Gong Practitioner Level One Training
The Foundational Online Course to Learn to Play the Gong with Confidence
About Gong Practitioner Level One
Begin your gong journey with the comprehensive online training created by Mehtab Benton, the originator of Gong Yoga and Gong Therapy.
Designed for absolute beginners and those seeking a strong foundation in gong playing, this training will give you the skills, confidence, and certification to play the gong for yourself and others.
This is the recommended first step in the Gong Training Pathway and prepares you for Gong Practitioner Level Two and the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway.
**No Experience Required**
What You’ll Learn
Play with Confidence
Learn the strokes, rhythms, and mallet control needed to play confidently from the start.
Solo & Group Playing
Learn how to create soundscapes for personal practice, yoga classes, and small group relaxation.
Instrument Care & Setup
Understand how to select, maintain, and set up your gong for the best sound.
Build Your Daily Practice
Develop routines and confidence to make the gong a consistent part of your meditation or teaching.
Sound Healing Basics
Discover how gong vibrations affect the mind, body, and spirit, laying the groundwork for therapeutic use.
Certified Online Training
Complete the training live or on-demand and receive your Gong Practitioner Level One certificate.
Course Format
This online, self-paced training is designed to be completed in 90 days, with 6 months of full access (extensions available).
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🎥 Video Lectures – Demonstrations with unlimited replay access.
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📘 Written Content – In-depth learning materials.
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🛠️ Guided Practice Sessions – Practical exercises for building skill.
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❓ Interactive Quizzes – Reinforce your learning and track progress.
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💬 Discussion Boards – Connect with fellow students and ask questions.
Who This Training Is For
This course is ideal for:
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Absolute beginners – no musical or gong experience required.
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Yoga teachers & sound healers – bring gong sound into classes and sessions.
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Therapists & wellness professionals – add gong as a tool for relaxation and healing.
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Spiritual seekers – use the gong for meditation, intuition, and transformation.
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Future gong professionals – start here if you plan to complete the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway.
No Experience Required!
Certification and Next Steps
Upon completion, you’ll receive a Gong Practitioner Level One Certificate, qualifying you to:
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Enroll in Gong Practitioner Level Two or any of the other courses on the Gong Training Pathway
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Apply training toward the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway.
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Add continuing education hours through Yoga Alliance.
What You’ll Receive with Certification
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Certificate of Completion as a Gong Practitioner
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Eligibility to progress toward Professional Gong Player Certification
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Access to downloadable course materials and guided practicum support
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Connection to an international community of gong healers
Requirements for Completion
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Complete at all training sessions (live or recorded)
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Completion of a short practical homework assignment
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Engagement in guided practice sessions or case study experiences
Continuing Education & CEUs
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Counts as Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Yoga Alliance
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Suitable for professional development hours for sound healers, therapists, and yoga teachers
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Can be applied toward the full Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway
Gong Practitioner Level One Trainings
Available On-Demand: Start anytime, study at your own pace.
$295
Upcoming Gong Trainings
Explore our upcoming Gong Trainings and Professional Gong Practitioner courses, available online and in select locations. Whether you’re beginning your sound healing journey or continuing your certification pathway, these immersive trainings will support your growth and practice. All trainings are open to new and returning students.
Learn more about our full Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway
Gong Practitioner Trainings
On-Demand Training Available Anytime
Self-paced online course to begin or deepen your journey.
$295
Events
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Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway
ZoomGet certified as a Professional Gong Player with Mehtab Benton through online training, private mentoring, and advanced gong techniques.
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Gong Practitioner Level 2 Training – Online
ZoomAdvance your gong practice with Mehtab. Learn professional techniques, equipment use, and healing applications. Online & recorded certification course.
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Gong Therapy Training – Online
ZoomCertified Gong Therapy Training with Mehtab Benton, live online March–April 2026. Learn sound healing skills and earn certification.
