Sound Bath and Meditation Workshop near Istanbul

A meditation carried by crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls and shamanic instruments. You lie down and listen to how the sound is heard in your body.

What do we do in the workshop?

We begin with a short breathing practice. Then you lie down and I play the crystal bowls, the Tibetan bowls, the gong and the smaller shamanic instruments in turn. There is nothing you need to do; lying back and listening is enough.

Sound is also heard in the body as vibration. Some participants describe a deep stillness, some a state close to sleep, some remember something they were not expecting. The experience differs from person to person, so I would suggest coming without expectations.

At the end we sit for a few quiet minutes and whoever wants to shares what they felt. You do not have to share.

Where do we do it?

At Şifa Köyü in Şile or at a venue you choose. The instruments are mine; comfortable clothes and a mat are all you need to bring.

Tell me how many of you there will be and where you would like to do it, and we can set the length together.

Frequently asked questions

What is a sound bath and what happens in one?

A sound bath is a meditation you listen to lying down. In my workshop we begin with a short breathing practice, then you lie back while I play crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, the gong and smaller shamanic instruments one after another. You don’t have to do anything except listen. We finish by sitting quietly for a few minutes.

Is there a sound bath near me in Istanbul?

Yes, if you’re in or near Istanbul. I hold the workshop at Şifa Köyü (Healing Farm) in Şile, and because the instruments are mine, I can also bring it to a venue you choose. If you wish, we can do it online too. Tell me roughly where you are and how many people will join, and we’ll let you know the next dates.

What should I bring to a sound bath meditation?

Bring comfortable clothes and a mat to lie on, and that’s it. The bowls, the gong and the other instruments are mine, so there’s nothing to buy or learn beforehand. I’d also suggest leaving your expectations at home: the sound is felt in the body as vibration, and each person meets it in their own way.

What will I feel during sound therapy?

It’s different for everyone, so I can’t tell you in advance. Some people describe a deep stillness, some drift close to sleep, and some find an unexpected memory surfacing. Whatever happens, this is a listening meditation and not a medical treatment. If you have a health concern or you’re under a doctor’s care, please check with your doctor first.

How do I book a sound therapy workshop for a group?

Write to us with how many of you there will be and where you’d like to do it: at Şifa Köyü in Şile or at a venue of your own. We set the length together from there, and we’ll tell you the dates I have free and the price. Sharing at the end is optional for everyone.

Where can I join a sound bath in Istanbul in English?

You can join my group sound bath at Şifa Köyü (Healing Farm) in Şile, Istanbul, and I guide it in English. I’m Merve Tüfekçi. After a short breathing practice you lie down while I play crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, the gong and smaller shamanic instruments. You lie back and listen. The farm sits outside the city, with soil and green all around. This is a listening meditation, not a medical treatment. Write to us for the next date.

Can you bring a sound bath to our office for a team wellbeing session?

Yes, I bring the instruments, so I can hold the sound bath at your office or another venue you choose in Istanbul. I’m Merve Tüfekçi. Your team begins with a short breathing practice, then lies down and listens while I play crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls and the gong. Nobody has to do or share anything. It is not a medical treatment, and each person hears it differently. Tell us how many you are and we will plan it together.

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Sound therapy and meditation workshop With crystal bowls, outdoors

Corporate sound therapy and meditation workshop Outdoors with a company team

Sound therapy with crystal bowls In the woods, under the wooden shelter

Important information: These services are not intended as treatment and do not prevent or cure any illness. I am not a medical doctor; the sessions I give are experiential practices for personal awareness, spiritual exploration and wellbeing. If you have an ongoing health concern or treatment, please consult your doctor.

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