Sound Massage Using the Drum

From the earliest times in the Paleolithic era, drums and their rhythms have been at the centre of social and cultural activities worldwide; in fact, it is said to be human beings’ oldest musical percussion instrument. Many cultures worldwide have embraced the drum at some point in their history for healing, meditation, sacred ritual, creating community and celebrations and connecting with the Divine.

What is Drumming Massage? In the simplest terms, it is the sound and vibrations of drumming positioned next to the body. The drum is played close to various parts of the covered body, in varying strengths and tones with the intention of bringing the body into its optimal vibration.

The human body is made up of up to 75% water. Sound travels well in water, so the body is a wonderful medium for sound waves to reach every cell. The powerful tones and vibrations are absorbed by the whole body which results in a shift in energy. This allows for a shift in energetic blockages, releasing tension, pain and stored emotions and allows the mind, body and soul to flow in a more harmonious state. This results in mobilising self-healing, promoting relaxation and creativity.

Never underestimate the power of a drum massage. It has the potential to touch our innermost soul and bring us into alignment. As you bathe in the rhythmic, soothing vibrations of the drum they subtly saturate the body and mind which can enable you to connect you to a very deep place within yourself. A place of inner wisdom, creativity and peace. As a result, an atmosphere of safety and security is created, making it possible to let go.

Drumming Massage helps to induce an Altered State of Consciousness (ASC), a deep trance-like state, akin to deep meditation during which numerous physical and psychological benefits can occur. These can include lowered stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline, lowered blood pressure and heart rate, balanced brain sodium-potassium ratio essential for all body functions, insights and shifts in perspective, feeling more grounded and centred in the body and reduced mental chatter.

The physical vibration in close proximity to the body penetrates deep into the core and pain and tension melt away. Drum Massage can be particularly helpful for pain conditions such as fibromyalgia.

Clients may react differently to the treatment. Some fall asleep during the treatment, some feel wide awake and some feel like they have drifted off to a new level! Following a session, the client can continue to experience the benefits of having been in the meditative state for some time.

Drumming Massage, also known as drum healing, uses sound, energy and vibrations. It helps to unblock the mind (stress, emotions, anger, happiness, clarity etc) and unblock the body (health, tiredness, energy, etc).

This training course aims to give you the confidence to use the drum for helping others

What we will cover:

• Introduction to the principles of Sound Healing
• Brief introduction to the drums – which ones and why
• Techniques of Drumming Massage
• Positioning of the drum
• Sequence of drumming
• Working with intent
• Working with healing energy
• Holding Sacred Space
• Selection of drums and beaters
• Adapting your new skills to incorporate with your existing practice
• Contraindications

This beautiful treatment by sound and vibration can be a great tool to add to your existing skills for gentle but deep release in muscles, fascia, emotional blocks and their related symptoms.

If you are already a therapist you can offer this as a stand-alone treatment or as part of your therapy treatment.

Anyone can attend. This wonderful therapy is available for all to learn and benefit from.

Small group size with individual support and guidance. No drum or experience needed to start although you may find it helpful to have attended Sound Healing using Drumming beforehand.

You do not need to have any prior musical training or special talent. It’s an intuitive practice guided by a positive intention.

You may also find our following courses very beneficial:

• Sound Healing Using Tibetan Singing Bowls
• Sound Healing With Gongs
• Sound Healing Using Drumming
• Sound Healing with Tuning Forks and Chimes
• Sound Massage Using Tibetan Bowls
• Candlelit Sound Bath Meditation
• Drum Birthing
• Sound Bath – Crystal Fusion Meditation
• Drumming Circle

Widely accepted by most Professional Bodies. If you are not already registered with a Professional Body and would like to do so here are some useful links – ICGT, CtHA, FHT.

For stand alone insurance Westminster

This hands-on day allows sufficient time to practice the drumming massage techniques under the guidance of the tutor. During the course you will partner up with another therapist and will get the chance to perform the techniques taught as well as being the recipient. As a result you will benefit from understanding and experiencing how the technique should feel.

Duration: 1 day

Tutor: Ruth Hoey – see our MSCM Tutor Page

Course fees include the following:

All class tuition

• A comprehensive course manual
• An MSCM Certificate of Attendance for your professional portfolio
• 5 cpd points
• Use of Drums during the day
• Tea and coffee available throughout the day

To attain the MSCM Sound Healing Diploma you must successfully complete a minimum of 4 of the following workshops within 24 months of each other.

• Sound Healing Using Tibetan Singing Bowls
• Sound Healing With Gongs
• Sound Healing Using Drumming
• Sound Healing Using Tuning Forks and Chimes
• Sound Massage Using Tibetan Bowls
• Sound Massage Using The Drum

plus attend the following at least once.

• Sound Bath Meditation
• Drumming Circle

You may attend a Sound Bath and Drumming Circle locally to you instead of coming to ours – we would just like you to have experienced them.

Once you have finished your final workshop please email us at [email protected] to request your certificate.

There are no case studies, exams or extra fee for this diploma.

Event Venue

Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine, 136 Vaughan Road, Harrow, United Kingdom