What distinguishes sound massage with singing bowls is its unique ability to simultaneously engage both hearing and tactile perception—senses that are fully developed even before birth. This dual stimulation explains why the harmonious tones and gentle oscillations often evoke profound feelings of safety, comfort, and well-being, quickly guiding individuals into a deep state of relaxation. The subtle, rhythmic vibrations of the singing bowls stimulate the entire body, thereby enhancing somatic awareness. These vibrations gently propagate through the skin, connective tissue, internal organs, bones, bodily fluids, and cavities—often experienced as a particularly delicate and soothing form of massage. As a result, neuromuscular tension may be released in a gentle manner, while circulation and lymphatic flow are effectively stimulated. Within this state of sound-induced relaxation, regeneration can occur on physical, emotional, and mental levels. Additionally, the enhanced sensory awareness cultivated through sound massage supports greater attentiveness to bodily signals often associated with stress. The ability to perceive and respond appropriately to these signals is a key factor in the maintenance and promotion of long-term health.

In an intensive space for experiential learning, participants personally experience, discuss, and reflect on sound massage. The mindful and safe interaction with clients is explored and practiced through numerous real-life examples, forming a solid foundation for professional practice. During the seminars, you will have access to specially developed sound materials, based on many years of practical experience. Understanding the unique qualities and characteristics of different singing bowls is a key component of effective sound massage. In practical training, the initial focus is on confidently performing the basic sound massage. This includes addressing not only the physical, but also the subtle aspects of the human being—such as the psyche, soul, aura, and chakras. Once the core techniques are mastered and understood, the training moves on to designing customized sound massages tailored to the individual needs of each client. In this process, the practitioner’s own inner attitude plays a central role.

In our training program, you will learn—step by step—how to safely and purposefully use sound massage to promote relaxation and support health for yourself, your family, and your clients in a professional setting.

In the various stages of training, you will learn the following content:

Practice:

• Familiarization with and safe handling of singing bowls
• Introduction to the use of gongs and cymbals
• Experiencing and learning the Peter Hess^® Sound Massage
• Instruction in the methodology and didactics of the Peter Hess^® Sound Massage
• Experiencing sound on the body and reflecting on the experience (verbalization) to integrate the sensations
• Strengthening personal body awareness and health consciousness
• Reducing stress and promoting personal well-being
• Learning numerous additional sound elements for variation
• Need- and solution-oriented application of the Peter Hess^® Sound Massage for relaxation and health support
• Training in a mindful, accepting presence when working with clients
• Cultivating an inner attitude of non-intentionality
• Managing client processes
• Establishing a professional setting for sound massage sessions

Theory:

• Background knowledge about singing bowls, the development of sound massage, and the significance of sound in both Eastern and Western traditions
• Basic understanding of how sound affects the body, mind, and soul
• Insights into research projects on Peter Hess^® Sound Massage and sound-based methods
• Foundational knowledge of working with sound on various energetic levels: aura and chakras
• Core principles of the Peter Hess^® sound methods
• Professional and ethical self-understanding as a Peter Hess^® Sound Massage Practitioner
• Understanding the limitations of sound massage based on legal regulations and one's professional background

Our comprehensive written training materials complement the practice-oriented seminar modules and provide you with in-depth background knowledge on each learning step and subject area.

