Drumming, soundbaths and mind-body stress-relief skills.
University Wellbeing & Teambuilding Programmes
Engaging wellbeing & teambuilding sessions for students and staff
Primal Sound delivers inclusive, professionally facilitated wellbeing experiences that support connection, calm and resilience across university and college settings.
From energising group drumming and boomwhacker sessions for welcome events and teambuilding, to restorative soundbaths, meditation, movement and practical stress-relief skills, we help students and staff relax, reconnect and feel more balanced during busy academic life.
Led by Sarah Westwood and her team, sessions are accessible to all and designed to fit into wellbeing programmes, teaching schedules and events — from energising starts of term to supportive pauses during high-pressure periods.
Ideal for
Freshers’ Weeks • Ice-Breakers • Student Wellbeing Activities • Staff Teambuilding
Summer Schools • Induction & Orientation Programmes • International Student Initiatives • Department Away Days
⚡ Energising: Drumming & Boomwhackers
🌿 Rest & Reset: Soundbaths, Meditation & Movement
Connection & Wellbeing on Campus
University life can be exhilarating — and overwhelming. New environments, academic pressure, social anxiety and constant mental load are all part of the picture.
Primal Sound sessions create shared experiences that break barriers quickly — whether through the energy of drumming together or the deep exhale of guided rest. Students and staff are brought into the present moment, easing stress, building confidence and fostering a genuine sense of belonging.
Over recent years, Sarah has delivered drumming, soundbath and wellbeing sessions across multiple departments at the University of Birmingham, supporting wellbeing programmes, staff development and student engagement events.
Single events, short courses & regular sessions available.
Explore the options below, or contact us to discuss a tailored programme →
University Drumming Experiences
Our exhilarating drumming sessions offer an immediate sense of belonging and shared achievement. No musical experience needed — and everyone has a part to play.
Rhythm naturally reduces stress, builds confidence and encourages collaboration, making sessions ideal for university wellbeing, development and community-building events.
Sessions support:
- • Student wellbeing & engagement
- • Staff connection & away days
- • Leadership, communication & teamwork
- • Welcome events & community building
Sessions are structured, adaptable and suitable for a wide range of group sizes and settings.
University Drumming Experiences
Our exhilarating drumming sessions offer an immediate sense of belonging and shared achievement. No musical experience needed — and everyone has a part to play.
Rhythm naturally reduces stress, builds confidence and encourages collaboration, making sessions ideal for university wellbeing, development and community-building events.
Sessions support:
- • Student wellbeing & engagement
- • Staff connection & away days
- • Leadership, communication & teamwork
- • Welcome events & community building
Sessions are structured, adaptable and suitable for a wide range of group sizes and settings.
Boomwhacker & Drum Sessions
Boomwhackers are vibrant, tuned tubes that make a rainbow-coloured orchestra.
They’re colourful and brilliantly inclusive: within minutes, students are engaged in creating music together with a perfect combination of melody and rhythm.
Sessions can be delivered using purely Boomwhackers or combined with the power of drums for a dynamic experience.
Sessions support:
- Building connection early in programmes
- Easing social anxiety in new groups
- Re-energising during intensive study periods
- Creating shared success and confidence
Rest & Reset Sessions
For deeper calm and nervous system support, you can choose:
Soundbaths • Stress-Relief Skills • Meditation • Yoga • QiGong Flow • Guided Relaxation
Soundbaths & Guided Relaxation
These sessions offer students and staff a chance to step out of busy academic life and experience deep, restorative rest. Designed for university wellbeing settings, Sarah brings a musician’s skill and soothing voice to her relaxation experiences.
Soundbaths — immersive sound experiences using gongs, singing bowls, chimes and soft percussion to guide people into deep calm. Each layer is created with musical sensitivity and intention, allowing the mind to quieten as the body relaxes.
Guided Relaxation — deeply restorative sessions inspired by yoga nidra and body scan techniques. With gentle guidance and subtle live sound, participants are supported into effortless rest, releasing tension and restoring mental and physical ease.
Meditation — accessible guided practices that support focus and emotional balance. Sessions are suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike.
Soundbaths & Guided Relaxation
These sessions offer students and staff a chance to step out of busy academic life and experience deep, restorative rest. Designed for university wellbeing settings, Sarah brings a musician’s skill and soothing voice to her relaxation experiences.
Soundbaths — immersive sound experiences using gongs, singing bowls, chimes and soft percussion to guide people into deep calm. Each layer is created with musical sensitivity and intention, allowing the mind to quieten as the body relaxes.
Guided Relaxation — deeply restorative sessions inspired by yoga nidra and body scan techniques. With gentle guidance and subtle live sound, participants are supported into effortless rest, releasing tension and restoring mental and physical ease.
Meditation — accessible guided practices that support focus and emotional balance. Sessions are suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike.
Easy Mind-Body Stress-Relief Skills
These sessions offer students and staff simple, evidence-informed ways to manage stress and support calm, focus and emotional balance during busy academic life.
Practical and easy to follow, the techniques can be used straight away — helping participants feel calmer, clearer and more grounded both in the moment and beyond the session.
Participants learn:
- ✔︎ Breath-based techniques — steady the body and mind under pressure
- ✔︎ Body awareness — release tension and restore energy
- ✔︎ Nervous-system support — gentle ways to move out of stress mode
- ✔︎ Sensory grounding — regain focus and presence
Available as single sessions to short courses.
Restorative Movement for Calm & Balance
These sessions use simple, accessible movement to help students and staff release tension, improve mobility and steady the nervous system. Rooted in gentle yoga and qi gong traditions, they are suitable for all levels and designed to support focus, balance and overall wellbeing.
Yoga — Gentle practices combining breath, mobility and relaxation. Sessions help reduce stress, ease physical tension from study or desk-based work, and support mental clarity.
QiGong Flow — Meditative, standing movement sequences that encourage ease, circulation and calm. Qi gong offers an accessible reset without mats or floor work.
Sessions are ideal for:
- Wellbeing week activities
- Study-break resets
- Staff wellbeing sessions
- Complementing drumming or sound relaxation experiences
Restorative Movement for Calm & Balance
These sessions use simple, accessible movement to help students and staff release tension, improve mobility and steady the nervous system. Rooted in gentle yoga and qi gong traditions, they are suitable for all levels and designed to support focus, balance and overall wellbeing.
Yoga — Gentle practices combining breath, mobility and relaxation. Sessions help reduce stress, ease physical tension from study or desk-based work, and support mental clarity.
QiGong Flow — Meditative, standing movement sequences that encourage ease, circulation and calm. Qi gong offers an accessible reset without mats or floor work.
Sessions are ideal for:
- Wellbeing week activities
- Study-break resets
- Staff wellbeing sessions
- Complementing drumming or sound relaxation experiences
Mix & Match Options
Sessions can be combined to create engaging multi-activity programmes, from half-day or full-day events to short courses or regular classes.
We’re happy to advise on suitable combinations.
Why choose Sarah & Primal Sound
- ✔︎ 30 years as a musician and facilitator
- ✔︎ Extensive experience working with university students and staff
- ✔︎ Warm, inclusive and confidence-building delivery
- ✔︎ Carefully curated sessions led by Sarah and trusted specialist practitioners
- ✔︎ Distinctive, memorable drumming & sound experiences
✦ GET STARTED
Let us know which activity — or mix of activities — you’re interested in for your students or staff, along with your group size, timing and aims.
We’ll suggest suitable options with clear pricing.