COMMUNITY GROUPS, RETREATS & PUBLIC EVENTS

“A massive thank you for the workshop, you were brilliant with the young people.” Lisa Billington, RNIB

“A big thank you for your fantastic class yesterday at ‘Into the Wild’ – Can’t wait to get my drum!”  Heather Thomas

“Thanks again for a brilliant evening! Feedback has been fabulous.”  Scout Association

“Oh my days, that was fantastic. I’ve got things I need and want to practice.  I’m having a blast – Rock on next week.” Kay Smith

African Drumming to inspire, energise and motivate!

Drumming is an incredibly uplifting experience.

Our fully interactive, mood-boosting, stress-busting drumming sessions help people feel connected and re-energised – the ideal feel-good remedy!

Group drumming has a huge range of physical and mental health benefits, is highly accessible and great fun.

Clients

We have worked extensively with:

  • NHS, RNIB, MIND, Sense, Stroke Association, MS Society, Age Concern, Barnardos, Girl Guiding, Scout Association, women’s groups, wellbeing initiatives & retreats.

Public Workshops

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Wellbeing Retreats

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Mental & Physical Health Support

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Women’s Groups

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Brownies/ Guides/ Cubs & Scouts

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Family Celebrations

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Session Content & Options

West African drums are beautiful instruments that sound fantastic! 

Starting with exciting drumrolls and call & response games, participants learn how to drum together successfully and play an exhilarating piece of music. It is highly accessible, with enough of a challenge that people can be truly proud of what they accomplish. Playing drums in a band is a thrilling experience that lifts people’s spirits and creates a wonderful sense of community and achievement! 

Choose from …

  • Drum Fun Energiser
  • 30 – 60mins
  • An exhilarating session guaranteed to lift people’s mood and create a positive, joyful atmosphere.

    Ideal for a special community event, wellbeing programme, retreat or celebration.

  • Drum Fun Intensive
  • 90mins – 2 hrs
  • More drumming = more fun!

    Longer sessions offer more time for the group to build friendships – drumming is wonderful for this! – develop their drumming skills & create a spectacular piece of music!

  • Regular Sessions
  • Weekly/ Monthly
  • Regular drum sessions offer great benefits!

    ~ Alleviate anxiety & depression
    ~ Boost mood & energy
    ~ Improve physical health
    ~ Develop skills & confidence
    ~ Build valuable group support

Drumming is…

  • Inspiring & joyful
  • Practical & great fun
  • Accessible & inclusive
  • A memorable experience you will love!

Wellbeing for the body…

  • Improves co-ordination, strength and stamina
  • Balances the nervous system
  • Boosts immunity & promotes healing
  • Lowers blood pressure and stress
  • Releases feel-good hormones

Wellbeing for the mind…

Playing music brings you fully into the present moment, meaning you happily haven’t got time to worry about the past or the future!

And you can enjoy the ‘drummer’s high‘ with the release of neurotransmitters – natural painkillers and mood-boosters.

Wellbeing for the spirit…

Drumming is expressive, loud, and brings people togetherall of which makes you feel GOOD!

Ceremonies and celebrations across the world know the power of rhythm to lift people’s spirits and create a wonderful sense of community.

Testimonials

“A big THANK YOU for another brilliant drumming session. Everyone really looks forward to it!”

Gaille Wallis, MS Support Group

“What an amazing experience! Thank you to the wonderful Sarah for our drumming workshop. What a way to end a fantastic weekend at our gathering.”

Kayleigh Palagi - Sisters Gathering

“It was fantastic to see children who had never played an instrument before happily tapping out rhythms and work as a group to create lovely sounds.”

Rachael Falk, 198th Scouts

“This has been the best thing I have ever chosen to do. Sarah is an incredible teacher and I count down the days for each week as we have such a laugh too.”

Kat Murray, Online Classes

“Sarah provided the Active Wellbeing Society with two amazing sessions. Great for teambuilding and great fun for staff!”

The Active Wellbeing Society

“Your workshops were amazing and your performance with Cassia Tree was outstanding as always.”

Marie Millward, Drumfest