Atelier Mae
Namur, Belgium
Atelier Mae explores shibari through movement, relationship and artistic expression, while creating performances, community events and spaces for shared exploration.
- Jams
- Private lessons
- Workshops
Atelier Mae
Namur, Belgium
Atelier Mae explores shibari through movement, relationship and artistic expression, while creating performances, community events and spaces for shared exploration.
Atelier Mae explores shibari through movement, relationship and artistic expression, while creating performances, community events and spaces for shared exploration.
ENG, FRE
More about Atelier Mae
Based in Namur, Belgium, Atelier Mae is a space dedicated to shibari, rope arts and embodied exploration through movement, relationship and artistic expression. Founded in 2023, Atelier Mae offers beginner-friendly introductions, advanced workshops, flow-oriented classes, performances, jams and community events in a thoughtful and sensitive environment. Influenced by movement, dance, active bottoming and relational dynamics, our approach sees rope not only as technique, but also as a language of presence, listening and emotional expression. Alongside regular classes and private sessions, we invite international instructors to share diverse styles, philosophies and approaches to tying. We also organize performances, consent-focused talks, rope jams and the International Shibari Film Festival (ISFF). Curious beginners and experienced practitioners alike are welcome.
The Team
Laurianne «Cyrinx»
(she/her)Founder, teacher
Laurianne (she/her) is an artist, composer, shibari rigger and rope model. She co-founded Atelier Mae in 2023 alongside her partner and initiated the first edition of the International Shibari Film Festival. Nourished by her artistic and musical background, her approach to rope explores the connections between rhythm, emotion, movement, listening and relationship, in a search for the body’s musicality and presence.
Eric « Desmond »
(he/him)Founder, teacher
Eric (he/him) is a shibari rigger, rope model and co-founder of Atelier Mae since 2023. His practice explores emotional intensity, presence and relational engagement through strong dynamics and sensitive tensions. Drawn to deeply resonant experiences, he approaches rope as a physical, embodied and expressive medium. Through teaching, performances and events, he helps create spaces for artistic and human exploration.
Accessibility
Work trade or volunteer discounts options available. We aim to create a space where people can explore rope at their own pace, without pressure toward performance or intensity. Participants are encouraged to communicate their needs and limits, and breaks are always welcome. We value attentive teaching, consent-aware practices and a warm atmosphere welcoming diverse bodies, identities, backgrounds and neurotypes, for both newcomers and experienced practitioners.
Physical space
- Accessible parking nearby
- Lowered suspension points
- Seating with backrests
- Step-free entrance
Sensory experience
- Breaks encouraged
- Clear reporting or support pathways shared
- Neurodiversity-affirming
- Trauma-informed
- Quiet or low-stimulus area available
Financial accessibility
- Loaner ropes available
Community Safety
We take community safety seriously. While studios operate independently, we uphold clear expectations around consent, accountability, and care.
If something feels off, you can use our reporting system. All concerns are reviewed thoughtfully.
