Courses & Workshops...


We run all sorts of workshops in all sorts of settings including in the community, schools, events and parties and workshops that promote personal and social wellbeing. Have a look below for upcoming courses and taster sessions...

Exeter Customs House - Courtesy of Appleton Events Photography
Exeter Customs House - Courtesy of Appleton Events Photography

* Photos courtesy of Appleton Events Photography

November Courses

Paignton Sessions

Our longest standing group has been playing now for 5 years & have a whole wealth of rhythms to play!


Come and explore a world of rhythm! These lively workshops are full of fun and open to all. 


We meet every Monday evening every half term for 6 weeks. Within each block we'll explore one new piece and revist and embellish our classic rhythms.

  • Duration: 6 weeks starting 4th November
  • All Welcome - Booking Essential
  • Mondays: 19:00 - 20:30
  • Venue: Mayfield College, Paignton
  • Price: £65
  • To book: Call / Message / Email
Phone / Whats App07540077297

Teignmouth Sessions

Phone / Whats App07540077297

Come and join this fantastic course of 6 workshops at our new Teignmouth Venue! We'll now be meeting every Tuesday at the Raise the Barr Fitness studio. These sessions are open to all abilities from more experienced to complete beginners.


for 6 weeks, starting on the 5th November, we'll focus on two sets of rhythms as well as revisit some past classics. We'll introduce technique and develop more complex patterns as you become more confident. Be prepared for BIG Beats, BIG Breaks and BIG smiles!

  • Duration: 6 weeks starting 5th November
  • All Welcome - Booking Essential
  • Tuesdays 19:00 - 20:30
  • Venue: Raise the Barr Fitness, Teignmouth
  • Price: £65
  • To book: Call / Message / Email

Health Source Totnes

Drum Devon provides drumming workshops in a whole variety of settings in including those to support the promotion of personal and social wellbeing. For 3 years Drum Devon worked in partnership with the Devon Recovery Learning Community in order promote positive wellbeing through drumming.

Phone / Whats App07540077297

Come and lose yourself in rhythm on this 6 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 6 week discount or book an individual session, contact James using the below..

For more information and bookings, contact James below...

  • Duration: 6 weeks starting 4th Nov
  • All Welcome - Booking Essential
  • Tuesdays 15:00 - 17:00
  • Price: £60 / £12 drop in
  • To book: Call / Message / Email

Drumming is an excellent way to lose yourself in rhythm. The music is accessible and satisfying and allows for a joyful, meditative experience.


Not only is drumming a super-fun and accessible thing to do, there are a whole range of benefits to be had including:

- Boost the immune system

- Gentle cardio excercise

- Alleviation of Pain

- Relive anxiety, stress and depression

- Reduction of blood pressure

Half Term Family Session

October Half Term Drumming - Pavilions Teignmouth

Schools out, what are you going to do?

Come drumming of course!

Throughout the year, we've been running family oriented sessions during the holidays that bring everyone together for a shared, creative, musical experience. Get ready for rhythm-filled fun-times that are perfect for all ages. Bring the whole family and explore the world of percussion together.

No experience necessary – just bring your smiles and let's make some music memories!

Follow the link to book your spot...

Pavilions Teignmouth

Taster Sessions

These sessions run as uniqiue taster sessions whereby you will get to explore a specific rhythm and learn how different drum and percussion parts fit together to create a multilayered rhythmic montage. They're an ideal way to find out what it is all about. You'll also get access to a whole range of resources such as videos, notation as well as a recording of your workshop!


  • Duration: 2hrs - Saturdays 11:00 - 13:00
  • Open to beginners and more experienced players
  • Price: £15 per session or £12.50 when buying 3 or more per person
  • To book, go to the Pavilions Teignmouth Website by clicking the Pavilions box office link

This series introduces participants to the wonderfully diverse world of drumming from all around the world.
Each session we will explore a different rhythm. Starting from scratch makes these sessions extremely accessible to all. See all the sessions below.
The ticket includes lots of resources including videos, notation and a recording of the final piece of the workshop.
£15 per session or £12.50 when bought as a package of 3.

Tickets availible from the Pavilions Teignmouth Box Office.

Past Events Gallery

Lupton House Music Festival
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Playing in the Streets with Tonic Creatives - Brixham
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In the Mix Festival with Devon and Torbay Music Education Hubs
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Pkaying in the Streets with Tonic Creatives
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Lupton House Music Festival
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Playing in the Streets Brixham with Tonic Creatives
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June 11th Djole
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23rd July Second line
Torbay Marathon
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Drum Devon Lupton
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Pavilions may sessions 2
Earthhour group
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Pavilions April Poster
James Bunker
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Iniversity Centre South Devon
Apple Pie Marldon
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Cider Press 18th April
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EF Academy Torquay
Shh Drum Devon Seagull
University Centre South Devon
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University Centre South Devon
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Island Rhythms Pavilions
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University Centre South Devon
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The Mix Festival - Devon & Torbay Music Education Hubs
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