In this workshop, we will be looking at the effect of tying tight lacing. We will explore the presence of Semenawa by applying high tension, immobilizing the whole body, and creating a slow build-up for a rope scene. Welcome to tie along in this hands-on workshop, bring as many ropes as you can as...
hua hua

hua hua (she/her) is a Shibari artist, Dominatrix and founder of Borderline Productions, currently based in London. She began the first public Shibari classes in Shanghai in 2017 and facilitated numerous events around China. hua hua left China in 2022 to access a wider community, and has taught in numerous countries across the globe. She runs a Patreon page where she can gather an international community and provide global access to resources about Shibari. She believes that Shibari is a place to explore our inner most desires with authenticity and mindfulness. To her, ropes can create bonds beyond cultural, linguistic or social barriers. Her teaching style is more holistic than systematic, focusing on a slow pacing to encourage a more intentional practice and appreciation of small details.Beyond teaching, she is passionate about developing Shibari culture through her project Borderline Productions. Working primarily with film, her work is often drawn from her personal journey navigating the world of Kink and life as a Dominatrix. She frequently collaborates with artists from other fields such as fashion, dance and experimental theatre to explore intersectionality between BDSM and other subcultures.
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Semenawa is a concept in Shibari that is often misunderstood. Semenawa is often translated as ‘torture’ rope, however, a more accurate term might be to describe it as ‘torment’. The intention is for both the rigger and model to be consciously exploring suffering through rope, however, what can make it difficult to grasp is whether...
In this weekend workshop, we will be exploring the ‘classic’ shapes of Shibari, which will be referred to as ‘archetypes’. Even though Shibari is still early in its development, there are already clear repeated patterns in its short history. These shapes have become synonymous with practicing Shibari, particularly with a Japanese influence rather than drawing...
In this demonstration, hua hua will be playing with 3-dimensional spaces to create a Shibari session. This style of Shibari is influenced by her studies with Hajime Kinoko. Adapting web Shibari to flow as a full Shibari session, hua hua will explain the technical aspects of building a web and also suggestions on how...
Objectification has always been a widely popular fetish within the BDSM scene, especially in connection with bondage. However, the common depiction is mainly associated with the objectification of women, which can contribute to gender inequality and body dysmorphia. In this workshop hua hua and her model will explore objectification through Shibari, looking at the aesthetics...
Semenawa is a concept in Shibari that is often misunderstood. Semenawa is often translated as ‘torture’ rope, however, a more accurate term might be to describe it as ‘torment’. The intention is for both the rigger and model to be consciously exploring suffering through rope, however, what can make it difficult to grasp is whether...
In this online series, we will be exploring the ‘classic’ shapes of shibari, which will be referred to as ‘archetypes’. Even though shibari is still early in its development, there are already clear repeated patterns in its short history. These archetypes have become synonymous with the practice of shibari, particularly rope bondage with a Japanese...
In this online series, we will be exploring the ‘classic’ shapes of shibari, which will be referred to as ‘archetypes’. Even though shibari is still early in its development, there are already clear repeated patterns in its short history. These archetypes have become synonymous with the practice of shibari, particularly rope bondage with a Japanese...
Where pony play meets Shibari. In this workshop, we will explore the nuances of power dynamic, body manipulation and objectification, particularly when the rigger is much smaller in size to the model. Details: Format: Lecture/Presentation/Demonstration Minimum Knowledge Level: SCT, DCT, basic frictions What to Bring: 5-8 full-length ropes and short pieces bit gag if...
Understanding our motivations for Shibari is essential, not only to show you the path forward, but also to find suitable partnerships. There is a pethora of different styles and approaches, in the end what is most important is not in knowing them all, but in following what suits your desires the most. This round table...
Shibari is a world of contradictions; fulfilling the needs of the bottom when engaging in a power dynamic as a top, playing with risk whilst also striving for safety, and even exploring the kindness within cruelty. Problems often arise when an imbalance occurs such as: playing too dangerously and you run the risk of permanent...
Objectification with Rope Series
Objectification has always been a widely popular fetish within the BDSM scene, especially in connection with bondage.In this 3 part series hua hua will share her approach to objectification through the practice of Shibari, making use of the versatility and ritual of rope to play with this fetish. Drawing from her experience as both an...










