Your first session
Your first sound bath.
Everything you might want to know before you come: what a sound bath is, what happens on the night and how to get comfortable. In short, you lie down, and we play.
The basics
What is a sound bath?
A sound bath is a guided rest. You lie down, get comfortable and close your eyes while instruments are played around the room. You’re “bathed” in sound rather than water.
There’s no performance and nothing you need to do. The long, layered tones give a busy mind something gentle to rest on, which is why many people find it easier to switch off here than in silent meditation.
Every Solace Space sound bath is held by Maryrose, a sound healer and Reiki practitioner, and most are shared with a small group.
What you’ll hear
The instruments
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Crystal singing bowls
Frosted quartz bowls that hold a long, pure note. They are the heart of most Solace Space sound baths.
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Frame drum
A slow, steady beat, a little like a heartbeat, often used to help the room settle at the start.
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Chimes and bells
Light, sparkling sounds that move around the room and gently draw your attention.
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Voice
Soft humming or toning, sometimes alongside the bowls. You never have to join in.
On the night
How a session unfolds
Every gathering is a little different, and each event page explains its own plan. Most follow this shape.
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Arrive
Come a little early if you can. Find a mat, take your shoes off, and settle in with a blanket and cushion.
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Settle
A short welcome and a few slow breaths together, with the chance to set a quiet intention for the evening.
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Rest
Lie back, or sit if you prefer, and close your eyes. The sound bath begins and gradually fills the room.
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Listen
This is the longest part. Let the sound wash over you. Drift, notice, rest. There’s nothing to get right.
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Return
The sound fades and you come back slowly, with time to sit up, have some water and head home softly.
Getting comfortable
Wear
- Loose, comfortable clothes you can lie down in
- Layers: you cool down when you’re still
- Warm socks
Bring
- A water bottle
- An eye mask, if you like one
- Anything that helps you feel at ease
We provide
- Mats
- Blankets and cushions
- Eye masks
Afterwards
What you might notice
Everyone experiences sound differently, and the same person can feel something different each time. There’s no right response.
- Deeply relaxed, or as if you’ve had a long nap
- Drifting between waking and sleep
- Thoughts, memories or emotions surfacing
- Warmth, tingling or a sense of the sound in your body
- Very little at all, which is completely fine too
Company
Alone or with someone
Both are welcome. Many people come on their own and enjoy having an evening that asks nothing of them. If you’d like to come with a friend or partner, you can book more than one ticket, and some events have tickets for two.
Your wellbeing
Is it right for me?
Sound baths suit most people. Please get in touch before booking if you are pregnant, have epilepsy, have a pacemaker or other implanted device, are very sensitive to sound or have tinnitus, or have any condition you’re unsure about. We’ll talk it through, and we can often adapt things, such as where you lie.
If you have access needs, tell us and we’ll do what we can to make the evening work for you.
Ask us a questionDo I need any experience?
None at all. Most people at our gatherings are fairly new to sound baths. You don’t need to know how to meditate or do anything except rest.
What if I fall asleep?
It happens often, and it’s welcome. Your body may simply need the rest.
Do I have to lie down?
No. You can sit, lie on your side or move position whenever you need to. Comfort comes first.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Plenty of people come alone. Nobody is expected to talk unless they want to.
What if I need to leave the room?
That’s fine. Move quietly and come back whenever you’re ready.
What if I arrive late?
Please try to arrive on time, as the start sets the tone. If you’re running late, let us know and we’ll help you settle in as quietly as possible.
Should I eat beforehand?
A light meal an hour or two before is usually most comfortable. A very full stomach can make it harder to relax.
Is sound healing a medical treatment?
No. A sound bath is a space for rest and reflection. It is not a treatment for any condition or a replacement for care from a health professional.
Ready when you are.
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