Somatic Movement, Dance & Sound Healing Workshop
This somatic movement and sound healing workshop invites participants to reconnect with the wisdom of the body through rhythm, vibration, and intuitive movement in a welcoming space at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove.
Sometimes the body expresses what words cannot.
Somatic healing through dance and sound invites participants to reconnect with the wisdom of the body through movement, rhythm, and vibration. Through guided movement and intuitive dance, the body is given space to release tension and reconnect with its natural rhythms.
Sound healing instruments such as crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes create soothing vibrations that support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation.
Together, these practices offer a space for grounding, emotional expression, and embodied healing.
If you enjoy deeply relaxing practices, you may also enjoy our Candlelight Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra gatherings, which offer another opportunity to rest and reset the nervous system.
What You’ll Experience
• Gentle somatic movement and intuitive dance to help release tension and reconnect with the body’s natural rhythms
• Immersive sound healing with crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes to encourage deep relaxation
• A welcoming, supportive space to explore movement, expression, and rest at your own pace
What to Expect
This experience blends gentle movement, intuitive dance, and immersive sound.
Somatic practices focus on reconnecting with the body and its natural rhythms through movement, breath, and awareness. In this workshop, movement is exploratory rather than choreographed, allowing each person to move in ways that feel natural and supportive.
As the session unfolds, sound healing instruments including crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes fill the space with resonant tones that encourage the body and mind to soften into deeper relaxation.
Participants are welcome to move, rest, or simply listen as the experience evolves.
No dance or yoga experience is needed.
Who This Is For
This workshop may be supportive for those who:
• feel curious about exploring movement and sound as pathways to relaxation and self-awareness
• would like to release tension and reconnect with the body in a gentle way
• enjoy practices such as meditation, yoga, or sound healing
• are interested in creative and intuitive forms of movement rather than structured choreography
• are looking for a calming experience that supports nervous system regulation and deep relaxation
No dance or yoga experience is required. Participants are invited to move, rest, or simply listen as the experience unfolds.
What Makes This Experience Unique
This workshop weaves together several healing modalities in a way that invites both movement and stillness.
Rather than focusing on structured choreography or traditional yoga poses, participants are guided through intuitive movement and gentle somatic exploration. This allows each person to move in ways that feel natural and supportive for their own body.
The movement practice is complemented by immersive sound healing using instruments such as crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes. These resonant tones create a calming environment that encourages the body and mind to soften into deeper relaxation.
The combination of movement, rhythm, and sound creates a unique experience that supports grounding, emotional expression, and reconnection with the body.
Benefits of Movement & Sound Practices
Many people find practices like these supportive for:
• releasing physical tension
• calming the nervous system
• reconnecting with the body
• emotional expression through movement
• deep relaxation
Each experience is unique and invites participants to explore at their own pace.
About the Facilitator
Rakhi Mistry is a mindfulness educator, yoga teacher, and holistic wellness practitioner with more than 25 years of experience supporting children, families, and communities. A Special Education teacher and advocate for mental well-being, her work integrates meditation, somatic movement, yoga, Reiki, and sound healing to support relaxation, emotional balance, and connection to the body.
Rakhi holds over 500 hours of yoga training, is a Master Reiki Level 3 practitioner, and a trained sound healing facilitator. She is also a student of former Yoga Among Friends teacher Marina Lisjonok, whose teaching continues to influence her approach to embodied healing practices.
Through her workshops and healing circles, Rakhi creates welcoming spaces where participants can move, breathe, and explore healing practices at their own pace.
Event Details
Led by: Rakhi Mistry
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Yoga Among Friends
4949 Forest Ave
Downers Grove, IL
Cost: $50
Space is limited.
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing you can move in
A water bottle
Curiosity and openness
All props and sound instruments will be provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No experience is required. The movement in this workshop is intuitive and exploratory rather than choreographed. Participants are welcome to move in ways that feel natural for their bodies or simply rest and receive the sound healing portion.
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Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily and relax.
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Somatic practices focus on reconnecting with the body and its natural rhythms through movement, breath, and awareness. In this workshop, movement is gentle, intuitive, and guided rather than structured or choreographed.Description text goes here
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Sound healing uses instruments such as crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes to create resonant tones that encourage deep relaxation and help calm the nervous system.
Movement, rhythm, and sound have long been pathways for reconnecting with the body and releasing what no longer needs to be held.
If you feel curious about exploring these practices in a supportive environment, we invite you to join us.