Frequently asked questions.

  • For a sound bath, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing as you'll be lying on the floor, and your body temperature may drop during the session. It's a good idea to have a blanket nearby, especially if you're joining a session during winter, as it can get chilly. While most venues provide blankets, bringing your own can add to your comfort.

    For a sound massage, comfortable clothing is also advised. To enhance your experience, it's best to avoid clothing with buttons, belts, or other plastic/metal accessories, as well as any jewelry that might interfere with the process. We understand the sentimental value of personal jewelry, so it's entirely acceptable to keep it on if you prefer, but a smoother experience can be achieved without it.

  • Generally, we recommend eating lightly before any of our sessions. This ensures you won't be disrupted by hunger during the session and won't feel weighed down by heavy meals.

  • For sound baths, injuries are not as significant, as long as you can comfortably lie in a supine position and enjoy the sounds of our instruments.

    However, for sound massage, it's essential to inform us of any issues, whether it's pain in your shoulder, frequent headaches, stiffness in your legs, organ dysfunction, or anything similar. Since our bodies are primarily composed of water, the vibrations from singing bowls can have a profound impact. This knowledge allows us to work around your specific needs, ensuring you have the best possible experience.

  • Singing bowls have roots in Eastern traditions, including Nepal, Tibet, India, and China. Traditionally used in religious settings, these bowls gained newfound attention due to research conducted by P. Hess in the 1980s and 1990s. This research explored the profound effects of singing bowls on the human body. Inspired by these findings, we created a unique project that includes both individual singing bowl massages and performance-concerts.

    Our performance-concerts offer not only entertainment but also relaxation, which is especially valuable during these challenging times. Relaxation is a unique state of consciousness that encompasses various characteristics. The brainwave patterns involved are measurable and include beta, alpha, theta, and delta states. These different states affect the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the central nervous system, and metabolism, ultimately leading to an enhanced sense of well-being and relaxation.

  • For those experiencing a sound massage for the first time, we'll provide a detailed explanation of the entire process. This includes the duration, what you can and should do during the session, what to expect, and when the session will conclude. Feel free to ask any specific questions beforehand to ensure you have the best possible experience tailored to your needs.

  • After a sound massage, many people report feeling "refreshed" or "rejuvenated." Some describe it as akin to a nurturing afternoon nap. Following the massage, we'll offer you water and tea while we discuss your experience and provide instructions on how to care for your body for the remainder of the day.

  • During a full sound massage session, the singing bowls are placed on various parts of your body, including your soles, back, shoulders, legs, chest, belly, and hands. If you have any sensitive areas or preferences about where the bowls should or should not be placed, please let us know beforehand, and we will tailor the experience to your comfort.

  • Sound massage is exceptionally quiet. There may be moments where you won't hear the singing bowls at all; you'll simply feel their vibrations. Sound baths can become slightly louder, especially if a gong is used. However, rest assured that we carefully manage the sound levels to ensure your comfort. The loudest portion typically lasts no longer than 10-15 minutes, and we've never had anyone find it too overwhelming.

  • For sound massage, it's not feasible to accommodate multiple individuals simultaneously, as it's tailored for one person at a time. This would result in extensive waiting times. However, for sound baths, you are absolutely welcome to bring your friends. We do recommend registering in advance, as we often have limited spaces available.

  • In the traditional sense, sound massage is not a physical massage where hands touch your body. Instead, we place singing bowls on your body, and the "massage" part comes from the vibrations produced by these bowls.

  • A sound bath doesn't involve water, so there's no need to worry about getting wet. The term "sound bath" is used because we immerse you in the soothing sounds of the instruments. You can think of it as an experience that falls somewhere between meditation and a live concert.

  • While some individuals may experience difficulty falling asleep after their first sound massage, it's entirely normal. To minimize this, be sure to drink plenty of water after the massage and take good care of your body. Nightmares, however, are very rare after a sound massage. The likelihood of having a nightmare is no higher than on any other night, but your dreams might indeed be more vivid.

  • Absolutely! Falling asleep during a session is a sign of deep relaxation, which is precisely what we aim to provide. During the session, you may find yourself in a state between wakefulness and sleep due to the brain's response to the sound and vibrations. This is completely normal and contributes to the overall experience.

  • For sound bath sessions, they usually occur monthly, and you are welcome to attend each one.

    Sound massage sessions are individualized and can be scheduled based on your availability and ours. You can experience sound massage as frequently as every two weeks if your body feels the need. We recommend having at least a two-week gap between sessions to allow time for self-observation and processing.

  • Results can vary from person to person, as we all have unique experiences. Some individuals report noticeable changes in their lives after a single sound massage, while others may require a few sessions to fully embrace the new sensations and benefits.

  • Terms & Conditions

    Last updated: 24 Sept 2026

    These Terms & Conditions apply to all yoga classes, sound baths, sound massage sessions, workshops, events, team wellness sessions and other services offered by Meru Studio, registered in the Netherlands.

