Private Classes
Attending in-person classes is crucial for developing skills and confidence, as well as deepening your connection to the practice.
Whether you’re just starting out, have a little know-how, or are already practising at an advanced stage, private tuition will give you the techniques and expertise to get the most out of Shibari for you and your partner.
Private tuition is offered by Studio Owner Conor Aphilia, who has taught over 200 private classes in his 4 years as a full-time Educator.
Conor’s approach
My teaching method is inspired by my private and professional practice, where I work with individuals of various sizes and physical capabilities using rope. This offers me a space to reinvestigate the foundational elements of tying. Through this continuous practice, I’m able to promote a holistic understanding of structural intricacies & somatic understanding across my lessons.
At the centre of my tuition is an emphasis on creating the right emotional headspace to play in. This is essential for a flourishing and juicy rope scene. To promote this, I focus my classes on developing tools that encourage heady emotional exchange, involving breathing, quality of touch, movement efficiency, and rope handling, among other things.
Format & Pricing
Private classes are typically three to four hours long. They start with a period of observation so Conor can understand your rope handling, body management, and technical proficiency. He’ll teach you specific ties that will work best for you and your partner, as well as guide you on how to create the right mood and headspace for you both to enjoy rope play.
Private classes cost £210 and are hosted at Aphilia Studio. For international travel, or teaching in your home, please cnr@conoraphilia.com.
