Gong Training & Certification with Mehtab Benton
Learn to play the gong for healing, therapy, yoga, meditation, sound healing, and personal transformation — from beginner to advanced certification.
Welcome to Your Gong Certification Journey
For over 50 years, Mehtab Benton has shared the art and science of playing the gong with students worldwide. As the originator of Gong Yoga, Gong Therapy, and Gong Yoga Nidra, Mehtab offers a complete pathway for gong training and certification — taught live online, in-person, and on-demand.
Whether you are picking up a mallet for the first time or ready to deepen your advanced sound healing skills, you’ll find the perfect training to meet you where you are.
Why Learn Gong with Mehtab?
Pioneer in Gong Education
Creator of groundbreaking gong training methods taught internationally.
Global Reach
Students from over 30 countries and author of multiple books on gong playing.
Complete Certification Pathway
Structured courses from beginner to advanced levels.
Flexible Formats
Live online classes, self-paced courses, and recordings available worldwide.
The Gong Training Pathway
Gong Practitioner Level One – On-Demand Gong Training for Beginners
Learn the basics at your own pace and start playing the gong with confidence in this foundational gong certification for beginners, yoga teachers, and sound healers. Covers essential gong techniques, rhythm, and sound healing principles to build your skills from the ground up.
Gong Meditation Training – Create Profound Meditative States
Use rhythm, volume, and intention to create immersive gong meditation experiences. Learn techniques to enhance focus, deepen awareness, and support meditative journeys for groups or individuals.
Gong Therapy Training – Therapeutic Gong Playing for Healing
Discover how to use the gong therapeutically in one-on-one or small group sessions. Learn assessment methods, session structure, and gong techniques to create transformative sound healing experiences for clients.
Gong Practitioner Level Two – Advanced Gong Healing Techniques
Advance your gong skills with specialized training in sound healing, therapy, and unique applications for diverse audiences. Build on your Level One foundation to expand your range, intuition, and professional practice.
Gong Yoga Nidra Training – Deep Relaxation with Sound Healing
Incorporate the gong into Yoga Nidra to guide deep relaxation, inner healing, and transformation. Learn specialized gong playing methods that support the yogic sleep state and create lasting benefits for students.
Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway – Complete Gong Training Program
Advance from beginner to certified professional with Mehtab Benton’s Professional Gong Player program. This comprehensive pathway includes all five core gong trainings and personalized mentorship sessions to help you refine your skills, develop your confidence, and earn professional recognition as a gong player.
Upcoming Gong Trainings
Gong Practitioner Level 2 Training – January 17–25, 2026 | Online & Recorded
Advance your gong practice with Mehtab Benton in this professional certification course. Learn advanced gong techniques, multiple gong applications, and sound healing practices for diverse audiences.
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Gong Therapy Training – March 28 – April 12, 2026 | Online & Recorded
In this in-depth training with Mehtab, a leading authority in gong sound healing, you’ll explore the principles of sound therapy, develop intuitive gong playing skills, and practice therapeutic techniques that can be integrated into yoga, healing, or meditation practices.
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Gong Meditation Training – April 25-26, 2026 | Online & Recorded
Learn how to use the gong to support all forms of meditation with Mehtab Benton, originator of Gong Yoga and Gong Therapy. Develop steady rhythm, tone, and intention to guide students into profound meditative states.
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Gong Yoga Nidra Training – June 6-7 & June 13-14, 2026 | Online & Recorded
Discover how to incorporate the gong into guided Yoga Nidra sessions for deep relaxation and transformation. This certified training with Mehtab Benton provides sound healing methods to enhance the yogic sleep state.
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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
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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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The Light Returns: Winter Solstice Relaxation
Rest, recharge, and reset with Mehtab and Laura on the Winter Solstice. Join us online for meditation, teachings, Yoga Nidra, and a healing Gong Journey.
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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.
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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.
Student Success & Testimonials
“This training completely transformed the way I play the gong. I now feel confident leading meditations and sound baths.”
— Sarah T., California
“Mehtab’s teaching is both inspiring and practical. I use what I learned in Gong Therapy Training every week with my clients.”
— James K., United Kingdom
“The Gong Yoga Nidra course was a life-changing experience. It gave me tools to help my students relax and heal at a much deeper level.”
— Maria L., Texas
Free Gong Resources & Learning Materials
Mehtab’s Gong Books
Gong Yoga: Healing & Enlightenment Through Sound
The foundational text on using the gong in yoga and sound healing. Practical techniques, sequences, and philosophy for teachers and practitioners.
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Teaching Gong Yoga
A practical guide for leading classes, workshops, and trainings that feature the gong. Includes lesson structures and teaching tips.
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Gong Therapy
Step-by-step methods for therapeutic gong sessions—assessment, setup, and protocols for one-on-one and small groups.
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Watch on YouTube
Explore guided practices, tips, and lectures from Mehtab on our YouTube channel. Start with this featured video, then dive into the full playlist.
Guides & Next Steps
Types of Gong Certification — Understand the pathway and choose the right training for you.
Part of our certification includes personalized Professional Gong Player program with Gong Mentorship (private coaching with Mehtab).
Do I need my own gong to start training?
No. Many students begin their training without owning a gong. Mehtab will guide you on choosing and caring for a gong when the time is right.
Can I take the trainings online?
Yes. All gong trainings are offered live online with worldwide access. Recordings are also available for self-paced learning.
How do I become certified as a Professional Gong Practitioner?
To qualify for certification, you’ll complete Gong Practitioner Level One along with the other core courses in the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway, including mentorship sessions with Mehtab.
Can I take courses out of order?
Some courses, such as Gong Practitioner Level One, are recommended as prerequisites. Others, like Gong Yoga Nidra or Gong Meditation, can be taken independently and applied toward your certification later.
How long does certification take?
Most students complete the pathway over 12–18 months, depending on scheduling and individual pacing. You can move faster or slower based on your availability.
Is mentorship part of certification?
Yes. Three private online mentoring sessions (additional cost) with Mehtab are part of the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway. These provide personal feedback, guidance, and support for your gong journey.
Start Learning Gong for Free: Story of the Gong
Story of the Gong is our free online gong training with Mehtab Benton—an introductory course designed to help you learn to play the gong with confidence. It offers a clear glimpse into the full Gong Practitioner Level One certification course and the Professional Gong Player Certification Pathway.
What you’ll learn
- Core concepts of gong sound, rhythm, and touch for beginners
- Foundations of gong sound healing and mindful listening
- Practical tips to begin a safe, effective home practice
- How this free training connects to our introductory gong certification
Perfect for beginners, yoga teachers, therapists, and anyone curious about sound healing.
Get Free Access to Story of the Gong
Ready to go deeper after the free course? Continue with Gong Practitioner Level One and earn credit toward the Professional Gong Player Certification.
Start Your Gong Journey Today
Join thousands of students worldwide who have trained with Mehtab Benton, the originator of Gong Yoga, Gong Therapy, and Gong Yoga Nidra. Whether you are just beginning or ready to deepen your practice, our gong training pathway offers the knowledge, experience, and certification to guide you every step of the way.