GONG PUJA
A WINTER SOLSTICE CEREMONY
With
Gong Masters
Cathy Loughrey, Saskia Cleary, Praveen Hewage and Virginia Alexandra
Saturday 21st June 2025
1.30pm – 5.30pm
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Gong puja is a profound sacred ceremony which promotes deep rest, healing and transformation. It brings us back to the remembrance of our original state – the oneness of creation.
This Winter solstice as we acknowledge the longest night we will align ourselves with the cosmos with a four hour Puja celebration in which the gongs are played continuously for 3 ½ hours. The word Puja means to honour, it is the act of showing reverence and recognising the seed of GOD which resides within.
The GONG is the sacred universal sound. With each strike a newness comes into being. In the cosmic resonance our nervous system, aura and electromagnetic field may become vibrant and strong, a deep state of relaxation, calm and inner stillness can be experienced.
The individual’s journey may differ as the immersion of sound works on healing aspects in each of us. A meditative state, or deep sleep or a dream state may occur and some may encounter the cosmic sounds and submerge into the vibration of the gongs slowly. Whatever is encountered is perfect so trust the process.
Vibrate the cosmos and the cosmos will open the door and show the way! Clear, relax and hear the whisper of infinite and allow transformation.
The last strike of the gong will be at sunset 5.08pm
Event details for Gong Puja, a Winter Solstice Ceremony
We are delighted to welcome you to the Winter Solstice Gong Puja, a sacred ceremony with gongs taking place at Kundalini House.
This is an all afternoon event on Saturday 21 June 2025 from 1.30pm to 5.30pm.
Please be advised that attendance is only possible for the full event.
Your hosts for this event will be Cathy Loughrey, Saskia Cleary, Praveen Hewage and Virginia Alexandra, with Kundalini House.
Please arrive in plenty of time to complete your registration and set-up your mat. The door will be closed at 1.20pm. Gong puja will commence at 1.30pm and conclude at 5.30pm.
We have a special event planned for you combining planet gongs Sedna, Pluto, Neptune with a titanium gong artistically created with the image of a dolphin. Our Gong Puja will commence with the ceremonial conch as we call in the six directions before moving into 3 ½ hours of gong immersion where you can rest, relax, and meditate in the sound current. The last strike of the gong will occur at sunset and will be followed by a short period of silence. We hope to bring you an afternoon of magic.
Gong Puja is an individual experience, as with a Gong Sound Bath Immersion, the experience of each person in the room maybe quite different. Trust your experience is perfect for you.
Investment
Full $125 and conc/KH-members $100
Information for participants:
Wear comfortable clothes
Kundalini House have mats, bolsters and blankets available for your use. You will find we have already placed mats on the floor to define the room layout. You may use this mat or replace with your mat or place your mat over the top.
We suggest you bring all that you will need to be comfortable and is the size of a yoga mat (no wider or longer please). This may include:
- yoga mat(s)
- Blanket(s) – to cover over and you may like one on your mat for extra padding. Extra blankets may help with staying warm and layers will ensure you can lighten your cover should you require.
- Pillows/ bolster for head and knee supports. Extra pillows may help with your comfort.
- Eye cover
- You can bring ear plugs if you are sensitive to noises in the room, specifically snoring as this is likely to occur. The ear plugs will not prevent you receiving the benefits of the sound bath.
- Lighting in the room will be dim for the afternoon. As this is a day time event we will have day light hours of sun through the windows. Window blinds maybe closed.
- Water bottle
During Gong puja silence is observed. Mobile phones should be on silent.
There will be no formal break during the Gong Puja. You are welcome to exit the room anytime for toilet breaks or to the kitchen where herbal tea will be available. Drinks and food maybe taken in the kitchen or reception. We ask that you make as little noise as possible exiting and returning to the room.
Should you feel you need to leave the room for an extended period you may use the kitchen area or reception.
We ask you not to depart the building unless absolutely necessary. Should this be necessary please notify one of the delivery team of your departure.
We request you do not wear strong perfumes, after shaves or scents as many people are sensitive to these. If you are a smoker then please ensure there is no lingering smell of this in your clothing, mats and blankets. People can be sensitive and some of the delivery team are also sensitive to these smells and prefer to not be suffering allergic reactions.
After Gong Puja:
Whilst there are no specific requirements, we do recommend you allow yourself time to integrate, relax and rejoice in your experience.
Return home safely. Take care if you are driving. Drink plenty of water.
The vibration from the gongs will probably remain with you for a period after Puja. This ‘can’ be several weeks.
Things to consider, cautions and warnings:
If you have any medical conditions you feel maybe of concern with attending a gong sound event please check with your practitioner and event organizers. If you have had any recent medical procedure please check with your practitioner for suitably and advise the organiser prior to the event. Pregnant women should consult their practitioner for suitability. This event is not suitable for persons under the age of 15 years of age.
You are not to participate in any gong sound immersion event under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs taken within the previous 12 hours of the event start time. We reserve the right to refuse entry if we detect usage of these substances. This is for your own safety. Prescription medication must be maintained.
If you have any medical conditions requiring special arrangements then this should be bought with you. You may discuss this with the event organiser in order that we are able to accommodate your needs. If you require any medication such as EpiPen for allergic reactions, asthma relieving inhaler, diabetics medication or medication for seizure then you should be bring this with you.
If you have any recent significant physical injuries, surgery or emotional trauma then you may like to consider whether this extended time spent lying on the floor in a group will be comfortable for you and that you will be able to move easily in and out of the room as you may need.
You will be asked to fill in a registration form for this event. You must ensure the instructor is aware of any medical conditions or limitations before this event. During the Gong Puja it is possible to feel different emotions and physical sensations. It is an individual experience and the experience of each person in the room maybe quite different. We ask that you trust your experience is right for you and that you agree that you have chosen to be part of this sound immersion event. Your registration form will be sent to you with your “Welcome to Gong Puja” e-mail around 2 days prior to the event or you may contact Kundalini House if you would like this sent earlier.
The concept of Gong Puja was created by Don Conreaux and is taught as part of Gong Master training. Many Gong Pujas have run across the world, generally as an overnight 7.5 hour gong sound immersion the length of gong puja can be varied.