After completing the Peter Hess^® Sound Massage I seminar, you will be able to provide a soothing sound massage within a private setting. This is a meaningful achievement—being able to offer something beneficial to those around you. You may then wish to deepen your skills by learning additional sound elements, allowing you to make the basic sound massage more flexible and personalized to better meet individual needs. In the next step, you’ll be introduced to Zen bowls and Fen gongs, in addition to the singing bowls. While you've previously worked by placing the bowls directly on the body, this stage introduces the concept of the sound space (KLANGraum). All of this is covered in the seminar Sound Massage II – From Relaxation to Reorganization. This can be followed by the seminar Sound Massage III+IV – Individual Sound Massage for Body, Mind, and Soul, where you will be introduced to new sound elements and learn how to design and apply individualized sound massage sessions in a targeted way. To consolidate the knowledge and techniques gained in these seminars, you will enter a practical training phase of approximately 3 months after attending all practical modules. During this time, you are expected to perform at least 10 practice sound massages, as practice is key to mastery. You will receive guidance during training on how to safely and effectively work with practice clients to prepare for working with future professional clients. Three of these practice sessions must be documented using designated report forms. In addition, you are required to receive three training sound massages from certified sound massage practitioners. Your experiences will be discussed and reviewed during the final seminar, including supervision of specific cases. Approximately three months after beginning your practicum, you will attend the final seminar with supervision. All related documentation must be submitted to the Peter Hess® Institute (PHI) 14 days prior to the seminar. Your seminar instructors will provide detailed oral and written instructions well in advance. Upon completion of the final seminar, you will receive the PHI Certificate: "Peter Hess^® Sound Massage Practitioner". Building on this basic certification (84 training hours), members of the European Association for Sound Massage Therapy (FV) have the opportunity to earn an extended, FV-certified qualification (100 training hours) with the professional title: "Certified Peter Hess^® Sound Massage Practitioner" (male or female form accordingly). If you wish to obtain this higher-level certification (upon application to the FV), you may attend the advanced seminar "Designing Individual Sound Massages with Ease and Confidence" approximately six months after your final seminar. This extended certification fulfills the professional standards of the Association for Independent Health Professions (FG – www.freie-gesundheitsberufe.de), to which the FV belongs. It allows you to officially use the "professional title" designation and be listed on the websites of both the FG and FV. More information about the application process, fees, and requirements is available at: 🌐 www.fachverband-klang.de 📧 info@fachverband-klang.de 📞 Tel.: +49 (0) 4252 9389140 This extended training path and qualification is also certified by Steinbeis University Berlin. If desired, this certificate may also be obtained—graduates often request it to present as a formal qualification for career advancement within institutions or clinical settings.

Over the years, we have developed three different training pathways, allowing you to choose the one that best fits your individual needs. All training formats are based on the standardized curriculum of the Peter Hess^® Sound Massage. The seminar content is deepened and supplemented through: – self-study using scripts and specialized literature – practice sound massages (practicum) after each seminar module – three training sound massages with certified Peter Hess^® Sound Massage Practitioners

The basic certification is primarily intended for offering sound massages in a private setting. The extended certification is especially recommended for graduates who wish to integrate sound massage into a professional context.

You can schedule the seminars Sound Massage I, II, and III+IV individually according to your personal availability and needs. This is followed by a final seminar with supervision, which takes place approximately three months later. If you are pursuing the extended certification, you can attend the advanced seminar "Designing Individual Sound Massages with Ease, Skill, and Confidence!" approximately six months after the final seminar.

Sound Massage I, 16 hours, €290.00 + Sound Massage II, 16 hours, €340.00 + Sound Massage III+IV, 32 hours, €680.00 + Final Seminar, 20 hours, €420.00 = PHI Certificate + Advanced Seminar: Designing Individual Sound Massages, 16 hours, €340.00 = FV Certificate with Professional Title (upon request, €20.00)

Script fees: Sound Massage I – €15.00 (incl. VAT) Sound Massage II – €15.00 (incl. VAT) Sound Massage III/IV – €15.00 (incl. VAT)

Training in 3 or 4 Steps – Intensive Block Format
You may choose to complete the training in two blocks: Block I combines Sound Massage I+II, and Block II includes Sound Massage III+IV, followed by the final seminar with supervision. This allows you to complete the training over two extended weekends and one weekend seminar. The block format is also available as a “holiday course.”

Sound Massage I+II, 32 hours, €630.00 + Sound Massage III+IV, 32 hours, €680.00 + Final Seminar, 20 hours, €420.00 = PHI Certificate + Advanced Seminar: Designing Individual Sound Massages, 16 hours, €340.00 = FV Certificate with Professional Title (upon request, €20.00)

Script fees: KM I + KM II: €30.00 (incl. VAT) KM III/IV: €15.00 (incl. VAT)

This is followed by the final seminar with supervision. Based on feedback from our participants, this format is experienced as particularly intensive and inspiring. You spend an entire week immersed in the KLANGraum—an experience we highly recommend. You stay deeply connected to the subject matter and rediscover yourself in the process. The intensive training is also offered as a “holiday course” in especially beautiful locations.

Intensive Training, 64 hours, €1,290.00 (on Ikaria: €1,490.00) + Final Seminar, 20 hours, €420.00 = PHI Certificate + Advanced Seminar: Designing Individual Sound Massages, 16 hours, €340.00 = FV Certificate with Professional Title (upon request, €20.00)

Script fees: KM I, KM II, KM III+IV: €40.00 (incl. VAT)