Nature Vibrations Wellness Day @ Hilton Court Gardens

The aim of Nature Vibrations Wellness Day is to hold space for you to relax, restore and reset in tranquil surroundings as you partake in our nature and wellbeing based activities 🌱🌿🌳💚

Venue: Hilton Court Gardens, Roch, Pembrokeshire

This is a pretty special location with gorgeous private landscaped gardens containing a lake, woodland, quirky wooden cabins and huts and a fantastic botanic glass tropical dome.

Hilton Court was a favourite spot for many a visitor, family and local when it was open to the public, however, other than a limited number of camping pitches, we have the gardens to ourselves which will minimise distractions and help you to really switch off from life's daily stressors and surrender to nature 

Itinerary of the Day (timings approx)

🌿 900-1130   Shinrin-Yoku (2hr 30) 

🥪 1200-1300 Picnic Lunch 

✨ 1300-1415 Gong & Sound Journey (1hr 15)

🎶 1445-1530 Himalayan Brainwave Bowl Meditation (45min)

Welcome Talk - Introduction to Shinrin-Yoku aka Forest Bathing- Learn about it's origin, background, scientific research and the physiological and psychological health benefits reported with Shinrin-Yoku across the globe

Shinrin-Yoku Class - Partake in a series ‘invitations’ to engage with each of your senses. These ‘invitations’ or mindfulness based activities can be done sat or lying down, standing or moving at a slow considered pace.

The core principle of Shinrin-Yoku or Forest Bathing is that you are present and in the moment and not distracted by technology, conversations or everyday stresses of daily life.

More than simply a walk in the woods, the practice of Shinrin-Yoku adopts principles of mindfulness and entails slowing down and applying an acute focus on what’s around us through a series of sensory invitations.

The swell of scientific data globally supporting Shinrin-Yoku or Forest Bathing is very compelling, just some of the positive health benefits include a reduction in blood pressure, reduction in heart rate, reduction of stress, anxiety and a boost to immunity.

What to bring?

• Sturdy footwear as terrain underfoot can vary as we explore the forest
• Long trousers to avoid nettle stings or scratchy branches
• Something to sit and or lie on may help you relax into the invitations and prevent a soggy bum
• Water and snacks
• Be prepared for the weather, sunscreen / waterproofs
• Curiosity and open mindset

Picnic Lunch: 1200 - 1300

Lakeside, Woodland or Gardens relaxation time for meditation | reflection | rest | social connection

Space: Al Fresco Lakeside | Woodland | Tropical Dome (Weather dependent)

• Settle down and get cosy with your yoga mat and blankets
• Brief introduction to Gong Baths
• Mindful body and breath meditation
• Gong Sound Bath
• Grounding time, reflection and sharing

Gong & Sound Journey
Every Gong Sound Journey is different and a very personal experience depending on where you are on your personal journey through life.

You don't need to know how to meditate or focus on being mindful and present as the Gongs can quickly transport you to a meditative state for deeper relaxation

Distracted by the depth of resonance, sounds and vibrations our busy minds succumb to the varying frequencies as our internal chatter or rumination thoughts can quickly move towards a dreamy state, where we journey through the sounds.

Some people report seeing vivid colour or patters, some feel a light or floating feeling , others relaxed and heavy. Whatever your personal experience, you may well let go of your daily stresses and anxieties, and leave the session feeling tranquil and relaxed.

Learn more at www.gnaw.wales/gong-sound-bath

Age: Not suitable for children under 14, children 15-16 to be accompanied by a guardian

Equipment needed?

To get the most benefit from a gong bath we should be comfortable and warm lying on the floor for an extended period of time as when our heart rate lowers during a gong bath, so does our body temperature.

Attendees may wish to bring their own:

• Warm layers, and thick socks
• Weighted Eye pillow* or mask
• Blanket*
• Cushion*
• Yoga Mat* (and ideally a duvet or added padding to lie on)
• Water to keep hydrated

* a limited number will to available to borrow

Restrictions: See contraindications and

• Experience the dreamy sounds of the Himalayan Sound Bowls as they reverberate across the Tropical Sound Dome.
• These bowls have been carefully selected to include closely matched frequencies that create Binaural Beats when certain bowls are combined
• As a result our busy brains slow down their vibrating frequencies through a process classed Brainwave Entrainment from a busy Beta Brainwave state, through a more dreamy and creative Alpha Brainwave state, towards a deeper subconscious Theta Brainwave state, which is associated with REM sleep, hypnosis and meditation.

To get the most benefit from a Sound Bath as we let go and journey we should aim to be as comfortable as we can.

It's good to keep snug, comfortable and warm whilst lying on the concrete paving floor for this extended period of time outdoors, as when we relax into a deeper rest and digest state during the Gong Sound Bath our heart rate and body temperature lowers.

Attendees may wish to bring:

• Warm layers, and thick socks
• Weighted eye pillow* or mask
• Thick blanket or duvet
• Cushions*
• Yoga Mat* to lie on (and ideally a duvet folder over for added padding underneath you)
• Water to keep hydrated

*a number fo these will be available to borrow

 special considerations below before buying your ticket

Special Considerations and Contraindications:

Please note the following and consult your doctor should you have any concerns:

Contraindications : Gong Sound Baths are not recommended with the following:

• Pacemaker or metal implants
• During the first or last trimester of pregnancy
• Serious mental health issues such as schizophrenia or psychosis

Special Considerations: Gong Sound Baths may not be suitable for some prone to the following:

• Fits or seizures (including epilepsy)
• Sensitive to sound, like Tinnitus
• If you wear a hearing aid, your device should be turned off during the session

Not suitable for young children 14 and under. 15 and 16 year olds must be accompanied by their guardian.

If you have any queries, or concerns about your health and suitability for a Gong Sound Bath please contact us before booking at info@gnaw.wales