Sound Bath & Sound Healing

with Sarah Espe, RYT, C-ASM Sound Healing Practitioner

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of sound and vibration

During this shared auditory experience, participants will embark upon a variety of diverse tones and vibrations, intentionally devoid of a structured melody or beat. This deliberate arrangement allows participants to surrender to the sound, experiencing a profound meditative state. Be prepared to traverse the realms of consciousness, gently drifting in and out of awareness.

  • The impact on your body during a sound bath can be transformative. You may feel a sense of relaxation, profound calmness, or a rooted connection to the present moment. Your mind may undergo a spectrum of experiences, ranging from crystal-clear clarity to blissful emptiness, or being adorned with a kaleidoscope of colors, images, and shapes. Emotionally, the journey can be just as diverse, eliciting jxaoy, happiness, gratitude, relief, or even moments of introspective sadness or annoyance. Remember, there's no predefined script – each encounter is unique and deeply personal.

    It's important to acknowledge that everyone's threshold for sound and emotion is different. If at any point you find a sound too intense, loud, or uncomfortable, feel empowered to quietly exit the room. Similarly, if you encounter emotions or sensations that become overwhelming, there's absolutely no judgment in choosing to step out. Your well-being is our priority, and we encourage you to embrace your experience authentically, knowing that there is no right or wrong way to navigate a sound bath with Crown Yoga.

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Private Sound bath sessions

  • You will experience sound healing/therapy through the vibrations created from quartz crystal sound bowls and Koshi chimes. Additional instruments used may include:

    • Peruvian rainstick

    • Kalimba

    • Birdsong and nature sounds

    • Tuning forks

  • We have a handful of yoga mats to lend and a full assortment of props to make your experience as comfortable as it can be. Props include bolsters, blankets, blocks, and eye pillows.

    What to bring:

    • A yoga mat

    • A water bottle

    • Wear comfortable clothing

    Recommended and optional:

    • Any favorite blankets

    • An eye pillow

    • Regular pillow

    Your body will become cool during the sound bath, so please plan accordingly and bring whatever will keep you comfortable.

  • Please email us for pricing.

    Factors include:

    • Location or travel required

    • Group size

    • Session length

    Add-ons (listed in the section below) may also factor into the price of your workplace session.

  • One to 10 participants

  • Scroll down to Add-ons and Customizations to enhance your sound bath experience.

Collective Workplace Sound Bath Experience

Our collective sound bath, or “corporate” sound bath, is an offering for larger organizational, professional team wellness experience.

By integrating sound healing into your company or team’s routine, you may expect a profound improvement in organizational dynamics.

As stress levels subside and mental focus sharpens, overall productivity will rise. You may see a shift down in employee absenteeism and/or a boost in morale while enthusiasm grows stronger.

Investing in the well-being of your team can result in better job satisfaction, higher retention rates, enhanced performance, and (as a result) greater client satisfaction!

Sound bowl
Koshi Chimes

  • You will experience sound healing/therapy through the vibrations created from quartz crystal sound bowls and Koshi chimes. Additional instruments used may include:

    • Peruvian rainstick

    • Kalimba

    • Birdsong and nature sounds

    • Tuning forks

  • Employees will come as they are. Bringing a water bottle is encouraged.

    Recommended items to bring for optimal comfort:

    • Any favorite blankets

    • An eye pillow

    • Regular pillow

    • Water bottle

    • Yoga mat

    We have a limited supply of blankets, eye pillows, and yoga mats.

  • Please email us for pricing.

    Factors include:

    • Location or travel requested

    • Group size

    • Session length

    Add-ons (listed in the section below) may also factor into the price of your workplace session.

  • Group size is flexible.

  • Scroll down to Add-ons and Customizations to enhance your sound bath experience.

Add-ons & Customizations

Make this experience your very own with customizable add-ons for the perfect experience!

  • Hands-on adjustments are of the nicest elements of a savasana (the pose taken during a sound bath). We will gentle press the shoulders down and gently pull and swing the legs to readjust and provide tension release.

  • I use custom essential oil blends for relaxation or energizing, and a variety of other experiences in between. You may choose any combination below:

    • Cool face towels

    • Warm face towels

    • Roll-on oils (wrists, neck)

    • Temples (during savasana)

  • We providing reflective journaling prompts that help integrate the event experience and allow participants to document their experiences.

    This is particularly useful if your sessions are recurring.

  • Every sound bath session comes with a short, centering and grounding meditation. This guided meditation is longer and can include a body scan, visualizations, loving kindness, etc.)

    Length: 15 to 20 minutes

  • Meditating with mandalas can be a powerful way to calm the mind, reduce stress, and enhance focus.

    We provide unique mandalas for meditators to design using a variety of supplies, such as watercolor, colored pencils, markers, crayons, etc.

    BENEFITS

    Relaxation & Stress Reduction – The repetitive nature of mandala patterns induces a meditative state that calms the nervous system and reduces stress.

