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Why Drumming? Benefits of Group Drumming A perfect lesson in equality Inspires a sense of connection Is inclusive, not competitive Stimulates creativity Reveals true identities Relaxes and re-energises Involves learning a new skill Gets your team out of our comfort zone Acknowledges, recognises and validates individual contributions Strengthens roles within your group, your values, and visions Enhances your capacity to listen Leaves us feeling a sense of freedom and triumph Motivates & empowers – leaving delegates ready for success! Uplifts, celebrates, inspires and unifies your team Encourage healthier lifestyles Improves staff retention Reduces absenteeism – less mental health days! Boosts morale Heightens creative problem-solving Reinvigorates organisational culture Energises your brand – your people are your brand! Recognises and rewards	afrobeat.australia ___________________ We Specialise in... West African Drumming West African Dance Classes & Courses Instructional Workshops Interactive Drumiming Shows Team Building Drumming African Drum & Dance Shows Drummers for Hire Drum Circle Facilitator Training Online African Drum Shop _________________
When we drum together We share a common purpose, a common goWe strengthen the company’s vision We build relationships based on trust and respect Balance task and process We use a range of communication techniques Practice effective dialogue You hear the rhythm and contribute your beat You are listening and playing, receptive and creative at the same time
Why Drumming? Health, Wellbeing, Community & Self Awareness – The benefits of the ‘Healing Drum' Drumming is accessible to anyone – we ALL have rhythm! The sustained repetition of the steady beat brings people together physically, emotionally, and mentally Participating in or listening to drumming is highly motivating to people of all ages and backgrounds Drumming together promotes fun and a positive vibe Physical benefits include sustained physical activity, relaxation, and use of fine motor skills Drumming can be done with little or no previous musical background or training, making these experiences accessible to all people Drumming together taps into layers of the mind and body that other modalities cannot Repetitive drumming changes brain wave activity, inducing a state of calm and focused awareness Group drumming breaks down social barriers, promotes freedom of expression, non-verbal communication, unity and cooperation Drumming awakens dormant emotions and unexplainable feelings of excitement, peace, and ecstasy Drumming together decreases depression, anxiety, and stress, boosts immune system functioning and benefits physical health As a universal curative, music has the power to affect the human organism at the deepest levels. It can heal the cause underlying the disease, rather than merely suppressing the visible symptoms as is often the case with most forms of modern medical treatment. Drumming can be soothing to the senses, invigorating its listeners with a notion of the good, filling them with the purposes of the noble and the sacred. It can help create an atmosphere that is conducive to philosophical reflection. Drumming can propel you into the discovery of your self Drumming is a great daily activity that can induce relaxation, rejuvenation and a better sense of well being for all its practitioners, players, dancers and listeners. The increased number of drums creates a synergistic effect in which the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Drumming together helps develop relationships quickly - the communication, collaboration and effort that is required develops relationships quickly. The experience allows individuals to take new risks, try on new roles and make mistakes with no danger or cost. Teams are able to experience chaos, disorder, crisis and changing requirements for success in a safe environment where the consequences for failure are limited. The space between the ‘experience’ – the project or challenge and its outcomes is squeezed, so the consequences of organisational decisions can be easily examined and improved. Through drumming together, participants review themselves, their leadership, problem solving skills, teamwork, communication and change management Drumming is ‘whole body learning’. The learning involves physical, mental and behavioural dimensions Group drumming requires input from all team members to produce outcomes Group drumming highlights the interdependence of the team along with the importance of diversity within the team Having fun is a powerful aspect of effective learning. When participants are able to relax, they become more open to the experience and bring their creativity Scientific research supports that group drumming strengthens the Immune System Scientific research also supports that group drumming improves Mood States and Reduces Burnout Drumming together has been scientifically proven to reverse Stress on the Genomic Level Group drumming helps develop self-esteem, self-awareness, listening skills, coordination of breath and movement, cooperation and patience Drumming aids in rebuilding a sense of efficacy and self worth The repetitive rhythm has a physiologically calming effect Drumming together builds valuable skills for processing and communicating information, and containing or channelling intense emotions and impulses Group drumming supports our ability to focus inward as well as outward Drumming improves our ability to concentrate
Enhance the individual and overall business performance of your company or team! Healthy, happy employees/team members are more loyal, stay longer, perform better and are more efficient and productive! Success comes from companies/businesses who not only consider profit, but also the people who make up their company. Improve the lifestyles, fitness, wellbeing, energy and productivity of your staff/team today! The benefits of drumming and dancing together directly translate back to the workplace by helping to… Manage and reduce stress Improve energy levels Enhance communication and team work Reduce sick days or absenteeism Enhance ability to think clearly and concentrate Reduce work cover claims Build employee morale and self esteem Reduce ‘mental health’ days Quit smoking Reduce alcohol consumption Sleep better Lose weight Get on with other employees and be nicer to clients
Scientific Research & Related Articles - Links There is a growing body of research on the therapeutic effects of group drumming. Ground breaking studies show benefits to the immune system, stress levels and mood. Scientific Research LINKS – Drumming strengthens the Immune System Improves Mood States and Reduces Burnout Retains Students: Mood Improvement & Burnout Reduction Reverses Stress on the Genomic Level Experiential Learning The Healing Art of Music (Drumming)
















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