Basic Singing Bowl Therapy Course
Basic Singing Bowl Therapy Course (7-10 Days) – The Foundation of Sound
Overview: Awakening the Sound Within
Our Basic Singing Bowl Therapy course is a beautiful and powerful introduction to the world of sound healing. This foundational program is designed for absolute beginners, yoga teachers, wellness practitioners, and anyone curious about integrating the healing power of sound into their life or practice. Over 7 to 10 days, you will move from simply appreciating the sound of the bowls to understanding their nature, history, and fundamental therapeutic applications. You will begin a lifelong relationship with these sacred instruments.
Perfect For
Complete beginners, yoga teachers, Reiki practitioners, massage therapists, meditators, and anyone seeking a unique and transformative wellness skill.
Certification
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Certificate in Foundational Singing Bowl Therapy from Shiv Tattva Yoga School.
Curriculum & Daily Schedule
Immersion in Vibration
The schedule is a blend of theory, practical hands-on training, and personal sonic experience.
A Typical Day
6:30 AM: Morning Meditation with Bowls (Passive Session)
7:30 AM: Pranayama & Gentle Yoga (to prepare the body as an instrument)
9:00 AM: Satvik Breakfast
10:00 AM: Theory Module (History, Types, Science of Sound)
1:00 PM: Satvik Lunch & Rest
2:30 PM: Practical Workshop (Playing Techniques, Finding the Sound)
4:30 PM: Application Module (Self-Healing, Simple Routines)
6:30 PM: Sound Bath Experience / Group Practice
8:00 PM: Light Dinner
9:00 PM: Journaling / Integration / Noble Silence
Detailed Curriculum Breakdown
Module 1: The History & Spirituality of the Bowls (5 Hours)
Origins and history: Tracing the bowls through Nepal, Tibet, India, and Bhutan.
The spiritual significance in Buddhist and Hindu traditions.
The sacred geometry and symbolism of the bowls.
The intention behind the seven metals and their astrological correlations.
Module 2: The Science of Sound & Vibration (10 Hours)
Physics of sound: Understanding frequency, amplitude, wavelength, and resonance.
The concept of entrainment: How vibration influences biological rhythms (brainwaves, heart rate).
The impact of sound on the nervous system: From beta to alpha, theta, and delta states.
Introduction to Cymatics: How sound influences matter.
Module 3: Types & Selection of Bowls (10 Hours)
Hand-hammered vs. machine-made bowls: Identifying quality and authenticity.
Understanding different sizes, weights, and their specific sonic properties.
The unique characters of Jambati, Thadobati, Remuna, Ultabati, and Manipuri bowls.
Practical sessions on how to choose your first bowl: Listening with your hands and heart.
Module 4: Fundamental Playing Techniques (15 Hours)
The art of striking: Using different mallets (wood, felt, leather) for different effects.
The sustained friction method: Finding the perfect pressure and speed for a continuous tone.
Posture and holding techniques for player comfort and optimal sound projection.
Basic circling techniques around the rim.
Module 5: Introduction to Healing Applications (10 Hours)
Self-Healing Practices: Creating a personal daily sound ritual for stress relief, chakra balancing, and deep meditation.
Sound Baths for Individuals: Learning a simple, full-body sound therapy sequence to perform on a willing partner.
Chakra Introduction:
Basic correspondence of specific bowl notes to the seven main chakras.
The healer’s mindset: Setting sacred space, intention, and ethical considerations.
Food & Accommodation
Accommodation: Students are provided with a comfortable, clean, and peaceful shared room (double or triple occupancy). Each room has attached bathrooms with running hot water, beds with clean linens, and storage space. The environment is kept quiet to support the sensitive nature of sound work.
Food: Your package includes three delicious, freshly prepared Satvik meals per day. Our vegetarian cuisine is designed to height your sensory awareness and maintain a clear, vibration-sensitive body.
Breakfast: Fresh fruit, oatmeal, nuts, seeds, herbal teas.
Lunch & Dinner: A variety of dal, rice, vegetables, soups, and salads, all prepared with consciousness and love.
“Purified water and herbal teas are available throughout the day.”
Pricing & What’s Included
Investment for 7-Day Course: $599 USD (Early Bird: $499 USD)
Investment for 10-Day Course: $799 USD (Early Bird: $699 USD)
What’s Included
6 or 9 nights personal with attached bathroom/shared accommodation.
Three satvik meals per day.
All course materials and a detailed manual.
Course tuition and certification.
Use of the school’s extensive collection of authentic Himalayan singing bowls during the course.
Guidance on purchasing your own bowls from trusted local artisans.