New to shibari?
Start here.
“Where should I start?” is the question we hear most. This is the answer: eight steps, in order, from picking your first rope to planning your first scene — every one of them free.
Every step below is free. Work through all 8 — your progress is saved on this device — then start your free month at the end.0/8 done.
- Read~5 minGetting Started
A five-minute lay of the land — what shibari is, and how TheDuchy teaches it.
- Read~15 minNerves And Circulation
The safety fundamentals every rigger must know — nerves, circulation, and warning signs.
Tie~15 minLark's Head Single ColumnYour first tie. The single column is the foundation nearly everything builds on.
Tie~15 minLark's Head Double ColumnTwo columns together — wrists, ankles, or a wrist to a thigh. Doors start opening.
Tie~10 minHandling - Moving RopeSmooth rope handling is what makes tying feel good instead of fiddly.
- Read~15 minGeneral Negotiation And Planning
Plan your first real scene — negotiation, expectations, and aftercare.
Beyond the basics
Once the path is done you’ll have real fundamentals. From there: browse the Easy tutorials, take a full course, or see everything that’s free to explore.