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Soma Effect Somatic sound, holistic wellbeing & embodied practice. Creating spaces to slow down, reconnect and explore through sound, body and ancient wisdom.

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OVER 100 YEARS OF HISTORY, AND NOW A NEW JOURNEY THROUGH SOUND**Somatic Soundbath & Drum Journey MeditationFriday 13 Nov...
17/10/2026

OVER 100 YEARS OF HISTORY, AND NOW A NEW JOURNEY THROUGH SOUND**

Somatic Soundbath & Drum Journey Meditation
Friday 13 November | St Agnes Church, Port Talbot

Some buildings have a special atmosphere, and St Agnes Church is certainly one of them.

Built between 1909 and 1910, this beautiful church was designed by Cardiff architect F. R. Kempson. For over a century, its walls have witnessed generations of people coming together, sharing moments of reflection, connection and community.

With its beautiful stone arches, impressive architecture and wonderful acoustics, it's a remarkable setting to experience sound.

When we held our first Somatic Soundbath here in October, we knew we'd found somewhere special. The way our gongs, singing bowls and voices travelled through the building was simply beautiful.

And we're delighted to be returning!

On Friday 13 November, we'll fill this historic space once again with the sounds and vibrations of our gongs, Himalayan singing bowls, chimes and drums.

Our somatic approach invites you to listen not just with your ears, but with your whole body. To notice how sound affects you, become aware of physical sensations, release tension where possible and give your nervous system an opportunity to settle.

We'll also guide you through a drum journey meditation, allowing the steady rhythm of the drum to support relaxation, reflection and connection with yourself.

There's no right or wrong way to experience our Soundbaths. Just come as you are, get comfortable and allow yourself two hours away from the demands of everyday life.

Friday 13 November 2026
7pm to 9pm
St Agnes Church, Port Talbot

Our first event here sold out, so early booking is recommended.

Book your space: https://www.tyenfysshamanicactivations.com/soundbaths/church-soundbaths

SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & DRUM JOURNEY AT COED HILLSThursday 5 November | 7pm–9pmWhen did you last give yourself two hours wit...
17/10/2026

SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & DRUM JOURNEY AT COED HILLS
Thursday 5 November | 7pm–9pm

When did you last give yourself two hours without anyone needing something from you?

In the rural setting of Coed Hills near Cowbridge, settle beneath the timber beams, pull up your blanket and let the demands of the day wait.

Live gongs, handpans, singing bowls and voice fill the circular space, inviting your attention away from your to-do list and towards your body.

Notice the weight of your body against the mat. The movement of your breath. Where you’re holding tension. Perhaps your jaw softens or your shoulders settle. Perhaps a sound brings up a feeling you hadn’t noticed.

That’s the somatic part: listening to your own responses, with freedom to move, adjust and find what feels comfortable. There’s no particular experience you need to have.

We finish with a shamanic drum journey meditation, giving you time to turn your attention inward.

Nothing to organise, answer or achieve. Just room for you.

No experience needed. 👇Book through the link in the comments.

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SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & DRUM JOURNEY AT LLANGATHEN VILLAGE HALLSome Friday nights are made for doing less.Tucked into the Ca...
16/10/2026

SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & DRUM JOURNEY AT LLANGATHEN VILLAGE HALL

Some Friday nights are made for doing less.

Tucked into the Carmarthenshire countryside, this beautiful hall has soaring beams and incredible acoustics. Deep gongs fill the room, singing bowls linger and the steady beat of the drum draws you into a guided meditation.

Settle beneath your blanket, feel the sound around you and notice what happens when you give yourself permission to pause.

Two hours with nothing to answer, organise or tick off. The to-do list wasn’t invited.

Friday 30 October | 7–9pm
Llangathen Village Hall, Carmarthenshire

Book your space with Soma Effect:

LAST FEW SPACES AVAILABLESomatic Soundbath & Drum Journey at Coed HillsTomorrow evening could be another night on the so...
14/10/2026

LAST FEW SPACES AVAILABLE

Somatic Soundbath & Drum Journey at Coed Hills

Tomorrow evening could be another night on the sofa, scrolling while your mind refuses to clock off.

Or you could be lying beneath the timber beams at Coed Hills, tucked under a blanket, surrounded by live gongs, handpans, singing bowls, voice and drum.

Two hours away from the demands of the week, with a somatic soundbath and shamanic drum journey meditation. Nothing to achieve. No experience needed.

Tomorrow, Thursday 15 October | 7pm–9pm
Coed Hills, near Cowbridge

Make room for yourself. Book your place through the following link https://www.tyenfysshamanicactivations.com/event-details-registration/soundbath-at-coed-hills-15-october

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We don’t always know what someone is carrying.This World Mental Health Day, let’s remember that behind a smile, a quiet ...
10/10/2026

We don’t always know what someone is carrying.

This World Mental Health Day, let’s remember that behind a smile, a quiet reply or an “I’m fine” might be someone trying hard to get through the day.

We all carry experiences that shape us. For many, that includes trauma, grief and things they’re still finding words for.

Emotional intelligence starts with pausing before we judge, listening without rushing to fix, and noticing how our words and actions affect others.

We can have boundaries and still be kind. We can disagree without causing hurt.

We don’t have to understand someone’s whole story to offer them care. Let’s look out for each other and be careful not to make an already difficult day heavier.

