Testimonials

What our sound ceremony students are saying…

“I didn’t know the power of my own voice until the past few weeks in Sound Ceremony with Jaya and Hayley. I had intended to learn how to host sound baths and learn more about using the instruments, mantras, and kirtan in my yoga classes and DJ sets, but I hadn’t expected that I would be singing so much and building the confidence to share my voice so freely”

-Anna Bek, Feb 2019

“Intention & Vibration = Healing! Journeying through the Sound Ceremony Course has gifted me with me a strong foundation of tools/ practices/ discussions and deepened experiential understanding of explorations that I had already innately and intuitively woven throughout my life: deep listening, space-holding, sacred sound, song, and devotional offerings. I appreciated the diversity of practices we explored, the depth of understanding with which they were presented, and the creative curiosity that unfolded! This course was transformational in helping me to allow the dove in my heart to sing freely, in the support of sound sangha (community). I felt supported and held throughout, but not coddled. There was spaciousness to step into my own intuitive process of co-creation. Looking forward to continuing this work. :)”

-Stephanie Kittell, RYT®, Apr 2019

“Course was well structured and organized. Highly recommend this course for both professional and personal development.

After taking this course, I feel I have strengthened my spiritual practice with mantras and chants-I often find myself humming or softly singing to myself the songs we sung during this course and it fills me with peace, happiness and love. I have gained confidence as a yoga teacher and have found ways to incorporate sacred sound into my classes. They provided me the tools and knowledge to lead sound healing ceremonies and journeys.

I highly recommend this course for personal and professional development as a yoga teacher. It is truly a transformative course. Hayley and Jaya are beautiful souls who have created something very special and sacred. Their knowledge and passion for sound healing is felt in your soul and moves you.”

-Lesley Turski, RYT®, Feb 2020

“I've had the privilege of knowing Jaya and Hayley for several years, and I can wholeheartedly recommend them as teachers for countless reasons. Their approach to teaching is both profound and nurturing—whether through sound ceremony, singing, meditation, silence or poetry, they create an atmosphere of deep connection and understanding. They don't just impart knowledge but they embody the wisdom they share, holding space with such grace and care that you can't help but feel transformed.

What makes them stand out for me is the way they lead with heart—both in their teachings and their lives. As community leaders, parents, and kind souls, they set a beautiful example of what it means to live with compassion, joy and authenticity. The space they have created in Atiltán is nothing short of magical, it inspires peace and clarity and they have delicious food that nourishes both body and spirit.

Joining Jaya and Hayley in their retreats is an opportunity to open yourself to something truly special. I can promise you, your heart will be touched, your mind will be expanded, and your life will undoubtedly be changed for the better.

Jaya brings a wealth of wisdom to his teachings, his approach is both insightful and grounding, offering deep guidance while also keeping things lighthearted with his sense of humour.

I admire his ability to channel poetry in a way that deepens the meditation experience, making it both inspiring and profound. His retreats are an invitation to connect with yourself on a much deeper level. If you’re looking to deepen your practice and receive guidance from a teacher who combines wisdom, peace and creative inspiration, Jaya is the one to learn from.”

-Mariella Marroquin, Feb 2025