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Certified Beginner Training

Basic Handpan Training in Chiang Mai

Learn the foundations of the handpan in a peaceful, supportive environment. Perfect for beginners, sound lovers, yoga teachers, and anyone who wants to connect with music in a simple and beautiful way.

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1 Day Training

Simple, focused and easy to follow.

Beginner Friendly

No previous music experience needed.

Certificate Included

Receive a certificate from Chiang Mai Holistic.

Small Group

Personal support from the teacher.

Basic Handpan Training

The handpan is known for its soft, deep, and relaxing sound. This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience, helping you understand the instrument, learn its structure, and begin playing simple melodies with confidence.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for beginners, sound lovers, yoga teachers, meditation practitioners, and anyone interested in music for relaxation, mindfulness, and personal development.

Participants Will Be Able To:

  • Understand the history and structure of the handpan
  • Play the handpan using proper basic techniques
  • Understand the D Kurd scale and note layout
  • Play basic melodies and patterns
  • Practice and improvise simple musical phrases
  • Properly care for and maintain the handpan

Course Content:

  • History and background of the handpan
  • Parts and structure of the instrument
  • Basic playing techniques
  • Introduction to the D Kurd scale
  • Basic melody and pattern playing
  • Chord playing
  • Practicing with a metronome
  • Improvisation and musical flow
  • Handpan care and maintenance

Training Schedule

10:00am – 1:00pm

Lecture, Demonstration & Practice

Learn the foundations, observe the technique, and begin hands-on practice.

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Lunch Break

Time to rest, eat, and integrate the morning session.

2:00pm – 4:00pm

Demonstration & Hands-on Practice

Continue practicing with guidance and build confidence using the handpan.

Certification

On completion of the training, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Chiang Mai Holistic. This certificate shows you have a good understanding of how to play the handpan.

Investment

Price: 4,000 THB for tuition only.

  • Training manual
  • Certification from Chiang Mai Holistic

Training Dates

The training dates in Chiang Mai are:

  • June 9th 2026
  • June 14th 2026
  • June 21st 2026
  • June 28th 2026

Also Available

Every week we have group Tibetan Bowls Sound Bath and Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Bath. Or if you are interested in an individual sound healing session, see the Sound Healing session page to learn more.

Interested in Joining This Training?

Message us to ask questions, check availability, or reserve your place.

Spaces are limited. Our team will reply as soon as possible.

Ryu Mangkorn Handpan Teacher

Ryu Mangkorn

Music Producer & Handpan Trainer

Ryu Mangkorn Kaewya is the music producer at Chiang Mai Holistic. He graduated with a certificate in music and audio production. He has a passion in music and sound since he was a teenager. He enjoys playing instruments such as drum, guitar and many more instruments. He always wants to be successful in a music career