8 best places in Singapore to go for sound healing
We’ve researched and compiled a list of spaces for you to unwind and recharge through the restorative power of sound
Text: Hui Yi Phua
credit: Arina Krasnikova
Imagine the soothing sound of waves gently crashing against the shore, or the melodious chirping of birds. When immersed in such soundscapes, many of us are able to feel a sense of calm wash over us. That, is the power of sound.
According to astrologer Lisa Stardust, “sound has long been associated with alleviating physical, emotional, and mental anguish”. 40,000 years ago, ancient Greeks and Egyptians have already begun to use sound as a healing method for illnesses. Today, sound healing (also known as sound therapy or sound meditation) has regained its popularity as a form of new age wellness.
Sound healing is an immersive experience that uses Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and bells to guide you through a meditative state. The tonal frequencies produced by the instruments are supposed to help bring your body to a state of vibrational balance and harmony, slowing down your brain waves to a deeply restorative state and activating your body’s system of self-healing.
Scientific studies on sound healing have shown that it can benefit our health in numerous ways, such as improved sleep, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as a decreased risk of heart disease. Furthermore, sound meditation was also found to be effective in reducing feelings of tension, anxiety and depression, and increasing spiritual well-being.
To help you reap the benefits of sound healing, we’ve put together a list of recommended studios in Singapore for you to experience this unique form of therapy.
Other than their classic Sound Healing Meditation Experiences, which are classes that utilise specific sacred sound instruments for different purposes (clearing negative energy in your head and body, unwinding and recharging, confidence boost, etc.), Space 2B also pairs sound healing with different healing experiences such as colour healing and yoga, and conduct themed immersive sound healing classes (Deep Ocean, Rainforest, Zen Temple Garden, etc.) as well.
In light of the pandemic, they have also added live-stream classes for you to experience sound healing at the comfort of your own home.
Where: 2B Stanley Street, Singapore 068721
How much: Prices start at $50 for single classes; membership prices range from $180 to $1,400
Jyan Yoga offers Crystal Bowls and Gong Sound Baths, both of which can help in re-balancing and unblocking your Chakra System via the sound vibrations of the instruments, allowing healing to take place from within. They now have virtual classes happening daily at cheaper rates as well.
Where: 64A Prinsep Street, Singapore 188667
How much: Single classes – $30, Packages – $160 to $1,000; Virtual classes – $12 to $128
The Singing Bowl Gallery has a total of 4 dedicated and experienced practitioners who are passionate about the healing effects of singing bowls. They each conduct weekly sound bath sessions that include an introduction to the healing technique, 10-minute long breathing exercise, 40-minute sound bath and 15-minute Q&A segment.
Where: 160 Robinson Road, #04-12 SBF Centre, Singapore 068914
How much: $36/session
This studio provides weekly sound bath sessions using Crystal Singing Bowls and Gong by two different practitioners – Jaslyn, a Reiker teacher, and Johnson, a Kundalini Yoga and Reiki level 3 teacher. While Jaslyns’ sessions mainly focus on the healing vibrations of her 8 Singing Bowls, Johnson uses meditation and breathworks to complement the Gong Bath. They have a mixture of online and onsite classes so you can choose whichever you prefer.
Where: 167 Geylang Road, #02-06, Singapore 389242
How much: $30/session
At Spa Esprit, they offer fresh alternatives for a rejuvenating energy boost. If you’re pressed for time, opt for the 20-minute Vibrator sound healing experience, where Tibetan Singing Bowls and Tingsha are used to lull you into a deep, relaxed state. Alternatively, for a more luxurious longer session, go for the 120-minute Super Vibrator experience, which includes an individualised energy mapping consultation, 90-minutes massage and finally, a reverberative, meditative sound healing experience.
Where: Multiple outlets at Wheelock Place, Great World City, and Raffles City Shopping Centre
How much: $80 for a Vibrator session, $250 for a Super Vibrator session
Besides the typical sound bath therapy, The Senses Therapy also combines sound healing with other elements like mood lightings and yoga for different healing functions. You can find suitable classes for stress relief, unwinding, better sleep and more. They have both online and in-studio classes as well as one-to-one and group sessions.
Where: 228A South Bridge Road, Singapore 058777
How much: $18 for a single online class, $36 for single common class, $180 for a 1-to-1 class
A Sound Healing session at Redefine Wellness entails meditation with breath followed by sound therapy with singing bowls and gong. The 90-minute sessions are meant to help you balance your nervous system to deepen relaxation and purify negative energies and emotions among many other benefits. They have afternoon classes every 1st and 3rd Tuesday and evening classes for every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursday.
Where: 333B Beach Road, Level 3, Singapore 199563
How much: $35/session
Christina Michele Rios is a certified Sound Meditation, Intuitive Healing, Breathwork and Yoga Nidra facilitator, Reiki and Australian Bush Flower Essences practitioner. She is also currently pursuing a degree in Holistic Health Science at Quantum University. Christina aims to empower everyone to be their own healer by guiding them to compassionately observe within and healing the relationship with self.
Where: Christina conducts private Ceremonies in-person and via Zoom. Click here for more information.
How much: Do contact Christina for more information on the Ceremonies’ prices.
