Group Drumming in Central Florida with Christine Dassow, LMHC, NCC, ADHD-CCSP

For virtual group experiences, see the Online Workshops page. Also, call me to inquire about either experience at 321-415-0832.

What is Group Drumming?

Group drumming has been around forever.

Literally.

Drums are the oldest instrument on earth so all cultures have had a connection to drumming with intentions to heal, for musical pleasure, for communication, and more.

I’m a trained drumming facilitator from Remo HealthRHYTHMS, which is a research-based group drumming program used in a variety of settings for a specific goal, such as group cohesion or stress release. See further down the page for other topics, but the list is endless and up to your imagination.

How Does Group Drumming Work?

I adapt the empowering HealthRHYTHMS protocol to your facility’s needs, bring the drumming and percussion accessories for up to 75 people, and we spend 60-90 minutes together, building a cherished time in a safe and supportive environment. All you need to do is provide the room and chairs as well as set up and clean up time for me. I take care of the rest!

During the drumming protocol, I include wellness breathing and stretching, guided imagery, rhythmic games, and of course will use my group drumming facilitator skills throughout our time. We’ll have a percussion discussion while experiencing both depth and lightness together.

Want to know more about drumming benefits? Of course you do!

Here’s the scoop—we ARE music and rhythm, therefore no thinking or musical experience is needed for group drumming; just doing. Humans have natural rhythm in our heartbeat, breathing, walking, and rocking. You can’t play a drum wrong. So let’s play!

Just look at all the research-based benefits of drumming:

Emotional:

• Increased happiness and relaxation- drumming releases endorphins
• Reduces depression, stress, and anger- physically hitting the drums helps you drum out your emotions
• Increases confidence and self-esteem

Cognitive:

• Can improve attention, concentration, memory, and motivation

Physical:

• Boosts immunity- increases natural T-cells which help fight cancer and viruses
• Helps control chronic pain- through increase in endorphins, which act like a natural painkiller

Spiritual:

• Integrates mind, body, and spirit in a creative and personal expression of self
• Creates a sense of connection to others- you get feedback from others
• Creates mindfulness of the present moment
• Assists in finding your voice

I hope you’re as excited as I am right now because I want to come to your space in Central Florida and help your group achieve your specified goal. Here’s a little more…

Who Benefits from Group Drumming?

You and your organization! (I think you know that by now, though.)

I’ve used my drumming facilitation skills as a licensed mental health counselor since 2016 with adults and for a variety of reasons…and I want to work with your group! Being a therapist in addition to a drumming facilitator allows so much more for your group—enhancing the time together because I know how to validate, empathically listen and respond, and I have 24 years of experience in group facilitation skills for a plethora of concerns.

Here’s a quick glimpse of one group drumming experience in the college setting below, plus a picture of another group of students. I have more media clips/articles and research on drumming to provide upon request.

Yup, that’s me in the yellow, having a great time.

Where Can We Drum Together?

Finally, let’s chat about your organization in the Orlando Central Florida area. I can provide you with the HealthRHYTHMS group drumming protocol in your workplace, club, college/university, nursing home, rehabilitation facility, hospital, and more. Let’s talk on the phone or through email to figure out how to best fit your needs. You can tell me what your desired topic is and what you hope to achieve with our time together so your group has the best experience possible, but here’s some example areas to get your wheels turning:

• Stress reduction/stress management
• Conquering workplace burnout
• Self-esteem building
• Developing unity and community/team building
• Coping with a loss
• Improving communication
• Enhancing self-care and well-being
• Breaking down barriers/building diversity acceptance

When Can We Talk?

I want to talk with you by phone or email today! Let me come to you and give you the in-person empowerment experience you won’t forget. Fill out the contact form below and we can get the process started. So let’s feel the roar and the start the rumbling rhythm together today! Talk to you soon.

*Cost will be determined on time requested and distance. All group drumming is provided in the Orlando Central Florida area.

Call me at 321-415-0832 or fill out the form below to inquire about Central Florida group drumming.

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