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Three monthly group Sound Baths in Totnes

Deeply restorative sound baths in Totnes, held in an intimate yurt setting and designed to support nervous system regulation, deep rest, and inner spaciousness.

 

These small group sessions take place across three Fridays each month and have been running consistently in Totnes for over four years, offering a calm, steady space to return to.

 

A more considered kind of sound bath

These sessions are intentionally small and held in a dedicated yurt space, rather than a temporarily hired venue.

Everything is prepared in advance for your comfort – soft mats, blankets, cushions, eye pillows, and sheepskin throws – so you can fully settle from the moment you arrive. 

 

The gentle scent of frankincense and pine wood from north German forests greets you on arrival, creating a subtle sense of grounding as you enter the space.

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Comfort and support

Every detail of the space is designed to help you settle fully.

There are three extra thick flat yoga mat stations set up, which include a sheepskin throw, cushions,  and blankets, and are  provided with an optional heated water bottle,plus six enhanced comfort spaces available.

Two of those six spaces are set up with a crystal-lined infrared heat mats, placed on deep four-inch foam mattress. These can be especially supportive if lying on a padded yoga mat does not feel suitable for your body.

I also offer four luxury airbeds, again these all have sheepskin throws plus heated blankets that go on top.

There is no additional charge for these, but they are limited, so please email in advance if you would like to reserve a particular mat.

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The log burner is lit before the session to keep the entire space warm and cosy - usually around 20-22 degrees.

Comfortable layers is the best clothing choice, but I do ask that socks are worn inside the Yurt to protect the interior and decor long term.

(Spare freshly laundered  bamboo socks are always available if you forget)

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A different kind of arrival

When you arrive, there is no pressure to speak with the group or share unless your feeling sociable.

You are simply invited to settle onto your mat, and have a little look at you chosen oracle cards. 

 

The session begins with Reiki, offered either with light touch or without contact, supporting grounding and regulation before the sound begins.​

 

The Sound Journey

The main part of the evening is a deeply immersive gong bath, lasting around 50–55 minutes.

You are invited to simply lie back, soften, and allow yourself to be carried by layers of sound and vibration created by multiple gongs and instruments.

I work with a collection of gongs, including several large gongs, creating a rich, spacious sound field that is felt throughout the body as much as it is heard.

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This is why many people describe the experience as grounding, regulating, and deeply restorative.

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Experience and training

These sound baths are guided by highly experienced sound therapist Olivia Carter.

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My training includes extensive study with internationally respected gong teacher and two times author Sheila Whittaker, including some time spent with Don Conreaux in 2024.

I have also revived further advanced training with the wonderful percussionist and musican Mike Tamburo, known for his deeply immersive, multi-instrument approach to sound work.

 

This depth of training allows each session to be held with sensitivity, awareness, and a refined understanding of sound as a therapeutic tool.

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What are the benefits of a Sound Bath?

For those of you on instagram, I have put together a short 6 part series on some of the benefits of sound (there is link to my instagram  on the home page of this website)

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You may also like to look though the blogs post page, again here on this website, were you will find some useful articles I have written on the vairoiuse benefits of Sound.

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But if I had to distil my intention for every Sound Bath I offer into one thing, it would be this: to give your nervous system an opportunity to settle, your body permission to stop bracing and holding, and for you to experience a pocket of genuine rest within the busyness of modern life.

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The gift of stillness

The journey concludes with a short period of silence, sometimes referred to as shunyata,  a moment of stillness where the body integrates the experience.

This quiet space is an essential part of the session, often where the deepest rest is felt.

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After the session

At the end of the session, you are welcome to leave quietly or stay and share your experience informally with others as a gentle moment of transition before returning to your evening.

Many people return regularly, using these sessions as a monthly reset.

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Who comes to a sound bath?

People from all walks of life attend these sound baths in Totnes.

Some come alone, some with a friend, and many are complete beginners who have never experienced a gong bath before.

No experience is needed, and there is no requirement to share or participate in any group discussion.

Simply wear comfortable clothing and bring a willingness to rest and enjoy an hour and half 'off' from your everyday life.

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Practicalities

Sessions take place on the first second and third of each month

• Gates open at 7:00pm

• Session begins at 7:15pm

• Late entry is not possible once the session has begun

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There is a short walk down the garden to reach the yurt. Please wear suitable footwear, especially during wetter months.

There isnt a huge amount of space in the yurt to store large bags. small handbags are fine.

Free parking is available on the main road (no parking in the cul-de-sac)

Refunds or booking changes can be made up to 48 hours before the session.

The yurt is a socks-on- space (bamboo socks are provided if needed)

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Contraindications

Group gong baths may not be suitable for:

• Epilepsy

• Sound-sensitive anxiety or panic conditions

• First trimester of pregnancy

• Pacemakers

• Severe osteoporosis

• Recent metal implants

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Address and session information is attached to your booking confirmation email sent at the time of booking your session.

The yurt is a 15 minute walk up from the seven stars hotel in Totnes Town

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