Gong Bath with Ree
Monthly Saturdays - 6:45- 8:00 pm
Early Spring Dates 2024:
May 25th
What is a gong bath?
A gong bath is a form of sound healing meditation growing in popularity as a modern healing technique. It is referred to as a bath as participants are immersed in the vibrations of the instruments during a session. No knowledge or experience is required and it can be viewed as a form of meditation accessible to everyone.
Participants lay down comfortably under a blanket and the gong session is often preceded by breathing exercises or mantra chanting to relax and prepare you for the experience.
The gongs are then gradually introduced and the vibrations of the gongs are absorbed throughout the entire body, which can help shift stagnant energies. Other sound healing tools such as sound bowls, chimes and rattles may also be used to create a diverse soundscape. Gong baths are often described as having transformational effects on body, mind, and spirit. The best way to understand is to experience it.
What are the benefits of a gong bath?
When something within us is out of tune it can cause dis-ease to arise in our bodies. Factors such as stress, anger, trauma and environment in our daily lives may negatively impact us which can then manifest on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level. The vibrations produced in a gong bath help to “tune” your body and therefore aid in restoring harmony and resonance throughout.
Another process that takes place is entrainment – the synchronisation of our fluctuating brainwaves with the stable frequency of the gong, which our brains acclimatise to and unify with. This can also help create overall harmony within our bodies.
The sound of a gong helps the brain to reach deep relaxation – specifically the delta and theta brain wave states, which are our slowest brain waves. We tend to reach these states during daydreaming or deep sleep and they are known to aid relaxation, creativity and natural healing.
Gong baths are highly rejuvenating for the body and bring about an overall sense of relaxation, which can reduce tension as well as help develop a better ability to cope with stress, help move emotional blockages from trauma, and even stimulate altered states of consciousness. They may also encourage greater overall stillness and contentment.
Sound healing may promote many benefits including
Relaxation
Improved memory and concentration
Improved sleep
Clarity and balance
A healthier immune system
Enhanced creativity
Overall heightened awareness – of self and the environment
What to bring.
We have mats, but you might want to bring a blanket or clothing to keep you feeling warm and secure or something to cover your eyes if you like.
Please avoid eating a heavy meal or drinking alcohol beforehand.
Who is this suitable for?
Suitable for everyone over the age of 15 years old.
Gong baths are not recommended during pregnancy or if you wear a pacemaker. In addition, they are not suitable for people with sound sensitivity, such as tinnitus, some forms or epilepsy and mental health issues.
Investment: £18.00