What is a Gong Bath?
A Gong Bath involves using healing gong sounds and frequencies to bring about healing and wellbeing. Gong and sound therapy have been practiced for thousands of years and are reputed to have many health benefits: Heart rate and respiration rates slow down and with the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, you may experience improved digestion, sleep and immune functioning. Sound frequencies work on a cellular level and studies suggest a Gong Bath can also support anxiety, stress, depression and release emotional blockages. More recently, there has been scientific evidence to suggest that certain forms of sound prompt DNA strands to repair themselves.
What to expect during a Gong Bath
When you attend a Gong Bath, you will be invited to lie down on a meditation mat and rest in a comfortable position. Nothing is expected of you, and you can just relax. A Gong Bath will last approximately 45 minutes; the gongs will be played quietly at the start of the session and the volume will slowly increase, though never to an uncomfortable level. There is always a short period of silence at the end of the session; this helps integrate the experience.
As a College of Sound Healing (CoSH)–trained Gong Practitioner, I offer 1:1 Gong Bath sessions designed to support deep relaxation, emotional release, and energetic rebalancing. My training is approved by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA) and the Therapeutic Sound Association (TSA), ensuring a high standard of professional, heart-centred sound healing.
Available Packages
Monday Fortnightly Digby Memorial Hall, Sherborne, Dorset.
£20 per person
Come along and experience an evening of deep relaxation using the healing sounds of the Gongs, Alchemy Bowls and other therapeutic instruments.
Including raw cacao and refreshments afterwards. Please bring a warm blanket and pillow, yoga mats provided. Gift vouchers available. Loyalty card included, 10th session is free. Children over 10 years old welcome if accompanied by an adult - charged at £10 per child.
Tuesday Fortnightly Gong Bath at The Calm Barn
£20 per person
Join us every other week at The Calm Barn in Trent, Dorset. The class is from 7pm - 8pm
Max 10 participants set in a beautiful, tranquil and quiet setting. You have a choice of a recliner, massage bed or floor yoga mat at no extra cost.
Private Group Bookings £200
Book a private session in the comfort of your own home or choose your own venue. Travel over 10 miles will be charged.
Galactic Sound Keys Reading £200
Receive a personalised galactic sound key reading. In-person or online. Read more about the sound keys here
1:1 Session £70 January 2026
Couples £85
This is a one 75 minute session at the London Road Clinic, Milborne Port, Somerset.
Retreats £300
Book a Gong bath for your own private day retreat. Travel over 10 miles will be charged. Please ask about our homemade Raw Cacao Chocolate hearts that make a lovely yummy addition to your experience.
Gift Vouchers Available for classes and 121 Sessions
Gift Vouchers available to be used towards group or 1-2-1 sessions.
🌟 Gong Bath Dates – 2025-2026
DIGBY MEMORIAL HALL – SHERBORNE
DT9 3NL
Time 7:30pm Every Fornight
Monday 3rd November
Monday 17th November
Monday 1st December
Monday 15th December
Monday 12th January 2026 Restart
THE CALM BARN - TRENT
Small class sizes
Time 7pm Every Fortnight
Tuesday 4th November Monday 1st
Tuesday 18th November
Tuesday 2nd December
Tuesday 16th December
Tuesday 13th January 2026 Restart
New Classes
The Open Pathway Meditation Centre
Queen Camel
Next Date to be confirmed 🗓️
Wednesday 17th December 7pm
Milborne Port Village Hall Morning Gong Class
Wednesday 7th January 2026
11am Gong Relaxation 2026
Wednesday 4th February 2026
11am Gong Relaxation
Wednesday 5th March 2026
11am Gong Relaxation
Sherborne Gongs – Cancellation Policy
Our Calm Barn classes are small and intimate, designed to offer a peaceful, high-quality experience for every participant. Each session involves careful planning, preparation, and the hiring of beautiful spaces to ensure a nurturing environment.
Because of this, all bookings are non-refundable.
We kindly ask for your understanding that cancellations, even with 48 hours’ notice, often cannot be filled due to the limited number of spaces available.
However, if you notify us at least 24 hours before your class, Sherborne Gongs will happily:
Move your booking to another class, or
Issue a gift voucher of equal value, valid for 6 months and redeemable at any of our venues.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the class start time are non-transferable and non-refundable, as it is unlikely we can offer your place to another participant at short notice.
Thank you for your understanding and for supporting the time, energy, and care that go into each Sherborne Gongs event.
About Carmen
Carmen creates an immersive experience of gentle yet powerful vibrations using a variety of gongs, crystal bowls and other therapeutic instruments. Carmen is a qualified and experienced Gong Practitioner and a member of the College of Sound Healing, having completed her training with world-renowned teacher, Sheila Whittaker. She is also a qualified Reiki Master, who has been supporting people on their healing journey since 2004.
Carmen is a self-taught musician, visionary artist, composer, and creator of otherworldly sounds. Through intuitive performance, voice and spoken word, she transports her audiences to a place of awakening and remembering.
Follow me on instagram for updates and events @sherbornegongs
@carmenbellewhitemusic