“JOYFUL RHYTHMS” Drum Circles

Facilitated Drumming for Health and Well-being

Offered year-round in Baywood-Los Osos, CA and various locations in San Luis Obispo County. Visitors to the beautiful central coast of CA are welcome!

Public and custom private events!

Our drumming circles are designed for bringing people together to discover the transformative power of rhythm and connection through creative play. The emphasis is on having FUN!

The plus side is – it’s oh so GOOD for you! Participating in a drumming circle promotes a wealth of therapeutic and holistic health benefits encompassing physical, cognitive, mental, emotional, and social dimensions of well-being.

The magic and power of rhythmic beats and being part of a community circle helps us align and connect more deeply to ourselves, to one another, and to the rhythms of the natural world around us in a way that brings profound joy, peace, and healing. It’s good vibrations for the heart, body, and soul.

Come experience the joy of drumming and rhythms in community.

Absolutely NO previous musical/drumming experience is necessary, even if you think you have no rhythm! If you have been curious about a drum circle but were afraid to try, now is your chance to explore in an accepting and non-judgmental atmosphere!

In our facilitated drum circles we’ll explore rhythms in a playful way through guided activities, along with opportunities to be spontaneous and creative! I will be your facilitator but everyone contributes to the whole experience. The activities are based on an integrated model of evidence-based practices found to promote well-being.

Caution – exposure to drumming may cause sudden outbursts of laughter, joy, creativity, and positive energy so attend at your own risk!!

- - Seriously, drum circles are a fun way to reduce stress and boost your mood.
  - Music, and in particular drumming, is a rhythmic and motor activity that stimulates the brain and enhances cognitive functions, including memory.
  - Drumming can be a wonderful way to explore, discover, or wake-up your creative side and express yourself without fear of judgment. There are no mistakes!
  - The resonant beats of a drumming circle are more than just musical notes; they can represent a tapestry of emotions, cultures, and personal expression.

Come gather and play with us!

Our circles are a great way to meet new people and find out that we have more in common than we realize! According to the Bamana people of West Africa, the djembe drum was named from the saying “Anke djé, anke bé” which roughly translates to “Everyone gather together in peace”.

- - Bring a drum if you have one (*Please note instruments with TONES, such as handpan drums, are NOT suggested for this event.) Percussion instruments such as rattles and shakers welcome, too!
  - No drum? No worries! Extra drums available!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Adults only at this time! Visitors to the area are welcome!

Youth and family programs coming later!

I’ll say it once again – absolutely NO previous musical/drumming experience is necessary, even if you think you have no rhythm!

If you have been curious about a drumming in a drum circle but were afraid to try, now is your chance to explore in an accepting and non-judgmental atmosphere!

All levels of experience are welcome.

Keep scrolling for our upcoming dates and registration links!

WHERE and WHEN?

We have new locations and dates being added all the time.

Pre-registration is required for all upcoming circles. Space is limited.

Dates and times subject to change. If you register you will be notified.

“Joyful Rhythms” Facilitated Drum Circles

Monthly circles – dates vary. WUp until now we have been play at “The YOUniversity” in Baywood-Los Osos, CA (my home) my home in Baywood-Los Osos on my back deck circled around a fire pit. (If the weather is too cold or wet we play inside.) We are beginning to add additional locations in San Luis Obispo County so be sure to note the location of each event!

- - Check out our special event for Earth Day coming Sunday April 21.

Request a Facilitated Drum Circle for your Group / Organization or special occasion! > CLICK HERE <

Dee DiGioia is founder of “Mindful Kindful YOUniversity” in Baywood-Los Osos. She is a Drum Circle Facilitator, Sound Healing Practitioner, and Mindfulness & Life Skills Guide for Well-being through Nature Connectedness. Dee has offered mindfulness, sound healing, and well-being programs since 2017. She offers skills and practices to help others navigate and flow through life moment to moment in a healthy, balanced, and positive way for mental and physical health and well-being. Following a heart’s calling to take up drumming in the summer of 2023, Dee began offering drum circles and has had drum facilitation training through “Rhythm 2 Recovery” and Jim Donovan’s Leadership Training. She is currently expanding her circles to other organizations across SLO County who are interested.