Bathing in Sound
Beginning Spring 2024
Mondays & Thursdays 5-8:30
90 minute sessions
In order to comply with current health and hygiene requirements regarding the covid virus, I first need to share my current protocols. It feels important to me that as much as possible, methods of alternative and complimentary care are made available.
- I sanitize mats and hard surfaces with hydrogen peroxide
- Each person should wear a mask into the house then take a seat on your mat. Once we begin to stretch and come into position for receiving the sounds of the gong, masks can be removed.
- Bring your own blanket or additional cushioning if you’d like to place on top of the mat, as well as an eye pillow or eye covering. I’ll provide a small towel for under the knees, an additional blanket to cover, as well as a neck pillow with towel placed over it.
- Any fabrics used during the class will be laundered after each class. The restroom will be supplied with paper towels for drying hands.
- If you have a temperature or feel any symptoms related to the virus, cold or flu, please refrain from attending the Gong Immersion.
Gongs and Baths
In recent times you may have heard the term Gong Bath, and wondered, “How do I take a bath with a gong? Or, why would I?”
If you haven’t had the opportunity to hear this brilliant instrument played live, consider this restorative experience.
The term ‘bath’ is used in the wellness community to describe the flowing current of sound over your body; where you bathe in sound current, not that there is water involved! (But please, do bring water to drink). My personal preference is the term ‘immersion’ – it truly is an immersive and elevating experience.
The Gong has been utilized for thousands of years as an instrument of healing and meditation in spiritual traditions. In recent years the instrument has gained more popular favor. The experience is deeply meditative, relaxing, and at times evocative.
I first experienced the sounds of the gong when I began my path as a Kundalini Yoga student in the mid-80’s. I lived in Los Angeles and attended classes at the studio on La Cienega Blvd. The gong was played on a regular basis at the end of most classes and I was there almost every day for two years – there was a lot of sweat and groaning in those days and the gong was sweet medicine! When I moved to Glastonbury in 2017, I located a Kundalini Yoga class to join in group practice. It was my teacher in Glastonbury who facilitated the study and playing of the gong in the tradition of the Kundalini lineage, and it was there I deepened my relationship with the instrument in playing. It is mostly in this tradition I share the sounds of the gong.
My Gong Bath Experience with Janet was amazing. It was extremely relaxing and carried me to a very peaceful state. The sounds of the gong penetrated my physical, mental and emotional bodies! The vibration of the sounds was instrumental in moving out old areas of stress. I felt freer and more harmonious after the “Bath”!! For all of you who enjoy trying new therapies, I highly recommend treating yourself to a gong session.”
Lynn Harris Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
In recent times you may have heard the term Gong Bath, and wondered, “How do I take a bath with a gong? Or, why would I?”
If you haven’t had the opportunity to hear this brilliant instrument played live, consider this restorative experience.
The term ‘bath’ is used in the wellness community to describe the flowing current of sound over your body; where you bathe in sound current, not that there is water involved! (But please, do bring water to drink). My personal preference is the term ‘immersion’ – it truly is an immersive and elevating experience.
The Gong has been utilized for thousands of years as an instrument of healing and meditation in spiritual traditions. In recent years the instrument has gained more popular favor. The experience is deeply meditative, relaxing, and at times evocative.
I first experienced the sounds of the gong when I began my path as a Kundalini Yoga student in the mid-80’s. I lived in Los Angeles and attended classes at the studio on La Cienega Blvd. The gong was played on a regular basis at the end of most classes and I was there almost every day for two years – there was a lot of sweat and groaning in those days and the gong was sweet medicine! When I moved to Glastonbury in 2017, I located a Kundalini Yoga class to join in group practice. It was my teacher in Glastonbury who facilitated the study and playing of the gong in the tradition of the Kundalini lineage, and it was there I deepened my relationship with the instrument in playing. It is mostly in this tradition I share the sounds of the gong.
WOW…such a lovely gong immersion session in a private & serene space! Janet’s guidance & intuitive approach helped me connect to a deeper level within during this powerful & sacred experience.”
Alicia P.
Please read before class
Attending a gong meditation is not appropriate in certain instances. If any of these descriptions apply to you, you should not attend and please let me know if you have questions.
- you’re wearing a pacemaker
- you wear hearing aids (or please remove/turn down during the session)
- are pregnant
- have tinnitus – the gong could exacerbate your symptoms
- have used recreational drugs or alcohol the same day
- are on psychiatric medications
- no children under 7 years of age
Payment & Schedule
$65 by cash or local check at time of class
Please email, call or text 828.544.2869 with the message Gong for 1 by 1pm on your preferred day with your preferred time. I’ll reply with a text to confirm or call to schedule another time and give you the address. You can also email janet@moonwoodarts.com if you have questions.
If you’d like to read a bit more about the gong, please explore the article at the link below
Learn about Gong Baths
Shimmers in the ephemeral,
Daniel Barber, Sonic Presence Coach
thundering revelatory affirmation,
sirens circle dancing on the wind,
imagery giving way to buoyant, glorious waves of sound
ushering me into the cracks and crevices of
the unseen and unattended.“
“I’ve always loved the bold beauty of gongs and have had a few “gong baths” in my time. But Janet brings a musical and mystical mojo to these experiences that is extraordinary. Her sensibility and her playing allow me to release my “musician’s mind” and proceed faithfully into inner listening territory that often eludes me. These experiences with Janet and the gong are helping facilitate a “soulular” regeneration in me in a way that perhaps only sound, so masterfully and mystically employed, can.”