    Mindfulness – Engaging with the mandala encourages present-moment awareness, helping practitioners stay grounded and focused on their inner experiences.

    Creativity Stimulation – The creative process involved in making or coloring a mandala taps into the right side of the brain, fostering creative expression and problem-solving.

    Patience & Discipline – The detailed, step-by-step process of creating or coloring a mandala fosters patience and discipline, as the meditator works through the process with intention and care.

  • Restorative yoga is a low-impact, gentle, calming style of yoga designed to help the body and mind deeply relax and restore. It focuses on holding passive poses for extended periods, typically supported by props such as blankets, bolsters, blocks, and straps to ensure comfort and relaxation. The goal is to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes healing, reduces stress, and enhances relaxation

    How you’ll feel: Grounded, refreshed, relaxed, centered, connected, nurtured

    Targets: Joint health, detoxification, stress relief, self-love, self-compassion

  • Placing six selenite wands in a circle, the selenite will work with the body’s hemispheric balance to bring both sides into total alignment. In the process, any manifestations of imbalance can be eradicated.  

    Additionally, with this “vortex”, the selenite pulls the spinal column into alignment and thus increases one’s natural flexibility. 

  • Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep," is a deeply relaxing and restorative meditation practice that guides practitioners into a state of conscious relaxation. In this state, the body rests deeply, but the mind remains alert and aware.

    Yoga Nidra is typically practiced lying down in a comfortable position, and it involves a guided meditation through various stages to bring about physical, mental, and emotional relaxation.

    This is a really nice accompaniment to a sound bath.

Sound Bath FAQs

  • Normally, no. Unless you're participating in a floating sound bath on water.

    In general, please bring the following items with you to the sound bath:

    • Yoga mat

    • Blanket(s)

    • Eye pillow

    • Water bottle

    • An intention

  • Participants are “bathed” in sound waves produced by various musical healing instruments played by the practitioner. Sarah primarily uses quartz crystal singing bowls and Koshi chimes; however, you may also experience seed shell shakers, bamboo rain sticks, ocean drums, Tibetan singing bowls, and tuning forks.

  • The sounds and vibrations you will experience are varied and do not hook into a melody or beat. This allows you to release and let go, entering into a meditative state. You may find yourself drift in and out of awareness. Your body may become deeply relaxed, calm, or firmly grounded.  Your mind may experience clarity, peace, or nothing at all. You may see a variety of colors, images, shapes or patterns. You may experience a variety of emotions including joy and happiness, gratitude, relief, annoyance, or sadness. There is no right or wrong way to experience a sound bath.

  • Please know that if a sound bath experience is too strong, loud, or uncomfortable, it is OK for you to use ear plugs. Your body will still receive the benefit of the vibrations from the bowls.

    You may also leave the space. This goes for experiencing a feeling, sensation or emotion that is too strong or difficult to sit with. You may always leave the room or leave the venue.

  • Stress Reduction: Sound baths can induce a deep state of relaxation, helping to alleviate stress and tension.

    Improved Sleep: The calming sounds can contribute to better sleep quality and help with insomnia issues.

    Enhanced Meditation: Sound baths provide a soothing backdrop for meditation, aiding in achieving a focused and tranquil state of mind.

    Emotional Release: The vibrational frequencies may facilitate emotional release and help process unresolved feelings.

    Increased Mindfulness: Engaging with the sounds encourages mindfulness, promoting a heightened awareness of the present moment.

    Balanced Energy Centers: Sound baths are believed to balance and align the body's energy centers, promoting overall well-being.

    Stimulated Creativity: Some people find that exposure to unique sound patterns can enhance creativity and spark inspiration.

    Pain Relief: The vibrations can have a therapeutic effect, potentially providing relief from physical discomfort and pain.

    Enhanced Focus and Concentration: Regular exposure to sound baths may improve cognitive function and concentration levels.

    Improved Mood: The calming sounds can have a positive impact on mood, helping to alleviate feelings of anxiety or depression.

    Spiritual Connection: Sound baths are often associated with spiritual experiences, fostering a sense of connection to something greater.

    Release of Tension in Muscles: The vibrations can penetrate the muscles, promoting relaxation and releasing tension.

    Mind-Body Harmony: Sound baths aim to harmonize the mind and body, promoting a sense of balance and equilibrium.

    Promotion of Self-Healing: Some proponents believe that sound baths can stimulate the body's natural healing processes.

    Community and Connection: Participating in group sound baths can create a sense of community and shared experience, enhancing social connections.

  • Yes.

    Participants with the following health conditions need to check in with their medical team to confirm that a sound bath will be safe for them:

    Epilepsy. Some rare forms of epilepsy may be triggered by sound. Please confirm with a medical professional that a sound bath is safe for you.

    Implants or plates in the body (metal plates, pins, ball joints in particular). It is possible that the vibration of the sound may disrupt the function of metal in the body. Please confirm with a medical professional that a sound bath is safe for you.

  • Sound Baths are suitable for people of all ages from young children to the elderly. No previous experience participating in a sound bath or meditation is required.