Alchemy of Sound

Sound Practitioner Training — YACEP (30 Hr)

Become a Sound Facilitator

What is sound, truly? More than vibration, more than frequency.

Sound is the bridge between the seen and the unseen, a force that shapes matter and moves emotion. When we begin to understand the physics and essence of sound, we start to perceive its profound influence on the body, mind, and spirit. 

The Alchemy of Sound Training is an immersive 4-day journey that weaves together the theory, history, and practical application of sound healing. You’ll explore how sound travels through form and consciousness, how it affects the nervous system, and how ancient and modern practices converge in this timeless art. This training blends scientific understanding with direct experience, allowing you not only to study sound but to feel and embody it.

For whom is this Training?

Whether you’re a yoga teacher wishing to integrate sound into your practice, a healing practitioner seeking deeper resonance in your work, a musician or therapist exploring new modalities, or simply a curious soul drawn to sound, this training offers a grounded, heart-centered foundation. Together, we’ll explore the nature of sound, not only as a tool for healing, but as a way of listening, living, and being.

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  • Do you feel drawn to explore the language of sound and its effect on body and mind?

  • Would you like to learn how to hold space for sound meditations and healing journeys?

  • Are you curious to bring instruments into your yoga classes, retreats, or ceremonies?

  • Do you want to understand how sound influences the nervous system and emotional balance?

  • Or simply wish to experience your own body as an instrument; to listen, feel, and express through sound?

About

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the Art of Sound Healing

Over four immersive days, you will be guided through a journey into the living art of sound, from stillness into resonance, from deep listening into confident facilitation.

You’ll study music theory as the language of vibration, guided by experienced musicians who reveal how intervals, harmonics, and rhythm shape emotion, energy, and the subtle architecture of sound. This understanding allows you to create intentional, harmonious soundscapes that balance structure and intuition, grounding and expansion.

You’ll also explore the art and responsibility of holding space, how to meet each moment with presence, empathy, and awareness. Through a trauma-informed lens, you’ll learn to recognize how sound interacts with the nervous system, guiding others safely through emotional release and transformation. Practice sessions will help you facilitate group and individual sound experiences with integrity and sensitivity.

Throughout the training, you’ll work hands-on with a diverse array of instruments — from Himalayan and Crystal bowls to gongs, chimes, tuning forks, harmonium, drums, flutes and many other instruments. Each has its own voice, texture, and medicine, and through exploration and play you’ll learn to weave their tones into coherent, immersive sound journeys. Alongside these instruments, we’ll also explore the most personal and powerful instrument of all — our voice. Through vocal activations and toning, you’ll uncover how voice serves as both guide and bridge connecting breath, body, and emotion in authentic expression.

As the body is the first instrument, we integrate somatic movement and energetic practices to deepen awareness and attunement. You’ll learn to listen not only with your ears but through your whole being, refining presence, intuition, and sensitivity to vibration.

Supported by a comprehensive 90-page manual, you’ll leave with both the theoretical understanding and embodied experience needed to create transformative sound journeys rooted in science, guided by spirit, and expressed through your own authentic resonance.

What you’ll learn

Day One

The Science of Sound & Opening the Field

  • Opening ceremony, intention setting, and group grounding

  • Introduction to the science of sound

  • Understanding how sound influences body, mind, and energy

  • Accessible introduction to music theory

  • Integrating knowledge through an evening sound bath experience

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Day Two

The Body, the Voice & the Language of Sound

  • Morning somatic movement

  • Vocal activation and toning

  • Foundations and introduction into sound healing

  • The Nervous System

  • Introduction to Himalayan, frosted, and clear quartz singing bowls

  • Learning playing techniques, energetic correspondence, and application in practice

  • Group practice sessions with guidance and reflection

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Day Three

Instruments, Integration & 1:1 Facilitation

  • Morning movement and vocal toning

  • Exploration of additional instruments — gongs, drums, chimes, hand pan, flutes, harmonium etc.

