Spa – Hess Sound

Why Sound?

Wellness tourism is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global hospitality industry. Guests are actively seeking unique experiences—and sound is one of the most compelling offerings available.

A new source of revenue, low cost

Sound Sessions: 150–400 EUR per treatment—priced at the same level as your highest-margin massages, but at a fraction of the operating costs.

No renovations, no new rooms, no plumbing. The investment is in the equipment—your team will be ready to go after just a few weeks of training.

Wellness travelers spend 130% more—and remember the sound. Group sound journeys and pool sound baths are among the most memorable and repeat-worthy experiences.

The category is well-established: Six Senses rolled out sound therapy company-wide across all 27 properties in September 2024—not a trend, but a new standard.

Content created for you by guests: sound in the pool, a sauna ceremony, a foot singing bowl ritual upon arrival—every session becomes free advertising.

Global Sound Healing Market: $3.2 billion (2024) → $8.68 billion by 2035 (+9.5% per year) Metatech Insights, 2025

The Power of Sound

Since the 1980s, Peter Hess and his team have been pioneers in therapeutic and wellness-oriented sound applications—with over 40 years of experience in developing and teaching sound work. His daughter, Jana Hess, carries on this legacy at Hess Sound, with a focus on the highest quality. Every Singing Bowl Peter Hess® and Hess Sound lines is the result of decades of research and close collaboration with practitioners. Anyone who works with Peter Hess® and Hess Sound is working with the original.

Peter Hess® Singing Bowls harmonic vibrations with a rich spectrum of overtones. Placed on or around the body, their vibrations massage the tissues, release tension, and encourage the nervous system to return from a state of stress to its natural balance. The sound itself—warm, resonant, and multi-layered—creates an acoustic atmosphere that is unique in the wellness sector.

Why Peter Hess® and Hess Sound—and not just any Singing Bowl?

The market for sound products has grown rapidly. Not all Singing Bowls the same—and not all sound therapies produce the same results. Peter Hess® and Hess Sound stand out:

The original methodology: Peter Hess developed his approach as early as the 1980s, before “sound wellness” existed as a category. Anyone who works with Peter Hess® and Hess Sound is working with the original.

Development and training from a single source: Every Singing Bowl designed for therapeutic and wellness-oriented use and has undergone quality testing—the result of four decades of refinement in collaboration with practitioners worldwide. In addition, it is the only sound massage method with a structured, internationally recognized certification pathway, available in multiple languages and formats for spa teams.

A long-term partner, not just a supplier: Hess Sound works with partner organizations to develop sustainable sound programs—covering selection, training, and equipment.

Sound Elements in Signature Treatments

Sound can be seamlessly integrated into existing treatments and takes the entire experience to a whole new level:

Opening or closing segment
Body Harmonization
Support for the Lymphatic System
Treatment of Hand Reflex Zones
Sound "Blanket" for Expectant Mothers
Add-on to the Facial Treatment
Sound stimuli during the relaxation phase

Breath and Sound

Breathing exercises and sound are powerful allies. The sustained, resonant tones of the Peter Hess® Singing Bowls naturally Singing Bowls and deepen breathing—they slow the exhalation, open the chest, and ground your attention in the body.

Particularly effective when combined with holotropic, transformative, or restorative breathing practices—the vibrations support emotional release and nervous system regulation at the same time.

An ideal addition to any spa or retreat that already offers breathing exercises, pranayama, or oxygen therapy.

The Peter Hess® Sound Massage

The Comprehensive Wellness Experience.

A full Peter Hess® Sound Massage a standalone treatment—one of the most effective tools for deeply resetting the nervous system and restoring what Peter Hess calls “primordial trust”: the fundamental sense of security that underlies all health.

Specially tuned Singing Bowls placed directly on the clothed body and gently struck. The vibrations penetrate deeply into the tissues, muscles, and fascia. Since guests do not need to undress, the treatment is accessible to a wide range of clients—it is particularly suitable for those who are sensitive to touch, for recovery from burnout, or for a profound experience without a traditional massage.

Results: deep physical relaxation, inner stillness, emotional release, and a lasting sense of being grounded.

Peter Hess® Singing Bowls the Sauna

The sauna environment—with its heat, steam, and natural acoustics—provides an extraordinary setting for sound. The heat of the sauna opens up the body and heightens its sensitivity to vibration, making this combination particularly powerful.

Sound meditation sessions in the sauna create an immersive, multisensory ritual that guests will remember long after their stay.

"Sound Sessions" between steam sessions: A trained spa team member brings sound to the break between heat cycles, replacing silence with healing resonance.

Regular sauna sound ceremonies—whether held weekly or as special events—will become a signature offering that sets your spa apart and attracts repeat guests.

Sound Meditations, Sound Journeys & Sound Baths

The Peter Hess® and Hess Sound singing bowls fill a room with the most beautiful, complex tones available. Their vibrations can be felt as well as heard—they travel through the floor, walls, and the body.

An immersive experience—no prior knowledge required.

Lasting effects on stress regulation and emotional well-being—clinically proven: a significant reduction in anxiety and perceived stress following sound therapy sessions.

A shareable, memorable experience—guests talk about it and come back for it.

Flexible formats: 20-minute express sessions, 60-minute sound journeys, multi-day retreats.

Seasonal Programming: Full Moon Sound Bath, Winter Solstice Ceremony, New Year's Reset.

Sound in Group Settings, Yoga & Meditation

Sound brings people together—it dissolves awkwardness, creates a shared sense of presence, and opens the heart. A single Peter Hess® or Hess Sound Singing Bowl, passed around in a circle, achieves more in just a few moments than most icebreakers do in an hour. Peter Hess® Singing Bowls are also Singing Bowls companions for yoga—their acoustic qualities deepen any practice.

