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What is Sound Therapy  ?

Sound Therapy is a complementary therapy which, depending on the methods employed by the practitioner, may be beneficial for assistance with the relief and prevention of many symptoms of a range of stress-related illness and diseases.

During a sound therapy treatment, the client lies fully clothed comfortably on a massage table with a blanket over, while the expert practitioner uses a variety of specialist sound therapy musical instruments to create a range of musical sounds.  One or more of the musical instruments are placed at certain locations both on and around the body while the sounds are emanating from the instruments. 

The goal of sound therapy is to create a state of deep rest and relaxation in the body, in order to trigger the natural self-healing response which usually occurs during good quality sleep. 

Working in combination with chakra energy centres along with various accupressure and reflexology points, the sound waves generated by the sound massage therapy can be directed to improve the flow of Qi or life-force energy throughout the body.  Including where energy may be stuck and in need of clearing and/or a general energy balance.

The IAST method of Sound Massage Therapy© as developed and taught by us here at Irish Academy of Sound Therapy, which focuses on the use of therapy grade metal bowls, tuning forks, gongs, chimes and other instruments to generate certain sound frequencies, is emerging as a highly effective method of sound therapy.  So far we have seen some remarkable clinical results, although more research is needed to correctly establish the full range of health benefits.

What are the Proven Health Benefits ?

So far our clinical results are showing that our unique method of sound massage therapy is highly effective at rapidly inducing the necessary states of deep rest and relaxation necessary for this self-healing to occur. 

In all cases presented so far, this deep rest, relaxation and self-healing has resulted in the reduction and in some cases, the complete elimination of the symptoms of many health conditions including anxiety, chronic migraine, facial myalgia, sleep disorders, joint & muscle pain, fibromyalgia, tinnitus and many other stress-related conditions.

Author: Sharon Quigley, Founder of Irish Academy of Sound Therapy.

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Your Success is Our Priority

Have you felt a deep calling to learn about the science of healing with therapeutic sound in a professional setting, so you can help others to transform their lives in a positive way? 

Are you searching for comprehensive & accredited training based on evidence-based scientific methods, suitable for use in any professional setting ?

Those who have trained with us include: Complementary & Holistic Therapists including Reiki | Nurses | Counsellors & Psychotherapists | Osteopaths | Homeopaths | Nutritionists | Beauty & Hairdressing |  Pharmacists | School Teachers | Yoga Teachers | Wellness Coaches |  Life Coaches | Special  Needs Assistants | Aged Care Assistants and many more!

With our solid reputation built on excellence and over 25+ years international experience in sound & vibrational medicine in a range of clinic, education and research settings, it’s easy to see why we regularly welcome so many from all over Ireland and around the world to train with us here at Irish Academy of Sound Therapy.

In keeping with international standards for training in complementary therapies, our practitioner training is in-person at our country nature retreat and holistic academy.  Yoga Nidra however is very suitable for online training and is offered online from time to time.

Inspiring Study Pathways

With our range of Diplomas and flexible study options, from 1-day CPD add-on Certificates to enhance your existing skills, or a full Diploma or Advanced Diploma professional qualification.

Holistic sound massage and biofield tuning to work with individual clients in a holistic clinic, or create mesmerising sound bath & sound journey meditation experiences for individuals or groups, or both – we have the professional course to help you achieve your goals.

Your Path to Success as an

Intuitive Expert Master Practitioner
of Therapeutic Sound

Begins with Irish Academy of Sound Therapy

A unique opportunity to accelerate your learning by immersing yourself
in this deeply inspiring & transformational learning environment.

Inspiring Range of Accredited
Workplace Ready Courses

for the Innovative Holistic Health Professional

from Professional Certificate to Advanced Master Practitioner’s Diploma

CACAO TEMPLE
PRACTITIONER COURSES

Training Confident, Capable & Intuitive Practitioners

to the highest Standard of Excellence

Since 2017

CNMA Training Centre of Excellence

Spirit of the Gong Practitioner Graduates

INSPIRING LOCATION

Surrounded by nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city while being located just 11 minutes drive west of Fermoy, and 33 minutes north of Cork City!  

