Timmy has been working and experimenting with StarLight Portal's in-store inventory of gongs from Grotta Sonora. Enthusiasm for exploring the alchemy of sound, along with his background in coaching independent thinkers, gives Timmy a strong voice in the world of sound healing. Click on the link for the practitioner page to read Timmy's biography. This 6-hour Gong Workshop for Beginners will guide you through the following aspects: 1.Introduction to Gong Basics:Participants will learn the fundamental principles of gongs, including their history, cultural significance, and different types of gongs available. 2. Understanding Sound Healing:Participants will gain an understanding of the therapeutic benefits of gongs and sound healing, including how vibrations and frequencies can impact the body, mind, and spirit. 3. Hands-on Experience:Participants will have hands-on experience with gongs, including opportunities for guided practice sessions, individual exploration, and receiving feedback from instructors on their playing technique.4. Different Playing Techniques:Participants will learn how to play the gong effectively, including proper mallet techniques, striking methods, and how to produce a range of sounds and tones.5. Creating Relaxation and Meditation: Participants will learn how to use gongs for relaxation and meditation purposes, including techniques for inducing a meditative state, promoting deep relaxation, and reducing stress and anxiety.6. Practical Application:Participants will receive practical guidance on how to incorporate gongs into their daily lives and personal wellness routines, including how to create a sacred space for gong practice, integrate gong sessions into meditation or yoga practice, and use gongs for self-care and healing. 7. Community and Connection:Participants have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share an interest in gongs and sound healing, as well as the chance to learn from experienced instructors and share their own experiences and insights. Location: StarLight Portal, 216 -1st street West, Cochrane, AB, Canada(Next door to McKay's Ice Cream)Time: 10am to 5pm