Ebi (Crab) Tie – Step-by-Step Guide

🔹 Step 1: Starting Position

Subject seated on the floor, knees drawn up, torso leaning slightly forward.
Arms relaxed, ready for binding.
Caption: “Begin with your partner seated, knees up, back gently curved forward.”

🔹 Step 2: Binding the Arms and Chest

Rope wraps around the upper body, just under the arms, with arms tied behind the back or to the sides.
Caption: “Wrap the upper torso, securing the arms in place. This forms the foundation.”

🔹 Step 3: Securing the Legs

Thighs and calves bound together with a few wide parallel wraps.
Knot placements off to the side or back for comfort.
Caption: “Tie the legs together at the thighs and calves, keeping tension even.”

🔹 Step 4: Folding the Body

Rope connecting chest and leg bindings, pulling the torso toward the knees.
Shows curve of the spine accentuated by tension.
Caption: “Gently compress the body by connecting the chest harness to the leg wraps.”

🔹 Step 5: Final Reinforcements

Additional frictions and wraps to lock the form in place.
Optional decorative elements shown (e.g., a stem, twist, or aesthetic knot).
Caption: “Reinforce the structure. Add decorative frictions if desired.”

🔹 Step 6: Finished Ebi Tie

A graceful, compact pose. Ropes neat and evenly spaced.
Subject calm, peaceful, and safe.
The completed Ebi tie — a shape of stillness, surrender, and beauty.”