The British Academy of Sound Therapy - BAST

The British Academy of Sound Therapy - BAST Committed to delivering in-depth training courses & promoting the use of sound as an effective tool for improving health & wellbeing

Still thinking about training with us this year?Don’t miss your chance to join our upcoming Group Sound Therapy course —...
03/09/2025

Still thinking about training with us this year?

Don’t miss your chance to join our upcoming Group Sound Therapy course — enrolment closes on 17th September and the course begins on 24th September.

This course is the perfect starting point for your therapeutic sound journey, offering a wide range of practical and inspiring techniques.

You’ll learn how to facilitate both passive and participative group sound therapy sessions — from soundbaths and gongbaths to drum journeys (the ancient roots of many modern sound practices) and our unique Rhythm of Life sessions, combining rhythm, movement and mindfulness.

You can study online via distance learning, or with classroom modules at the University of Chichester.

Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or begin a new path, this course will give you the tools to deliver diverse and transformative sound sessions. Secure your place today: https://buff.ly/49ecM5c

Exploring sound and music gives so many people the opportunity to put feelings into a peaceful and effective mode of exp...
02/09/2025

Exploring sound and music gives so many people the opportunity to put feelings into a peaceful and effective mode of expression. For those who’d prefer not to talk, or who struggle to find the words or just those who loves the expression music can provide, sound is a powerful tool.

We often see the most wide expressions of ourselves at our Sound and Voice Arts course where we harness social sound arts into free creativity.

We will be running the Arts course again in 2026. Find out more: https://britishacademyofsoundtherapy.com/event/sound-voice-therapy-training/

29/08/2025

Our summer offer ends soon! ⏳

Unlock 25% off for 3 months with code SUMMERSALE25 at checkout.*

Offer ends August 31st. Sign up now at LifeSonics.com.

*For new customers."

2 more days to get 25% OFF our therapeutic music platform LifeSonics. You’ll get full access to specially composed track...
29/08/2025

2 more days to get 25% OFF our therapeutic music platform LifeSonics.

You’ll get full access to specially composed tracks for your health and wellbeing. Take the “how are you feeling?” quiz to be offered tracks that will be beneficial for your mood. If you prefer, you can listen to individual tracks or collections instead; these have been put together by Lyz for particular outcomes like better sleep, reduced anxiety and more!

Try it for free for 7 days and then get 25% off for 3 months with code SUMMERSALE25 at LifeSonics.com.

If you’re new to sound, it can be really helpful to learn a wide range of techniques during your course to get a solid f...
28/08/2025

If you’re new to sound, it can be really helpful to learn a wide range of techniques during your course to get a solid foundation from which you can progress.

The upcoming Group Sound Therapy Training course beginning this September is the perfect place to start.

This is a fabulous course for those wanting to conduct sound sessions, including gong baths and sound baths for groups.

Do you have a question about this course? Ask us in the comments below.

The world needs more sound therapists! Why?Research undertaken at BAST (and also independently) has shown that our metho...
27/08/2025

The world needs more sound therapists! Why?

Research undertaken at BAST (and also independently) has shown that our methodology is 16% more relaxing than conventional relaxation music, 6% more relaxing than other treatments such as massage and, on average, 64% more relaxing than other general relaxation methods. Our research has consistently shown positive benefits with regard to community sound work.

We are proud to deliver our proven method every year and see the opportunities that are given to our students and alumni after all their hard work.

26/08/2025

Tossing and turning? Let us help 😴

One of our studies has shown that listening to SOMNUS X, a 10 minute track crafted to improve sleep quality, helped 45% of participants sleep better.

With two versions available, SOMNUS X (10 minutes) and SOMNUS V (5 minutes), you can find the perfect fit for your bedtime routine.

Go to LifeSonics.com to try it out! 🎶

Save the date! 9th September at 7pm. Join our principal and founder, Lyz Cooper, for our next webinar: Transformative So...
26/08/2025

Save the date! 9th September at 7pm. Join our principal and founder, Lyz Cooper, for our next webinar: Transformative Sound, Altered States and Doorways of Perception.

We will learn how to journey more deeply within ourselves with sound and how going into ASC is essential for optimum health and wellbeing.

Whether you’re just starting to find out about sound therapy, or you’re a seasoned therapist, these are great, informative and fun sessions to top up your knowledge!

The session will be recorded, so even if you can’t attend live, you’ll receive a catch-up link later. Tickets are available on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transformative-sound-altered-states-and-doorways-of-perception-tickets-1450452956839/

Enjoy this bank holiday! We hope that whatever you get up to today, you find time for rest and relaxation.If you need so...
25/08/2025

Enjoy this bank holiday! We hope that whatever you get up to today, you find time for rest and relaxation.

If you need some help winding down, don’t forget about our helpful resources:

🎵 LifeSonics.com - Our therapeutic music platform
🎵 Insight Timer - External app for short courses
🎵 The BAST Blog - Full of tips and info!

Lyz began her journey with sound in 1994 when she had to leave a busy career in advertising due to a life-limiting illne...
22/08/2025

Lyz began her journey with sound in 1994 when she had to leave a busy career in advertising due to a life-limiting illness. During this time, she found that sound and music not only helped her relax, but certain sounds actually improved her health and well-being.

This life-changing personal journey motivated her to find out more about how sound and music can affect the mind, body and emotions – she went to university, got an MA in Education and an MSc in Applied Music Psychology and conducted research to find out more.

Today Lyz Cooper is one of the world’s thought leaders in the sound therapy field, an author and composer.

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BAST offers internationally renowned sound therapy and voice therapy training. Our Sound Therapy practitioners work across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, mental health, recreational relaxation, pain management, festivals, the arts and in yoga studios.

We have won awards for the quality of our sound healing therapy training courses and contribution to the sound therapy field worldwide and has helped to set standards for sound therapy in the UK and overseas.

The British Academy of Sound Therapy was founded by Lyz Cooper 19 years ago, in 2000 following 6 years of research and development and was the first sound therapy training establishment in the UK to offer a professional qualification in sound therapy. BAST, now part of The International Academy of Sound Therapy has run a successful training programme in Australia for the past 3 years and will soon be running courses in other parts of Europe and the USA.