  • Learning textures, tonal qualities, and integration within sound journeys

  • Afternoon focus on 1:1 facilitation and space holding

  • Practicing how to hold safe, supportive sessions with trauma sensitivity

  • Hands-on practice in pairs and small groups

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Day Four

Space Holding, Integration & Certification

  • Introduction to Nada Yoga & Practice

  • Deepening the art of facilitation and trauma-informed space holding

  • Learning to design and guide a sound arc for group sound baths

  • Practice facilitation in final groups

  • Afternoon closing practicums: offering sound baths to fellow participants

  • Certification ceremony and closing circle

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What you’ll get

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    A foundational journey into the world of sound healing

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    Foundations of Sound & Music Theory

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    Hands-on practice with bowls, gongs, chimes, forks & voice etc.

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    The skills to design and facilitate your own sound baths

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    Trauma-aware space-holding & ethics

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    Live practicum with supportive feedback

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    YACEP (30 Hr) Sound Practitioner certification

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    90-page illustrated course manual

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    Like-minded community & alumni support

the Journey begins

Our Sound Healing Training is held monthly in Switzerland or Sri Lanka to meet you where you are and to guide you deeper into the art of sound as presence.

Over four days, you will be immersed in an atmosphere of learning, reflection, and embodiment, surrounded by nature, held in community, and supported by experienced facilitators.

The journey is not only about gaining knowledge but about remembering how to listen with your whole being, to sense harmony within yourself and share it with others.

If you feel the call to work with sound, to hold space for healing, transformation, and stillness, this training offers both the science and the soul of the practice. Step into resonance. Step into the sound.

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Dates — Senses Sri Lanka

  • December 11th – 14th 2025

  • January 8th – 11th 2026 

  • February 12th – 15th 2026

  • March 12th – 15th 2026

Sign ups directly through Senses Sri Lanka.

Book your spot
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Dates Zurich

We’re happy to announce that we will be holding 2 Trainings in the upcoming Summer / Fall 2026 in Zurich @ Yoga Studio Soulcity Zurich

  • MAY TRAINING DATES: 23.05., 24.05. & 30.05., 31.05.

  • SEPTEMBER TRAINING DATES: 05.09., 06.09 & 12.09. & 13.09.

Value

980.- CHF  Full Price

800.- CHF Early Bird (First 3 Spots)

Deposit

400.- Fr.     Non-Refundable

* We highly recommend a cancellation insurance in case something unexpected comes up.

Please take a moment to read through our Cancellation Policy and Contraindications listed in the FAQ section before Booking. If any of the Contra-Indications apply to you, please contact us for further clarification.

Sign Up

May Training 2026

23.05., 24.05. & 30.05., 31.05.

Please fill out your information here if you wish to sign up for May Dates & proceed to Step 2 for the Deposit

05.09., 06.09 & 12.09. & 13.09.

September Training 2026

Please fill out your information here if you wish to sign up for September Dates.

May Training

To secure your spot, a nonrefundable deposit of CHF 400.- is required. Please note, your spot will be confirmed only after the deposit is paid. By paying the deposit you agree to the cancellation policy.

Step 2: Deposit

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September Training

To secure your spot, a nonrefundable deposit of CHF 400.- is required. Please note, your spot will be confirmed only after the deposit is paid. By paying the deposit you agree to the cancellation policy.

Payment Link September

IN DEPTH

Level 2 Module

Our long-awaited Level 2 is almost here. This additional 20-hour / 3-day immersion is for practitioners who feel ready to go deeper: refining technique, widening your musical vocabulary, and strengthening the craft of facilitating spaces with more precision, sensitivity, and confidence. We’ll move beyond the foundations into the subtleties. It’s a training for those who want their playing to feel cleaner, their listening sharper, and their facilitation more embodied, professional, and true.

Save the date 18.09., 19.09., 20.09. — bookings open soon. If you want to be the first to receive all details (dates, curriculum, pricing, and booking link), add yourself to the waitlist to pre-save your spot and get first access when we open.

