Dan
Dan (he/him) is a queer, top-leaning rope switch based in Seattle. He has been active in the rope scene since 2017. His style of rope is best characterized as sensual, functional, and connective. He takes an analytical approach to rope, with an emphasis on nerve and body safety. Performing as a duo with Esjay the Dreamer, their joint mission is to promote shibari as a movement and performing art, and to welcome curious folks into the rope community. He is one of the moderators of Rope In Seattle.
dan.dan.the.oaken.man
This organizer offers private lessons.
This organizer has attested that they adhere to KEMS!
Events from this Organizer
March 31 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 31-Mar-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
April 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday, 08-Apr-2026
07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Are you interested in exploring performance as a part of your shibari/bondage rope practice? Local Seattle instructors and performers Esjay and Dan will guide you through...
April 11 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday, 11-Apr-2026
01:00 pm-04:00 pm
Interested in adding some bondage to your life but not sure where to start? This fun and accessible introductory class will introduce you to the basics...
April 14 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 14-Apr-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
April 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 28-Apr-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
May 2 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday, 02-May-2026
02:00 pm-05:00 pm
This is an open gym shibari session for folks to practice skills they already know, to share knowledge and techniques, and to build and connect with...
May 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 12-May-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
May 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 26-May-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
June 6 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday, 06-Jun-2026
02:00 pm-05:00 pm
This is an open gym shibari session for folks to practice skills they already know, to share knowledge and techniques, and to build and connect with...
June 9 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 09-Jun-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
June 23 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, 23-Jun-2026
06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Shibari is the Japanese-inspired practice of aesthetic rope bondage. In this foundational session, students will learn fundamental ties and techniques to begin their rope journey. Though...
July 4 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday, 04-Jul-2026
02:00 pm-05:00 pm
This is an open gym shibari session for folks to practice skills they already know, to share knowledge and techniques, and to build and connect with...
dan.dan.the.oaken.man