10/10/2026

SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & DRUM JOURNEY MEDITATION
Llangathen Village Hall | Friday 30 October | 7–9pm

Your to-do list can wait. This is your time to lie back, get cosy and let the gongs, bowls and drum fill this beautiful hall.

Join Soma Effect for an evening of sound, stillness and space for yourself.

Book your place via the link in our bio or comments. https://www.tyenfysshamanicactivations.com/soundbaths/llangathen-village-hall-soundbaths

10/10/2026

SOMATIC SOUNDBATH & SHAMANIC DRUM JOURNEY AT COED HILLS

Your nervous system doesn’t need another promise of “later”.

Give yourself two hours to lie down, switch off and be surrounded by live gongs, handpans, singing bowls, voice and drum inside the extraordinary circular space at Coed Hills.

Thursday 15 October | 7pm–9pm
Coed Hills, near Cowbridge

👇Book the pause before life books the time for you.

30 beautiful souls, one incredible church, and not a squeaky floorboard in sight! 😂Last night, we welcomed 30 beautiful ...
10/10/2026

30 beautiful souls, one incredible church, and not a squeaky floorboard in sight! 😂

Last night, we welcomed 30 beautiful souls to our very first Somatic Soundbath and Drum Journey Meditation at St Agnes Church in Port Talbot.

Firstly, a huge THANK YOU to everyone who placed their trust in us, especially those experiencing one of our soundbaths for the first time.

And what a venue!

We've been carefully choosing new spaces where the acoustics become part of the experience, allowing our gongs, drums, singing bowls and voices to fill the room and take you on a journey.

And St Agnes Church did not disappoint.

In fact, I think it's my favourite venue by a mile!

The acoustics were absolutely stunning. Every vibration, every gentle note, every deep rumble of the gongs seemed to find its own way around the church.

And the best bit?

Not a squeaky floorboard in sight!

Because as much as we love a bit of unexpected percussion, we've always wanted our gongs, drums and voices to take you on a journey, not the floorboards performing their own interpretation of Riverdance every time someone moves! 😂

That's one of the reasons we've been so selective about our new venues. The space matters. The acoustics matter. And how you feel within that space matters.

Last night reminded us exactly why.

Now for a cheeky little plug...

Our next Somatic Soundbath and Drum Journey Meditation at this gorgeous church is:

Friday 13 November
7pm to 9pm
St Agnes Church, Port Talbot

Two hours to step away from the noise of everyday life, settle into your body and let the sounds wash over you.

And here's a little warning...

Last night's event SOLD OUT in just FIVE DAYS!

So if you're thinking about joining us in November, don't leave it too long. We'd love to welcome you.

👇Booking link in the comments.

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You keep telling yourself you’ll rest when things calm down.After you answer that email.Finish the washing.Sort dinner.R...
09/10/2026

You keep telling yourself you’ll rest when things calm down.

After you answer that email.

Finish the washing.

Sort dinner.

Reply to those messages.

Eventually, you sit down.

But you don’t really stop.

The television is on.
Your phone is in your hand.
Your mind is already running through tomorrow.

You promise yourself an early night.

Then 11pm becomes midnight.

The alarm goes off and your body feels heavy.

Your patience is thinner.
Small things feel harder.
So you tell yourself you’ll rest at the weekend.

But the weekend fills up too.

Nothing dramatic happened.

That’s the problem.

Life simply took all the time you didn’t protect.

Rest rarely arrives by itself. You have to choose it before everything else gets there first.

On Thursday 15 October, give your body an evening it doesn’t have to negotiate for.

Inside the circular ceremonial space at Coed Hills, lie down and allow live gongs, handpans, singing bowls and voice to surround you, followed by a shamanic drum journey meditation.

Your phone can be put away.

There is nothing to complete.

Nobody needs an answer from you.

For two hours, you are allowed to stop.

Your nervous system doesn’t need another promise of “later”.

It needs something in the diary.

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Somatic Soundbath and Shamanic Drum Journey
Thursday 15 October | 7pm–9pm
Coed Hills, near Cowbridge
👇link in comments / bio

Book the pause before life books the time for you.

I want inner peace. But occasionally, someone hands me their emotional baggage and my inner ape wants to throw the suitc...
09/10/2026

I want inner peace. But occasionally, someone hands me their emotional baggage and my inner ape wants to throw the suitcase back.

Preferably open.

People can bring their unprocessed hurt into how they treat us. And before we know it, our own old stuff joins the conversation. Things we learnt in childhood about defending ourselves, keeping everyone happy or making sure we’re heard.

Suddenly, it’s two adults having a disagreement and several younger versions of themselves demanding the microphone.

I’m learning that sitting with that first reaction isn’t always peaceful. Sometimes it’s a tight jaw, a hot chest and a reply that absolutely must remain in drafts.

The pause can feel uncomfortable. But it gives me a chance to ask: what needs saying, what needs a boundary, and what am I about to say purely because it’ll feel spectacular for twelve seconds?

I can understand someone’s pain without volunteering to be its landing spot.

And when I need some breathing space, there’s sound. It doesn’t solve the disagreement, but it gives me something else to listen to besides my own closing argument.

That’s your cheeky invitation to a Soma Effect soundbath. Bring a blanket. Your inner ape is welcome, but it’s not getting the gong mallet.

Dates and booking in my bio or comments.

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