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Second edition
🪢 Tantra & Shibari Weekend Retreat for Couples: "Rope as a Language of Love"
"Excellent retreat! Ymke and Marco combine Tantra and Shibari beautifully, and present the participants with amazing tools for connection, exploration and self discovery. Highly recommended!"
Step into a transformative weekend retreat designed for couples (you can also be close friends! thats us too) seeking to rediscover the joy of intimacy through the powerful practices of Tantra and Shibari. Our intention is to create a safe, sacred space where both partners can explore the depth of their connection—physically, emotionally, and energetically. This retreat focuses on nurturing love and vulnerability through mindful touch, radical honesty, and the purity of true presence. It is not about sexuality, but about discovering the deeper layers of intimacy and trust.
🤍 At TantraShibari, we believe that when love and respect are at the center of your relationship, these powerful tools can help you explore new dimensions of connection. This weekend offers an opportunity to learn the language of the body and the energy between you, using Shibari and Tantra as pathways to deeper communication.
❤️ Theme: "Rope as a Language of Love"
In this retreat, Shibari—the ancient art of Japanese rope bondage—becomes a form of non-verbal communication, a language of love. Through mindful tying and energetic attunement, the rope becomes a tool for creating a space of safety, trust, and deep connection. You and your partner will experience how the combination of physical and energetic touch can open doors to new forms of intimacy, allowing you both to feel fully seen and held.
What to Expect
{Pure Joy of Intimacy}: Our focus is on rediscovering the joy of intimacy in its purest form. Through the power of touch—both physical and energetic—you will learn how to connect with your partner in ways that feel playful, nurturing, and deeply fulfilling. Whether it’s a simple caress or the mindful placement of rope, touch becomes a source of pleasure and connection.
{Honest, Open Communication}: Can you truly express your desires? We will guide you in the practice of radical honesty, helping you both learn to ask for what you want, without holding back or compromising. This opens up a space for real, authentic connection between you and your partner, where every touch and word is meaningful.
{The Power of Touch}: The retreat emphasizes the profound depth of touch, both in its physical and energetic forms. You’ll discover how to use touch to communicate love, trust, and presence, creating a safe space where both partners feel seen and honored.
{Creating Safety and Trust}: A key part of this retreat is understanding how to make your partner feel truly safe and secure. Through touch, presence, and clear communication, we will teach you how to create a nurturing space where vulnerability can flourish.
{Masculinity & Vulnerability}: For the masculine, this retreat offers a space to embrace the full spectrum of being a man, from strength to tenderness. Radical honesty and raw expression are invited, creating a foundation of trust and safety for both partners.
{Nervous System Connection}: Learn to read and understand your own nervous system and that of your partner. This awareness is key to creating a deeper bond and emotional safety, allowing for a more connected and meaningful experience in both body and mind.
{Tantric Presence}: Tantra is about being fully present with your partner, without the need to rush towards a goal. In this retreat, you will learn to meet each other in pure presence, witnessing and being witnessed in the moment, leading to deeper intimacy and connection.
{Exploring Your Deepest Desires}: Discover the truth of your deepest longings in a safe, non-judgmental space. We will support you in uncovering and expressing these desires, helping you connect with your partner in an authentic and meaningful way.
🙏🏻 Who We Are
We are passionate practitioners of Tantra and Shibari, deeply committed to helping couples create deeper, more authentic connections. With years of experience in guiding others through these practices, we believe that the combination of Tantra’s focus on presence and Shibari’s mindful, loving touch is a powerful way to reconnect with your partner and with yourself. Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where intimacy and trust can grow, helping couples find deeper meaning and joy in their relationship.
Whether you are new to Tantra and Shibari or have some experience, this weekend retreat will offer you tools and practices to explore deeper connection, communication, and trust in your relationship. Join us for this unforgettable journey into the heart of love, intimacy, and the pleasure of pure connection.
Retreat Details
Location: Yoga Wieteke, Oosterhamriklaan 261a, Groningen
Dates:
Friday, May 9: 19:00 - 22:00
Saturday, May 10: 10:00 - 21:00 (includes a delicious vegetarian lunch and dinner)
Sunday, May 11: 10:00 - 17:00 (includes lunch)
Our small group (12-16 participants) will provide ample space for deep personal transformation, supported by two experienced teachers and two assistants. All the ropes, snacks, and tea are provided. High-quality Shibari ropes will be available for purchase at €20 each.
Language
Instruction will be in English, with translation available if needed.
Investment
€660 per couple per couple early bird till 9 march.
What to Bring
Water bottle
Notebook
Comfortable, layered clothing
"Rope party" attire (Saturday evening open space)
Your own ropes (optional, ropes are also provided)
About Us
Marco: A seasoned explorer of personal and spiritual growth, Marco brings depth, groundedness, and playfulness into every session.
Ymke: A tantric guide with a strong intuition and presence, Ymke creates a space of safety and warmth, guiding you toward deeper intimacy and self-discovery.
Testimonials
"Wow, what a retreat! I thought Shibari wasn’t for me, but I discovered it’s a profound way to connect deeply with myself and others." – Caroline S.
"A truly wonderful and safe space for exploration." – Julian F.
"Het was geweldig! Ik heb zo intens genoten, gelachen en veel heel veel gevoeld. Een veilige zetting om de verbinding te maken en het kwetsbare aan te kunnen gaan. Voel me enorm dankbaar dat ik hierbij kon zijn" Desi
" Wat was het een prachtig retreat en wat zijn jullie leuk samen! Ik vond het best spannend. Heb niets met kink of bdsm en was aangenaam & blij verrast hoe zorgvuldig en vanuit hart verbinding jullie shibari gebruiken in combinatie met tantra, radical honesty, energie werk, dans & de-armouring. Heb genoten van jullie heerlijke energie - humor - en ben geraakt hoe diep helend het ook kan zijn! Bedankt lieve Ymke & Marco en t superfijne support team van Elvy, Julian, Duncan & de prachtige andere koppels en mede ook door de kwetsbare delingen & herkenning bij elkaar verdiepte het ook zo fijn tussen Decio & mij ❤️ " Margreet
"Wij hebben een fantastisch ‘rope as a language of love’ weekend ervaren!
Ik ken Ymke als een zorgvuldig afgestemde trainer en facilitator. De veilige bedding die nu gecreëerd werd door haar en Marco in alle zorgvuldigheid en vertraging was super.
Ik zou iedereen aanraden om die diepere lagen, in jezelf en die tussen jou en je partner, te ontdekken middels de manier waarop Shibari door Ymke en Marco gegeven wordt. Dit omdat de polariteiten en uitlijning hierop heel mooi helder worden. Dank!" Liefs Martijn & Yvette
For more details and a chance to explore further, book a free discovery call with us:
Marco: www.senseyourbody.nl
Ymke: www.intimacyalchemy.nl
Learn more at www.tantrashibari.nl. We look forward to welcoming you!
