3-Day Drum Circle Facilitation Training — 24-26 October
Tap into rhythm's power to connect, inspire, and lead your group. Learn facilitation skills to unite, energise, and spark creativity!
Location
Buddhist Wong Cheuk Um Primary School
11 Eastern Hospital Road So Kon Po Causeway Bay, HKI Hong KongRefund Policy
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About this event
- Event lasts 4 hours
Tap Into the Power of Rhythm to Connect, Inspire, and Lead Groups
Immerse yourself in a transformative 3-day drum circle facilitation journey—trusted worldwide for over 40 years!
Whether you’re a teacher, facilitator, team leader, therapist, social worker, music lover, or anyone wishing to bring joyful connection to your group, this comprehensive training offers practical skills, inspiration, and a supportive community. We are all wired to music. Discover—and embody—the power of rhythm, and learn to utilise it to unite people across backgrounds and ages, energise any setting, and spark creativity—no musical experience needed.
No Prior Musical Experience Required
You don’t need to be a musician to tap into the power of rhythm. If you’re curious about leading your group with fresh, creative energy, this is for you.
Why Rhythm Works
Rhythm is accessible to everyone. It taps into something fundamental within us—helping individuals feel present, grounded, and connected. Group rhythm experiences are proven to:
- Build community and create a sense of belonging
- Support emotional expression and stress relief
- Encourage collaboration and highlight the power of teamwork
- Inspire leadership, trust, and positive group dynamics
This Course Is For
- School teachers & music educators
- Therapists, social workers
- Team leaders & corporate trainers
- Community and wellness facilitators
- Musicians, performers & music lovers
- Anyone seeking inspiration and new skills
Practical Applications
- Education: Liven up classrooms, improve concentration, and boost morale
- Corporate & Teams: Enhance communication, teambuilding, and creativity
- Therapy & Wellbeing: Support healing, emotional health, and stress release
- Community & Youth: Build bridges, foster inclusion & cultural understanding
- Events & Gatherings: Create engaging, memorable experiences
A Training with Global Impact
Developed by Arthur Hull, founder of Village Music Circles™ (VMC) and pioneer of the modern facilitated drum circle movement, this practical, proven method has empowered more than 15,000 people worldwide over 40 years. Its impact spans communities, schools, wellness, and workplaces across the globe.
Your Trainers
Kumi Masunaga (Drum Jam Hong Kong) and Harshil Filipo Chiostril (Italy) are VMC Global Trainers, offering a combined 40+ years of group facilitation. They will personally guide you every step of the way.Learn more about your trainers on our website.
What to Expect
- 20+ hours of immersive, hands-on learning (24–26 October 2025) in a small, supportive group
- Simple, accessible ways to play drums and percussion—no experience needed
- A full-colour 50-page printed training manual from Village Music Circles (VMC)
- Lifetime access to our private graduates’ Facebook group—ongoing support and global community
- Certificate of completion from Village Music Circles (VMC)
- Research-backed wellbeing benefits
- Greater confidence to design & lead your own rhythm-based sessions
- Tools to create meaningful connection, collaboration, and creativity
- Understanding of group dynamics and universal rhythm principles
- Core facilitation tools: leading, listening, body language, rhythm techniques, and more
"Drums and percussion are the most accessible and enjoyable instruments—your gateway to tapping into the universal wisdom of music."
Sharing Lunch, Building Community
Join our optional communal lunch each day to network and connect!(HK$100/day; simply select as an add-on during registration. HK-style takeaways on Saturday, Japanese bento or sandwiches on Sunday. Drinks included.) Great food, great company!
A True Village Experience—Diversity is Our Power!
At Drum Jam and Village Music Circles (VMC), we believe in the power of a village: learning and growing together with people from all walks of life. We warmly welcome full-time students, seniors, parents with children, VMC training graduates, and more—because we know diversity is our greatest strength. This gathering is enriched by a diverse mix of new faces, returnees, and groups—just like a village, there’s a place here for you.
