At Shibari Lounge, bamboo isn’t decoration — it’s an essential, load-bearing part of our suspension points and our teaching practice. Every pole we use has been hand-selected, cut, and prepared for human weight and movement.

When your safety depends on the material above you, knowing bamboo’s anatomy matters. Here’s what to look out for when suspending from, or with, bamboo at home, at Shibari Lounge, and at studios all around the globe.

In honour of Purple Day, we’re raising awareness for epilepsy within the rope community. Here’s how to approach shibari safely and thoughtfully when seizures are a factor.

Shibari is beautiful—but it’s also edge play. In this essential guide, we explore what it means to understand your risk profile before tying or being tied.

Our full response to The Echo, sharing why we teach Shibari: not for shock or taboo, but to build a community grounded in consent, connection, and safety.