    By booking or purchasing a service, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

    1. Definitions

    In these Terms & Conditions:

    “We”, “us” or “our” means Meru Studio.

    “You” or “participant” means any person purchasing, booking or participating in one of our services.

    “Services” means yoga classes, sound baths, sound massage sessions, workshops, events, team wellness sessions and any other services offered by us.

    “Booking” means a reservation made for a specific class, session, workshop or event.

    “Class pass” means a prepaid package giving access to a specified number of yoga classes within a specified validity period.

    “Membership” means a recurring subscription providing access to yoga classes according to the specific membership purchased.

    2. Bookings

    Bookings can be made through our website, booking platform or other booking channels we make available.

    A booking is confirmed once payment has been completed or, where applicable, once we have confirmed the booking.

    Bookings are personal and may not be transferred to another person unless we have explicitly agreed to this.

    Please provide accurate contact information when making a booking. We use this information to send booking confirmations, important changes and other information relating to your booking.

    You are responsible for checking your booking confirmation and ensuring that you have selected the correct class, date and time.

    3. Yoga Classes

    Yoga classes are available at the times and locations shown in our online schedule.

    The schedule may change from time to time. We reserve the right to change a teacher, class time, class format or location when reasonably necessary.

    Where we need to cancel a class, we will notify affected participants as soon as reasonably possible and, where applicable, restore the class credit or offer an alternative booking.

    Changes to the regular schedule do not automatically entitle participants to a refund of unused class passes or memberships.

    Please arrive a few minutes before the scheduled start of your class.

    For safety and to avoid disruption to other participants, we may not be able to admit participants who arrive after the class has started.

    4. Class Cancellation and No-Shows

    You may cancel a booked yoga class up to 12 hours before the scheduled start time without losing your class credit or being charged.

    If you cancel after this deadline, or do not attend the class, the booking will be treated as a late cancellation/no-show.

    For a late cancellation or no-show:

    • a class credit may be deducted from your class pass; or

    • the class may be charged in accordance with the applicable booking or membership terms.

    The exact cancellation period and any applicable fee will be displayed during the booking process where relevant.

    In exceptional circumstances, including serious illness or other circumstances beyond your reasonable control, please contact us. We may decide to make an exception at our discretion.

    5. Waiting Lists

    If a class is fully booked, you may be able to join a waiting list.

    If a place becomes available, participants on the waiting list may be notified according to the procedures of our booking system.

    Being placed on a waiting list does not guarantee a place in the class.

    If you are offered a place, you are responsible for confirming the booking within the applicable timeframe.

    6. Class Passes

    Class passes are personal and non-transferable unless otherwise agreed.

    Each class pass has a validity period stated at the time of purchase.

    Unused classes expire at the end of the validity period unless we have expressly agreed otherwise.

    Class passes cannot normally be exchanged for cash or refunded after purchase, except where required by applicable law.

    Class passes cannot normally be paused or extended.

    In exceptional circumstances, we may agree to extend a class pass at our discretion.

    7. Memberships

    If you purchase a recurring membership, the applicable membership price, billing period, number of classes and other conditions will be clearly stated at the time of purchase.

    Memberships are automatically renewed according to the renewal period stated when you purchase the membership, unless cancelled in accordance with the applicable cancellation terms.

    You may cancel your membership by following the cancellation procedure stated at the time of purchase.

    The applicable notice period will be clearly communicated before you enter into the membership agreement.

    Where a membership is subject to a minimum commitment period, this will be clearly stated before purchase.

    Memberships are personal and may not be transferred to another person.

    Membership fees are payable regardless of whether you attend all classes included in your membership, unless otherwise agreed.

    8. Prices and Payment

    All prices are displayed in euros and, where applicable, include VAT.

    The price applicable to your purchase is the price displayed at the time you place your order.

    Payment must be made using one of the payment methods offered through our website or booking platform.

    We reserve the right to change our prices for future purchases.

    Changes to prices do not affect services or memberships that have already been paid for, except where a recurring agreement permits a price change in accordance with applicable law and the agreed terms.

    9. Workshops and Events

    Workshops and special events may have different booking and cancellation conditions from regular yoga classes.

    The applicable conditions will be communicated on the relevant event page or during the booking process.

    Unless otherwise stated, workshop and event bookings are personal and non-transferable.

    We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a workshop or event where necessary, including where there are insufficient registrations, a teacher becomes unavailable or circumstances arise beyond our reasonable control.

    If we cancel an event, participants will be offered an appropriate alternative, such as a transfer to another date or a refund of the amount paid for the cancelled event, as applicable.

    10. Sound Baths

    Sound baths are relaxation and wellbeing experiences.

    They are not medical treatments and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical or psychological condition.

    Participants are responsible for informing us before the session if they have any condition or circumstance that may affect their ability to participate safely.

    If you are unsure whether a sound bath is appropriate for you, please consult an appropriate healthcare professional before participating.

    11. Sound Massage

    Sound massage is a wellbeing and relaxation service and is not a substitute for medical treatment, physiotherapy, psychological treatment or other professional healthcare.