We offer special discounts and attractive offers for:
- Full-time students
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
- Parents with children
- Group Discount
- VMC training graduates
Price List & Discount Codes
- Early Bird: HK$2,980 (register by 24 September)
- Standard: HK$3,500 (after 24 September)
- Group of 4*: Use code GROUP4 at HK$2,750 each
- Concession: HK$2,500 (full-time students, seniors 65+, persons with disabilities)
- Scholarship: HK$1,750 (apply by 14 September)
- Returnee* (single): HK$2,780
- Returnee* FREE attendance by bringing 3 new students who register Early Bird (Use code VMCFREE)
- Parent + Child – Early Bird: HK$2,980
- Parent + Child – Standard: HK$3,500
*Some of these offers do not appear in the main ticket list. Use the Codes.
**Returnees are those who have attended any VMC Certificate Course anywhere in the world.
Ready to Lead with Rhythm?
Harness rhythm to transform the way your group connects and thrives. Discover practical tools, inclusive methods, and research-backed benefits that empower you to create vibrant, meaningful group experiences—anytime, anywhere.
Secure your spot and bring your group to life!
Hosted by DRUM JAM
For fully detailed information, including modules, daily schedule, trainers' full bio, what you will gain, etc., please visit www.drum-jam.com/vmc.
If any questions, please contact us.
Frequently asked questions
Early Bird HK$2,980 (by 24 Sep), Standard HK$3,500 (after 14 Sep), Group of 4 HK$2,775 each (code GROUP4), Concession HK$2,500, Scholarship HK$1,750 (apply by 14 Sep), Returnee HK$2,780 or Free with 3 new Early Birds (code VMCFREE), Parent+Child same as adult price. Hidden tickets via codes.
Enter your discount code (e.g., GROUP4 or VMCFREE) in the “Discount Code” box at Eventbrite checkout. Discounted tickets (like Group or Returnee Free) are hidden until the correct code is entered.
Yes. All registration and secure payment are done online via Eventbrite. No cash or other payment methods will be accepted on-site or beforehand.
Concession tickets offer a discount for full-time students, seniors aged 65 or above, and persons with disabilities. Please remember to bring your valid ID (student card, senior ID, or disability card) to show at the training reception.
Pay HK$1,750 and submit a short appeal by 14 September. If you’re selected, you’re in! If not, we’ll notify you by 20 September and refund your fee automatically. (No action needed on your part.) If you need help, contact us anytime.
Yes, children aged 7–14 may attend free when accompanied by a registered adult. Spaces are limited, so please register early.
They are people who completed the 3-day VMC certificate course anywhere in the world. We also call them “returnees.”
Returnees are promoted to Level-2 status, unlocking access to advanced training at your own pace, support from experienced trainers, and opportunities to develop your skills and facilitation style. It’s a chance to deepen your practice, grow with the community, and enjoy a transformative weekend.
If you bring 3 new students who register at the Early Bird price, you can attend the training for free using the code VMCFREE. Just register with the code and we’ll contact you after to confirm details. It’s a great way to refresh your skills and share the experience with friends!
Your tickets can be accessed by logging in to the Eventbrite website or mobile app using the email address associated with your order. A link to download your ticket is in the confirmation email. See https://www.eventbrite.hk/help/en-hk/articles/319355/where-are-my-tickets/ for more info.
You can cancel by giving written notice to the organiser at least 7 days before training starts (by 17 Oct 2025) to get a refund. Cancellations after this are non-refundable but tickets can be transferred to someone else by contacting us.
Yes, if the event is cancelled, you’ll be notified promptly and refunded the full ticket price minus Eventbrite’s non-refundable service and processing fees.
Your ticket price includes Eventbrite’s fees, which are non-refundable. Refunds will generally be the ticket price minus those fees (about 5.99%). The organiser covers these fees upfront by adjusting the ticket price.
Organized by
Drum Jam is a Hong Kong-based drumming company, founded in 2001 by Japanese percussionist Kumi Masunaga. All Drum Jam facilitators are genuinely gifted performers and inspirational motivators.
We harness the power of drumbeats, dance and songs, and deliver it to you through a range of inspirational performances and activities.
Over the past 25 years, tens of thousands of people have joined our programmes for corporate team-building, school programmes, community events, wellness programmes for cancer survivors and people with special needs, and celebrations of all kinds.
For more information, please visit our website www.drum-jam.com or our social media (@drumjamhk).