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • Yes. While sound healing is generally safe and beneficial, there are certain conditions that may require extra care or medical advice before participating. These may include:

    • Recent surgeries (especially within the last 3–4 weeks)

    • Serious cardiovascular conditions (e.g. pacemaker use)

    • Severe or unregulated mental health conditions

    • Epilepsy or history of seizures

    • Pregnancy (especially in the first trimester)

    • Sound sensitivity or auditory conditions (e.g. tinnitus, hyperacusis)

    If any of the above apply to you, please contact us before enrolling so we can guide you appropriately and ensure the training is safe and supportive for your unique situation.

  • No, you don’t need any instruments to begin. We provide all instruments for our sound training, so you can arrive with an open mind and focus fully on learning, listening, and practicing. If you already have your own instruments, you’re very welcome to bring them along. And if you feel called to purchase instruments beforehand, we’re happy to offer a consultation to guide you toward one of our curated sets from our online store. As a student, you receive 10% off all sets.

  • Yes! Everyone with a genuine interest in sound is welcome. Come as you are. No prior knowledge is required, this training offers an easy access for all people from various backgrounds. No preparation needed from your side.

    You can bring your favorite items, crystals, notebook or whatever is part of your own practice and altar. If you already own a set of Himalayan or crystal singing bowls you can of course practice with them.

  • Cancellations or changes can be made four weeks before the course starts. Please note that the downpayment of 400.- is non-refundable.

    If you cancel less than four weeks before the course begins, the full course fee is due, and no refunds or date changes will be possible — for any reason, including medical issues, emergencies, or personal circumstances. This policy applies equally to all participants to ensure fairness and to support the planning and integrity of our offerings.

    By completing your payment, you agree to the general terms and conditions of the course.

    We strongly recommend that you arrange cancellation insurance, in case you're unable to attend or complete the training.

  • Your spot will be confirmed once the downpayment has been successfully completed.

  • Yes, you will receive a certification of participation. This course is Yoga Alliance certified and can be added to your account.

Testimonials from our Students

  • "I feel beyond grateful for the 30-hour sound healing training. From start to finish, it was a truly transformative journey. Naty & Jonny guided us with so much wisdom, patience, and kindness. Their presence was both grounding and inspiring. We explored the magic of sound through singing bowls, ancient instruments, music and sound theory, and practices on how to hold and facilitate sessions. But this training was so much more than learning techniques. Through sound baths, movement, somatic practices, and even a heart-opening cacao ceremony, I found myself not only learning but deeply connecting with the sounds, but with the other beautiful souls in the group, and with myself. The space they created felt safe, nurturing, and full of love. I left each day feeling more open, more inspired, and more connected to my inner self and the community around me. This training didn’t just teach me sound healing, it changed me on a deep emotional and spiritual level. To Nati & Jonny: thank you for holding this space with such care and devotion. The way you embody the teachings and share your light is truly inspiring. I carry this experience in my heart with so much gratitude."

    Viktoriia, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "I completed the sound training with Natalija and Jonny in January 2024. I am now a 500+HR Yoga Teacher and benefit deeply from all of the wisdom they shared. They shared thorough perspectives on both the science and spiritual side of sound and how it works as a healing modality. The deep dive into both the science and spirituality has not only aided in my teaching career, but also in my personal life. Understanding sound in a deeper sense has helped me manage different styles of yoga classes/offering a lot more effectively. I’ve managed to gain confidence in adding crystal sound bowls and experimenting with other instruments and my own voice to foster a deeper experience. Highly recommend this training!" — Simon, Yoga Teacher from Melbourne

    Simon, Yoga Teacher from Melbourne

  • The training with Nati and Jonny was prepared with a lot of love. You could tell how much energy they put into everything and how much passion they have for what they are doing. It was well structured and a perfect mix of theory and hands-on experience with the instruments. We had plenty of time to go through the instruments and try everything out under their guidance and learn how to hold our own space. They took the time to answer all our questions. Nati and jonny are very warm people who create a beautiful space. I am so happy that I have done this training and am now ready to create something beautiful of my own. Thank you so so much Nati and Jonny!

