NEW TO SHIBARI?

You've come to the right place. At Tension, we believe in building strong foundations. All new members start with our Fundamentals class, where you'll go from knowing nothing about Shibari to tying basic patterns and understanding safety protocols.

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FOSTERING A SENSE OF BELONGING

We strive to create an environment free of racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia. It is important to us to promote inclusivity, body-positivity, and staying humble in our learning, to name a few.

Our Guiding Principles

CLASS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MOMENCE

We use a studio platform called Momence for all of our bookings.

This platform is integrated directly into our site allowing you to find and book your class through each individual page. You can also find the event you are looking for by checking the monthly schedule below.

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND ENERGY EXCHANGE PROGRAM

If you want to learn shibari at Tension but are lacking the funds to do so, write to us to be considered for one of our scholarships! Spots are extremely limited, but we want to encourage diversity in our space.

Otherwise, ask us about our energy exchange program. Sometimes Tension needs help to maintain the space, and the volunteers get perks and classes in exchange. We prioritize people who are dedicated and reliable but cannot afford to come to our classes.

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  • FETISH WEEKEND 2025

    FETISH WEEKEND 2025

    We will be hosting a series of events for 2025 fetish weekend and as always we are really going to give it our all to make the weekend a bang....

    FETISH WEEKEND 2025

    We will be hosting a series of events for 2025 fetish weekend and as always we are really going to give it our all to make the weekend a bang....

  • OPEN HOUSE EVENT DURING NUIT BLANCHE - KNOCTAMBULE

    OPEN HOUSE EVENT DURING NUIT BLANCHE - KNOCTAMBULE

    🌙 Nuit Blanche Open House Performance Event 🌙In honor of NDC, we are thrilled to announce a special open house performance night on Saturday, March 1st, from 19:00 to 01:00....

    OPEN HOUSE EVENT DURING NUIT BLANCHE - KNOCTAMBULE

    🌙 Nuit Blanche Open House Performance Event 🌙In honor of NDC, we are thrilled to announce a special open house performance night on Saturday, March 1st, from 19:00 to 01:00....

  • Kinky Kraft Fair - May 19 2024

    Kinky Kraft Fair - May 19 2024

    Free Admission: Experience all this and more at no cost! We believe in making kink accessible to everyone, which is why entry to the Kinky Kraft Fair is completely free....

    Kinky Kraft Fair - May 19 2024

    Free Admission: Experience all this and more at no cost! We believe in making kink accessible to everyone, which is why entry to the Kinky Kraft Fair is completely free....

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