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Home LivingWellnessI tried a sound healing relaxation class — here’s my honest reviewAfter hearing mixed reviews on sound therapy, I wanted to try it for myselfWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
After hearing mixed reviews on sound therapy, I wanted to try it for myself
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Sound healing class setup at Calcot & Spa(Image credit: Lizzie Wilmot / T3)
Sound healing class setup at Calcot & Spa
(Image credit: Lizzie Wilmot / T3)
As a wellness writer and reviewer, I’m constantly on the look out for the next relaxation trend. Whether that’s aneuromodulation wearableor asleep-inducing session, there are so many techniques and products that claim to benefit our health and wellbeing.
Last week, I was lucky enough to be invited toCalcot and Spa, a luxurious hotel and spa nestled within the Cotswolds. The hotel recently revealed its brand newGrain Store, a gym and fitness sanctuary that provides the ultimate location for serenity and wellbeing. Not only has the facility introduced a state-of-the-art gym, spin shed, holistic studio and exercise studio, but there’s also a brand new timetable of wellness and fitness classes. After a blissful night’s sleep and an early morning yoga class, it was my turn to try one of the recently introduced sessions…
Until the other day, I’d never tried a sound healing class before. I’ve always heard great things, especially about how tranquil they can be, but the opportunity had never risen. Keep reading to hear about my experience, and whether you can be tempted to try it out for yourself.
What is a sound healing class?
Sound healing is an ancient healing modality that has its origins all around the globe. It’s a wellbeing practice that’s considered as a form of therapy, providing a tranquil and serene state of mind.
How does it work?
Sound healing classes are all about using different sounds to enter a deep state of tranquility. Instructors can use anything from crystal singing bowls to tuning forks, creating different tones and energies to bring on relaxation.
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Amy delivering one of her gong sound baths(Image credit: Rise Rooted Wellbeing)
Amy delivering one of her gong sound baths
Amy delivering one of her gong sound baths
(Image credit: Rise Rooted Wellbeing)
What was my experience like?
Upon entering the yoga studio at Calcot & Spa’s Grain Store, I instantly felt calm. Due to the upcomingT3 Awards 2024, it’s been a busy few weeks, so the entire experience couldn’t have come at a better time. We entered the studio and came across Amy’s setup, featuring a mixture of gongs, Tibetan singing bowls and chimes.
Amy started at the front of the room, using the gong to fill the room with soft vibrations. From my understanding, these vibrations access the theta brainwaves which are considered to be the ‘gateway to the subconscious’. It’s this space that allows the body to release tension and stagnant energy on both a physical and emotional level.
I instantly found it easy to let go, but I know others in the room struggled. In today’s day and age, it can be so tricky ignoring all the background thoughts and fully switch off. I’m usually awful for checking my emails throughout the night or worrying about upcoming meetings at weekends, so it shocked me how effortless I found it.
Amy soon began walking around the room, gently playing the sounds above our heads. This only intensified the vibrations across my body, and I felt them in my neck and spine more than anywhere else. The class was around an hour long, but it didn’t feel like it in the slightest. In fact, time didn’t feel relevant, and it certainly wasn’t at the forefront of my mind.
Amy runs sound healing classes across locations in Saltford, Bath and Bristol. She runs 1-1 gong therapy and private group bookings alongside group gong baths. You can see Amy’s upcomingeventson the Rise Rooted website or find hercontact detailsto enquire further.
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