    Jenny, Zurich Switzerland

  • Dear Natalija & Jonny I find it hard to express just how deeply grateful I am right now. You’ve opened a whole new world to me. When I started the teacher training, I came with no expectations. For most of my life, I didn’t consider myself a musical person. I struggled with playing the guitar as a child and thought that part of me was closed off. But you guided me to reconnect with my creative, intuitive musical side. And I've fallen in love. The space you created was so magical. You welcomed us into an environment that was inspiring and safe, sharing your deep knowledge of sound healing with such warmth, wisdom, and humor. I could feel how nuch work, effort, and love you put into this cours. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, thank you, thank you!

    Chiara, Zurich Switzerland

  • The training was a wonderful experience – heartfelt, informative, and truly enriching. Jonny and Nati are not only fantastic hosts but also incredibly knowledgeable and experienced teachers. What truly makes this training special is their genuine love and dedication. They not only shared their knowledge and techniques but also encouraged us to bring what we learned into the world with joy and passion. I felt welcome and inspired throughout the entire experience. The combination of theory, practice, and a supportive atmosphere gave me a lot of confidence to embark on my own journey as a Sound Practitioner. Thank you, Jonny and Nati, for this unforgettable journey!

    Monica, Zurich Switzerland

  • This Sound Journey training with Nati and Jonny was beyond my expectations. Everything was crafted with so much love and attention to detail. Both Nati and Jonny bring extensive knowledge of music, instruments, yoga philosophy, space-holding, and so much more, skillfully weaving all these teachings together. I also loved their authenticity and how they made the training fun and interactive. I left feeling not only excited to bring what I learned into my work but also confident in what I was taught and what I will be offering. I highly recommend this training!

    Erica, Zurich Switzerland

  • Nati and Johnny's training introduced me to a complete approach for facilitating sound-based journeys that goes beyond just the physical element of sound. The approach was a perfect blend of technical, practical, intuitive and experiential elements as well as 1-on-1 support that prepared and inspired me to develop and refine my own personal way. I'm really grateful for the experience and can definitely recommend the training to anyone who intends to incorporate sound elements in their practices or lift their current approach to a new level!

    Robert, Zurich Switzerland

  • "Soulravel trainings deliver all they promise: in-depth theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, plus a safe haven for body, mind and spirit. In a nurturing and inspiring atmosphere, with no limitations on age or ability, you are encouraged to discover, experience and grow your own inner feelings and connection with the material offered. If you are looking for learning from experienced and knowledgeable teachers, in an environment rich in enthusiasm, inspiration, care, respect, authenticity and just plain fun – you've found it!"

    Carla, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "This month, I completed the 30h Alchemy of Sound Training in Switzerland with SOULRAVEL. The training offers a beautiful foundation for anyone wanting to explore sound as spaceholder, facilitator and/or yoga teacher. We touched upon various topics; from music theory and the history of sound healing to the science behind it. But the highlight for me was the hands-on practices we had with a wide range of instruments. We could practice offering 1:1 sound healings to each other and group sound baths as well! What I also appreciated is that you can also benefit from Natalija's and Jonny experience and advice on instrument pairing and purchase high-quality bowls through them. All in all, I’d truly recommend this training to anyone curious about getting an introduction into the universe of sound."

    Rada, Zurich, Switzerland

  • «The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don't tell vou what to see.» Alexandra K.Trenfor two warmhearted, authentic and humorous human beings. with these qualities, a lot of knowledge, structure and hands on learning and expierencing — they show you exactly where to look. thank you for showing us what we are capable of — with the freedom of being who we truly really are. All the love."

    Sabrina, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "My experience of the sound healing training with soulravel was nothing short of magical. the atmosphere was tender and welcoming, a true safe space where hearts could soften and open. the facilitators didn’t just teach—they lived and breathed the wisdom they shared, holding the circle with such grace and presence. each exercise felt like an invitation to dive deeper, and i felt fully involved, and supported. the space holding was exquisite, like being cradled in sound and intention. i wholeheartedly recommend soulravel to anyone seeking profound learning wrapped in warmth and beauty.”

    Reza, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "What an amazing team! Two wonderful people who share their profound knowledge in such a clear and inspiring way. I would do the Sound Healing Practitioner Training with them again at any time. It is educational, well-structured, and thoughtfully designed – providing everything you need to get started in this field. Even if you don’t intend to become a facilitator afterwards, you can still take so much away for yourself. Overall, it’s a truly healing and enriching experience."

