Health Information

Your Wellbeing

Your wellbeing is important to Gather & Resonate.

Every experience is thoughtfully designed to offer a calm and welcoming space where you can pause, rest and reconnect.

During a sound bath, crystal singing bowls, chimes and grounding drum rhythms are played while guests rest comfortably.

Sound levels, tones and vibrations vary throughout the experience, and everyone responds differently.

Sound baths are suitable for many people, but they may not be appropriate for everyone or may require additional consideration.

Please read the information below before booking or attending.

Before Booking

Please contact Gather & Resonate before booking, and seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional where appropriate, if any of the following apply:

  • you are pregnant;

  • you have epilepsy or a history of seizures;

  • you have a pacemaker or another implanted electronic medical device;

  • you use hearing aids or a cochlear implant;

  • you experience tinnitus, Ménière’s disease, hyperacusis or significant sensitivity to sound;

  • you have a heart, neurological or sensory condition that may affect your participation;

  • you have recently undergone surgery or are recovering from an injury or medical procedure;

  • you are currently receiving, or have recently completed, significant medical treatment;

  • you are experiencing an acute or unmanaged mental-health episode;

  • you have post-traumatic stress, anxiety or another condition that may be affected by lying still, closing your eyes, unfamiliar sounds or being in a group environment;

  • you have any health, mobility, accessibility or wellbeing concern that may affect your ability to participate comfortably and safely; or

  • you are unsure whether a sound bath is suitable for you.

This list is not exhaustive.

Having one of these circumstances does not necessarily mean that you cannot attend. It means that the experience may require further consideration, professional advice or a reasonable adjustment.

People with hyperacusis may find everyday sounds unusually loud, uncomfortable or painful, so anyone with significant sound sensitivity should seek appropriate advice before attending. 

Where you are pregnant, please speak with your midwife, GP or another appropriately qualified healthcare professional before attending.

Alcohol and Drugs

You must not attend while under the influence of alcohol, recreational drugs or any substance that may impair your awareness, judgement or ability to participate safely.

Gather & Resonate may refuse admission or discontinue participation where this is reasonably necessary to protect your safety or the wellbeing of others.

Your Responsibility

Participation is voluntary.

You are responsible for considering whether the experience is appropriate for your health and wellbeing and for seeking professional advice where you are uncertain.

You do not need to disclose a detailed medical history. However, please contact Gather & Resonate where there is information reasonably necessary to:

  • assess whether the experience is suitable;

  • consider a reasonable adjustment;

  • support your comfort or accessibility; or

  • respond appropriately in an emergency.

Any health or accessibility information you choose to provide will be handled in accordance with the Gather & Resonate Privacy Notice.

Accessibility and Adjustments

Gather & Resonate aims to make its experiences as welcoming and accessible as reasonably possible.

Please get in touch before booking, or as early as possible before attending, if you would like to discuss:

  • mobility or positioning needs;

  • seating instead of lying down;

  • hearing or sensory requirements;

  • sound sensitivity;

  • access to the venue;

  • leaving the room during the experience;

  • support from a companion; or

  • another reasonable adjustment.

Requests will be considered individually, taking account of your needs, the nature of the experience, venue facilities and relevant safety considerations.

What to Expect

During a Gather & Resonate sound bath, you will usually spend most of the experience resting comfortably while listening to crystal singing bowls, chimes and grounding drum rhythms.

The sounds may vary in tone, volume and intensity throughout the experience.

You may choose to lie down or use another comfortable position where the venue and available space allow.

You are welcome to bring items that support your comfort, such as:

  • a yoga/exercise mat;

  • a blanket;

  • a cushion or pillow;

  • an eye mask; and

  • water.

There is no right or wrong way to experience a sound bath.

Some guests remain fully awake, while others feel sleepy, restful or meditative.

You may also find that certain sounds feel more noticeable or stimulating than others.

You are never required to close your eyes, remain completely still or continue participating if you feel uncomfortable.

You may:

  • change position;

  • sit up;

  • remove your eye mask;

  • take a break; or

  • quietly leave the room at any time.

Please let the facilitator know as soon as possible if you feel unwell, distressed, dizzy, uncomfortable or require assistance.

Do I Need Previous Experience?

No previous experience is necessary.

There is nothing you need to achieve or perform during the sound bath.

You are invited to make yourself comfortable, remain aware of your own needs and engage with the experience in the way that feels appropriate for you.

Before You Arrive

To support a comfortable experience, please:

  • arrive no more than 10 minutes before the time stated in your booking confirmation;

  • wear comfortable clothing;

  • bring water;

  • bring any permitted comfort items listed in the event information;

  • eat and hydrate in the way that is normal and appropriate for you;

  • avoid attending under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs; and

  • switch your phone and smart devices to silent before entering the space.

Unless otherwise stated, please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the scheduled start.

Late arrivals cannot normally be admitted once the sound bath has begun, as opening the room may disturb guests and interrupt the experience.

During the Experience

Please continue to listen to your body throughout the sound bath.

You are welcome to change position or leave quietly at any point.

Do not continue simply because other guests remain still.

In an emergency, Gather & Resonate may contact the emergency services and provide information reasonably necessary to protect your health or safety.

After Your Sound Bath

Everyone responds differently to a sound bath.

Some guests report feeling relaxed, rested or grounded afterwards. Others may simply feel as they normally do.

You may also feel tired, alert, reflective or emotionally aware. These experiences are individual and are not guaranteed outcomes.

Take a little time to reorient yourself before leaving.

You may wish to:

  • sit up gradually;

  • drink some water;

  • eat if appropriate for you;

  • take a few quiet moments before returning to other activities; and

  • rest afterwards if you feel tired.

If you are driving, cycling or operating machinery, only begin your journey when you feel fully alert, comfortable and able to do so safely.

If you experience persistent, unusual or concerning symptoms after the experience, seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Important Information

Gather & Resonate sound baths are intended to support relaxation and general wellbeing only.

They are not medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical or mental-health condition.

They are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Gather & Resonate cannot determine whether participation is medically suitable for you.

Gather & Resonate may reasonably decline admission or discontinue participation where this is necessary to protect the health, safety or wellbeing of a guest, facilitator, venue team or other attendee.

Any decision will be made reasonably, without unlawful discrimination and with appropriate consideration given to reasonable adjustments.

Before Completing Your Booking

By completing your booking, you confirm that:

  • you have read this Health Information;

  • you have considered whether the experience is appropriate for you;

  • you will seek professional advice where you are uncertain;

  • you will follow reasonable health and safety instructions; and

  • you will contact Gather & Resonate where an adjustment or relevant safety consideration needs to be discussed.

You are not confirming that you have disclosed your full medical history.

Questions?

For questions about the experience, accessibility or adjustments, please contact:

Email: hello@gatherandresonate.co.uk

Gather & Resonate cannot provide medical advice. Questions requiring an assessment of your health or medical suitability should be directed to your GP, midwife, consultant or another appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Further Information

The Frequently Asked Questions page → explains what to expect, what to bring, what to wear and other practical information for first-time guests.

By booking a Gather & Resonate experience, you confirm that you have read this Health Information alongside the Terms & Conditions and acknowledge the Privacy Notice.