Where I Am Held, I Am Free

Tickets: https://hipsy.nl/…/134821-tantric-shibari-retreat-when…

Welkom in het Verre Oosten, Holten, Netherlands
https://welkominhetverreoosten.nl/

 The Paradox of Freedom in Surrender
 “Where I am held, I am free.”
This retreat is born from that paradox — that true liberation comes not from resisting, but from being fully seen, fully felt, and deeply held.
We all long to be accepted just as we are. To reveal ourselves — our joy and our sorrow, our desires and our doubts — without needing to be “fixed,” without being asked to change.

In that radical visibility, something beautiful happens:
• The inner war ends — no more hiding, no more contorting.
• Shame dissolves — your pain is not your flaw, it’s your humanness.
• Isolation melts — you see that you were never too much, only unseen.
 This is the ground from which Tantric Shibari emerges. And in this retreat, we dive in — deeply, consciously, and safely. 

 What Awaits You 

 Deep Presence & Authentic Connection
In this retreat, you’ll be invited to drop masks and open to your true self. Through heart-led practices, experience what it means to be held and to hold others with full presence, vulnerability, and authenticity.

 Embodied Energy & Inner Awareness
Explore your body as a gateway to deeper feelings and expanded consciousness. Allow your energy to flow freely, reconnect with your sensations, and awaken new levels of embodiment.

 Shibari as a Path to Freedom
This retreat isn’t about knots. It’s about energy. Rope is a language. What matters is what you’re saying with it. Discover the ropes as more than technique — they become a tool for cutting through illusion, for weaving trust and intimacy, and for expressing yourself in a
language beyond words.

 Every rope you lay is a message, I see you. I’ve got you. You can let go now. (You don’t need to know shibari to come to this retreat) 

 Tantric Rituals & Heart-Opening Practices
Engage in rituals that cultivate surrender, trust, and deep connection — opening your heart to life, to yourself, your partner and to others.

 A Safe, Trauma-Informed Holding Space
We hold space with deep respect, care, and awareness of individual boundaries and needs, supported by our skilled facilitators and assistant team — so you can explore your edge in safety and support. (You are tying a nervous system, not just a body.)

 Belonging & Community
Join a warm, inclusive community where diversity is celebrated, and lifelong bonds of support and exploration are born.

 About Your Facilitators 

Marco & Ymke bring years of embodied, heart-led experience to this work. Both are deeply trained in Tantra, trauma-informed facilitation, and conscious kink — and are passionate about creating spaces where deep truth and playfulness can co-exist.
We work from the understanding that healing and transformation happen in safety, not in performance. We hold space with grounded presence, humor, and fierce compassion. Our work is trauma-informed, somatic, and rooted in years of our own shadow and healing journeys.

www.intimacyalchemy.nl Ymke
www.senseyourbody.nl Marco
We are supported by a skilled assistant team who are trained in space holding and emotional support, so your process — whether big or subtle — is never left alone.

 Location: Welkom in het Verre Oosten – Holten, Netherlands
Our retreat takes place at the beautiful, nature-surrounded retreat centre Welkom in het Verre Oosten, located in Holten, in the east of the Netherlands.
•Approximately 1.5 hours by train from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
•We’re happy to support international participants with travel suggestions.
This serene location offers cozy indoor spaces, nourishing food, and wild surroundings to reconnect to nature, your body, and each other.

 Practical Information
Dates:
Friday 21 Nov (arrival from 17:00, start 19:00) – Sunday 23 Nov (end ±17:00) Language:
English (Dutch guidance available if needed)
Open to:
Individuals, couples, and pairs of any orientation
Investment:
€600 per person (including food and accommodation and workshop materials ) workshop ropes are provided; additional ropes can be purchased on site for €20 each.
Lovely vegetarian food (if you have any food allergies please let us know)
There will be no coffee at this retreat, if you are a big coffee drinker it is a good idea to bring the amount down a few days before the retreat.

What to Bring
•Water bottle
•Notebook & pen
•Comfortable, layered clothing that can be adjusted easily — we recommend some pieces that fit close to the skin or reveal parts of the skin so the rope can be felt deeply. Layering helps you stay comfortable with changing temperature and your personal needs.
•”Rope party” attire for Saturday evening — something expressive, playful, or sensual (optional)
•Your own ropes (if you have them)

A Loving Invitation
This is a substance free environment. We invite you to come fully present — free from stimulants like coffee, alcohol, and drugs — to deepen your connection with your own authentic self. This retreat is a gentle but powerful space for you to feel more clearly, to be more real, and to step closer to the essence of who you are.

 Participant Testimonials 

“I always thought: ‘Shibari? That’s not for me.’ But now I know better! The way Ymke and Marco bring Shibari is incredible—deeply tantric, embodied, and a powerful way to discover yourself more fully.”
— Caroline Smit

“Through their personal attention, love, availability, and the openness with which they shared their own emotions, Marco and Ymke created such a safe and nurturing space that every participant could truly open.”
— Remco Baar

“It was so beautiful to rediscover a deep connection with myself that went far beyond the ropes as just a tool. They truly understand how to create a safe space and guide you to the deepest layers within yourself—so powerful!”
— Kim Weydemuller

“A transformative experience full of love, connection, and expert guidance. We look back on this retreat with deep gratitude. What an incredible journey—both personally and in our relationship. From the very first moment, we felt completely safe and held by the warm, professional, and deeply skilled facilitation.
The knowledge and presence of the facilitators was reflected in everything—from the structure of the sessions to the subtle attunement to the group and each couple individually. The combination of tantra and shibari turned out to be a beautiful and surprisingly deep language of love and trust. We got to know each other in a whole new way—with softness, playfulness, and an intense sense of connection. The exercises were carefully built up and offered space for both deepening and lightness. There was room for emotions, for silence, for laughter, and for wonder.”
— Jelmer & Ellen

 Ready to Join Us? 
Book your spot via Hipsy: https://hipsy.nl/…/134821-tantric-shibari-retreat-when…
Questions? Reach out: info@tantrashibari.nl
More info: www.tantrashibari.nl
Come as you are. Be held. Be seen. Be free.

 With love,
Marco & Ymke
And our beloved assistant team