    Jeannine, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "From the very first moment, Nati and Jonny created a space where you can let go and simply be. Their warm, welcoming nature and openness surrounds the room and fills you with love. It was a wonderful and very educational four days with a fantastic group! The mix of theory and practice was the perfect balance, and the acquired knowledge could be applied during the course itself. I particularly appreciated being able to familiarize ourselves with the different instruments. You can feel that a lot of love, effort, and passion went into this training. Thank you so much, dear Nati and Jonny, from the bottom of my heart!"

    Noemi, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "The sound practitioner training by Nati and Jonny was just so great! I could feel the love and passion they poured into everything they did. The program was well organised and I felt comfortable during the whole training. They are both warm hearted, extremely talented and wonderful souls. Thank you for your presence, wisdom and guidance Nati and Jonny! I recommend everyone who wants to try something new, get insights or deepen their practice about sound or yoga to get in touch with Soulravel."

    Rasna, Zurich, Switzerland

  • "Natalia and Johnny created a warm and peaceful atmosphere to learn a perfect balance between ancient techniques and the science of sound. For me it wasn’t just learning about sound, I learned about myself. They gave us space to feel and connect as a group and I didn’t want the 4 days to end. This course is for anyone wanting to deepen their listening and learn the healing powers of sound to incorporate into their personal or professional practice. From the bottom of my heart, thank you."

    George, UK

"If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration."

— Nikola Tesla

About your facilitators

Born from a shared vision of holistic well-being and personal growth, the founders of Soulravel, Jonny and Natalija have united their passions to create a sanctuary for like-minded souls. With backgrounds rooted in yoga, sound healing, and conscious community-building, they bring together diverse practices and experiences to offer transformative retreats, workshops, and events.

  • Co-Founder Soulravel

    Jonny has spent the past decade teaching yoga across retreats, festivals, and trainings worldwide. Raised in a musical family, he felt early on how sound can soothe, awaken, and mend. But the industry’s ego and burnout pulled him away from that truth. An injury and the disorientation that followed brought him to yoga in 2009. As his body recovered, he felt something larger recalibrate: breath steadying mind, presence softening the edges of life. He knew he wanted to share that pathway with others.

    Since then, Jonny has worked with many students and learned what the body keeps teaching: healing is personal. He brings clear anatomical understanding, but values curiosity over perfection, inviting people to explore, adapt, and trust their own pace. His gift is creating safe, unpressured rooms where emotions can move and expression feels welcome.

    Music never left; it matured. Today Jonny weaves years of sonic training into sound healing journeys and facilitator trainings, offering sound not as performance but as medicine: predictable, grounded, and deeply human. With reverence for lineage and a light touch, he encourages a life lived bravely and kindly: meet fear with breath, forgive often, love without keeping score.

  • Co-Founder Soulravel

    Natalija is a yoga teacher (RYT+500) and certified sound practitioner whose work has always been guided by healing and human connection. Before teaching full-time, she spent years in social work, earning a Master’s degree and witnessing, up close, the resilience and tenderness of the human heart. Yoga arrived as devotion rather than hobby; it gave language to what she’d felt all along: practice can change how we relate and live.

    After years of studying and teaching yoga, somatics opened a new chapter. It asked a different kind of question: not How does the pose look? but What do you feel? In many traditional classrooms, the space to truly sense: slowly, curiously, without performance can be missed. Natalija’s work leans intentionally shifted toward that space. She teaches people to meet sensation as information, to listen for the small yes/no in the body, and to let awareness, not ambition set the pace. Through movement & sound, she helps students attune to their inner landscape.

    Music has always been the heartbeat of Natalija’s life. Drawn to the healing potential of sound, she studied instruments and ancient modalities in India alongside their modern applications. Crystal bowls, Himalayan bowls, harmonium, voice each became a way of offering medicine. Together with Jonny, she composes and plays improvised soundscapes, creating grounded, spacious fields where participants can truly receive.

    What continues to inspire her is the simple courage people bring to practice, showing up as they are, again and again.