Inspired by the ancient wisdom of harmonising the Five Tones and nourishing the Five Internal Systems, experience a profound reset as body and mind move with the natural rhythm of day and night.

Leave the noise of the world behind for one unforgettable night.

Blending the gentle resonance of the guqin with the powerful vibrations of the gong, this immersive overnight retreat follows nature’s rhythm of deep rest at night and gentle awakening at dawn.

Hosted by SANGHA Retreat by OCTAVE, together with leading sound practitioners and masters of traditional Eastern wellbeing, this 14-hour journey invites you to slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with yourself.

From stillness to sunrise.

From sound to deep sensory awareness.

Rediscover the natural rhythm of body and mind.

Event Highlights

Aromatic Arrival

Begin Your Journey Inward

A specially curated aromatic ritual gently calms the nervous system and opens the door to deeper awareness.

Guqin Meditation & Overnight Gong Bath

Experience the meditative sound of the guqin before surrendering to an eight-hour immersive gong bath, allowing vibration and stillness to guide you into deep restoration.

Sunrise Chanting | Awaken the Senses

Wake gently with the first light of day, accompanied by sacred chanting that invites quiet reflection, presence and inner harmony.

Traditional Yijin Practice | Return to Balance

Learn the heritage practice of Zining Yijin Jing with a Taoist master before enjoying a nourishing seasonal breakfast inspired by the wisdom of the Chinese solar terms.

Suitable for

Busy professionals

If stress, constant pressure or restless sleep have become part of daily life, this overnight retreat offers space to pause, reset and restore.

Sound healing enthusiasts

Experience the profound resonance of the guqin and an overnight gong bath, discovering stillness through vibration and sound.

Practitioners of traditional Eastern wellbeing

Deepen your practice through the ancient art of Yijin Jing while exploring seasonal nourishment inspired by Chinese wellness traditions.

Programme

Saturday, 25 July

An Evening of Deep Stillness

20:30–21:00 | Aromatic Arrival

Arrive through a specially curated aromatic ritual, allowing breath and awareness to slow naturally as you begin an inward journey.

21:00–22:00 | Guqin Meditation

The timeless sound of the guqin gently quietens the mind, releasing the busyness of the day and preparing body and spirit for deep rest.

22:00–06:00 | Overnight Gong Bath

An immersive eight-hour sound journey where the rich resonance of the gong supports profound relaxation and restorative sleep.

Sunday, 26 July

Returning with the Dawn

06:00–06:30 | Sunrise Awakening

Wake gently with the morning light and sacred chanting, reconnecting with nature’s rhythm.

06:30–07:00 | Morning Reflection

Gather together to share insights and reflections in a quiet circle of listening and connection.

07:00–08:00 | Traditional Yijin Practice

Guided by a Taoist practitioner, explore the heritage practice of Zining Yijin Jing, harmonising breath, movement and inner energy.

08:00–09:00 | Seasonal Nourishment

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast prepared according to the Chinese solar terms, extending the retreat’s sense of balance into everyday life.

09:00–10:30 | Guqin Meditation Workshop

Conclude the retreat through an immersive guqin workshop, cultivating presence, focus and inner stillness.

[Overnight Gong Bath Facilitators]

Amanda Xu

Internationally Certified Sound Therapist / Mind–Body Practitioner

Amy Wu

Internationally Certified Singing Bowl Practitioner / Certified Full-Spectrum Sound Healing Practitioner

Mindy Wu

Founder of the Eastern Holistic Resonance Sound Healing Method / Senior Gong Practitioner

Armin Chen

Handpan Musician / Senior Sound Healing Trainer / Senior Gong Practitioner

[Guest Teachers]

Wang Meng

Secretary-General of the International Guqin Health Preservation Society / Practitioner and Custodian of the Silk-String Guqin Tradition

Deng Yangzhen (Qi Yi)

Successor to the Zining Yi Jin Jing Lineage / Instructor in Yi Jin Jing and Internal Wellness Practices