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African Drumming & Dancing Incursions, Workshops & Classes
RHYTHM CULTURE – AFRICAN DRUM & DANCE
Sunshine Coast – Brisbane – Melbourne – Sydney – Perth – Adelaide
Rhythm Culture brings the energy, excitement and connection of West African drumming and dance to people across Australia. We deliver interactive African drumming workshops, dance incursions, performances and classes for schools, businesses, community groups and people of all ages.
Whether you’re planning a school incursion, a corporate team-building event, a kindergarten program or simply looking to learn something new, we have an experience for you!
Our Drum Sing Dance program brings together African drumming, singing and dancing in one action-packed experience. Students get hands-on with real African drums, learn traditional rhythms, explore movement and work together to create their own musical ensemble. It’s a fantastic way to combine cultural learning, creativity, music and movement.
We also offer specialised African drumming and dance workshops for primary and secondary schools, kindergartens, early learning centres and vacation care programs.
For businesses and organisations, our corporate drumming workshops provide a fun and energising way to build connections, encourage teamwork and bring people together.
Beyond our incursions, we run regular weekly African drumming and dance classes on the Sunshine Coast. We also host workshops, performances, community events and our annual Camp Afro Foli, bringing local and international artists together to share their knowledge and passion for West African music and dance.
At Rhythm Culture, we are passionate about sharing the rich traditions of West African music while creating opportunities for people to connect through rhythm and movement. Our professional artists bring experience, enthusiasm and a genuine love of what they do.
From school incursions to corporate events, weekly classes and community workshops, we bring people together through the power of rhythm.
Come and find your rhythm with Rhythm Culture!
Kindergarten & Early Childhood Incursions
Bring the excitement of African drumming, singing and dancing to your school or early learning centre! Rhythm Culture’s Drum Sing Dance program offers an exciting, hands-on cultural experience that gets everyone involved. Through rhythm, music, movement and participation, students explore the vibrant traditions of West African music while developing valuable creative, physical and social skills.
For younger children, we make learning about rhythm playful, active and full of discovery! Through simple drumming patterns, songs, movement and interactive games, children explore sound, beat and rhythm. They develop listening skills, coordination, body awareness and self-expression. Most importantly, they have fun learning and participating together.
Give your children the opportunity to belong, be involved, express themselves and discover the joy of rhythm with Rhythm Culture!
Supporting the EYLF Through Music, Movement & Play
Supporting the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Rhythm Culture’s African Drum Sing Dance incursions offer a rich, engaging learning experience that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) – Belonging, Being and Becoming. Through music, movement, singing and shared participation, children explore, discover and learn in a fun and supportive environment.
Our interactive workshops create opportunities for children to develop a strong sense of identity and belonging as they participate, express themselves and experience the joy of creating music together. As children share rhythms, take turns, listen and respond to one another, they build relationships, develop social skills and strengthen their connection with others.
Drumming, singing and dancing also support children’s physical wellbeing, coordination, body awareness and confidence. Through playful exploration of sounds, beats and movement, children become curious and involved learners. They experiment, make discoveries, express ideas and develop their communication skills through music and movement.
Importantly, our program introduces children to the richness of West African music and dance traditions. This creates opportunities to explore cultural diversity, develop respect for different traditions and broaden their understanding of the world around them.
Our Drum Sing Dance incursions bring together creativity, cultural exploration, physical activity and social connection. They provide a meaningful opportunity for educators to extend children’s learning through an experience that is joyful, inclusive and engaging.
An Experience Everyone Can Enjoy!
At Rhythm Culture, we believe music and movement are for everyone. Our professional facilitators bring the drums, energy and enthusiasm to create an engaging experience for your group.
AFRICAN DRUMMING INCURSIONS IS WHAT WE DO!
Our African drumming and dance incursions are suitable for primary schools, high schools, kindergartens, early learning centres and vacation care programs. We adapt each experience to suit the age, abilities and interests of the group. From little ones discovering rhythm for the first time to high school students exploring complex rhythms and ensemble playing, everyone has an opportunity to participate.
Primary & High School African Drumming Incursions
Students get hands-on with traditional African drums and percussion instruments. They learn rhythmic patterns, practise listening and develop their coordination. As the rhythms build, students work together to create an exciting musical ensemble. We also introduce traditional African songs, call-and-response and dance.