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Gong Meditation Training – Online
ZoomGong Meditation Training | Learn how to use the Gong for all types of meditation in this certified training with Mehtab, originator of Gong Yoga & Gong Therapy.
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Gong Yoga Nidra Training – Online
ZoomGong Yoga Nidra Training Online | Learn how to use the Gong therapeutically for deep relaxation and transformation in this certified sound healing course.
$495
About Mehtab
Mehtab Benton is a master gong teacher, Kundalini Yoga trainer, and international mentor in the therapeutic applications of sound. He began his yoga journey in 1973 and has since trained thousands of yoga teachers and gong players around the world. Alongside his wife, he owned and operated five yoga studios and led a Kundalini Yoga ashram in Austin, Texas.
The originator and author of Gong Yoga, Gong Therapy, and Teaching Gong Yoga, Mehtab has pioneered the modern integration of the gong into yoga, meditation, and healing practices. He has mentored students, therapists, and sound healers in over 20 countries in the art and science of playing the gong therapeutically.
A lifelong practitioner of Vedic astrology, Mehtab also authored Astrology Yoga and has provided astrological consultations for more than 25 years. Through his teachings, he brings a unique blend of yogic wisdom, celestial insight, and sound healing experience to help others discover their soul’s purpose and healing potential.
What Students are Saying
“My greatest appreciation is the structure of the course which provides a great foundation to build a gong session with meaning, flow and thought. Linked with my Shamanic training I can see how the gong adds another dimension – and now I enjoy it! It is quite exciting that my confidence is building to be able to share this with others.”
– Melanie, UK Graduate 2023
“Level One gave me the confidence to play my gong daily — even as a complete beginner.” – Astrid C. Student
“I was nervous to start, but Mehtab’s clear teaching style made it easy and joyful. Now I share the gong in my yoga classes every week.” – Brent W. Yoga Teacher
Frequently Asked Questions: Gong Practitioner Level One
Have questions about our Gong Meditation Training? Below are answers to common inquiries about the course, certification, and how the training works. If you need more info, feel free to contact us anytime.
Do I need to have a gong to take this training?
While it’s helpful to have access to a gong for practice, it’s not required. You’ll still benefit from the gong teachings and can apply the skills when you have a gong. This flexibility makes it an accessible sound healing certification course.
Is this a certification course?
Yes! You will receive a Gong Practitioner Certification upon completion. This course is part of the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway and prepares you to use the gong professionally for therapeutic purposes.
Is this suitable for beginners or new gong players?
The Gong Practitioner level one training is designed with beginners in mind. It is the perfect introductory gong training for new gong players and complete beginners.
What is the format of this training?
This online self-paced training is designed to be completed in 90 days or less, and you’ll receive 6 months of full access to all content. Extensions are available upon request.
How does this training fit into the Gong Training Pathway?
The Gong Practitioner Level One Training is one of five core courses in Mehtab Benton’s Gong Training Pathway. Completing all core courses plus mentorship leads to Professional Gong Player Certification.
Do you offer a free trial?
Even better, we offer a free online Gong training! This introduction will give you a glimpse into the Gong Practitioner certification course, a comprehensive online gong training program designed to teach you how to play the gong. This course will provide you with a taste of the extensive knowledge and practical experience you’ll gain in the full Gong Practitioner course.
Enhance Your Experience with the Story of the Gong (Free Course)
New to the Gong?
If you’re brand new to the gong, start with the Free Online Gong Training: Story of the Gong. This introductory course provides history and context, making it the perfect companion to Level One.
Ready to Begin Your Gong Journey?
Gong Practitioner Level One is the essential starting point for learning the art of gong playing. With expert guidance, clear instruction, and practical experience, you’ll gain the confidence to play the gong for yourself and others.
Explore all upcoming courses in the Gong Training Pathway
No Experience Required!
Still unsure? Start with our FREE Story of the Gong course.
After completing Level One, you’ll be ready for Gong Practitioner Level Two where you’ll expand into advanced sound healing techniques.