Date and Time and Location:
Sunday January 18, 2026
10 am - 6 pm. at The Sound Journey Store in Beamsville Ontario, Canada
Who Can Take This Course?
This course is open to both the general public and to students of the Rooted in Sound Academy
Number of Credit Hours for School of Sound Students
This course is worth 8 hours of electives towards Rooted in Sound Academy elective hours. If you take this course and then decide to join School of Sound at a later date, you will be credited these hours.
Course Description
This 8-hour workshop is designed to equip participants with the skills to facilitate engaging and transformative drum circles. You will learn how to create a safe and supportive environment for musical exploration, community building, and healing. Whether working with drums, flutes, or a combination of instruments, this class will teach you how to guide participants through rhythmic and melodic exercises that encourage connection, expression, and relaxation.
Course Objectives
- Understand the principles of facilitation for drum circles, creating an inclusive and healing environment.
- Learn techniques for guiding group rhythms and melodic play using drums and flutes.
- Explore how to integrate breathwork and intention into the circle to deepen the meditative and healing experience.
- Develop strategies for encouraging creative expression and community connection through music.
- Practice leading improvisational exercises that allow participants to explore rhythm and melody.
- Learn how to structure a drum circle session to accommodate varying skill levels and group dynamics.
- Gain confidence in using rhythm and melody to facilitate emotional release, relaxation, and group harmony.
By the end of this workshop, you will have the tools and confidence to lead drum or flute circles that inspire connection, creativity, and healing.
Who can take electives?
You do not need to be registered as a student for Rooted in Sound Academy in order to take any of our elective classes. Everyone is open to taking our electives. If, after taking an elective, you decide to join the Foundational Diploma Program, credits earned will be applied towards your 24 hours of elective requirements.
Meet your Instructors
Denise Blaney
With a lifetime immersed in music, I hold a university degree in Theory, Composition, and Music History, and bring over 30 years of experience teaching music in elementary schools. She has led hundreds of drum circles for both children and adults. Her journey took an exciting turn when she discovered crystal singing bowls, which led her to explore the world of Sound Practitioners. After hundreds of hours of training with leading experts and over 1,000 hours of research, she has become dedicated to providing education that cuts through marketing hype, myths, and misinformation. Her teaching approach makes complex concepts accessible and enjoyable for non-musicians. Whether you need guidance in selecting the perfect instruments or finding the right sounds for your needs, she is there to help.
LOCATION
Location is at the Sound Journey Store in Lincoln (Beamsville), Ontario, Canada L3J 2C8. We will send you the exact address once you are enrolled.
We are 35 minutes from Niagara Falls. 1 hour from both Toronto and from Buffalo NY. We live on a beautiful wine route on the top of the Niagara Escarpment, so if you are planning on travelling, you may with to add a few days to your trip and enjoy our area.
ACCOMODATIONS
Here are links to accommodations in the area. There are several Air B&Bs in walking distance. Air B&B and VRBO, Home To Go and Vacation Renter
AIRPORT
The Closest airport is Hamilton which is 30 minutes away . The next two airports are Toronto, Ontario, Canada and Buffalo NY, USA. Both airports are 1 hour away.
SHOPPING IN THE STORE
Participants are welcome to make purchases at the Sound Journey Store before or after training. If you would like a private consultation, we suggest you book the day before or after class to accommodate for more time.
Refund Policy
Our workshops typically sell out quickly. Therefore, we can only offer a refund on tickets if we can fill your spot with someone from the waitlist. Please note that if you cancel at the last minute, it may be difficult for us to find a replacement. Additionally, if you purchase a ticket and do not attend, no refund will be available.
Refund policy
PRODUCTS: We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase, we are happy to work with you to find the perfect item.
If for some reason you are not happy, please call us within 30 days.
If, within the 30 days, you want to exchange an item we will give you full credit towards other products. However, If you wish to do a full return, there is a 15% restocking fee. The item must be returned in the same condition you purchased it.
Shipping is at your expense. It must arrive to us in the same condition as when it was shipped out. Once we have received your returned item, and have inspected it, we will issue a a refund minus the restocking fee and any costs that we incurred to ship the instrument to you.
WORKSHOPS: Our workshops typically sell out quickly. Therefore, we can only offer a refund on tickets if we can fill your spot with someone from the waitlist. Please note that if you cancel at the last minute, it may be difficult for us to find a replacement. Additionally, if you purchase a ticket and do not attend, no refund will be available.
Shipping Rates
We are shipping from Ontario, Canada.
Please see our FAQ for shipping rates and information.