These workshops encourage teamwork, communication, concentration, creativity and confidence. Furthermore, students develop an appreciation of cultural diversity and explore the role of music and dance in different communities.
Curriculum Connections & Educational Benefits
Our African Drum Sing Dance incursions complement the Australian Curriculum, particularly The Arts learning areas of Music and Dance. Students explore rhythm, musical patterns, movement, creative expression, performance and cultural traditions.
The program also supports opportunities to develop personal and social capabilities, critical and creative thinking, and intercultural understanding.
For early childhood settings, our activities connect with the five learning outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). These include identity, community, wellbeing, learning and communication.
VACATION CARE CENTRES
Enjoy high energy African drum and dance vacation care incursions with loads of instruments. Drum Sing Dance your way into the holidays with some serious fun!
SCHOOL INCURSIONS
Bring school students together in a culturally rich experience of West African drumming and dancing school incursion. Learn traditional rhythms and create an ensemble.
KINDERGARTENS
The Drum Sing Dance Program is packed full of cultural workshops that have children learning about the fascinating and rich culture of West Africa. Jump the big jump and dance the African dance rumble!
Let’s get everyone drumming, singing & dancing!
Whether you’re planning a school incursion, cultural celebration, kindergarten program or special event, we can tailor a Drum Sing Dance experience to suit your needs.
TEAMBUILDING
ADELAIDE – SYDNEY- MELBOURNE – BRISBANE – PERTH
CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING – THE POWER OF RHYTHM!
Looking for a fun, energising and memorable team-building experience? Rhythm Culture offers interactive African drumming and dance workshops that bring people together through the power of rhythm, music and movement. Forget the usual team-building activities! Our corporate drumming workshops offer something different, giving your team the chance to connect, collaborate and have a whole lot of fun.
African drumming is a fantastic way to bring people together, regardless of age, background or musical ability. Everyone starts with a drum, and before long, the group is creating rhythms together. Through listening, responding and working as an ensemble, participants discover how individual contributions combine to create something much bigger. It’s a powerful and enjoyable way to explore teamwork in action.
Our corporate team-building workshops encourage communication, cooperation, creativity and collective problem-solving. They also provide an opportunity for colleagues to step outside their usual workplace roles. Managers, employees and team members can all participate on equal footing. As a result, people often discover new ways to connect with one another.
Drumming is also a wonderful stress reliever. The physical energy, infectious rhythms and shared laughter help people switch off from everyday pressures. In addition, making music together can lift the mood, boost morale and create a positive sense of belonging.
Want to add even more energy? We can incorporate African dance into your team-building experience. This brings another level of movement, expression and laughter to the workshop.
Whether you’re organising a corporate event, staff development day, conference, workplace celebration or team retreat, Rhythm Culture can create an experience to suit your group.
Our professional facilitators bring the drums, energy and expertise. All you need to bring is your team!
**Bring your people together, find your rhythm and discover just how much fun teamwork can be!**
REGULAR WEEKLY DRUM & DANCE CLASSES
African dance classes
West African dance and Afro pop classes and events happen weekly on the Sunshine Coast. Live drumming and first time students can grab a deal!
African Drumming Classes
West African drumming classes occur weekly on the Sunshine Coast. Open classes cater for all levels. Every ten weeks students perform at the local Drum, Dinner Dance event.
Would you like to experience our classes?
Every week we gather together and learn West African rhythms on Djembe and West African dance. No experience is necessary and we include videos to keep you moving throughout the week. Are you interested in finding out more about our weekly drum and dance classes in Palmwood? You can join our online community here.
School Drum Packages
We make and sell West African instruments, African Djembes and Dunduns for schools and child care centres around Australia. Why not custom make your own school set with school colours!?
African drumming incursions & dancing incursions for schools, vacation care centres, child care centres and kindergrartens are loads of fun, fast paced and jam packed full of movement fun.
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WHY CHOOSE US?
Australia Wide
FREE DRUM HIRE
No extra fees for drum hire. All students will have access to a West African drum at no extra cost (incursions only).
NO TRAVEL FEES
Experience Rhythm Culture artists all over Australia with no extra travel costs.
PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS
Rhythm Culture artists are trained in African music and culture.
2020/2021 INCURSION CLIENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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TESTIMONIALS
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