Ichi-Nawa Rope Class: Every Wednesday and Saturday
Date
April 8, 2026, 7:30 PM
Ichi-Nawa Rope Class in Seoul
As time passed, I noticed that while more and more people were becoming interested in learning bondage, there were not many places where they could study it properly.
To make this curriculum available in Korea, I personally took private lessons in Japan with Hajime Kinoko, obtained the license, and brought the curriculum back to Korea to offer classes for those who need it.
Each class is taught directly by THINKSO, with safety as the top priority, even when teaching multiple students.
The class is based on the rope class curriculum of Hajime Kinoko in Japan. It follows a structured curriculum from Level 10 to Level 1, allowing students to learn systematically from simple knots to suspension.
This class follows an efficient learning sequence independently developed by Hajime Kinoko, who has more than 20 years of teaching experience.
Students can enjoy learning and being tied through a step-by-step, structured method.
Brief Curriculum Overview
Level 10: Basic knots, rope handling, cuffs
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Level 7: TK3 — Takate Kote / 高手小手, upper-arm tie with three ropes
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Level 4: Semi-suspension
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Level 1: Suspension transitions
Benefits of the Curriculum
Riggers will learn:
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A structured rope class that begins at Level 10, covering everything from rope handling and knots to transitions while in Level 1 suspension.
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How to communicate with a model.
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How to warm up the body before tying.
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Beautiful rope work based on the principle of safety.
Models will experience:
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How to protect themselves.
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How to prepare the body before and after tying, including stretching.
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Rope spacing and appropriate timing.
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The ability to read nonverbal body language.
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Body control while tied.
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Proper tension and rope positioning.
Even after class, you can review and practice at home.
Schedule
Every Wednesday, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Every Saturday, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Timetable
7:00 PM — Open / preparation before class
7:30 PM — Part 1 begins
10:00 PM — Part 1 ends / wrap-up and cleanup
10:00 PM – 11:30 PM — Personal practice
Personal practice is optional. An additional fee of KRW 15,000 applies if you choose to participate.
Classes may be canceled depending on the instructor’s circumstances.
After the Part 2 class ends, please understand that additional personal practice at the class venue is not available due to closing preparations.
Price
Admission fee included.
Student: KRW 60,000
Price may vary depending on level.
Model: KRW 10,000
Observer: KRW 30,000
Observers cannot participate in the class and may observe only from the designated area.
Location
Sansei Lounge
8 minutes from Hongik University Station Exit 9
Participants
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People who are highly interested in rope, bondage, and shibari, and who are motivated to learn the techniques.
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People who have wanted to learn step by step, from knots to suspension.
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People who have only watched videos on YouTube and want to understand practical details such as rope tension and rope handling.
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People who are curious about the mindset and approach that riggers and bunnies should have.
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People who simply enjoy tying, or enjoy being tied.
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Feel free to come even just to observe.
Even if you only wish to observe, please make a reservation via DM.
Please understand that same-day entry may not be available in order to ensure safety at the venue and manage the number of participants.
Please feel free to contact us anytime if you have any questions.
Notes
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Classes are conducted while clothed. Full nudity is not allowed during class.
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Both riggers and bunnies may wear whatever they like. However, riggers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in, such as pants rather than skirts.
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For accurate and delicate shibari, bunnies are encouraged to wear clothing that exposes the arms and legs rather than long clothing.
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A changing room is available for bunnies. You may bring a change of clothes.
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Please try not to be late for class.
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It is okay to attend the first class without a bunny.
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From the second class onward, bringing a bunny is recommended for more efficient practice. If you do not bring one, you may be paired with someone attending alone that day and take turns modeling, or you may practice with a dummy.
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If you do not have rope, up to two ropes can be rented free of charge. Please let us know in advance if you would like to rent rope so we can prepare.
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Photography and filming are allowed only with mutual consent. Please be careful not to expose or include other participants.
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Participants under 19 years old and high school students are not permitted to join.
Refund Policy
One week before class: 100% refund
Three days before class: 50% refund
Two days before class through the day of class: No refund
If you need to change the date due to sudden personal circumstances, we may be able to help depending on the situation.
However, refunds will be processed according to the policy above. Please keep this in mind.
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Ichi-Nawa Class Q&A
Q. I don’t have a bunny, so it is difficult for me to take the class. Can you help me find a model?
A. We can help recruit a paid model.
The hourly rate for a model varies depending on the level being studied. Please contact us for details.
However, if you build your own social feed well and clearly show others who you are, the Sansei Salon account can also help with recruitment.
Most people are able to find someone, so it is important to curate your personal feed well. Even if you use a different social media account, your self-introduction is important.
Q. I have learned some things from YouTube or from other people. Can I skip levels?
A. Even if you have learned elsewhere, you need to understand the previous levels in order to follow the foundational curriculum.
For that reason, we begin with a quick test from Level 10, check your current progress, and then continue from the appropriate level.
Sansei Salon Model Application Form
Types of Models
Performance or show model
Bondage photography model
Ichi-Nawa Rope Class practice model
Sansei Salon Model Application
Hello,
This is the Sansei Salon model application page.
Please fill out the items below, and feel free to contact us anytime if you have any questions :)
For the item regarding suspension experience and number of sessions, please answer as accurately as possible, as this information is used for model matching based on the model’s experience and the class content.
For more accurate information about model levels, please refer to the feed.
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