An abundance of tranquil forest woodlands, spiritual pilgrimages & megalithic sites right at our doorstep.  Scroll down to find out more about the exciting learning opportunities which await you here at Irish Academy of Sound Therapy!

Our Nature Retreat & Holistic Academy is nestled in the scenic foothills of the Nagle Mountains and the Blackwater valley IN the North Cork hinterland, providing you with the perfect learning environment. 

Experience the Tranquil Learning Environment of our

Country Nature Retreat &  Holistic Academy

just 15 minutes off the M8 in North Co.Cork

Home of the

Earth Sounds© Method
of Natural Healing with Sound & Frequency Medicine

Inspiring Range of Accredited Sound Healing & Sound Therapy Courses
from 1-Day Certificate to Advanced Diploma

All levels from beginner to advanced including:

Biofield Tuning with tuning forks | Drum sound therapy | Gong sound therapy | Certified Gong Bath Professional© | Certified Sound Bath Professional© | Sound Therapy Master Practitioner with Peter Hess© therapy grade singing bowls | Inspiring range of 1-Day add-on short courses for CPD | Spirit of the Gong Practitioner© Training | Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki (Original Source) | plus more!

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Ireland’s Largest Range of

Yoga Alliance YACEP Accredited
Sound Bath Professional
& Yoga Nidra Courses

Inspiring 1-Day CPD Short Courses for the Workplace

If you are a qualified mind body professional and you’d like to add a new holistic skill to your client offerings – our extensive range of accredited 1-Day CPD Short courses will inspire you.

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Who is This Training For?

No previous experience in sound therapy or holistic therapies is necessary, all are welcome. 

Professionals who have completed our training so far include:

Dental Technicians; Nurses; School Teachers; Energy Therapists; Holistic Therapists: Yoga Teachers; Pharmacists; Counsellors; Beauty Spa Therapists; Beauticians; Hairdressers; Psychologists; Psychiatrists;  Special Needs Assistants; Aged Care Assistants; Music Therapists; Psychic Mediums; Usui Reiki Practitioners; Shamanic Practitioners & many more!

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What our graduates are saying …

I had the wonder-filled pleasure of attending a Sound Bath training at the Irish Academy of Sound Therapy, guided by a beautiful soul named Sharon Quigley. The day was nothing short of magical. Together with lovely like-minded souls I met at the training, we began with serene nature walks in the enchanted nearby Castleblagh Forest, immersed ourselves in the beauty of the outdoors, followed by grounding forest chanting that harmonised our spirits with mother nature.

Sharon welcomed us into her soulful sound healing space in Ballyhooly, Cork, where we learned more about the mysteries of energy fields and explored an abundant array of mesmerising sound healing instruments. Her expertise and passion as a highly experienced trainer and facilitator were evident throughout the entire training. Sharon’s guidance was both compassionate and insightful, emphasising the importance of client safety and comfort in hosting sound baths.

This training has been transformative, significantly enhancing my confidence in conducting my own monthly sound healings within our Women Self-care Circles. The feedback from these sessions has been incredible, and I find myself cherishing every moment of this sound healing journey.

Sharon, your wisdom and warmth have had a lasting impact on my practice, and for that, I am truly grateful. Thank you for sharing your beautiful soul and for supporting and guiding me to bring the healing energy of sound to others.

