🌿 Gozo Mata – a retreat for sound bowl massage practitioners
1–8 June 2026 | Gozo, Malta
Gozo – an island of silence, vibration and deep regeneration
Gozo is a place where time slows down and where nature and the elements support the process of pausing, healing and coming back to yourself. We will take you to a place where earth meets sky, and the sound of the waves and the warm wind open a space for a deep breath, presence and nervous system regulation.
This retreat has been created for people working with singing bowls and sound massage who wish to take care of themselves, deepen their practice and experience the power of vibration in truly unique conditions. It is not just a massage exchange – it is a process moderated by me, including work in pairs and triads, shared evaluation sessions and space for the exchange of experience and methods of working with sound.
A unique element of the workshop will be the opportunity to experience sound work in water – a practice I encountered during my training in Spain at the Association of Sound Therapy, which opens up a completely new dimension of the perception of vibration and its impact on the body and consciousness.
During your week on Gozo, you will experience:
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sound massage exchanges and relaxation sessions
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deepening your sensitivity, awareness and quality of presence
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releasing tension through work with the body and nervous system (TRE)
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immersion in sound, nature, silence and the elements
As people who are usually in the role of the giver, we need a space where we can safely move into the role of the receiver – to regenerate, strengthen our boundaries and refill our energy. This retreat has been designed with exactly that purpose – so you can return to your practice with greater lightness, stability and depth.
Only when we are in harmony with ourselves can we fully and consciously support others.
🏡 Accommodation
You will stay in the village of Xagħra, in an authentic Gozitan house with soul — full of light, stone and warmth that you will feel from the very first day.
In exchange for your presence, our home will gift you with daily sunsets — seen from a panoramic terrace overlooking the entire island. You can contemplate this daily spectacle with a cup of coffee, resting on a sun lounger or swimming in the pool.
It is here, in this magical space, that our daily sound massages will take place — under the open sky, surrounded by silence and views that restore both body and soul.
This will be your daily temple of peace and breath.
✅ DAILY
🌅 Morning session (alternating, approx. 2 hours)
Each morning one of the following two forms will take place:
Day A – relaxing massage exchanges in pairs
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work in pairs
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45 minutes of massage for one person
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time for switching, integration and a short conversation after the session
Day B – exchange and evaluation sessions in triads
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work in triads: practitioner / receiver / observer
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constructive feedback, reflection and sharing of experience
This alternating rhythm allows you to take care of your own regeneration while also deepening awareness of your work with sound.
Breakfast in a local restaurant (Mediterranean and Maltese cuisine)
🌊 Free time and regeneration (midday – afternoon)
Relaxing by the pool, swimming in the sea, individual rest and silence, walks and exploration of the surroundings
🌇 Evening
Dinner in a local restaurant
Time for rest, conversations and sunsets
🌙 ON SELECTED DAYS
(not daily, depending on the group’s energy and weather conditions)
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Sound sessions in water — experiencing the vibration of bowls in a water environment (pool)
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TRE® session (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) — a practice of releasing deep tension from the body and nervous system
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Sharing and evaluation circles — a space for expression, closure of processes and integration of experiences
🌍 Trips and explorations around Gozo
Sanap Cliffs – boat trip and cliff walk
After walking along the highest cliffs, we will go on a boat trip through turquoise waters to admire the island from the sea. We will see a water cave where light and shadow create an almost mystical atmosphere.
Ramla Bay and Ta’ Mixta Cave
We will follow the coastline to the famous Ramla Bay. Hidden coves, wild landscapes, breathtaking views… And when you stand inside Ta’ Mixta Cave and look out at the sea and the golden beach — you will understand that time truly ceases to exist.
Hidden bays
Places of silence and soothing, where the body rests and the soul absorbs the power of nature.
Salt Pans – il-Għasri – il-Mielaħ Window
Raw rock formations, natural salt pools, and the spectacular landscapes of northern Gozo — a meeting with the wild and living history of the island.
📌 Organisational information
The price includes:
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airport transfers
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7 nights in a house with a pool and terrace (2–3 person rooms, bathrooms)
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daily breakfast and dinner in local restaurants
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sound relaxation sessions in the pool
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organised massage exchanges
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triad sessions and evaluation practice
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one TRE® session (Tension Releasing Exercises)
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trips around Gozo (walking + boat trip + power spots)
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travel insurance
🩶 Who is this for?
For sound massage practitioners and sound therapists who:
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want to take care of themselves and their bodies
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seek experience exchange and high-quality feedback
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feel the need to deepen their practice
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need silence, water, sun and deep breath
This is a space for practitioners who understand the power of sound not only professionally, but personally.
💳 Payment
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4000 PLN – deposit paid by the end of January 2026
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4200 PLN – deposit paid by the end of March 2026
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4400 PLN – for late registrations (still welcome) – regular price
A non-refundable deposit securing your spot, payable to the Together in Awareness Foundation’s bank account.
Bank details will be sent after registration.
👥 Facilitators
Cecylia Sanchez (Shanti Cecylia Om) – sound therapist, musician and guide in vibrational work. Certified in sound massage according to the Peter Hess® method and trained at the Association of Sound Therapy in Spain, as well as with Leszek Angulski and Tomek Niewiadomy. For years she has been facilitating sessions, concerts and workshops, combining Tibetan and crystal bowls, gongs and other ancient instruments, creating a safe space for deep relaxation, nervous system regulation and transformation.
Karol Orężak – has been living on Gozo for six years. IT specialist, sailor, and wild nature enthusiast. He knows the island as only those who walk it every day do — its corners, paths, hidden bays and places not described in guidebooks. He organises retreats and shows Gozo in its pure, authentic form.
📩 Registration and questions
Cecylia +48 509 123 135