Drum Devon is running three six week courses on behalf of the Devon Recovery Learning Community. Explore how world roots, communual drumming can promote personal and social well being. Delve into group drumming and lose yourself in rhythm.
These courses are free to attend in order to support those who have expereince with mental health issues, including family, friends and professionals.
Paignton - Palace Avenue Methodist Church
Introduction: 11:00 - 13:00
Follow on: 13:30 - 15:30
Kingsbridge: Scout Hall
Introduction: 17:30 - 19:00
You will be able to play some fundamental African rhythms with confidence in a safe and secure group setting. Drums are provided or you are welcome to bring your own.
There are a wide range of benefits associated with African drumming including:
- Promotion of personal and social wellbeing.
- Promotion of relaxation and calm, lowering blood pressure and an enhanced sense of wellbeing.
- Aids the reduction of tension and stress by providing a focused form of relaxation much like meditation.
- Emotional release through non-verbal expression.
- Helps to control chronic pain by promoting the production of endorphins.
- Promotion of social wellbeing through the connection with the wider community.