Mindful breathing exercises are taught when playing the gong.

Increases self control and patience.

Encourages independence when playing alone; and improves social skills, peer interaction and communication, teamwork and relationship building when playing together.

Gong playing is a creative outlet and encourages kids to express their creative abilities as it nurtures self-expression.

Provides self-regulation skills to face difficult or unsettling emotions, fears, grief or trauma.

Teaches perseverance and creates a sense of achievement.

Encourages the importance of music and sound, and introduces children to cultural diversity through the history of the Gong and other instruments.

Improves coordination.

Improves listening skills.

Promotes kindness and compassion towards others.

Studies in neuroscience show that music can enhance brain function in children.

Helps children get excited about learning.

Positive, fun and healing for children with special needs.