The gong puja, created by grand gong master Don Conreaux, is a transformational sound ceremony which we are delighted to host at Limehouse Yoga for the first time on 2nd July at the ‘heart of summer’.
You will bring your bedding into the gong space and spend the whole night in a cocoon of vibrations from 8 high quality planetary and symphonic gongs. Our resident sound therapist Ali and her partner Andy hold a sacred, safe space for your healing as the gongs are played continuously for 8 hours by a rota of experienced gong practitioners.
This all-night sound ceremony celebrates the heart of summer, a time to welcome abundance and gratitude. We gather for an opening circle with meditation, sharing and intention setting then move into silence as the gongs begin to play. Please note the level of sound remains continuous through the night allowing you to drift into a transformative sleep like no other!
After the gongs finish in the morning there will be a deep silence, before guided integration through movement and breath. Limehouse chef Emma will lovingly create a grounding breakfast for us before the closing circle. Herbal teas and water are available through the night.
What to wear
The space is warm, however please dress warmly in layers and warm socks and be aware you will be laying still on the floor through the night.
What to bring
A closed flask/cup for any drinks brought into the space
Something to lay on that is appropriate for your body’s needs (e.g. several layers of yoga mats, camping mat or inflatable mattress – nothing that squeaks please or you will have to remove it)
Covers such as duvet, sleeping bag, blankets, a hot water bottle if you need
A pillow or cushion for your head and a scarf or eye pillow to shade your eyes
Any sacred objects you wish to place on the altar relating to the season or your intentions
An offering for the altar such as flowers or object from nature
Suitability
Not suitable for those who are pregnant or have not experienced a sound bath before. We ask that you have attended a min 3 sound baths before stepping into the Puja space (we have a June event at Limehouse).
If you have a pacemaker, tinnitus, epilepsy or metal implants from recent surgery please speak to me before booking. Please also contact me if you are experiencing mental health issues, need support for mobility issues or would like to talk through whether the puja is right for you at this time. We will require you to complete a health form upon booking and may contact you to talk through any health conditions.
The space will be kept meat, alcohol and drug free throughout. Please refrain from wearing strong perfumes or deodorants.
Flow of the event
8pm – Doors open. Please have your bedding set up by 8.30pm
8:30pm – Opening ceremony
Gongs from sunset until sunrise
7:15am – Breakfast, sharing & closing circle
You will need to clear your bedding etc by 9am
Please note that everyone is expected to stay for the closing ceremony as an integral part of the process
Investment: £125 – includes breakfast
Important pre-booking info
Before you are able to register for the event, you must fill out the Gong Puja Health Consultation form and submit it back to us. This is to ensure that you are able to attend the event safely and that the teachers are aware of any health conditions. Once we have received your form, you will be contacted to let you know whether you are able to register for the event.