BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:26@gongsound.co.uk DTSTART:20251214T170000Z DTEND:20251214T180000Z DTSTAMP:20250906T054429Z URL:https://gongsound.co.uk/events/gong-bath-improve-sleep-naturally-with- sound-therapy-december-14/ SUMMARY:Gong Bath - Improve sleep naturally with Sound Therapy DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a Relaxing Gong Bath\nExperience how Sound Therapy can he lp you to relax as you nourish and re-balance  your system.\n\nLay on a y oga mat (with a pillow and blanket) and listen to the therapeutic sounds o f Himalayan Bowls\, Crystal Bowls and Gongs. Contact Sue now on 07803 015 578 to book your Gong Bath or find out more.\n\nWhen: Sunday evening betwe en 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm\n\nWhere: Oxted United Reformed Church\, 21 Bluehou se Lane\, Oxted\, Surrey\, RH8 0AA\n\nCost: £22.00 per person\n\nParking: On-street parking in residential streets around Bookham\n\nWhat you need: A yoga mat\, your favourite pillow and a cosy blanket\n\nA Gong Bath is e specially good for restoring sleep patterns. It is a gentle form of Sound Therapy that can ease you into a deep\, nourishing sense of calm. You even start to remember what it feels like to really stop\, rest and relax.\n “Yesterday’s gong bath session was unbelievably lovely – I floated o ut both fully energised and deeply calm. You create such a peaceful and nu rturing space. I have no idea how you create such a range of sounds and fl ow so harmoniously between instruments. Blissful!” Mike\, Cobham\, Surre y\nFollowing the Gong Bath\nPeople often experience real benefits in the d ays that follow.  Many participants notice that they fall asleep more eas ily\, the quality of their sleep improves and they wake feeling thoroughly refreshed and invigorated. Sound therapy is excellent for encouraging rel axation which in turn has a wealth of associated benefits. It is a gentle form of Sound Therapy that encourages a deep\, nourishing sense of calm th at helps the everyday stresses of life ebb away. Many participants have sa id that it promotes a wonderful sense of wellbeing and  leaves them feeli ng positive and uplifted.\n\nWhy not come and see what it is like to exper ience the beautifully relaxing\,  gentle sounds produced by Gongs\, Himal ayan Singing Bowls and Crystal Bowls? Your entire system (body\, mind\, an d emotions) will be nourished as the music lulls you into a deep state of relaxation. Sound Therapy is a recognised therapeutic treatment that has b een shown to encourage an overall improvement in health and wellbeing.\nWh at to expect during a Gong Bath\nDuring a Gong Bath people often feel a pr ofound sense of peace and relaxation. Some participants experience images\ , patterns\, colours or even ‘movies’ in their minds eye. Others have moments of inspiration or insights into solving a problem which has been b othering them. Some even find relief from pain but all report feeling rela xed and a deep sense of calm.\nTime stands still\nLosing the sense of time during a Gong Bath is a common experience and some people often feel that only five or ten minutes have passed when the Gong Bath actually lasted f or nearly an hour. Afterwards\, some are glowing with feelings of joy and wonder. To get the full benefits from your Gong Bath we recommended that y ou take it easy and nurture yourself in the days that follow. Spend as muc h time as possible outdoors connecting with nature.\nWhat you need to do\n To enjoy the relaxing effects of a therapeutic Gong Bath you need to give yourself the gift of an hour of your time and wear comfortable clothing. L ie on a yoga mat with your favourite pillow and a cosy blanket. This is yo ur time to relax\, a time to stop and enjoy the benefits of closing your e yes and allowing the beautiful sounds to wash over you.\nWhat to expect on the day\nA Gong Bath begins with soothing sounds on the Himalayan bowls\; they produce gentle\, soft bell-like sounds and warm\, soothing\, nurturi ng\, long sounds to encourage deep relaxation. When the Gongs take over th eir deep sounds are often felt vibrating within your body. Later in the Go ng Bath the pure\, clear sounds of the Crystal Bowls will be heard. These beautiful bowls are incredibly relaxing and create a hypnotic and timeless effect. The Gong Bath ends with a range of therapeutic percussion instrum ents. The sounds of chimes\, rain stick\, and shakers bring everyone back to a more wakeful state.\n\nAfterwards\, many people look little dazed and it can take a little time to come back to reality before you are ready to return home. There is no rush\, and everyone can take the time they need. This can be an opportunity to share experiences either with one another\, the group or on a more personal level with Sue.\n\nFor more information p lease visit our page on the Gong Bath Experience.\n“I found this session energising and rejuvenating – it made me feel like hopping and skipping \, so carefree! I took a deep breath and felt the sensation of floating –  it was surreal and I felt very happy and peaceful feelings wash over me. The haunting sounds were quite wonderful and dream-like. My hands and joints are no longer painful (arthritis) and the pain relief lasted for s everal days.  I feel happy and more energetic and my sleep improved after the session.” Gina\, Woldingham\, Surrey\nWhere can I experience a Gong Bath?\nWhen: Sunday evening between 5.00 pm and 6.00 pm\n\nWhere: Oxted U nited Reformed Church\, 21 Bluehouse Lane\, Oxted\, Surrey\, RH8 0AA\n\nCo st: £22.00 per person\n\nParking: On-street parking in residential street s around Bookham\n\nWhat you need: A yoga mat\, your favourite pillow and a cosy blanket\n\nContact Sue now on 07803 015 578 to book your Gong Bath or find out more. CATEGORIES:Group Gong Bath LOCATION:Oxted United Reformed Church\, 21 Bluehouse Lane\, Oxted\, 0AA\, U nited Kingdom GEO:51.260134;-0.003337 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=21 Bluehouse Lane\, Oxted\, 0AA\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Oxted United Reformed Chu rch:geo:51.260134,-0.003337 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR