Sound Healing Academy Reviews 

I completed the Level 1 Foundations Of Integral Sound Healing workshop with Annie at Tanglewood. I enjoyed being able to learn about and experience the therapeutic benefits of a wide variety of instruments. Annie was very obliging in allowing us to try her (impressive) range of sound healing instruments and was very happy to share her great depth of knowledge on sound healing with us. I found it to be a great starting point for getting a foundational understanding of a broad range of instruments. I am yet to complete my theory so I cannot comment on that part as yet 😊 but I thoroughly enjoyed the practical workshop.

I like the in person aspect and small class size. The seating was comfortable. Appreciate being able to practice with different instruments in class.

I can highly recommend doing the Level 1 Foundations of Integral Sound Healing workshop with Annie Ridgway of Lakshmi Sound Sanctuary, as this is a fabulously thorough introduction to this healing modality, but also the basis for completing further studies with her to become a credentialled Sound Healer.
Annie is a passionate, enthusiastic experienced teacher, with an obvious musicality in her soul! She holds a very safe, nurturing space for you to learn in, with very individualised supervision at all times.
Annie also provides ongoing group support post the workshop while you complete the theory and practice sessions, and this feels important to me as this modality is quite profound energetically.
The online learning modules are comprehensive and easily navigated, and I feel that I'm being given a balanced view on the benefits of Sound Healing.
You'll have a very uplifting experience learning with Annie, and she has simply the best smorgasbord of instruments to play and listen to!

Amazing experience. Annie is so gentle and knowledgeable. The course far exceeded my expectations in terms of the breadth of skills taught. It was great to practice on each other right away! Highly recommend. Thanks, Annie!

I have been interested in sound healing for a while. 1 or 2 years ago, I would watch a lot of sound healing demonstration videos of instruments only to find out that the videos I was watching, on YouTube, were that of Tony Nec.

I really enjoyed this course. It was easy to navigate, easy to retain & the demonstrations were very helpful. I am definitely going for the diploma.

Annie Ridgway was a knowledgeable, professional and warm facilitator. I learned so much and loved the combination of information and practice. I would highly recommend studying with Annie if you are interested in Sound Healing. The other participants also added to the experience as did the more experienced students who assisted us in our learning.

I have yet to finish the course but to date, sadly far from impressed. My questions were answered fantastically as I was interested in upgrading from Uncertifed from 4 years ago(?) to Certified. But since I got the materials, which are not set out in a particularly helpfull way, although it least it is a modulised system, but support very, very lacking. It says "You can edit or delete your reviews at any time" so once I have finished the course, in the next 2 weeks I would hope, then I will come back and edit this as a "final review"

My in-person teacher, Beth from The Om Shoppe was informative, fun to learn from and kept the pace moving forward. The online content was robust and the SHA team responded to my questions and feedback in a very timely manner. I highly recommend. Looking forward to continuing with a diploma course in tuning forks.
Thank you,
Jennifer.

I recently completed Level 1 Singing Bowl Training with Jen, and it was a truly enriching experience. Jen is a knowledgeable, patient, and gifted teacher who creates a welcoming environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners. The training was thoughtfully structured, blending practical techniques with a deeper understanding of sound, vibration, and healing.

I left feeling more confident in my skills, inspired in my practice, and excited to continue learning. Jen’s passion for this work is evident in every aspect of her teaching, and her genuine desire to see her students succeed makes the experience even more meaningful.

I’m incredibly grateful for everything I learned in Level 1 and am already looking forward to taking Level 2 this fall. Highly recommend this training to anyone interested in deepening their connection to sound healing and singing bowls.

I have joined level 1 sound healing course online and workshop with Anita in Malaney QLD. Anita was very informative and helpful and made her classes very interesting. The online course is very easy to follow. The videos and documents was very informative as well. I highly recommend this course.

Thoroughly enjoyed the “Level 1
Foundations of Integral Sound Healing” course! The breadth of the material- from the history, to the science, art & alchemy, to the application of the various instruments was really interesting and engaging, without being too dense for someone newer to this material. Really appreciated the focus on heartfulness and intention in the practice of sound healing. Highly recommend!

Andrea Zemrau who had lead the workshop was very knowledgeable and incorporated many interactive practicum experiences throughout the weekend. The venue that she selected was very well suited for the workshop as it was situated in a cabin in the country.
Our group was smaller but this allowed for more time to play with the instruments and interact as a group.
I would highly recommend this workshop and feel that I have a good foundation to start exploring more healing with tuning forks.
The only suggestion that I would have liked to have provided is a paper hard copy of the materials /binder given to refer to rather than relying on technology when you have to make a quick reference in the future.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Transformational Learning Experience

Attending Natalie Brown’s Sound Healing Academy Level II Workshop in Iowa exceeded every expectation I had. This was far more than a training course—it was a transformational experience that deepened my knowledge, strengthened my confidence, and connected me with an incredible community of like-minded people.

Natalie is an exceptional teacher who creates a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment where everyone feels encouraged to grow, regardless of their musical background or experience. I came into the workshop carrying some limiting beliefs about my own musical abilities, but through her patient instruction and encouragement, I left feeling confident and inspired to continue my sound healing journey.

The curriculum was thoughtfully designed, providing the perfect balance of theory, hands-on practice, and real-world application. Every lesson built upon the previous one, making the learning process both engaging and enjoyable.

The peaceful retreat setting was the ideal environment for this experience, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in learning while also taking time for reflection and personal growth. The delicious, homemade plant-based meals, lovingly prepared with fresh ingredients from the garden, were another highlight and reflected the care and intention woven throughout the entire workshop.

Perhaps the greatest gift was the sense of community. What began as a room full of strangers quickly became a circle of supportive friends who encouraged one another every step of the way.

I left with new skills, lasting friendships, greater confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. As a board-certified health and wellness coach, I’m excited to integrate everything I learned into my Wholistic Health & Happiness practice to help others experience the profound benefits of sound healing.

Thank you, Natalie, for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, authenticity, and heart. I wholeheartedly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of sound healing while growing personally and professionally.

my mentor Magdika is awesome! She provides very informative information and gives me tips on how to actually proceed the session for clients. After the 30min zoom call, I've learned so much and all my questions are being answered.

This course is very informative, relatable and full of helpful tips and tricks. I would highly recommend The Sound Healing Academy.

I am finding ways to integrate this into my Reiki practice and my personal life. I have been introduced to great resources. The books suggested and the additional information on the Sanskrit meanings is valuable. This course is truly worth the money and time.

each day we had a different learning experience and it was very interesting.

I attended face to face Level 2 Diploma: Integral Sound Healing For Working 1-2-1 - with clients workshop at Maleny led by my teacher Annie alongside Anita.

I found experience more than I had expected. The balance of theory and physical practices allowed me to understand and make amendments where I needed to.

The knowledge that was shared with the compassion not only by the teachers but by students assisted me and I believe having like minded women walking through together made this workshop worth the trip. I would totally recommend attending one of the courses/workshops/diplomas.

Thank you again, for the opportunity to expand my knowledge to share with others who I met where they are currently at within my practices.

Much gratitude,

Jo

The teacher, Andrew Kay. His depth of knowledge and clarity of explanation was evident. The practical approach was a tremendous introduction to the world of sound healing. My view of sound healing is much broader now and I leave feeling confident I can do this. Knowing there is the ongoing support of our teacher and community is reaffirming. Thank you so much Andrew for a wonderful experience.