    Before a sound massage session, you should inform us of any relevant physical condition, injury, pregnancy or other circumstance that may affect your participation.

    We reserve the right to refuse or modify a session where we reasonably believe participation may not be appropriate or safe.

    12. Health and Safety

    Yoga and other physical or relaxation activities involve inherent risks.

    You participate voluntarily and are responsible for listening to your body and exercising within your own limits.

    You should inform the teacher or practitioner before the session if there is anything relevant to your participation, including an injury, medical condition, pregnancy or other physical limitation.

    You should not participate if you are unwell or if you believe participation may put your health or the health of others at risk.

    Our classes are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

    If you experience pain, dizziness, shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms during a session, stop participating and inform the teacher or practitioner immediately.

    13. Physical Adjustments

    Some teachers may offer physical adjustments or hands-on assistance during yoga classes.

    Where physical adjustments are offered, the teacher will seek your consent before touching you.

    You may decline physical adjustments at any time.

    If you prefer not to receive physical adjustments, please inform your teacher before the class begins.

    14. Studio Conduct

    We want the studio to be a respectful and safe environment for everyone.

    Participants are expected to:

    • treat everyone respectfully;

    • follow reasonable instructions given by teachers and staff;

    • maintain appropriate personal hygiene;

    • keep phones and other devices silent during classes;

    • avoid disruptive behaviour;

    • take reasonable care of studio equipment and property;

    • leave the studio space clean and tidy after use.

    We reserve the right to refuse participation or ask someone to leave if their behaviour is disruptive, unsafe, threatening or otherwise inappropriate.

    No refund will normally be provided where a participant is removed from a session because of serious or repeated misconduct.

    15. Personal Belongings

    Participants are responsible for their own belongings.

    We recommend that valuable items are not brought to the studio.

    We are not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings except where liability cannot legally be excluded.

    16. Studio Access & Arrival

    Our yoga classes and other sessions take place in a rented studio space located on the top floor of an office building.

    The building has controlled access. Participants therefore cannot enter or leave the building independently and must be accompanied by us or a member of our team.

    Participants are asked to arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time of their session. We will meet participants at the designated entrance and accompany them to the studio.

    At the end of the session, participants will be accompanied back to the building entrance.

    Because access to the building is controlled, arriving late may mean that you are unable to enter the building or join the session. We cannot guarantee that someone will be available to let late arrivals into the building once the session has started.

    If you arrive late and cannot access the building as a result, the booking will normally be treated as a late cancellation/no-show in accordance with our cancellation policy.

    The exact meeting point and any additional arrival instructions will be provided in your booking confirmation.

    17. Changes to Teachers, Classes and Schedule

    We make reasonable efforts to maintain the published schedule, but circumstances may require us to change teachers, class formats, times or locations.

    We reserve the right to make such changes where reasonably necessary.

    If a class is cancelled by us, we will make reasonable efforts to notify affected participants and provide an appropriate alternative.

    18. Liability

    We take reasonable care to provide our services in a safe and professional manner.

    However, participation in yoga, sound baths, sound massage, workshops and other physical or wellbeing activities involves inherent risks.

    To the extent permitted by applicable law, we are not responsible for injury, loss or damage resulting from a participant's failure to follow instructions, failure to disclose relevant information, or participation beyond their own physical or personal limits.

    Nothing in these Terms & Conditions excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by law, including liability resulting from our own intentional acts or gross negligence where applicable.

    19. Personal Information

    We process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

    When you make a booking, we may process information necessary to administer your booking, payment, membership and communication with you.

    Our Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it and your rights in relation to your personal information.

    20. Photography and Recording

    Photography, video or audio recording may occasionally take place during classes, workshops or events.

    We will inform participants where recording or photography is taking place.

    We will not use identifiable images of participants for promotional purposes without appropriate permission or another lawful basis.

    If you do not wish to appear in promotional photography or video, please let us know.

    21. Complaints

    If you have a complaint about a class, service, booking or other aspect of our services, please contact us at:

    [info@merusound.nl]

    We ask that you provide a clear description of the issue and, where relevant, your booking details.

    We will make reasonable efforts to respond and resolve complaints as quickly as possible.

    22. Changes to These Terms & Conditions

    We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time.

    The version applicable to your purchase is the version that was made available to you before or at the time you entered into the relevant agreement, subject to any legally permitted changes.

    The latest version will always be published on our website.

    23. Applicable Law

    These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Netherlands.

    Any dispute will be handled in accordance with applicable Dutch law and the applicable jurisdiction rules.

    Nothing in these Terms & Conditions limits any mandatory consumer rights that cannot legally be excluded or restricted.

    24. Contact

    Meru Studio
    Wolphaertsbocht 90b,
    3082AS, Rotterdam
    The Netherlands

    Email: [info@merusound.nl]
    Phone: [+31687976660]
    Chamber of Commerce (KVK): 66784948
    VAT number: NL002520505B45

    Last updated: [24/09/2026]