“JOYFUL RHYTHMS” Drum Circles
Facilitated Drumming for Health and Well-being
Discover the transformative power of rhythm and connection through creative play in our fun-focused, dynamic drumming circles!
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!
About “Joyful Rhythms” Drum Circle
Join us as we create unforgettable memories filled with rhythm, laughter, and the joy of living life to the fullest!
Our facilitated drum circles weave playful, guided activities with opportunities for free-form exploration. Immerse yourself in a journey of self-discovery and creative expression as you experience the vibrant energy of collective drumming.
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, including relieving stress.
Experience the uplifting energy that resonates through your heart, invigorates your body, and nourishes your soul.
Join or host a “Joyful Rhythms“ Drum Circle!
Embrace the beat:
Rhythm is the heartbeat of life!
Everyone is welcome to join our facilitated drum circles, a space where rhythm, creativity, and joy come alive. The resonant beats of a drumming circle are more than just musical notes – they can represent a rich tapestry of emotions, cultures, and personal expression.
The magic and transformative power of rhythmic beats, as well as being part of a community circle, helps us attune and connect more deeply with life’s energy and the heartbeat within ourselves, with one another, and with the rhythms of the natural world around us.
You’ll find yourself exploring the world of rhythm in a way you never thought possible!
Picture yourself immersed in the pulsating beat of drums, your hands creating rhythms that resonates with your soul. This isn’t just a drum circle – it’s a journey of self-discovery and spontaneous expression!
Facilitated Drumming
Your facilitator, Dee DiGioia, will guide you through this journey. However, the beauty of our drum circles is that everyone contributes to the overall experience. We’re all explorers in this rhythmic adventure!
Note: There’s two main kinds of drum circles. Our “Joyful Rhythms” drum circles are “facilitated” drumming circles where there’s a facilitator who guides the circle through an intentional process, as opposed to a more common known version of community drumming circles which are completely free form and usually improvised and spontaneous with no leader or set structure.
As you merge with the rhythmic beats, you’ll find yourself gaining a profound sense of peace, joy, and a sense of connection through synchrony and entrainment.
Benefits of Participating
Our drum circles are not only fun – they’re also a pathway to well-being. Our activities are based on an integrated model of evidence-based practices found to promote well-being.
Seriously, drum circles are a fun way to reduce stress and boost your mood.
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- Music, and in particular drumming, is a rhythmic and motor activity that stimulates the brain.
- Drumming can be a wonderful way to explore, discover, or wake-up your creative side and express yourself without fear of judgment. In our circle, there are no mistakes!
- The connection to the rhythms and one another fosters a profound sense of joy, peace, healing, and optimistic energy that elevates the spirit, revitalizes the physical being, and nurtures the essence of our being.
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WHO is this for?
From first-time beginners to seasoned percussionists, everyone is welcome to join our facilitated drum circles, a space where rhythm, creativity, and joy come alive.
Adults only at this time! (Youth and family programs coming soon!)
Visitors to the area are welcome!
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! Don’t let that inner critic stop you from trying new things! Attend with an open heart and see what happens!
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”.
Do I need to bring a drum?
Bring a drum if you have one.
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- Percussion instruments such as rattles and shakers welcome, too!
- *Please note instruments with TONES, such as handpan drums, are NOT suggested for this event.
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What if I don’t have a drum?
No drum? No worries! I have plenty of extra drums and rhythm/percussion instruments available to use! (Sometimes people get creative and make their own “drum” from various things!)
Join Us! WHERE? WHEN?
Ready to embark on this rhythmic journey? Join us at our next drum circle and experience the joy of community rhythm-making firsthand.
We have new locations and dates being added all the time – hosted by the YOUniversity or by other organizations.
1- Joyful Rhythms Drum Circles:
Special YOUniversity Event: Friday July 19 – ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION – one year of “Joyful Rhythms” Drum Circles in Baywood-Los Osos!!
Register for a YOUniversity Drum Circle HERE
2- Joyful Rhythms Special Events:
Saturday June 22 / 3 – 3:30ish / Joyful Rhythms Drum Circle Demo at “Queerwood” in Beerwood (Free event)
Additional events/locations in San Luis Obispo County will be added. Some events will be signed up by the host location.
How to learn about our events:
Request a Facilitated Drum Circle for your Group / Organization or special occasion!
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Your Facilitator
Dee DiGioia, founder of Mindful Kindful YOUniversity in Baywood-Los Osos, is a dedicated practitioner and guide in mindfulness, sound healing, and life skills for well-being through nature connectedness. Her expertise as a Drum Circle Facilitator has been honed through extensive training, including programs such as “Rhythm 2 Recovery” with Summer Lall, “Drum Leadership Training” with Jim Donovan, and Arthur Hull of “Village Music Circles”, a pioneer in drum facilitation. Continually advancing her skills in drumming and sound healing, Dee recently transitioned from a full-time role in special education to fully concentrate on expanding her outreach and services promoting health and well-being across San Luis Obispo County.
The YOUniversity offers Drum Circles, Sound Journeys, and Nature Retreats. Find ALL of our events on the Calendar page.
