Here are some community drumming events and drum classes in Southern Ontario.
Please reach out to the listed contact for up-to-date details about the event.
West African Drumming Workshop with Master Drummer Amadou Kienou
Location: Avening Community Hall, 3401 County Rd. 42 (Airport Rd.), Creemore
Date: 9:30-4:30, Sept. 19, 2026
Organizer: WARPED
Join a high-energy drumming workshop to develop your technique and take advantage of a rare opportunity to learn not just djembe
patterns, but also traditional and ballet dunduns, in a fun, supportive and community-centred group.
Link to registration form: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://forms.gle/ZGRWp9L8QDFmbQWK8&source=gmail-imap&ust=1788359718000000&usg=AOvVaw27vnbkKa4aXyHkA2zFmXlO
9:30-12:00 Dunun session
12:00-1:00 Lunch (Bring your own.)
1:00-3:30 Djembe session
3:30-4:30 Full ensemble
AM (duns) or PM (djembes & full ensemble): $55
Full Day: $75
Recommended for drummers with some experience.
For Registration Contact: Janet jhayward43@bellnet.ca
Georgina Community Drum Circle
Location: MURC (Multi Use Recreational Complex) 261 Garrett Styles Dr, Georgina, ON L4P 3E9
Date: Sunday, Sept. 20, Oct.18, Nov. 22, Dec. 20 2:00PM to 3:30PM
Organizer: Rhythmic by Nature, Shaw Percussion and the Town of Georgina.
Facilitator: Terri Segal
It's a great opportunity for drummers of all levels to get together and jam.
Cost: Children age 5 & under N/C, children ages 6-14 $5, Ages 14 & up $10 Drums are available and included in the cost
You can drop in, sign up online or call 905-989-3000
Ottawa Drum Circle
Location: Maki House Community Centre, 19 Leeming Dr., Ottawa
Date: Last Thursday of every month, 7 PM
Organizer: Janis Dodd
All levels welcome!
Contact: Janis Dodd, www.facebook.com/groups/678962748787302
WARPED—West African Rhythm Practice Ensemble of Drummers
Location: Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E., Creemore
Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM
Contact: jhayward43@bellnet.ca
Wellness Drumming
Location: Matthews House Hospice, 131 Wellington St. E., Alliston
2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 4-5 PM
Contact: 705-435-7218 Matthews House Hospice
Bond Head Drumming with Jamie Andrews
Location: Bond Head United Church, 4221 Simcoe County Rd. 88, Bradford
Bi-weekly Every second Monday, 7-9 PM
Contact: jhayward43@bellnet.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jembesolutions
Brock Community Health Centre’s Drumming for Health
Location: St. Paul's Anglican Church Hall, 383 Osborne St., Beaverton
Tuesdays, 11 AM-12 PM. Paul Gormley, facilitator
For Details: https://www.brockchc.ca/community-wellness-programs/
Contact: Loretta Fernandes-Heaslip to register. 705-432-3322, ext. 106
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