Akhanda OM Sessions

What is unbroken OM chanting?

In the ancient yogic tradition, this is known as Akhanda Japa. Instead of a group chanting together, stopping, and starting in unison, the sound becomes a continuous, seamless wave as people chant in their own time. We will have anchors: volunteers that will take turns to chant and ensure that the sound is never broken even when people are arriving or leaving.

The potential benefits

• The prolonged, buzzing exhalation required to chant OM directly stimulates the vagus nerve in the throat, which can lead to a parasympathetic shift, lowering levels of stress, anxiety and restlessness

  
  

• Scientific studies show that the humming sound of chanting increases the body's natural production of nitric oxide by up to 15 times. This dilates blood vessels, increases oxygenation, and aids deep relaxation.

  
  

• The monotonous, rhythmic repetition of the single syllable OM bypasses the analytical, overthinking part of the brain, potentially shifting brain waves into Theta (associates with deep meditation and healing states)

• The acoustic resonance of multiple voices chanting OM acts like a low-frequency ultrasound, physically vibrating the water cells within the body to release physical tension

  
  

•  Chanting in a group creates an incredible sense of belonging and unity (synchronized heart rates among participants have actually been measured during group chanting). Yet, because it’s unguided and fluid, there is no social pressure, though you are alone in your practice, you supported and a part of by the collective!

  
  

🍁 Portal 1: The Autumn Equinox & Harvest Moon

A deep meditative experience to release and create space as we step into the season of letting go!

Date: Saturday, 26th September 2026

Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

❄️ Portal 2: The Winter Solstice Sanctuary

Stepping into the deep inner journey of Winter where we are invited to process and integrate the year behind us and take those lessons into the light that is slowly returning

Date: Sunday, 20th December 2026

Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Logistical Guidelines

🕉 Both sessions are held for 3h but you will have the freedom to choose when to start and when to leave, the only thing we ask is for this to be done in complete silence and mindfulness as not to disturb others

🕉 This is donation event. Donations are done on departure, either by cash or scanning the QR code to the payment link

🕉 please wear comfortable clothes, bring a refillable water bottle (if you stay for long periods you will likely feel the need to sip from time to time)

🕉 Please bring something to sit on (like a cushion) in case they are all in use when you arrive. if you don't have one, you can sit on the floor or use one of our blankets instead.

Love,

Ri