Benefits

The traditional polyrhythmic music of West Africa is in itself a metaphor for the principles of teamwork, leadership, communication and cooperation that are required in order to run a successful business. Aside from that it's awesome fun and a great stress-reliever.
People feel both relaxed and energised after an African Drumming session - they always leave with a smile!

Why Use African Drumming?

group bonding
relationship building and enhancing
ice breaker
facilitate organisational change
communicate company vision
stress release and relaxation
fun, fun, fun!

When To Use African Drumming?

seminars
conferences
management training programs
leadership courses
team leadership day
stress management exercise
social functions

Core Benefits

Here are some of the reasons you might like to consider inviting our drummers and dancers into your workplace or conference:

everyone can participate
increase team spirit
break down barriers
improve focus and clarity of thought
emphasises interdependence of colleagues
emphasises equality in the team
illustrate key principles of communication, teamwork and leadership
catalyse creativity
is non-confrontational and non-competitive

Promoting cooperation rather than competition within the workplace
As an effective communication tool, drumming helps each participant realise their own contribution to the whole. It highlights that each team members input, no matter how small, makes a marked difference to the success of a group.

Encouraging personal development
Anyone can beat on a drum, giving participants a great sense of competence, which in turn enhances self-esteem.

Building team bonds and confidence
Motivation will increase through sharing creativity and listening to one another. Confidence in ones self and in each other is strengthened which in return will heighten trust and mutual respect.

Breaking down social barriers.
Drumming is an effective icebreaker for bringing employees closer together and instills cooperation by removing, race, gender and age barriers.

Celebrating group success and synergy.
By successfully playing rhythms together, groups develop a powerful synergy and sense of unity.

Increasing immediate and sustained general well-being, happiness and energy levels.
Drumming enables the participant to disengage from mental activity and brings participants 100% into the present moment, which gives a great deal of relief from mental stress and allows better focus and clarity.

Stress Release.
The physical benefits leave the body feeling invigorated but relaxed. At the same time a meditative experience is had which helps clear the mind of everyday stress and leaves the individual receptive to new ideas and challenges.