Have you ever heard of a Sound Bath or Gong Bath before?
A Sound Bath is a form of meditation where you are bathed in sound waves from one or more gongs, singing bowls or other musical instruments. (There’s no actual water involved!) 
Sound Waves
Sound is energy transmitted through the air in waves – you can see the effects of soundwave vibrations on sand here .
We too are energetic beings. In perfect health our energy flows smoothly and coherently as it was designed to do, however at other times, when we are ill or out of sorts, for example, there is dissonance in our system. The vibrations from sound waves ripple through your fascia, fluids and bones. You’ll be familiar with music that changes your state, making you happy and uplifting you, or making feel angry or sad, it is the same with the sound waves produced by gongs – they can find and amplify healthy resonance, and help to shift dissonance from unresolved emotional or physical wounds.
Watch a clip on YouTube here of the effect of sound vibrations on water, and imagine, if humans are 60-70% water as experts have suggested, what the effects of sound could be on you. Here’s a clip showing the effect on human blood cells after immersion in the vibrations of gongs for just 20 minutes. I make no claims as to the therapeutic value of my sound baths, but I find it fascinating and illuminating that the effects of sound on our bodies and minds is now the object of more scientific research. When the intention from the creator of the sound and the one on the receiving end is to relax and restore a fully healthy flow of energy in mind and body, who knows what could be achieved?!
What happens?
You sit on a chair or lay down, set the intention, and let the sound flow through as I play one or more gongs or other instruments.
Each performance and experience is unique. Apart from any healing or re-tuning that may or may not take place, it could be a fun story with which to entertain your friends and family.
…in the days that followed it I felt as though I had spent the weekend at a fancy spa!” Diane Hill
Private Sound Baths at the Gong Sanctuary
I can comfortably accommodate two people for your very own special sound bath at the Gong Sanctuary in Hilperton, near Trowbridge. Everything is provided – futons, blankets, cushions, water, lavender eye pillows – all you need to do is to relax into your own special experience.
Email or call 07989 404112 to book.
£50 per session (not per person), or you can have six of your very own private solo sessions for £180 (in advance).
Thanks so much for the excellent sound bath yesterday, we both enjoyed it immensely! It certainly helped clear my brain of all the thoughts and uncertainties and alleviated my anxiety.” And from his 4th private sound bath: “Thanks so much for the magical experience yesterday, as always it was perfect.” Andy Sawyer
I was holding onto a lot of negative unhealthy emotions and the session helped to funnel out the negativity…very powerful session.” Sarah-Jane Davis
Public Sound Baths
I also offer Sound Baths on occasion in other venues open to the general public. Please arrive in plenty of time to get comfortable before the start. No admittance after starting to avoid disrupting your experience. Bring your own mat, blanket and pillow, and a bottle of water if you desire. Upright chairs will be provided if you’d rather sit. If you have a different/dis-ability or life-threatening allergy, please let me know ahead of time.
NB Just like any musical performace a sound bath might not suit everyone. Gong sound bathing might adversely affect people suffering from tinnitus, HSP, and in the first trimester of pregnancy. Please consult your doctor. Next one on the events page. This photo of Nic and gongs by Nicolas Szymko
Thank you for a brilliant sound bath last night.” Karen L.
Big thank you for yesterday, my ears and head have felt bad for days and it was so relaxing and healing yesterday that I came home and finished [work], slept like a log and woke up feeling so much better and clearer in my head. So it obviously moved something.” Vicky F.
£15 per person
You can also book me for your gathering/organisation – starting from £150 (for up to 10 people). Concessions available.
Read my latest blog on sound bathing and intention for change/healing
These events are for learning, relaxation and entertainment purposes only. The information provided should not be used as a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice, diagnosis or treatment.