Around a campfire or at a group event
To kick off a workshop or retreat day
To wrap up a group activity
Guidance for Asanas and Savasana
Opening and closing meditation sessions

Sound in or by the pool

Water conducts sound vibrations more efficiently than air—and the body is mostly made up of water. Peter Hess® or HessSinging Bowls or near a pool create an unparalleled whole-body resonance experience.

A sound bath by the pool sends sound and vibrations through the air and water simultaneously, resonating through the body—especially impressive in the evening.

The bowls in the water themselves transform the entire pool into a resonating instrument—the effect is extraordinary.

Guests who float on their backs enter a meditative state as sound and vibrations travel through the water.

Exceptional potential as a “hero treatment”—visually striking, distinctive, and ideal for marketing.

The Large Foot Bowl – Arrival & Grounding

First impressions set the tone for the entire stay. A large Peter Hess® Singing Bowl spa reception area or hotel lobby immediately conveys that well-being is taken seriously here. Guests place their feet in or next to the bowl and experience its grounding vibration—a simple ritual that signals the nervous system to slow down.

For guests arriving after long journeys or stressful trips, this moment is transformative. It also seamlessly connects the front-of-house experience with the more in-depth spa treatments.

No therapist required—the front desk or spa staff can be trained.
A brief explanatory card helps strengthen the guests' connection.
It immediately positions your home as a special place that takes care of you from the moment you walk in.

Peter Hess® Singing Bowls the guest rooms

A Peter Hess® Singing Bowl every room—or available upon request—complemented by guided sessions and a beautifully designed brochure or card. Guests can explore sound at their own pace and according to their own needs.

Guided tours are available via audio and a map.
A truly unique in-room experience that stands out from the usual minibar and turndown service.
Guided sessions may include morning energy sequences, evening relaxation rituals, focus support, and breathing exercises.
Encourages guests to visit the spa to discover more—an elegant, unobtrusive conversion tool.
The card itself becomes a keepsake and a conversation starter.

Singing Bowls Sets in the Hotel Boutique

Give guests the opportunity to take the experience home with them. Curated Peter Hess® or Hess Sound Singing Bowls—beautifully packaged and, upon request, co-branded with the hotel—allow guests to relive moments from their stay and continue to enjoy the benefits in their everyday lives.

Available as a standalone product or as part of a farewell gift.
Co-branding or co-logo options are available in collaboration with Hess Sound.
Create an ongoing point of contact between guests and your establishment—and introduce new customers to the world of Peter Hess® and Hess Sound.

At the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, we wanted our spa to have its own unique signature—something you won’t find anywhere else. This vision led us to HESS: We sought out the highest-quality instruments the market has to offer to bring this vision to life, and their Singing Bowls gongs met all our expectations for sound quality and craftsmanship.
We Singing Bowls simply add Singing Bowls to our range of services; we developed bespoke treatments centered around them and designed every protocol—whether a facial or body treatment—so that the sound of the bowls is woven into every step of the experience. To truly make this signature our own, we had each bowl individually engraved with the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay logo. Today, they open and close every treatment we offer and accompany all of our wellness workshops.

In our sound meditations, too, we rely on the HESS gong, whether practiced on the floor or suspended in the air. The richness and depth of these instruments offer our guests an experience they can’t find anywhere else, and that is precisely the signature experience we wanted to create.

Marine d'Aguanno

Founder of Aura Maker, Wellness Expert for Parisian Society

Hess Sound conducted an exceptional multi-day sound massage training program for our massage therapy team at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara. The trainers were knowledgeable, dedicated, and extremely thorough, ensuring that every therapist felt confident and prepared to integrate sound massage into their own practice. The training was hands-on, well-organized, and inspiring, equipping our team with valuable new skills that will enrich the guest experience. We highly recommend Hess Sound to any wellness organization looking to further develop its therapeutic offerings.

Jaana Roth, Senior Spa Director

Four Seasons Santa Barbara

Tata Harper Skincare has decided to partner with Peter Hess® and Hess Sound to offer our clients the highest-quality singing bowl therapy. When we set out to incorporate sound healing into our spa experiences, it was important to us to ensure that the Singing Bowls we use are Singing Bowls the highest quality, handcrafted, and authentic. Peter Hess® and Hess Sound have delivered all of this and much more—along with professional training and exceptional customer service. We are very much looking forward to introducing more people to the healing power of singing bowl therapy through our luxurious spa experiences.

Kai Laus, Spa Department Consultant

Tata Harper Skincare

The Peter Hess Singing Bowls are of exceptional quality and allow for the most delicate, precise touch to create deep resonance with powerful healing properties. The weight is perfect for both recipients and wellness practitioners. We are very pleased that we chose this product and the training to help our team provide the best sound healing sessions for our guests.

Amber Gauci-Ward, General Manager & Wellness Director

Eha Retreat, Estonia

Your Audio Partner – Hess Sound

Everything you need for your sound offerings—from a singleSinging Bowl a complete spa program—is available directly from Hess Sound, the global home of Peter Hess® and Hess Sound sound products. Every Singing Bowl, cymbal, bell, and gong is available from us; we’ll help you choose the right products to suit your space, budget, and treatment vision.

We offer flexible training programs for spa teams at every level:

Peter Hess® Sound Massage: In-house training
All other treatments: Online or in-house training

Customized programs for spa teams, wellness managers, yoga instructors, and group leaders are available upon request.

As a partner, you’ll benefit from our network of practitioners, up-to-date training materials, and joint marketing efforts—your success with sound is our success.

Get in touch and begin your journey through sound.