The
Peter Hess®
Method
A Proud Instructor with:
Peter Hess Academy USA
Gina Armstrong was so inspired that she traveled to Germany to learn this modality and decided to bring the Peter Hess Method to the USA. She is our local academy head. After training with many teachers I found Gina’s, teaching technique and style to be far above any singing bowl training I have attended thus far.
Why we love the Peter Hess® Method
Peter Hess sound-massage is a modern method rooted in ancient knowledge of the positive effects of sound, such as in the east Indian healing arts of 5000+ years ago. According to their legend, humans were created from sound, and are sound. It follows that if a being is "in tune" with both self and environment, he or she is able to live life more freely and creatively.
Peter Hess is a German engineering graduate (FH) in Physical Technology who has extensively researched the effects of sound on people. Based on his manifold experience, particularly in Nepal and Tibet, he started work with metal singing bowls in 1984. His sound-massage method is based on compiled investigations and experiments showing the effect of traditional music on the human mind and body. In his many years of practice, Peter has adapted this knowledge for western cultures – the result is the original Peter Hess® method of Sound-Massage.
Peter heads the Institute for Sound Massage Therapy in northern Germany, which continues to develop and expand on his methods; and he has shared his own experiences in seminars provided both in Germany and abroad since 1986. The Institute Governs more than 20 academies throughout the world. Click the learn more button to visit the USA Academy.
“The sound of the singing bowl touches our innermost soul and brings it into vibration. The sound breaks tension, mobilizes self healing forces, and sets free creative energies.”
Areas of Application
Overall
The Peter Hess method of sound-massage is applied primarily for deep relaxation. We don't make claims of cure or treatment, preferring to view it as a supportive approach. We don't need to look for what's "wrong" with the recipient, since we're not there to "fix" them. Instead we aim for good feelings, safety, and peaceful rest. The ability to let go into relaxation is key in the experience of health, and thus by offering relaxation sessions we can help people bring body, mind, and spirit into harmony.
Personal or Private Use
Relaxation and well-being. Used for self-care and with family or friends.
Professional Applications
Wellness & Coaching: Sound massage is a welcome addition to any practice where relaxation or focus is desired.
Cosmetics: Calm, confidence, and well-being affect one's appearance. Sound massage enhances beauty that comes from within.
Massage and Physiotherapy: Sound Massage can be applied by professionals for acute physical complaints – clients find it both gentle and agreeable. Blockages can be brought to awareness, and interrelated events that caused symptoms can be identified.
Medicine: By way of its relaxing and pain-relieving effect, sound massage supports medical treatment for conditions such as damaged discs, abdominal, digestive, and heart problems, painful joints and bad circulation, as well as many other health concerns. It can create a relaxed, open and co-operative atmosphere for the doctor-patient relationship.
Therapy/Psychotherapy: Sound massage has proven to be an excellent method to relax clients quickly and deeply. From within this deep relaxation, the therapeutic process is enhanced.
Other Professional Areas: Obstetrics, child care, schools, addiction recovery, retirement/nursing homes, care for the disabled, speech therapy, palliative and hospice care, etc.
Corporate Settings
Staff: Introducing calm into high-energy or stressful environment to increase staff satisfaction and productivity. Sound programs are customized and available for individuals and groups.
Management: Hard-working decision makers can take a step back and reboot with a sound massage or meditation. Self-directed or provider-facilitated, based on needs.
Sound Massage Provides Deep Relaxation and:
is non invasive
can be used in both private and group settings
feels soothing and pleasant
harmonizes the body
helps rebuild our sense of safety and security
provides space to let go of what no longer serves us
is supportive to many other therapies
Ancient medicine systems that this modality works on.
Meridians
Chakras
Endocrine System
Aura
“Instead of introducing one note bowls that only produce one pure tone, we use therapy grade bowls made of bell metal, they have a fundamental note but there are so many overtones and partial tones they truly mimic the sounds of nature.”
Research On Sound Massage
Successful blood pressure therapy with Peter Hess® sound massage
Results of the Berlin hypertension sound therapy study
by Dr. Jens Gramann, MD
Peter Hess® Sound Massage for those
suffering from Parkinson’s Disease
A report on experiences from Rio de Janeiro
by Regina Santos and Ursula Dannemann
Relieving stress and strengthening health with Peter Hess®-sound massage
A pilot study of the European Association for Sound Massage Therapy e.V. in cooperation with the Dr. Tanja Grotz Institute
Dr. Phil. Christina M. Koller & Dr. Tanja Grotz
Mindful Sound – Resonating Mindfulness
MBSR und Peter Hess®- Sound Methods – an ideal connection
by Birgit Amann
SUPPORTING MEDIA
Sound massage with the vibrations and sacred sound of singing bowls.It can give you a direct and deep relaxation. This method is based on the ancient oriental concept that sound is able to heal.
Jana Talking about Peter Hess Sound Massage and the bowls we use.
Thank you to our amazing experiences partner https://www.hess-klangkonzepte.de/
Tibetan Singing Bowls massage