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Schools & Kindergarten Workshops

African drumming workshops that build confidence, cultural understanding, and teamwork, for students of all ages.

Led by experienced facilitators, each session introduces real African instruments, songs, and rhythms, and adjusts to suit different ages and abilities.

Mindfulness and stress-relieving benefits
A physical activity that also supports focus and thinking
Builds communication and social skills

School & Kinder Workshop Options

Single Session

Drumming, dancing and singing, adjusted to fit your request. Our facilitators are experienced performers. We open with a short performance to get everyone excited, then move into teaching African rhythms through drumming and musical games. We finish with question time, so students can ask about the music’s background and culture.

4-Week or Full Term Programmes

Suitable for all ages. Over the programme we build the group, work on technique and timing, add songs, and work towards a high-energy concert. Students learn an instrument, take part as part of a group, and grow in confidence. Performing at the end-of-programme concert gives students a real sense of achievement.

Whole-School Events & Fetes

Bring the whole school together with a drumming session. Popular for assemblies and special events, sessions can be tailored to any group size, from high-energy performances to interactive sessions where students and teachers join in with their own drum.

Enquiries, Quotes & Bookings

Email Us

Tell us about your event and we’ll send you a tailored quote.

We base pricing on your event type, location, group size, duration, and what kind of facilitation you need.

Prefer email? Reach us directly at events@africandrumming.co.nz.

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"It was absolutely amazing and the children haven’t stopped talking about it!!!
I was so impressed by how involved our younger group was and have not seen them so focused through an in-service visit before.
We will definitely be having you back next year!"
Wingate Avenue Children's Cooperative

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"Just wanted to let you know that our students throughly enjoyed our drumming experience. Jess and Mohamed were wonderful with the students - engaging, friendly and encouraging. It was amazing to watch the faces of the students as they participated and were totally immersed in the experience. Some of our special needs. who sometimes struggle with new experiences, absolutely loved joining in and felt successful in playing the drums with their peers."
St Francis Xavier

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"It was absolutely amazing. All the children were engaged, even those who don't have music on the top of their list, or struggle with a different environment.
Kofi and Appiah were brilliant, and got the children on board from the word go. All the other teachers there were blown away, as was I. I also received a lot of positive feedback from the classroom teachers saying how excited the children were when they came back"
St.Anne's Primary

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"This was our second session in 2 years, and it was amazing. Aflah’s passion and energy is contagious, and he had all the students singing, dancing and drumming, even if they’re more shy or quiet. We absolutely love these sessions! Thanks for your help organising, and please pass on our sincerest thanks to Aflah for a truly memorable experience for our students."
Mypolonga Primary School

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"It was just great! Bouba was so good with the kids and challenged them not to give in...which is what I'm working on with them. The energy of the whole class shifted so dramatically from the beginning to the end...it was amazing! He structured it beautifully: drumming/dance and then an informative insight into West Africa and the way of life, traditions...etc."
Hoa Nghiem Primary School

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"The sessions were both amazing. The students got so much out of it and Bouba was an amazing facilitator. He was funny, caring and a great entertainer. We did some writing about it after and the kids produced their best recounts of the year!"
Westall Primary School