Women’s Drum & Dance Weekend

Get out of your head. Bring rhythm, confidence, and soul into your life!

The Women’s Drum & Dance Weekend is an urban retreat which blends African drumming, dance, and community. Because WDDW is held in an intimate group setting, it is limited to 10 lucky women. If you’re craving a chance meet like-minded women in a supportive community, connect with your inner strength, and burn calories—this is an event you won’t wanna miss!

During WDDW, you’ll have the chance to:

  • Challenge your inner critic and leave self-doubt behind
  • Slow down your mental chatter and speed up relaxation
  • Tone your arms through hand drumming and get a full body workout through dance
  • Learn how to play the djembe drum in an intimate environment without feeling like you’re screwing up
  • Counteract burnout by engaging your mind, body, and spirit
  • Connect with like-minded women and be part of a supportive social circle

You can take all that energy, confidence, and bliss back to your biz, work, or boudoir.

 
 

What WDDW ladies have to say

 

If you are reading this and dream of having your womanhood celebrated with Michelle as I did in Asheville, I encourage you to do what you can to make it happen.

During last weekend’s drumming session, I felt a shared sacredness. I felt an unspoken kindredness. I was honored to be taught the same drum beats and the rhythms played by and in celebration of west African women.

Michelle has sweet calmness of a confident leader. She creates a space where participants can let go of inhibitions and self doubt. I felt in sync with myself and the other women there. I want more.

~ Cathy, WDDW Asheville

 

I loved my time at the WDDW! My body was moved, my spirit was lifted and my soul sang.

It was the perfect combination of love, support, fun and laughter. Good food, perfect location and time that focused on my growth and development. Who could ask for anything more.

~ Desiree Adaway, WDDW Asheville

 

 

Next WDDW:  Sept 22-23 in Asheville, North Carolina

Women's Drum & Dance WeekendSaturday, Sept 22: African drumming with Michelle Currie

Time & Place: 1-4pm at Studio Zahiya 

This workshop introduces you to the world of mindfulness and West African rhythms. You will also have the chance to tone your arms, quiet your inner critic, follow your intuition, and amplify your inner power.  No drumming experience is required.

You may be familiar with djembes from drum circles, African drumming is very different from a drum circle.

Most, if not all, African rhythms come from women but are played and taught by men. This workshop represents a very unique opportunity: learning the djembe and a rhythm for women, from a woman.

 

Post drumming activities: 4-7pm

Group activities or some solitary R&R

Location: TBA

Dinner, drinks, and live music 7pm-?

After resting our hands and our bodies, we’ll go out for some dinner and live music!

Location: TBA

 

Sunday, Sept 23: Get grooving with Leanna Joyner! 

Time & Place: 10am-1pm at Studio Zahiya 

The next session starts with a relaxation exercise enabling us to regroup and refresh. You’ll then be lead through a 2-hour Joyus Groove session with Leanna Joyner.

New to Groove? Here’s a video!


Do you want to find clarity, bring joy into your life, and be part of a soulful community?

Join the priority list, and you’ll be the first to grab your spot!

Registration starts June 1

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Please note that Women’s Drum & Dance tickets are non-refundable and missed workshops cannot be exchanged for other classes or products.

If you have an injury or condition that may prevent you from fully participating in the drumming workshop, please email me.