What to Expect

No experience is necessary, and you may participate as much or as little as you'd like. We recommend having something to write with and write on nearby for optional journal reflection time. If possible, you may wish to find a quiet space without distractions and have somewhere comfortable to sit or lie down.

How Sound Baths Help

Stress negatively affects health in nearly 76% of adults, contributing to headaches, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. Evidence shows that music-based interventions significantly improve both mental and physical stress outcomes. Sound baths support renewed calm, clarity, and focus.

What to Expect

Sometimes called vibroacoustic therapy, this practice engages the body at a cellular level, helping to release stress and restore balance. This programming is led by trained community wellbeing and creative facilitators and may include guest musicians.

No experience is necessary, and you may participate as much or as little as you feel comfortable. You can move around or simply rest while immersed in resonant waves of sound that are both heard and felt. Chairs and a limited number of yoga mats and cushions will be available to use or feel free to bring your own.

Logistics

• These events are free, and open to University staff, faculty, and students. Registration is required. Space is limited, so please plan to arrive early to get settled.
• Location: The Bakken Center’s Meditation Space (B-393), Third Floor, UMN East Bank Campus, Mayo Building (420 Delaware St. SE)
  • A U-Card is required to enter the Mayo Building.
  • Directions to the Meditation Space.