Sound Healing Training

Sound therapy training in the tradition of Himalayan singing bowls offers a practical and immersive path into the art of healing through vibration. Conducted by Purna Yoga Retreat, this course is held twice a month, beginning on the 1st and 15th of each month, with a minimum of 2 participants required.

VENUE: The training takes place in the second building next to the main yoga retreat building.

COST:

• 690 USD per person – twin sharing room basis
• 765 USD per person – single room basis

Included:

• Course materials
• Morning yoga program according to the retreat schedule
• Breakfast, lunch, snacks & dinner
• 5 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis
• For single accommodation, an additional 15 USD per night applies
• Certificate

ABOUT:

Himalayan singing bowls have been used for centuries in Tibet, India, and Nepal for healing and meditation. Their layered tones are believed to help restore natural vibratory balance across the body, mind, and spirit. The sound frequencies may support deep relaxation, encourage theta brainwave states, and create a sense of clarity, peace, and heightened intuition. Their vibrations also work with the nervous system, helping to calm stress responses and ease pain-related tension.

This training is designed to help participants learn how to work professionally with singing bowl sound therapy and offer sessions using sound and vibration. Along with comprehensive course materials and theory, students receive plenty of hands-on practice to build confidence in guiding others into deep relaxation. No prior experience is required beyond the willingness to learn simple methods using singing bowls and other instruments. The course is suitable both for complete beginners and for those who already have experience with singing bowls. After completing the program, graduates will have the skills to practice singing bowl sound therapy professionally and receive a certificate.

TRAINING SCHEDULE:

Day 1

• Arrive at the center between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm; free pickup is available from Lakeside, the bus park, and Pokhara Airport
• 5:00 pm - Introduction meeting with detailed course overview, materials, and schedule orientation
• 7:00 pm - Dinner with the retreat group

Day 2

• 6:00 am – Yoga and meditation
• 9:30 am - Breakfast
• 10:30 am - History of sound vibration therapy; types of singing bowls and mallets; development of techniques and practice
• 1:00 pm - Lunch time
• 3:00 pm - Fundamental principles of sound therapy and its effects on energy levels in the body, mind, and aura; demonstration, guidelines, practice, and Q&A
• 6:00 pm - Free time for self practice
• 7:00 pm - Dinner with the retreat group

Day 3

• 6:00 am – Yoga and meditation
• 9:30 am - Breakfast
• 10:30 am – Chakra healing and balancing for self and others; demonstration with practice
• 1:00 pm - Lunch time
• 3:00 pm – Seven singing bowls sound therapy demonstration and guided practice; Q&A
• 6:00 pm - Free time for self practice
• 7:00 pm - Dinner with the retreat group

Day 4

• 6:00 am – Yoga and meditation
• 9:30 am - Breakfast
• 10:30 am – Personal and group sound meditation techniques; four singing bowls mind and body balance therapy techniques; demonstration with practice
• 1:00 pm - Lunch time
• 3:00 pm – Singing bowl treatment for ear problems, migraine pain, joint pain, back pain, and more; professional and ethical guidelines; Q&A
• 6:00 pm - Free time for self practice
• 7:00 pm - Dinner with the retreat group

Day 5

• 6:00 am – Yoga and meditation
• 9:30 am - Breakfast
• 11:00 am – Informal test, evaluation of sound therapy techniques, and certification ceremony
• 1:00 pm - Lunch time
• Rest program as per the retreat schedule
• 4:00 pm Tea break and snacks
• 4:30 pm Bhakti Yoga
• 5:30 pm Evening yoga
• 7:00 pm - Dinner with the retreat group

Day 6

• Breakfast and check out by 11:00 am