The following activities are all presented under the supervision of our professional facilitators and therefore no previous experience is necessary:

Dancing, singing and rhythms - Music is the pivotal core around which African communities are structured.

Interactive Drumming Session

Drums have been played in Africa for thousands of years. So what better way of exposing your clients to the rich enjoyment and fulfilling experience of African drumming, than by giving them each a hand crafted Djembe drum to play.

Our various sessions are designed and led by a team of dynamic young facilitators who put emphasis on building spirit and team work in the group. The event is started with a cacophonous rumble to show the guests the chaotic possibilities of not working together. Only then do we build them level by level, until they are beating out thunderous African rhythms as a group.

Another aspect of our performance is African singing, there is a great unifying power in getting the group as a whole to sing, but with a twist, we teach them tonal melodies as well as traditional African songs.The interactive drum experience is the perfect way to add dimension to your conference opening, break away time or bush braai (barbecue).

Our session lasts for about an hour and depending on the group size it will be facilitated by between two and five percussionists. We also offer seminars with the idea of being able to offer the client a more wholesome drumming experience. This is where we go into more detail about the history and cultural importance of drumming as well as all the fun of learning to play this wonderful instrument.

interactive Gumboot Dancing Session

Gumboot Dancing is a hallmark of traditional South African mining culture; it originated in the gold mines of Johannesburg, deep down in the shafts. The miners used the sounds of stepping together, smacking their boots, clapping their hands and dancing together to create a gumboot dance rhythm to distract them from the long treacherous hours beneath the ground and to operate as a team.

So where better to learn this than right here in the heart beat of the Mining industries.

Interactive gumboot dancing unleashes energy to any event. We provide each person with a pair of gumboots and within a few minutes with our team’s help, the group will be grooving and stamping together. Delegates to bring along their own socks.

Combination Drums & Gumboot

Your team will be divided into two separate groups. The sequence will be taught to the delegates. One group learning drumming the other learn the gumboot dancing. In the end they will work together as a whole, performing their own "industrial theatre".

Marimba Band

This 5-piece ensemble is a stunning way to keep guests entertained during a bush braai or gala dinner. The band consists of three professionally hand made Marimbas (traditional xylophones).These are made of wood and give an incredible “earthy” sound. Very African, very good. Accompanying the marimbas are two percussionists who provide the pulsating beats to which the band plays a range of African music.

From traditional African melodies, Reggae, Jazz as well as some of our own unique compositions, this is a great way to experience Africa’s vibrant musical culture. The session lasts about one hour and is punctuated by song and drum performances. We can also split the session to allow for some variance in the program. By prior arrangement we can also increase the band size from five, to up to ten performers.

Percussion Band

Our famous percussion band can either be a stand-alone event to welcome guests to a venue or function. Or it can form part of the event as a whole. We use a variety of different drums and instruments, including the West African Djembe, the Dun-Dun (bass drum), the Conga drum, as well as Bongo’s, Cowbells, Tambourines and much more. This pulsating spectacle of rhythm and power is presented by five percussionists, although through prior arrangement we can increase the band size.

The session usually lasts for about twenty minutes and can be broken up into smaller, more high-impact performances. This event could be used as background entertainment or as part of a full performance line-up.

African Tribal Dancing

The power and majesty of African dance... Throughout the ages, dance has been one of the most fundamental expressions of African vibrancy and creativity. The reasons are simple, Dance uplifts and energizes the community. Dance invigorates and prepares the warriors for battle, and above all dance bridges the gap between the ancient and modern. It keeps the stories and legends alive for the generations yet to come. Our dance troupe is an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional. We pride ourselves on developing and delivering on what is undoubtedly Africa’s finest heritage. The performers are local, dynamic young men and women who perform both their own Tswana dances as well as the more mainstream Zulu shows. Contemporary African dance is included as it gives our performers freedom to experiment and developed as artists.

The troupe is between six and eight members strong, as well as a percussionist. The spectacle is best complimented by our Marimba band but it works well as a stand alone event i.e. welcome band, fringe or main performance.

Music is the pivotal core around which African communities are structured. Together with our tribal dancers and marimba band you can learn the art of dancing, clapping and singing rhythms, while you celebrate the privilege to be part of the human race.

Traditional Dancing & Marimba Combo

This exciting entertainment combination will entertain you and your guests with the wonderful sounds of Africa. Begin the evening with traditional tribal dancing and singing incorporating many elements from all the South African cultures like Zulu Stick Fighting and Gumboot Dancing. Artists from the local community, brilliantly perform this exhibition. The melodic sounds of our Marimba Band will complete any bush boma under the African stars.

The Drumming Co. can tailor this experience to your specific group needs and ensure an unforgettable dining experience. Together with our tribal dancers and marimba band, you will be introduced to the art of dancing, clapping and singing rhythms, while you celebrate the privileged to be part of the human race. This presentation of truly African music will wow any local or overseas visitor. Duration of this combo will be +- 2 hrs.

*Please contact us for a detailed quotation based on your group’s specific requirements.

Your final quotation will depend on group size, activities selected as well as your time available to do these, so please feel free to come back to us on the above.

We can give you the assurance that whatever your choice of activities may be, you will have an unforgettable experience in the African outdoors filled with fun and excitement.