A SOUND-HEALING RETREAT — WITH YOUR LEVEL 1 TRAINING INCLUDED

WHERE YOUR PRACTICE BEGINS

RETREAT 2026

The Alchemy of Sound Healing, Meditation & Yoga Retreat

€2,450 | 2-part instalment for a limited time only

Exclusive to this gathering — your Level 1 training is included for €200, not its usual €850. A €650 saving, offered only to those who reserve a place in Mallorca, and only while the last places remain.

A 6-Day Immersion at Osa Major, Mallorca
11–16 July 2026

In the height of the Mallorcan summer, when the air hums softly with cicadas and the land moves at a slower, sun-warmed pace, AKI Sound Studio invites you to step away from the noise of daily life — and to finally begin the practice your bowls have been quietly asking of you.

Set within Osa Major, a private sanctuary nestled among rolling hills and ancient olive trees, this intimate 6-day retreat is both a deep rest and a true beginning. Here, your full Level 1 training is woven gently through the days — so you leave not only restored, but able to play, to care for your bowls, and to hold sound for yourself and others.

Guided by AKI's co-founders Lama Brian Hilliard and Shannon van Staden, the days weave together meditation, heart-essence teachings, Tibetan Lujong yoga, Yin yoga, alchemy sound healing, and the complete foundations of Level 1 into one seamless rhythm. Each practice is offered not as something to strive for, but as an invitation to listen — to your breath, your body, and the sound moving beneath the surface of your life.

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THE ALCHEMY OF SOUND HEALING, MEDITATION AND YOGA RETREAT

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

Set within the field of AKI Sound Studio, this retreat is guided by co-founders Shannon van Staden and Lama Brian Hilliard — whose work has come to define a new standard for contemporary sound practice in Europe.

United by a shared vision, their work has taken them to some of the world’s most considered spaces, including retreats hosted with Aman and Belmond. This Mallorca gathering marks a rare return — and is likely to be a once-off experience.

Together, they hold a space that is both deeply rooted and intuitively led. Lama Brian’s lifelong devotion to Buddhist practice, mantra, and sound — shaped through years of study with Tibetan masters and a traditional three-year retreat — brings a depth that is felt as much as it is taught.

Shannon’s work in alchemy sound, yoga, and meditation offers a refined, embodied approach to resonance, creating experiences that are both expansive and deeply grounding. In Brussels, she opened Europe’s first Crystal Tones® sound studio — offering private consultations, immersive trainings, and a new way of working with sound, resonance, and somatic healing.

Joining them is guest teacher Loes Hartman, Reiki healer and holistic practitioner. Loes will guide a Kundalini yoga session alongside Shannon, accompanied by the Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowls, and offer one-on-one Reiki sessions as an additional offering.

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AKI Sound Studio Level 1

A complete Level 1 foundation, taught within the retreat

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowls® — playing techniques, care, and working respectfully with the bowls
  • Sound theory — resonance, harmonics, binaural beats, chords, and the science of vibration
  • Sound & energy — the play between alchemies, colours, notes, chakras, and intention
  • Crystal sound healing practice — posture, breath, seed syllables, and visualisation
  • Mantra & visualisation transmissions — Lama Brian's specialised practices
  • Healing application — creating and leading sound baths with confidence
  • Quantumplations — contemplative practices that deepen awareness and integration
  • Integration — bringing sound into both personal practice and professional settings

The curriculum unfolds gently across the week, between rest and practice — moving through the Spacious Sound of A, the Clear Sound of OM, the Blissful Sound of HUM, the Expanding Sound of RAM, and the Accomplishing Sound of DZA, and closing with a certification ceremony and sound bath Quantumplations.

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WHAT THE DAY FEELS LIKE

You wake slowly, before the heat rises, into gentle morning practice. Tibetan Lujong yoga energises the body and grounds the mind, opening into meditation — stillness, insight, heartfelt connection. Meals are shared and unhurried: vibrant vegetarian dishes from the garden. Afternoons stay spacious and unstructured — rest by the pool, journal in the shade of the olive trees, or simply gaze across the island. One morning unfolds in golden silence, a rare doorway into deeper awareness. As the sun lowers, Yin yoga and sound healing draw you back into rest, releasing what the body has carried.

YOUR LEVEL 1 TRAINING — INCLUDED

This is what sets this gathering apart. Woven gently through the week, your complete Level 1 training unfolds — your first true lessons in the bowls: the core principles of sound, how to care for your bowls, and the techniques to hold a clear, steady tone. Not a classroom, but a living immersion in the same golden field where you rest. You arrive a bowl owner. You leave a practitioner.

THE EMOTIONAL JOURNEY

This retreat is not about escape, but about returning — to yourself, to simplicity, to the intelligence of slowing down. Many arrive carrying fatigue or mental noise. Over the days, a quiet shift: breath deepens, sleep improves, steadiness returns. You may meet insight, release, or profound stillness — or simply rest, truly rest, in a way modern life rarely allows. All of it is welcome, held within a small, supportive group.

