About this Event
Join us for an immersive Gong Sound Bath in the Main Sanctuary of St.Catherine's, facilitated by Aravind Vanchesan (Theta Space).
A quiet reset to begin your week.
This 75-minute gong meditation is designed to help you shift out of the pace of the day and into a deeper state of rest.
No prior experience needed. Just lie down or sit comfortably and let the sound do the work.
Many people choose to come with a friend. It often deepens the experience.
NOTE:
These sessions are intentionally priced to remain accessible and welcoming for the local community. A regular, grounded way to unwind together in the North Shore.
What to Expect
This is a deeply restorative, laying down experience. The session unfolds gently and progressively:
- Arrival & grounding to help you settle into the space
- Intention setting to consciously arrive and let the day go
- Guided breathwork to down-regulate the nervous system
- Full-spectrum gong sound immersion for deep rest and inner stillness
- Quiet closing to integrate before re-entering the evening
The experience offers gong sound immersion using large, high-quality gongs, including two massive 38-inch Sun Gongs. The layered resonance of the gongs creates a surrounding “sound envelope” that many people experience as timeless, floating, or spacious, allowing the mind to quiet and the body to rest deeply.
Each sound journey is unique and unfolds organically in the moment.
Who This Is For
- Anyone feeling busy, overstimulated, or tense
- Those looking for a non-effortful way to meditate
- Experienced meditators seeking deeper rest and integration
- First-timers curious about sound meditation
The Venue
The session will be held in the magnificent Main Sanctuary of the St. Catherine's Church. All the chairs will be removed for the session so that the entire space is available for attendees to lay down on mats. Photos of the space can be found below.
What to Bring
- Yoga mat
- Pillow / blanket
- Water
- Eye Mask
Event Details
When: Monday, May 11th, 2025
Duration: 75 Mins from 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Where: 1058 Ridgewood Dr., North Vancouver, BC V7R 1H8
Parking: Street Parking
Cancellation Policy
This event requires 48 hours’ notice prior to the start time to receive a refund.
Detailed arrival and preparation instructions will be emailed to you prior to the event.
Your Guide
Aravind Vanchesan (Theta Space) is a meditation teacher and sound practitioner with over twenty years of personal practice exploring mindfulness and sound. His work focuses on using sound as a gateway into deep rest, nervous-system regulation, and meditative stillness. Aravind has facilitated group meditations and immersive sound journeys for thousands of participants across Vancouver.
All the Big Gongs + Sound Instruments Featured During the Session (photos below)
- 38 inch Pure Titanium Sun Dance Gong from Colorado
- 38 inch Paiste Planetary Sun Gong from Switzerland
- 36 inch Blue Moon Chau Gong from Australia
- 32 inch Spiral Sufi Ammonite Gong from Iran
- Triple-Layer Ocean Drum from Italy
- Spiral Rainstick with Blue Micro-beads from Pennsylvania
- Crystal Quartzophone from Quebec
- Kailani Sound Sculpture from Brazil
- Moon Chimes from Vancouver Island
- Koshi Chimes from France
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
St. Catherine's (Capilano) Anglican Church, 1058 Ridgewood Drive, North Vancouver, Canada
CAD 22.63 to CAD 27.96
