Northern California Eight-Day Sound Healing Training Retreat | Aug 8–15, 2026
Level 1–3 Sound Healing Certification in the Redwoods
Eight days immersed in sound, practice, and presence in the redwoods of Northern California at Spirit Camp Retreat Center: 4640 Albion Little River Rd. Little River, CA 95456
Held at Spirit Camp, this residential retreat brings together Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Sound Healing Training within a single, cohesive container. Designed for those who have already begun their sound healing path, this experience supports deepening through sustained study, hands-on practice, and direct experience—both as practitioner and receiver.
The retreat begins on 8/8, the Lion’s Gate, a time traditionally associated with alignment, intention, and activation.
Upon completion, participants receive Level 1–3 Sound Healing Certification.
Prerequisite
To attend, one of the following is required:
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Level 1 Sound Healing Training
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Level 1 & Level 2 Sound Healing Trainings
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Sound Healing Foundations Virtual Course
For those traveling from out of state or internationally, the Sound Healing Foundations Virtual Course and The sound medicine may be completed in advance to meet the prerequisite.
What This Training Includes
This retreat is both training and receiving.
Participants engage in learning technique, musical relationship, facilitation, and sequencing, while also refining their own instrument through listening, embodiment, and integration. Playing, receiving, and rest are intentionally woven throughout the week to support sustainable practice and personal clarity.
The retreat includes one cacao ceremony, offering a dedicated moment for connection, reflection, and shared intention within the group.
Instruments & Practices
Throughout the week, participants work with the full range of instruments and practices used at OSO Sound Healing, including:
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Crystal singing bowls
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Gongs
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Chimes
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Flutes
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Drums
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Voice
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And more
Facilitation & Sequencing
Participants develop a practical understanding of how sound sessions are structured and guided, including:
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Pacing and transitions
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Layering instruments with intention
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Building and resolving sound fields
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Responding to group dynamics in real time
Hands-on practice supports confidence both in group settings and individual facilitation.
Levels Covered
Level 1
Listening skills, body awareness, posture, stability, and foundational playing techniques.
Level 2
Musical relationship and ensemble work, including rhythm, spacing, intervals, coordination, and group play across instruments.
Level 3
Facilitation, sequencing, pacing, holding space, and integrating sound, silence, and environment.
Daily Rhythm
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Morning movement, yoga, and meditation
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Daily sound training and hands-on practice
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Group playing and listening sessions
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Movement workshops
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Guided nature walks through the redwoods
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Evening sound baths
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Nourishing meals prepared by Chef Om
Optional Add-On
Medicine Drum Making Workshop
Participants may choose to join an optional medicine drum making workshop led by Matt Canale and Hillary Canale.
This immersive experience guides participants in creating a personal 16″ elk hide drum, including painting the frame, tying the drum by hand, and crafting a mallet.
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Cost: $333
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Optional add-on (not included in retreat tuition)
Pricing & Accommodations
Training begins at $3,300
Accommodation options include private cabins, shared lodging, glamping, bunkhouse spaces, and personal camping or camper vans. Pricing ranges from $3,300–$4,700, depending on accommodation selection.
(Full accommodation options above.)
Shuttle add-on: Average 4-hour round-trip ride to and from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) or Santa Rosa Airport (STS). Your flight needs to arrive at SFO or STS before 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 8 and depart after 7:00 PM on Saturday, August 15 (or the following day).
No attached bathrooms. Clean communal gender neutral heated bathrooms are steps away with private toilets and hot showers.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Full refunds available up to 8 weeks prior to retreat start date
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Funds may be transferred to another training or offering up to 6 weeks prior
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Within 6 weeks of the retreat start date, all payments are non-refundable
Returns and exchanges are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Items must be in their original condition.
A 20% restocking fee applies to returns. Exchanges are for store credit only. Customers are responsible for return and exchange shipping costs and insurance.
Custom orders, sale items and gift cards cannot be returned or exchanged. Damage must be reported within 24 hours of delivery, with photos of the item and packaging.
For cancellation terms and full details, see our Return & Cancellation Policy.
Orders are typically packaged and dispatched within 2–3 business days. This is preparation time; shipping transit time is additional and depends on your destination and selected shipping service.
We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Orders placed on Friday generally will not ship before Monday and may take longer within our 2–3-business-day preparation window.
We’re grateful to serve a global community and do ship internationally. Please note that international orders may be subject to import duties, customs fees, and VAT or local taxes upon arrival. These charges are not included in your order total and are the responsibility of the recipient. We do not have access to or control over these fees, as they are determined by your local customs authority. Any delays caused by customs clearance are outside of our control.
Understanding Pitch & Cents
Each bowl is marked with its note like C or F and a cents value — 0, or a +/− number such as +10 or −15. Cents measure how sharp or flat the bowl is relative to a perfect pitch. When building a set, matching cents closely is what makes the bowls sound harmonious together rather than disjointed.
Why Our Sets Are One-of-a-Kind
Every bowl varies in pitch, size, and alchemy, with only a limited number of each in existence — so no two sets we build are ever identical. Each one is hand-selected for sound, energetic quality, aesthetics, and stackability, and ready for one-on-one sessions, group healing, sound baths, or performance.
Not Sure Which Bowl or Set Is Right for You?
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