Full Moon Gong Journey with Cacao and Yoga Nidra

Join us for an evening of immersive sound healing featuring the newest member of the family - a 38-inch Pure Titanium Sundance Gong!

We'll start our gathering with a sacred Cacao Ceremony, connecting with the warm, pure essence of ceremonial-grade cacao to gently guide you into a state of profound presence. Ceremonial cacao refers to the highest quality, most pure, unheated, unprocessed part of the cacao bean. The Cacao for the ceremony is generously offered by Aurelio and Marco, two friends from Lima, whose mission is to share Peru’s cacao and superfood diversity with the world. They work hand-in-hand with local Peruvian farmers and co-operatives to grow and process premium cacao and officially founded Cacao Life with their head office in Lima, Peru. And since 2019, they operate a satellite office and small warehouse in Vancouver.

The Cacao ceremony is followed by a guided Yoga Nidra Meditation as we relax deeply and ground ourselves in our bodies. We will then be immersed in the full spectrum of frequencies and vibrations of a gong bath by Theta Space. Sound frequencies are known to help calm the mind, decrease stress, improve sleep and expand awareness and creativity. The vibrations help balance the mind, body, and spirit, promoting a sense of peace and well-being. Immerse yourself in the ethereal sounds of the gongs as they guide you into a state of profound tranquility and inner exploration.

Our intention for this guided sound meditation journey is to ensure that you feel safe and relaxed throughout the entire experience, so you can connect deeper with your higher self with the help of experienced facilitators.

Flow of the Session: 2 Hours

• Arriving and Grounding in the Present - 5 mins
• Peruvian Cacao Ceremony and Intention Setting - 10 mins
• Guided NSDR Meditation (Yoga Nidra) - 10 mins
• Gong Bath Sound Immersion - 90 mins
• Closing Circle - 5 mins

Gongs + Sound Instruments Featured During the Session (photos below)

• 38 inch Pure Titanium Sundance Gong from Colorado
• 38 inch Sun Gong from Switzerland
• 36 inch Blue Moon Gong from Australia
• 32 inch Ammonite Gong from Iran
• 16 inch Tibetan Gong Bell from Nepal

• Triple-Layer Ocean Drum from Italy
• Spiral Rainstick with Blue Micro-beads from Pennsylvania
• Crystal Quartzophone from Quebec
• Kailani Sound Sculpture from Brazil
• Overtone Euphonic Arrays from California
• Moon Chimes from Vancouver Island
• Koshi Chimes from France

What is Provided:

✨ Yoga mats, yoga blocks, head pillows, back-support cushions, blankets

✨ Ceremonial-grade Peruvian Cacao

✨ Water

✨ Herbal Tea

What to Bring:

✨ Eye mask

When: Thursday, May 23rd, from 7pm - 9pm

Where: Mandala Studio, 1020 Mainland St, Yaletown, Vancouver, Unit #168

Buzzer: Buzz 02 and then come up to the Second Floor all the way left and left.

Parking: Street Parking (Cambie St $1/h)

Cancellation Policy: This event requires 24 hours notice to receive a refund.

Your Guides for This Journey

Jana Isachova

Jana is an Intuitive Lightworker, Breathwork Facilitator and Spiritual Community Entrepreuner. She currently runs Mandala Studio, where she hosts a range of wellness events every week and focuses primarily on Healing Workshops. She has been on her spiritual path for over 5 years and recently focuses on creating a safe space for other healers and teachers to raise the collective consciousness of the local community together.

Aravind Vanchesan (Theta Space)

Aravind Vanchesan is a meditation teacher and sound practitioner. For over twenty years, he has been on a personal journey, studying and exploring the intersection of mindfulness and sound. During this period, he began working with range of instruments - crystal bowls, tibetan bowls, tingsha bells - that are often used as a support for contemplative practices in many Eastern traditions. His deepest connection is with Gongs, which are capable of producing extraordinary sounds, frequencies and vibrations that still the mind, drop listeners into deep meditation and awaken with a better sense of “what is”. Aravind’s vision is to continue holding space for people from all walks of life to slow down, connect to their senses, and embark on their mindfulness journeys. He has lead group meditations and immersive sound bath sessions for thousands of people in Vancouver.

The Venue: Mandala Studio

Mandala Studio is Vancouver’s newest wellness events studio (located in Yaletown) that offers a beautiful, intimate space for individuals from all walks of life to rest, receive, heal, and transform into the best version of themselves. Follow Mandala on EventBrite and on Instagram @Mandala_YVR for more workshops and events!