Love, light and self-care bear hugs,

Namaste,

– Gill

“My training with Irish Academy of Sound Therapy was truly inspirational.  I definitely found the right place!”
– Master Practitioners Diploma Graduate

“I`ve learned so much more than I expected to learn.  Can’t wait to offer holistic sound massage to my clients.”
– Master Practitioners Diploma Graduate

“This has to be the best quality training in Ireland!  So professionally run and Sharon’s knowledge and experience was exceptional.”
– Sacred Sound Bath Facilitator 1-Day Masterclass

SOUND BATH PRO COURSES

Would you like to discover expert techniques for working with therapeutic sound in groups to create mesmerising sound bath meditation experiences, with companion skills such as guided meditation & Yoga Nidra from Certificate to Advanced Diploma, with the option to continue with Spirit of the Gong Practitioner© training, Certified Cacao Ceremony Leader, Certified Womens Circle Leader and other inspiring study pathways for working with sacred sound in groups for meditation and altered states of consciousness …

Accredited by: Yoga Alliance YACEP, CNMA (Complementary & Natural Medicine Association) and SHAI (Sound Healing Association of Ireland)

“Sharon has an incredible depth of knowledge and experience and is a gifted teacher.  Her explanations are so easy to understand.”
– Sacred Sound Bath Facilitator 1-Day Masterclass

“I am so grateful for this training.  It was everything I needed and more.”
– Sacred Sound Bath Facilitator 1-Day Masterclass

“I’m amazed at how much I learned in just 1 day.  Sharon has filled me with a renewed confidence and belief in myself.  I can’t wait to do more courses here.”
– Sacred Sound Bath Facilitator 1-Day Masterclass

SPIRIT OF THE GONG PRACTITIONER© COURSES

For those who wish to delve deeper into the Spirit of the Gong for Therapeutic use, we have an inspiring range of professional gong mastery courses including our special guest Tutor, Yin Yoga & Pilates Instructor and expert Gong Master Jackie King (UK) herself a 25+ years dedicated student of Grand Gong Master Don Conreaux.  Choose from 1-Day Certified Gong Bath Professional to the Advanced Diploma of Therapeutic Gong. 

Accredited by: Yoga Alliance YACEP, CNMA (Complementary & Natural Medicine Association) and SHAI (Sound Healing Association of Ireland)

“I have just completed Sharon’s Sound Gong Master Training, 1-day Masterclass, as part of my continuing professional development, I am a reg. General Nurse & Educator. I highly recommend this immersive, intensive training, I completed a UK based Level 3, Sound therapy course over the summer and have beem lucky enough to have gained a place on Sharon’s Course today, to further develop my knowledge, I highly recommend this course, Thank you Sharon and Jackie, and all who attended ❤ it has been a brilliant learning experience, very professional.”   – Maria (Máire) Delaney-Hughes xxx

INTEGRATED YOGA NIDRA© COURSES

With our ground-breaking ISRT© Integrated Yoga Nidra certificate and Integrated Sound Relaxation Thearpy Diploma and Advanced Diploma, you will discover how to extend the therapeutic potential of Yoga Nidra with a unique fusion of sound bath meditation and real Hypnosis for deep rest, relaxation, positive change & transformation.

Accredited by: Yoga Alliance YACEP, The CNMA (Complementary & Natural Medicine Association) and SHAI (Sound Healing Association of Ireland)

SACRED WOMENS’ WORK

For the Earth Spirits – discover a range of shamanic techniques and intuitive drum sound therapy for self-healing of individuals & groups, connecting with the Divine Spirits of nature, Crystal beings, the Moon & sacred Trees as our Divine friends for self-healing and transformation and more …

Accredited by: CNMA (Complementary & Natural Medicine Association) and SHAI (Sound Healing Association of Ireland)

EXPLORE WISDOM OF DANU SACRED MEDICINE PATH

FOREST & NATURE THERAPY COURSES

Are you an existing teacher or Holistic practitioner who would like to lead interactive nature therapy experiences?

This unique and inspiring series of practitioner add-on CPD courses will provide you with essential knowledge, skills & techniques to succeed as a confident & intuitive creator of integrated forest & nature therapy experiences within your existing health & wellbeing practice. 

Open to all Teachers, Medical & Holistic Health professionals

Accredited by: Yoga Alliance YACEP, CNMA (Complementary & Natural Medicine Association) and SHAI (Sound Healing Association of Ireland)

SHAI Approved Training Provider

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CNMA Training Centre of Excellence

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Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider

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Your Success is Our Priority

Have you felt a deep calling to learn more about the sacred science of healing with sound in a professional setting, to help others transform their lives in a positive way?

