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10th April - Easter Family Drumming Workshop - Pavilions Teignmouth

Easter Holiday drumming fun-times for the whole family! Join us for a rhythmic adventure the whole family will love.

Explore the joy of West African drumming together in our family-friendly workshop. This hands-on session promises fun, laughter, and plenty of beats to groove to. Through rhythm games and call and response, we will develop the most infectious groove between us.

No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to make music memories with your loved ones.

Friday 10thApril

11.00am to 12.30pm

£15.00 for one adult and one child to attend together, £5.00 per each additional child attending with the same family group.

Booking fee per transaction – £1 online or telephone sales, 50p at the Box Office.


18th April - Intro to West African Rhythms - Pavilions Teignmouth

Ever wanted to learn to play the Djembe drum? Now is your opportunity to discover the wonderful world of West African drumming. The session is hosted by James Carr who has over 25 years experience playing drums and percussion as well as more than 20 years teaching experience. In the session you will learn to play authentic West African djembe patterns, develop technique and together we will create an almighty sound. The sessions are aimed at adults and are open to all whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced player. All sessions come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece. Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs. Come and have some fun with us!


£15.00. Booking fee per transaction – £1 online or telephone sales, 50p at the Box Office.


To book your spot, follow the link....


23rd Feb - Totnes Sessions (5 week course / Drop in)

Come and lose yourself in rhythm on this 5 week djembe rhythms course at Health Source, Totnes. Book into all 6 sessions or drop in whenever you can.

These sessions are accessible, relaxed and reinvigorating. Just come, feel the groove and get lost in the moment. Lots of fun times!

Booking is essential. To get the 5 week discount or book an individual session, contact James using the below..


21st April - Paignton Sessions (4 week course)

We have moved to a new venue and a new time! Come and join us for a Tuesday afternoon drum

This lively drumming group with have you grooving in no time at all. During the 4 weeks we will delve into an array of authentic West African djembe rhythms. Learn technique, get in the groove and let the rhythm take you away.

These sessions are open to all, whether you're a seasoned drummer or a complete beginner. Everyone can play!

Booking is essential. For more information and to book your spot, contact James using the below..

24th Feb - Bishopsteignton Sessions (5 week course)

This lively drumming group with have you grooving in no time at all. During the 5 weeks we will delve into an array of authentic West African djembe rhythms. Learn technique, get in the groove and let the rhythm take you away. 

On this course you'll also gain access to digital resources of the rhythms and recordings of our sessions.

These workshops are open to all, whether you're a seasoned drummer or a complete beginner. Everyone can play!

To book your spot, contact James using the links below...

Activities 115 - Kingsbridge

I am delighted to be running drummign workshops for adults with learning disabilities at Activities 115, Kingsbride.

Throughout the sessions we will be learning world rhythms and exploring a variety of different drums and techniques.

The sessions include rhythm games and are lots of fun and accessible to everyone - you don't need to have ever drummed before to join in.

Drumming is brilliant for helping to improve coordination and memory, learning new skills, improving wellbeing, boosting confidence, exploring creativity and having lots of fun in a relaxed environment.

To book your spot, contact Rosa at:

info@activities115.co.uk


26th Feb - Teignbridge Samba (5 week course)

Be part of something AMAZING and join Teignbridge’s community samba band!

In this high-energy 5-week course, you’ll play some stonking samba rhythms rooted in West African traditions, using instruments like caixa, surdo, repinique, agogô bells and djembe.

No experience needed — everyone’s welcome! Plus, get access to digital resources to support learning and practice between sessions.

To book your spot, contact James using the links below...

April - May Courses!

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Paignton 4 week course.1
Bishopsteignton April '26.1
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Exeter Customs House - Credit to Appleton Events Photography

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