Have you ever wished to play a gong?  Now is your chance to spend a week surrounded by and becoming one with the sounds of the universe. 

In this hands-on workshop you will develop your ability to listen, to become one with the gong, to understand how to tap into and play the universal sound current. The workshop is suitable for all levels from the beginner who has never touched a gong but is interested to learn to those who have had some experience and wish to go the next level.  If you own a gong then please bring it with you, if not you will be playing the Red Doors house gongs - the largest collection in Asia. If you wish to purchase a gong prior to the workshop we can help to advise you on your purchase.

Class size is limited to ensure every student has one gong to themselves and to allow for optimum playing and practice time.  

Level 1 Basic Gong Training  (3 days)  Core-CAT

Knowledge and skills to play for yourself using standing and hand held gongs

 A three day accelerated course in basic and intermediate techniques for playing the gong.  No prior experience is required and the course is suitable for beginners as well as those who have some knowledge of, or exposure to playing.

 Gongs are provided, or you may bring your own. Speak to us if you wish to purchase your own gong prior to the workshop. We gladly provide advice and recommendations of trusted suppliers.  Remember to allow at least 2-3 weeks delivery time prior to the workshop.  

 In this workshop you will learn:

 History and lore of the gong

How to approach a gong

The power of intention / purpose

Develop your ability to listen

Basic techniques for one and two handed playing

Understand the effects of playing different areas of the gong

How to create a full experience of sound with rhythm, volume, and playing patterns.

How to select and take care of your gong

Overview of various ways of using the gong.

Ethical considerations and responsibilities as a gong player

 If you are a therapist, nurse, yogi or yoga teacher, musician, meditation teacher, naturopath, or energy healer these powerful instruments can augment and magnify your existing practices.    When playing the gong you benefit almost as much as the audience.  Take this opportunity to learn for yourself, for others and for the community.  By the end of the workshop you will have the knowledge and basic skills required for playing for yourself as well as for others. Upon completion you will receive a Certificate of Attendance issued by Red Doors Studio.

ave you ever wished to play a gong?  Now is your chance to spend a week surrounded by and becoming one with the sounds of the universe. 

In this hands-on workshop you will develop your ability to listen, to become one with the gong, to understand how to tap into and play the universal sound current. The workshop is suitable for all levels from the beginner who has never touched a gong but is interested to learn to those who have had some experience and wish to go the next level.  If you own a gong then please bring it with you, if not you will be playing the Red Doors house gongs - the largest collection in Asia. If you wish to purchase a gong prior to the workshop we can help to advise you on your purchase.

Class size is limited to ensure every student has one gong to themselves and to allow for optimum playing and practice time.  

Level 2 Playing for Others (3 days)  Thee-CAT

Leading gong relaxations for individuals and groups including understanding the science of sound and the application of gongs to elicit specific results.

 This workshop builds on the foundations laid in Level 1. In addition you will learn how to prepare, structure, lead and close a transformational gong experience for individuals or a group.

 At the conclusion of the workshop you will:

·       Built confidence with the skills learned in Level 1

·       Understand the basis of the science of sound as a therapeutic tool and its application using gongs

·       Have a template to assess a client’s needs

·       Know how to prepare yourself and the environment to achieve maximum effect

·       Know how to structure a session with a particular intention through the choice of gong, meditation, mantra, mudra, posture

·       Reinforce intuitive play and grounding practices while playing

·       Understand how to use a gong during a yoga practice

Level 3- Playing With Others - Team Cat

Advanced playing techniques to play in concert with others incorporating various sacred sound instruments.

Building on the foundations and skills of Levels 1 and 2, you expand your competence from micro- to macro by listening to others and playing together to create a unique shared experience.  It is expected at this point you are competent with the strokes, are able to control the gong, can play both hand held and standing gongs, have mastered the art of listening and intuitive play and are ready to advance to the next level.  We will introduce other sacred instruments such as drums, conchs, singing bowls, shruti and most importantly, voice. 

This module prepares you for playing with others to offer a multi-player, multi-sound performance for the public. 

Fees: HK$6000 per module or if attending more than one, HK$5500 per module

Booking - You may book online or make a deposit into our bank account Red Doors Studio Ltd HSBC 848685749838 and send us the confirmation slip.

Studio Etiquette - Please be considerate of the needs and wishes of others.  Feel free to enter the studio 15 minutes prior to class in order to get sorted.  Please leave shoes, coats, phones (on silent or airplane mode), and personal belongings in the cubbies by the door.  If the door is closed, it generally means a practice is in session. Please wait to be invited to enter.

Latecomers - Class will begin on time.  If you are late, wait for a natural break to enter the studio, please make as little disturbance as possible, and if possible sit near the rear of the studio.

End of class - Please help us maintain the studio by returning all the props to their original locations. Blankets are folded neatly as you found them and stacked in the closet ready for re-sue.  Mats stacked neatly on the trolley.  Take responsibility for washing your own teacups and feel as though the studio is your own home. Your help is appreciated in keeping it tidy, welcoming and clean. Thank you.

Cancellation

Should you cancel your participation in a workshop more than one (1) month prior to the event we will retain 20% handling fee.

Should you cancel your participation in a workshop between one (1) month and 14 days prior you will forfeit 50% of your booking.

Should you cancel within 14 – 7 days prior to the workshop you will forfeit 75% of the total fee.  And if the cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to the workshop, there will be no refund.

Rather than forfeit your payments, you are free to find someone else to attend in your place.

Refunds will be made within 14 days of  the completion of the workshop.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to start time to get settled. Remember that the entrance is at the back of the building on Yip Kan Street on public holidays.