Level 1
Tibetan Bowls Training - The Ancient Wisdom of Himalayas
5.5 hours Certification Training with Santiago Nieto.
 
They are beautiful, powerful and mystical. Tibetan bowls are types of bells crafted with an incredible healing intention, a secret that the Himalayas have been saving as a precious treasure during the history.
 
We don’t know too much about the origins of these mysterious instruments which are nowadays being used worldwide for sound healing, and we feel fortunate to be able to learn how to apply them on our body with straightforward techniques. They calm our mind, stabilize our nervous system, and balance our energy field.
When these unique bells are played, they release a wide diversity of overtones which promote relaxation, mental peace, and help to improve sleep. They may also invoque a deep meditation state, channeling our concentration and focus through sound.
 
During this module, we will discover basic aspects of Tibetan bowls and know about their qualities for self-healing while practicing different techniques.
 
We will enjoy the followig program: 
• The enigmatic origins of Tibetan bowls.
• Overview of bowl types and composition.
• Practice the ample diversity of techniques to play.
• Self-healing with a bowl: the easy way to good health.
• Communication of bowl sounds between each other using all our senses.
• Creation of a collective sound bath with these metallic bells.
 
This module is accessible to anyone who wants to discover and experience the wonderful sound healing practice with Tibetan bowls, and dig into basic knowledge of these wise musical instruments. Whether you practice yoga asana or meditation, make music, practice any type of therapy, or simply want to learn more about these bells. No music, or Yoga experience is required.
 
The module is a first chapter of the two-day course ’Tibetan Bowls: Vibrational Wisdom from the Himalayas.’ Level 2, where we will navigate into a deep and comprehensive practice and learning of the therapeutic use of Tibetan Bowls. In order to join the Level 2 course, this introduction part is required.
Some written information will be given, however attendees will be provided with material to take notes.
 
About the Facilitator:
Santiago, who was born in Spain, is passionate about practicing sound therapy from different perspectives. His activities include handling individual treatments, workshop and course coordination, and sound educational project management. Having taken western classical music education at an early age focused on piano playing, and following his exploration and studies on contemporary and ancestral music for more than 25 years, his devotion to the transcendental path of sound led him to research different traditions worldwide and deeply study this field at Svaram Sound Experience, a centre for sound research located in Tamil Nadu (India), where he had the opportunity to collaborate and study deeply the vibrational part of Yoga.
 
Besides that, he has received a rooted knowledge of Tibetan bowls in Kathmandu (Nepal) by Master Shree K. Shahi, instruction and understanding of Gong Practices with Melanie Giles in Bangkok, and education in Thai Reflexology, Ayurvedic Massage, and Reiki practices.
 
He is also a Project Manager Professional, which adds an extra quality touch to the workshops, courses, and projects he coordinates. Furthermore, he has an endless passion for creating music, including calming concert performances, running events as a DJ, and producing tranquil electronic music.
 
Santiago believes in the connection between traditional and contemporary methods, with the mission of being a channel for people to experience a meditative state through sound, discovering the inner vibration we all have and resonating with the universe we belong in health, happiness, and peace. His sound healing vision follows inclusivity, being fed by different traditions around the globe.