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PROFESSIONAL GONG MASTERY TRAINING - quantum sound healing
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PROFESSIONAL GONG MASTERY TRAINING - quantum sound healing

Learn gong playing, sound healing techniques & how to lead gong baths for clients, groups & personal practice
Created byPaloma Zenka
Last updated 3/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Discover the basics and fundamentals of therapeutic sound with gongs
  • Apply resonance techniques to balance body and mind
  • Integrating neuroscience knowledge to enrich sound care practices
  • Use tools such as tuning forks and Tibetan bowls to enrich your sound treatments
  • Apply breathing techniques to amplify the therapeutic effects of sound
  • Design sound therapy sessions tailored to specific needs (stress, sleep, emotional balance)
  • Master the techniques of gong playing for deep relaxation and regeneration

Course content

5 sections47 lectures3h 7m total length
  • Introduction to module I2:38

    Module 1 is called Falling in Love, because playing the gong is more than just learning an instrument—it’s about building a relationship with sound and your instrument. Whether you're a complete beginner or already familiar with gongs, this journey will deepen your understanding and connection to this ancient art.

    Module content :


    • Gong History & Theory – Understanding the origins, evolution, and deeper meaning of the gong.

    • Rules & Transcendence – How discipline leads to flow and surrender in playing.

    • Code of Ethics & Responsibilities – The sacred responsibility of holding space with the gong.

    • Meditation & Intention – Approaching the gong with mindfulness and presence.

    • Basic Strokes (1-8) & Patience – Foundational techniques to create resonance and develop your unique sound.

    For a more complete education, I highly recommend reading the attached PDF, which contains additional insights, historical context, and expanded explanations to support your learning process.


  • Gong History & Theory - Fun facts & origins1:39

    Before we begin playing, let’s talk about the origins of the gong.

    Check out the attached PDF with extra information .

    Pages:

    • 003 - Fun facts

    • 004 - Origins

    • 005 - In different cultures & Eras

      * If videos on the PDF do not load from your computer, try on your phone and vice versa :)

  • Gong History & Theory - What is a Gong ?1:15

    Check out your PDF with extra information .

    Pages:

    • 006 - What is a Gong?

  • Gong History & Theory - The manufacturing process3:07

    Check out your PDF with extra information .

    Pages:

    • 007 - Manufacture

  • Gong History & Theory - Gong philosophy & telephonic resonance1:56

    Check out your PDF with extra information.

    Pages:

    • 008 - Gong philosophy

    • 009 - Telephonic resonance

    • 010 - Who is a Gong apprentice/teacher/master

  • Code of Ethics & Responsibilities8:07
    • Please refer to page 12 of your PDF

    These ethics aren't just rules; they are a way of living. Gong practice is a way to serve—yourself, those you're playing for, and the world. By living with integrity, kindness, and humility, each session becomes a special and safe experience.

  • Rules & Transcendence - Gong philosophy3:32

    Check out your PDF with extra information.

    Pages:

    • 013 - Transcendence

    • 013 - Patience & discipline

  • Meditation & Intention - Universal salutation3:08

    Check out your PDF with extra information.

    Pages:

    • 014 - Deep listening

    • 014 - Gong consciousness

    • 015 - Priming the Gong practice

    • 015 - Synesthesia

    • 015 - Universal salutation

    • 016 - Soul consciousness


    HOMEWORK :

    • Practice Universal Salutation (with signs only/with vocals only/ everything together)

    • Create you own meditation, intention, ritual of “priming of the Gong”


  • Basic Gong Strokes (1-8) & Patience - Posture & grip3:21

    Check out your PDF with extra information and videos.

    Pages:

    • 017 - Warm-up the Gong

    • 017 - Priming the Gong

    • 017 - Opening the heart

    • 017 - Muffling

    • 018 - Tie

    • 018 - Wave

    • 018 - Flam/Badam

    • 018 - Sandhaya

    HOMEWORK :

    • Practice patience & all above techniques

  • Basic Strokes - Warm up the Gong2:12
  • Basic Strokes - Priming the Gong3:26
  • Basic Strokes - Opening the heart4:26
  • Basic Strokes - Muffling2:24
  • Basic Strokes - Tie1:32

    You can try this technique with different speeds and areas of your Gong.

  • Basic Strokes - Wave1:58
  • Basic Strokes - Flam/Badam2:07
  • Basic Strokes - Sandhaya5:09
  • Homework & next steps4:16

    HOME-WORK SUMMARY:

    • Create you own meditation, intention, ritual of “priming of the Gong”

    • Practice Universal Salutation (with signs only/with vocals only/ everything together)

    • Learn benefits and side effects + recommendations before a Gong bath

    • Practice patience and all new techniques learned in this module

    • Answer & read questionary page 19 of your PDF

Requirements

  • Owning your own gong or planning to acquire one soon
  • No sound therapy prerequisites required

Description

MODULE I

  • Gong History & Theory – Understanding the origins, evolution, and deeper meaning of the gong.

  • Rules & Transcendence – How discipline leads to flow and surrender in playing.

  • Code of Ethics & Responsibilities – The sacred responsibility of holding space with the gong.

  • Meditation & Intention – Approaching the gong with mindfulness and presence.

  • Basic Strokes (1-8) & Patience – Foundational techniques to create resonance and develop your unique sound.

MODULE II

  • Equipment & Care – Choosing the right gong, mallets, and stands, and how to maintain them.

  • Sound Science Part I – Understanding resonance, frequency, and how sound waves affect us.

  • Your Voice – Exploring vocal toning, mantra, and using your voice as an instrument.

  • Sound Therapy & Other Instruments – How different sound tools can complement gong practice.

  • Advanced Strokes (9-18) – Taking your playing to the next level with new techniques and expressive strokes.

MODULE III

  • Sound Science Part II – Exploring advanced sound principles and their effects on the body and mind.

  • Your Breath – Understanding breath as a tool for deepening resonance and presence in gong practice.

  • Sound Awareness – Developing sensitivity to sound dynamics, frequencies, and their impact on energy.

  • Creating 1-on-1 Sessions – Structuring personalized gong sessions for individuals with intention and flow.

  • 13 Hand-Held Gong Strokes – Learning essential techniques for playing a gong while holding it, enhancing versatility.

MODULE IV

  • Art, Philosophy & Research – Understanding the intersection of sound, science, and spirituality, including cymatics, sentient water, and Nada Yoga.

  • Brainwaves & Sound Entrainment – Observing how sound affects our consciousness through brainwave entrainment, with a special focus on EEG studies.

  • Creating a Gong Bath – Designing and structuring a gong bath for individual and group experiences.

  • Planetary Gongs & Chakras – Exploring the cosmic resonance of planetary gongs and their connection to the body's energy centers.

  • Rhythm & Combination – Understanding how rhythm, numerology, and structured playing techniques shape sound experiences.

MODULE V

  • Shadow-Work – Facing and integrating the unconscious aspects of ourselves through sound.

  • Gong Puja – Exploring the deep meditative practice of overnight gong immersion.

  • Different Installations – Understanding how the arrangement of gongs shapes the experience.

  • Dance with the Gong – Moving beyond playing into an embodied sound practice.

  • Strokes 29-34 – Expanding your playing vocabulary to evoke deeper resonance.

  • Playing with Other Gongs & Players – Co-creating sound in harmony with others.

Who this course is for:

  • Beginning therapists and wellness practitioners wishing to integrate sound into their practices
  • Anyone interested in the benefits of therapeutic sound
  • People wishing to deepen their knowledge of the art of gong
  • Anyone wanting to deep dive into the world of gong