THE SPACE

Osa Major offers understated beauty and calm - a place that doesn’t demand attention but gently supports presence. Shared rooms foster a sense of community, while private corners throughout the property offer solitude whenever you need it. Everything you need is provided, from yoga props to soft blankets, allowing you to arrive with light luggage and an open heart.

With just 14 participants, this retreat maintains a deeply personal atmosphere, ensuring attentive guidance, spacious practices, and a sense of belonging that extends beyond the retreat itself.



WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEAVE WITH

  • A deeper connection to your inner stillness

  • Your complete Level 1 foundation — sound theory, bowl care, and your first playing techniques (a €650 saving)

  • Tools to regulate your nervous system and support emotional balance

  • Renewed clarity, grounded energy, and a softened relationship with yourself

  • A felt understanding of sound, silence, and movement as pathways to healing

  • The lingering warmth of shared meals, meaningful practices, and quiet joy

This is an invitation to step into the alchemy of sound, movement, and meditation - held by nature, guided with care, and shaped by the ethos of Aki Sound Studio.


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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Your place holds far more than the days themselves:

  • Your full Level 1 training — included for €200 (normally €850)
  • A beautiful 150-page bound training manual
  • A keepsake AKI tote bag
  • Certification recognised by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA)
  • A complimentary 60-minute bowl consultation
  • Exclusive bowl pricing for 7 days after training: €50 off a single bowl, €333 off three or more (excludes the HeartFlowers Collection)
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LOVE FROM OUR COMMUNITY

What an unbelievable experience, Aki Sound studio is a top tier highly recommended place for everyone who’s looking for the ultimate combination of expertise and quality singing bowls. I’ve felt so comfortable and welcome since the first time I attended the studio. The ambiance is also so relaxing, you feel at home and nurtured. I was blessed to start my journey here, and I’ve just finished my level one training. I’m looking forward to level two and many more blissful moments to come. Thank you Lama BrIan and Shannon for sharing all your knowledge and love.

Mariette T

I just completed Level 1 Sound Healing training this weekend and my heart is just filled with so much joy and gratitude. The training was so insightful and nourishing for my soul. Diving so deeply into sound and learning about the power of vibrations and frequencies from the divine Alchemy Crystal bowls was just amazing. I traveled from Copenhagen, Denmark because I knew Shannon and Brian were the best within their field. From the moment I arrived I felt completely at home in their beautiful studio. Their warmth and passion for what they do can truly be felt in their presence.

Nicole O

I am so grateful for this transformative experience. Not only did I learn so much but I also experienced a deep personal and emotional breakthrough during the training. I feel like a huge shift has happened within me.

“I wanted to thank Shannon and Brian for this magical weekend. I’m still on cloud nine! It’s a weekend I would recommend to everyone — a true pause in a world where we’re constantly in the “doing.” I learned, shared, listened… and I’m coming out of it more peaceful and fulfilled. It was such a rich and generous training, just like Shannon and Brian. I can’t wait to take part in Level 2!

Liliane B

Attended the sound healing level 1 course which was an absolutely wonderful experience. A lot of depth to the teachings as well as much love in every detail. Beautiful studio, even more beautiful people. Would definitely recommend!”

Elgin T

RETREAT DETAILS

  • Location: Osa Major, Mallorca, Spain
  • Investment: €2,450 per person
  • Level 1 training: included for €200, normally €850 — a €650 saving, limited to this retreat
  • Bowls are supplied by AKI Sound Studio
  • Certification recognised by the CMA on completion
  • Payment plan: 2 instalments — a 50% deposit to secure your spot, followed by the balance charged automatically on 11 June 2026.
  • Accommodation: Shared twin or double rooms (single options available on request)
  • Arrival: 11 July from 17:00 | Departure: 16 July by 10:00
  • Flights, transfers, and travel insurance are not included.

CANCELLATION POLICY

A 50% deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due 30 days before the retreat begins, on 11 June.

Cancellations are only possible if your place can be reassigned. Refunds on the remaining balance depend on the timing of your cancellation:

  • More than 60 days before the retreat: 100% refund (minus €500 admin fee)
  • Within 60 days: 50% refund (minus €500 admin fee)
  • Within 14 days: no refund


Please note that no refunds are provided for personal or professional emergencies, illness, or travel disruptions. Participants are responsible for their own travel insurance and any related costs.


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A week before the retreat we will connect all retreat guests, so that you can share taxis or hire cars. The taxi each way is approx. €55 and takes 35 minutes. It could also be economical to book/share a rental car for the duration of the retreat.

This is the perfect retreat for solo travellers. A way to truly connect with yourself as well as the beautiful like minded community.

The food is vegetarian with vegan options. Almost all ingredients come from the retreat garden Osa Verde. If you have any intolerances or special requests, please inform us when you register. We will enjoy daily brunch, a light snack and dinner with coffee included during brunch. Filtered water and tea will be available all day.

No, Osa Major will provide yoga mats, cork blocks, meditation cushions, belts, and blankets.

You will have quiet time for treatments, walks, journaling between brunch and the evening sessions / dinner. You can relax in the shade of ancient olive trees, take walks or enjoy the beautiful infinity pool.

Reiki sessions with Loes Hartman as well as a variety of massage therapists. These are not included in the retreat cost.