Peace and tranquillity

IT is not to be mistaken as an actual bath that involves water, but the Sensory Sound Bath intends to transcend the limitations of the body and mind to a state of perfect inner harmony.

I recently visited the newly designed Sensory Sound Bath Room – the only one of its kind in Asia – located at the Spa Village in Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur.

Upon arrival, I was greeted with a welcome drink and a cold towel to set myself into the mood. Surrounded by the zen ambiance with water flowing and birds chirping in the background, the spa truly represents an oasis of regeneration.

Later I was escorted into the dimply lit Sensory Sound Bath Room and was immediately captivated by the starry lights on the ceiling. Laying on top of the specially-designed floor with relaxing vibrations emanating through it, the therapy began with a full body, deep tissue massage inspired by Thai and Tui Na techniques. To make it even more relaxing, warm stones and oil-infused compresses were incorporated in the treatment throughout the rhythmical massage.

The masseuse deserves commendation for being extra attentive as she was able to crack down on the tight knots in my upper back and shoulder area. The massage was followed by an Indian head massage focusing on the marma pressure points.

The overall therapy was concluded with an extraordinary 10minute “Sound Bath” that enveloped the body with the frequencies of a symphonic gong. The nonrhythmic composition produced by the gong harmonises the subtle energy and nerve paths of the body, leaving me rejuvenated in a state of tranquillity.

The gong was played softly in the beginning and its volume gradually increased, but not to the point where it was unbearable. Surprisingly it was very therapeutic despite the constant change in rhythms.

I would describe the 90-minute Sensory Sound Bath as an “out of the body” experience. I felt significantly at ease and reinvigorated after leaving the spa.