?
No, we have ropes in the studio that you are welcome to borrow!
What should I wear?
It’s best to wear something that is easy to move around in; we recommend that you avoid jeans, belts, underwires, and any chunky jewellery including watches.