Resonance of Cridhe
An Introductory Gong, Voice and Sound Retreat
in the Heart of Scotland
August 29-August 31
Lendrick Lodge - Callander
In the Heart of Scotland, In the Heart of Yourself
Cridhe is the Scottish Gaelic word for heart — not only the physical center of life, but the seat of emotion, intuition, and spirit.
This retreat is a journey into resonance — with sound, with nature, and with your own inner stillness. Nestled in the sacred landscape of the Scottish Highlands, Resonance of Cridhe invites you to slow down and listen deeply.
Through the transformative power of Gong, Voice, and Frequency, we create a field of connection and coherence — where the outer wilderness reflects the inner one.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or already working with sound, this immersive weekend offers space to explore:
• The physics and metaphysics of sound
• Introduction to working with the Gong and your own voice
• The etheral world of flumie playing
• The creation of gongs with guest makers Broder and Ines Oetken
• The harmonising rhythms of group practice and nature
Come to remember the resonance of your own cridhe — and carry it back into your life.
What you will experience
Gong Playing Foundations
Learn to connect with the gong beyond technique — developing presence, sensitivity, and confidence.
Discover how to connect with the instrument , use different playing styles, and explore the subtle art of flumies for textured resonance.
Sound Inmersions
Each night concludes with a deep, immersive Sound Experience either voice or Gong. Let the layers of vibration guide you into inner stillness, heart connection and energetic realignment .
The voice and Music
Discover the healing power of your own voice through sacred chanting and gentle vocal practices. You'll explore vibration, breath, and resonance as a gateway to presence and personal transformation. .
Tentative Schedule
Day 1 August 29th
• 16:00 – Arrival & Room Distribution
• 17:00–18:30 – Opening Circle
• 18:30 – Dinner
• 19:45–20:45 – Introduction to the Gong
• 21:00–22:00 – Sound Immersion
Day 2 August 30th
• 07:30–08:30 – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (optional)
• 09:45 – Voice Connection: Finding Your Fundamental Tone & Gong Alignment
• 11:00 – Break
• 11:30 – The crafting of a Gong
• 13:00 – Lunch
• 15:00 – Physics of Sound & Group Practice
• 16:30 – Break
• 17:00 – Understanding the Schumann Resonance & Practice
• 18:00 – Dinner
• 20:00 – Evening Gong Bath
Day 3 Agust 31st
• 07:30–08:30 – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (optional)
• 09:45 – Introduction to the Ethereal World of Flumies
• 11:30 – Tea Break
• 12:00 – Continuation: Flumies & Subtle Sound Weaving
• 13:00 – Lunch
• 14:15–15:30 – Closing Circle
• 15:30–16:00 – Optional Nature Walk & Departure
Claudio Salinas/
Nirmal Karam
Retreat Facilitator & Gong Teacher
Claudio is a gong practitioner, voice coach, and co founder of Ennea Sounds. With a deep love for sound and and mantra, he has led Gong and sound therapy trainings and sound experiences in Belgium, France, Switzerland and the Czech Republic. Claudio guides most of the sessions on this retreat, holding a nurturing and insightful space to connect with the voice, the gong, and the sacred silence within.
Pauline Speirs
Guest Gong Teacher
Based in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Pauline Speirs is a seasoned sound therapist and the founder of Sound Therapy Scotland. With a background in healing arts, her intuitive and heart-led work with gongs, bowls, and the voice offers gentle yet powerful spaces for restoration and resonance. Pauline brings the wisdom of her Scottish roots into every sound journey she shares.
Broder and Ines Oetken
Gongmakers
Creators of handcrafted unique symphonic and planetary gongs, Broder and Ines Oetken are true alchemists of sound. Their instruments are known for their finesse, deep overtone structures and spiritual depth. During the retreat, they will share their passion for their craft.
Pricing and booking
**Triple En-Suite – £465
(shared room for 3 – en-suite)
• All meals included
• Full retreat programme
• Access to all group sessions
**Twin En-Suite – £500
(shared room for 2 – en-suite)
• All meals included
• Full retreat programme
• Access to all group sessions
**Single Room All fully booked
• All meals included
• Full retreat programme
• Access to all group sessions
• Ideal for solo retreaters or quiet space seekers
To book your place, please click on the button to send us an e-mail
Full payment is required to confirm your booking
Limited to 15 participants – early booking is recommended.
Nestled in the Celtic heart of the Trossachs, Lendrick Lodge offers a magical retreat experience
Lendrick Lodge is a world-renowned spiritual retreat centre located in the Trossachs National Park, just outside Callander in Stirlingshire. Less than an hour from both Edinburgh and Glasgow, the lodge has hosted transformative retreats for over 30 years, including yoga, shamanic practices, Reiki, firewalks, and personal development workshops.
Surrounded by ancient woodland, lochs, and wildlife, it offers a nourishing and peaceful environment ideal for deep inner work and community connection. Guests often describe Lendrick Lodge as a “home-from-home,” infused with sacred Celtic energy and the healing rhythms of nature.
step into resonance
Come as you are — curious, seeking, or simply ready to rest
Resonance of Cridhe offers a safe and nurturing space to explore sound, silence, and the deep presence of the gong — guided with care, intuition, and experience.
Spaces are limited. We’d be honoured to welcome you
Nirmalkaram | Resonance of Cridhe 2025
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