Providing you with the best chance for success with the flexibility to choose the study plan that suits your needs and abilities. 

If you are new to holistic therapies I recommend completing your Diploma over a longer timeframe, giving you the time you need to learn and practice the new concepts and skills..  

If you are already working as a Holistic Therapist in a busy clinic, or in any other fast-paced work environment and you always learn best when given the opportunity to immerse yourself into the learning, we provide our Master Practitioner’s Diploma of Sound & Vibrational Medicine (Sound Therapy) as a 6-day intensive twice a year in August and November.

Each of the 3 levels of our Sound Therapy Diploma is also available on weekends at various time throughout the year, and available midweek by request.  This gives you the flexibility to choose the study plan that best suits your needs and abilities.

Founder & Principal
Sharon Q. (from Australia)

Home of

The Earth Sounds© Method of Natural Healing
with Sound & Frequency Medicine

IAST Certified Sound Bath Professional©

IAST Certified Gong Bath Professional©

Spirit of the Gong Practitioner©

Integrated Yoga Nidra©

Integrated Sound Relaxation Therapy© (ISRT©) &

Wisdom of Danu Celtic Medicine Path©

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A sample of what our graduates are saying …

“A thoroughly inspiring and engaging learning experience.”  – TP, Wellness Coach, Canada

“I can’t wait to finish my case studies now!” – EM, France

“I am so grateful to have studied with Sharon, she has to be one of the best teachers in the world.”  – WT, Wales UK

“Sharon is literally a walking encyclopedia on the subject of sound therapy,  I loved her combination of science and the metaphysical.  I am so honoured to have her as my teacher.”
– SK, Germany

CNMA Training Centre of Excellence

Internationally Accredited
Master Practitioner & Facilitator Training
to Diploma & Advanced Diploma Levels

Here at Irish Academy of Sound Therapy our goal is to inspire you to become the best you can be,  To assit you to develop your skills & confidence to reach your full potential as an intuitive sound therapist.

As a CNMA Training Centre of Excellence, we are workplace training specialists.  Our Tutors are highly qualified & experienced workplace trainers who work in their own holistic clinic on a regular basis. 

We work to international training standards of excellence, because we know you deserve the best.  

I love the practical elements with lots of different instruments and learning how to give a sound bath to a group and individual one on one.   It was great and I love the class!
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

Sharon has such a wealth of knowledge and experience.  I loved learning the different instruments & how to conduct a sound bath, it was wonderful to receive as well.  Really enjoyed the learning, would recommend it to anyone.
– Sound Therapy Diploma

Sharon explained everything so well & we did plenty of practice so I feel quite confident in my ability under her tutoring..
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

I highly recommend this training to anyone who wants to learn from the best!
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

I never could have imagined I would be so inspired and confident after your Level 1 training.  You covered so much but at just the right pace, I absorbed every word this weekend and had so much fun!  I can’t wait to complete my Level 2 and 3 with you as soon as possible! 
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

Sharon has such an enthusiastic, encouraging and heart warming way of instilling confidence and knowledge. 
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

Would highly recommend any of Sharon’s courses, I would love to return for any other ones Sharon runs afterwards.
– Level 1 Sound Therapy

More of what our graduates are saying ..

“One of the best training courses I have ever attended”-P.

“What can I say, an amazing course on every level.  Sharon has so much knowledge to share”-A.

“A wonderfully informative course, detailed scientific and wonderfully interesting on all aspects of sound healing”.-L.

“Truly transformational!”-M.

“Highly recommended!”-A.

“Sharon’s wisdom is evident from her answers to every question, the sign of a real teacher.  We are blessed to have her in Ireland.”-P

“I learned so much more than I expected.  Really looking forward to working with clients”.-R

“Interesting, enjoyable sound therapy course where the student has plenty of opportunities to experience Sharon’s wonderful collection of sound therapy instruments and great experiences in how to conduct therapy treatments”-M.

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