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What is a Drumcircle?

There are different types of drumcircles with different intentions. Corporate drumcircles build teamwork and improve corporate functioning. Cultural drumcircles honor the specific rhythms and ceremonies of different cultures. Health & Wellness drumcircles focus on self-discovery and mind-body wellness education and Recreational Community Drumcircles are spontaneous and inclusive gatherings for the purpose of playing together.

The community drum circle provides a safe place where people gather to share a spontaneous recreational rhythmic experience. It is NOT a drumclass! The focus is on participation NOT performance. The facilitator serves the community by sharing their rhythmic spirit with the skills to connect the group to create a musical unity and experience group cohesion.

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Why the Drum?

  • It's FUN!
  • It's INCLUSIVE! All are welcome!
  • It's EASY! No experience is necessary.
  • To DEVELOP the rhythm within.
  • HEALTH BENEFITS! Stress reduction, immune system booster.
  • It's a SAFE place to find social support.
  • A great place to discover your
    CREATIVE POTENTIAL.
  • It's a positive, MEANINGFUL
    EXPERIENCE    .
Imagine hearing the sounds of distant drumming, go further and you experience a pulse - a beat. You can sense that something powerful is going on, everyone is communicating, participating, listening.

You are welcome as you come into the circle, your chair is there, and you are able to share your own special rhythm with others who accept your abilities.

-Kinesiology 569 student,
University of Calgary
Drumming for freedom