Sit in a quiet room in Swarg Ashram while someone plays a singing bowl slowly beside you. Many people notice their breathing settle within a few minutes. That is how most of our students first understand sound healing, and it is why every day of the course starts with a session.
At Rishikul Yogshala Rishikesh, we teach sound healing as a practical skill. Over 3, 5 or 7 days you learn to play singing bowls, gongs, chimes and tingsha with proper technique. You study how sound and frequency are understood in the Vedic tradition and in modern science, and you learn to lead a group sound meditation or a one-to-one session yourself.
People join for different reasons. Some are yoga teachers who want to bring sound into their classes. Some are healers or therapists looking for a gentler way to hold space. Some just want a meditation practice that doesn’t depend on sitting in silence. You don’t need to read music or have played an instrument before.
Sound healing is a relaxation and meditation practice. Many people leave a session feeling calmer, but it does not replace medical or psychological care, and we teach it that way.
Choose from a 3-day, 5-day or 7-day course, with fees starting at $199. Each course includes daily sound sessions, guided meditation and a certificate. You can join for the course only, or choose a package with stay and meals.
3 – 7 Days
12 – 28 Hours
Certification
Foundation Practitioner Level
3 Days12 Hours
Level 1Course Highlights
Therapeutic & Energy Healing Focus
5 Days20 HoursLevel 1 & 2Course Highlights
Advanced Practitioner & Sound Therapist Training
7 Days28 HoursLevel 1, 2 & 3Course Highlights
Note: If you choose to enrol for the course only, without the accommodation package, we can still help arrange food and accommodation separately at an additional cost. Also, please note that accommodation can be arranged in nearby buildings around the school, so it is not necessary to stay in the main school building. We will be happy to help you find a comfortable option according to your preferences. Our aim is to make your stay and learning experience as comfortable and convenient as possible. 🙏
3-Day Sound Healing Course
Foundation Practitioner Level
Full Curriculum 3 modules
Course Includes
Taught in English. Courses start on the 30th of every month.
5-Day Sound Healing Course
Therapeutic & Energy Healing Focus
Full Curriculum 4 modules
Course Includes
Taught in English. Courses start on the 30th of every month.
7-Day Sound Healing Course
Advanced Practitioner & Sound Therapist Training
Full Curriculum 6 modules
Course Includes
Taught in English. Courses start on the 30th of every month.
Course Dates & Details
Note: This schedule is for reference. Class timings may change depending on the availability of the teacher.
Sound Healing Course in Rishikesh
Rishikesh has been a centre for yoga and meditation for generations, and sound practice fits naturally here. You study in a quiet part of Swarg Ashram, near Ram Jhula, with the Ganga a short walk away.
Sound work needs a calm space and a settled mind. Away from the noise of a big city, you can hear the instruments properly, and the evenings by the river are a good time to rest between sessions.
You don’t spend the week watching. You play the bowls and chimes yourself, receive sessions from your teacher, and practise on each other in pairs and small groups.
Daily sessions give you time to listen and slow down before you ever teach. Many students keep using sound as a personal meditation practice long after the course ends.
You leave knowing how to run a short group sound meditation or a one-to-one session. Yoga teachers can use it in classes, and others can offer it to friends, family or clients, within what they are trained for.
History of Singing Bowls
Types of Bowls
18 - 20 Therapies
Group Healing Sessions
Conch
Tingsha
Om Bell
Swinging Chime
Bar Chimes
Many people find sound practice calming. Early research is promising but still limited, so we describe what students often experience rather than promise results.
Slow, steady sound gives the mind something gentle to follow. Many people feel more relaxed and less tense after a session. Small studies suggest singing bowls may help reduce anxiety and low mood.
If sitting in silence is hard, sound can make it easier to settle. The instruments give your attention a place to rest, and many students find they stay with it longer.
Some people sleep more easily after an evening session. Research on sleep is early, so we see this as a possible benefit, not a guarantee.
In yoga and Ayurveda, sound is linked to prana and the chakras. We teach these as traditional ideas, and students are free to explore them in their own way.
You learn to hold a calm, quiet space for others, whether in a yoga class, a small group or one-to-one.
Rishikesh has long been a place for yoga and meditation, so it is easy to find a quiet, focused setting here. The school is in Swarg Ashram near Ram Jhula, a short walk from the Ganga, and many students combine the course with yoga or meditation classes in town.
No. You don't need to read music or have played an instrument before. Beginners start with the basics of sound and playing technique, and students with some experience can choose the 5- or 7-day course to go further.
Yes. You play the instruments yourself, receive sessions from your teacher, and practise in pairs, small groups and one-to-one.
You receive a certificate from Rishikul Yogshala Rishikesh for the course you complete, based on attendance and participation.
For the course only, the 3-day course is $199, the 5-day course is $375, and the 7-day course is $425. With stay and meals, the 3-day course is $295, the 5-day course is $500, and the 7-day course is $650.
You can choose. Each course has a package with stay and meals, or you can join for the course only. If you choose the course only, we can still help arrange food and accommodation separately at an additional cost. Accommodation may be in nearby buildings around the school rather than the main school building, and we will help you find a comfortable option.
No. It is a relaxation and meditation practice. Many people feel calmer after a session, but it does not replace medical or psychological care, and we teach it that way.
We will get back to you as soon as possible. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours, please email us at contact@rishikulyogshalarishikesh.com.
By Airway
The nearest domestic airport is Jolly Grant Airport (approximately 35 km away), while the nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (about 250 km from Rishikesh). Both airports offer easy access to taxis and buses. If needed, you can also contact the school directly for a pickup.
By Railway
You can travel to Rishikesh directly by train. The city has its own railway station called Yog Nagari Rishikesh (Code: YNRK). Tickets can be pre-booked directly through the IRCTC website. Upon arriving at the Rishikesh railway station, you can book a taxi to the school. However, if you do not find a suitable train to Rishikesh, you can take a train to Haridwar, which is just about an hour away. From Haridwar, cabs to Rishikesh are easily available.
By Bus/Cabs
Rishikesh is well connected by road to major cities across India. Both private and government-operated buses are available from different locations. You can also pre-book a cab via Uber, Ola, or local taxi operators for a convenient and comfortable journey.
Note: Whether you are arriving via airport, Rishikesh railway station, or Haridwar railway station, taxis to Rishikul Yogshala are easily available. For added convenience, you can also contact the school in advance to have a taxi arranged for your pickup.
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Rishikul Yogshala Rishikesh, Narayan Kunj, Jonk Village, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304