Aotearoa New Zealand 2026
Gong & Sound Training Aotearoa 2026
Sacred Sound Immersion
Master the frequencies of the universe.
With Gong Masters
Nalini Natascha Sas & Samuel McMillan
About the Training
About the Training
This three-day intensive Gong & Sound training is a deep, experiential immersion into the fundamental principles of sound, vibration, and consciousness.
What You Will Explore
What's Included
“No previous experience with the gong is required — curiosity, openness, and commitment to presence are enough.”
Meet the Masters
A Union of Wisdom
Learn from two experienced international gong masters with decades of combined practice.
Nalini Natascha Sas
International Sound Practitioner
Nalini is an international sound practitioner, teacher, and facilitator based in Spain. Her work is rooted in over two decades of personal practice and exploration in yoga, meditation, sound, and embodied awareness.
Since 2013, sound — and especially the gong — has been at the heart of her work, both as a transformative personal practice and as a tool supporting others.
Nalini's approach is experiential, grounded, and intuitive, shaped by years of study with multiple teachers, long-term mentorship, personal research, and direct experience, clarity, and inner transformation.
Deeply influenced by the teachings of Don Conreaux and others, Nalini has continuously developed her own integrated and living approach to sound practice.
Samuel McMillan
International Sound Practitioner
Samuel is an international sound practitioner and teacher based in Aotearoa – New Zealand. He first encountered the deep and transformational qualities of the gong and Himalayan singing bowls while living in London in 1998 through the work of master Frank Perry.
For over a decade Samuel incorporated sound meditation in his daily spiritual practice. In 2016 and 2019, he travelled to Nepal and Spain to train under shamans and gong masters such as Master Shree Shahi and Don Conreaux.
Samuel has brought the gong and Himalayan singing bowls to Qatar, teaching and playing at yoga studios and other venues throughout the Middle East.
The Collaboration
Together, Nalini and Samuel bring a unique “Double Resonance” advantage — merging the technical with the intuitive, and the physical with the metaphysical. This first-time offering brings two experienced international gong masters together in Aotearoa-New Zealand.
Philosophy
Our Philosophy
The gong is one of the most ancient and powerful instruments of healing. Its vibration touches every cell, every layer of our being.
Anyone can strike a gong but playing it — truly touching it — requires sensitivity, awareness, and an open heart. Through the training, participants don't just learn to play — they learn to listen, to feel, and to become one with the sound.
Increasingly, science is confirming what the ancients already knew — everything is vibration. Sound is the foundation of creation. When we work with sound consciously, we awaken this inner intelligence that allows healing and harmony to arise naturally.
The Goal
Moving from being a “player” to becoming a “channel.” This training is hands-on, immersive, and practice-based, with space for both guided learning and personal exploration.
Building Community
By coming together in sound, we rebuild community. We remember that we belong. This is not only a training, but the beginning of a living gong community in New Zealand.
“My intention is always to share more than just techniques — it's really about offering a transformative experience, where people can reconnect with themselves, with vibration, and with the sacredness of sound.”
— Nalini Natascha Sas
Who Is This For
Who Is This For?
Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or feel a deep soul-call to explore sound healing, this training welcomes you.
Yoga & Meditation Teachers
Looking to incorporate therapeutic sound into classes and retreats
Sound Healers & Therapists
Seeking advanced guidance or new techniques
Holistic Health Professionals
Reiki practitioners, massage therapists, counsellors, and life coaches
Healthcare Workers & Educators
Using sound for patient well-being, stress relief, and calm environments
Musicians & Artists
Interested in therapeutic and meditative aspects of the gong
Spiritual Seekers & Beginners
Anyone drawn to sound as a conscious practice for personal growth
Venues
Two Locations in Aotearoa
Choose your preferred location for this transformative three-day immersion.
Wellington
Lotus Retreat Centre
91 Ruapehu Street, Paraparaumu
Friday 18 – Sunday 20 September 2026
Three full days of intensive training
Auckland
Vaughn Park Retreat Centre
1043 Beach Road, Torbay
Friday 25 – Sunday 27 September 2026
Three full days of intensive training
Limited spaces: Only 10 participants per training to ensure intimate learning and personal attention from both masters.
Training
Investment in Your Journey
Your training includes everything you need for a complete transformational experience.
Regular Price
$670
NZD
Available from 1 April 2026. Must be paid in full 30 days before the training start date. Staged payments available upon request.
Enrol NowWhat's Included
Course must be paid in full before training commences.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
Begin Your Journey
Ready to explore the transformative power of sound? Get in touch to secure your place or ask any questions about the training.
Direct Contact
Stay Connected
Join our newsletter for future training dates, sound wisdom, and community updates.
“Please feel free to reach out to learn more about this training opportunity in Aotearoa-New Zealand, with two experienced international gong masters.”
— Samuel McMillan