Start: 24 April 2026, 17:00
End: 26 April 2026, 16:00
Price: CHF 550
Accommodation and full board: CHF 250 to CHF 350 depending on room type
One-Day Intensive
(Dec 11)
foundational, experiential, complete in itself
Full Training Path
(Dec 11 + Dec 12–14)
immersive residential + online theory
Access rule: Attending Thursday, December 11 is mandatory to join the residential module on December 12–14.
This weekend of renewal invites you to explore different states of trance to foster self-connection, grounding, and deep relaxation. In an inspiring and soothing setting, you will experience a variety of practices such as cacao ceremonial trance, trance dance, sound bath, and hypnotic trance. Treat yourself to this unique space to recentre, expand your perceptions, and nurture your inner well-being.
You can enter the training in two ways. Both start with the One-Day Intensive (Dec 11); from there you either conclude your experience, or continue with the Residential Module (Dec 12–14) plus online theory.
A concentrated, experiential introduction to Sound Awakening designed for helping – professionals (psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, holistic practitioners) and for anyone feeling called to explore the transformative power of sound.
You will learn
- Sound Healing foundations: the sound bath and core techniques
- Five Elements: acoustic qualities and instruments
- Gong: harmonic richness & entrainment
- Binaural beats and hemispheric balancing with bowls
- The Hero’s Journey framework applied to Sound Awakening
Outcome
- Solid fundamentals you can start integrating into personal or professional practice
- Eligibility to continue with the Residential Module (Dec 12–14)
Virna has been a psychotherapist for over 20 years in Geneva. She works from a transpersonal perspective using techniques such as hypnosis, EMDR, and holotropic breathwork. She also guides personal development groups to support individuals in their growth and transformation.
Trance is a wonderful practice that allows connection to the Self, facilitating grounding and renewal. During this weekend in an inspiring setting, a true haven of peace, you will have the opportunity to experience trance in different forms:
Trance with Cacao Ceremony
Trance Dance
Sound Journey (Sound Bath)
Hypnotic Trance (a journey to meet your inner wisdom)
Hypnagogic Trance (Lucia Light)
To make the most of this extended weekend, there is the possibility to arrive on Thursday evening and enjoy a meal with Piedmontese specialties.
On Friday: access to the SPA, massages, e-bike or horseback rides, cooking classes, wine tasting, or nature walks (prices upon request).
Location: Retreat Monferrato – Montiglio Monferrato (40 km from Turin). Accessible by train, airport, or 3h30 by car from Geneva. Carpooling available.
