"Embracing diversity, building community...one drum beat at a time."
Drumming as a Healing Tool
Deep within the essence of who we are there's a sound, a vibration, an emanation that expresses life from every cell. It resonates in harmony with all living creatures -- an inner voice ready to emerge as a vital heartbeat that inscribes a personal signature. The rhythm of life is a symphony -- the expression of our soul revealed by the conductor within.
Our unique voice resounds through the way we choose to live. When we connect with each other and extend ourselves to one another, we share our gift. When our hands connect with a drum that vibrates with our energy, vitality, emotion, exhilaration, hope, sensitivity, giving, sharing and unity, we become whole again. For music gets through where words do not pass, when barriers separate us and when the odds are against us. It uplifts us when hopelessness darkens each day, when communications break down, when we yearn for common ground and when we need each other the most
Fitness never felt like so much FUN!
No wrong beats, no wrong moves!
Drum4Health provides Remo HealthRHYTHMS rhythm-based drumming activities and FitRhythms™ fitness programs throughout Western New York. All that is required for either program is the desire to have fun
No drum? No problem! Percussion instruments are provided by Drum4Health
FitRythms™
"It is so much fun you will hardly believe it is fitness!"
FitRhythms™ is non-competitive, non-intimidating fitness program that fosters community, creativity, fitness and wellness through the process of dance and group music making. It is so much fun you will hardly believe it is fitness!
This revolutionary new workout created by Paulo Mattioli combines the proven mind/body benefits of group drumming and dance into an exciting and uplifting workout. It's a fun, full-body, rhythmical workout in which anyone of any age, gender or fitness level can successfully participate.
FitRythms™ is safe, non-competitive, yet challenging for all fitness levels because it is a self paced and non-intimidating. FitRythms™ fosters relationships that build retention and long-term success! It burns more calories than hiking, cycling, tennis and weight training! Best of all, FitRythms™ encourages self-expression through an entertaining, non-intimidating, interactive group process!
Psycho-social: Provides sense of community, belonging and support
Spiritual: Uplifting program promotes a positive attitude and personal growth
Immune System: Group drumming & movement promotes healthy immune function
Who can participate?
All that is required to successfully participate in FitRhythms™ is a willingness to share your rhythm, dance and essence in a way that supports the group experience. There are no steps or rhythms to learn and no performance pressure. It is safe yet challenging for all fitness levels because it is self-paced. The benefits of FitRhythms™ can enhance your life on many levels
Current Classes: Wednesdays 9:30-10:15 am
Sanborn Fire Hall Buffalo St Sanborn NY
Open admission $1.00/class
Wednesdays 11:00-11:45 am
Town of Tonawanda Senior Center Ensminger Rd Tonawanda,NY
pre-register only
Get your blood circulating, your body moving, and make some new friends!
DRUM CIRCLES
The quest for Well Being begins by discovering your personal rhythm ...
"...it's not about teaching you to play the drum, it's about inviting, allowing and encouraging your inner drummer to play." Carolyn Zimmermann Facilitator of creativity and self expression
HealthRHYTHMS is an evidence-based group drumming program that uses proven health strategies and music -making for wellness outcomes. HealthRHYTHMS drum circles build community, self esteem, creativity and a sense of well being through a facilitated process of recreational music making using hand drums and percussion instruments. The program offers unique activities that combine proven health promoting strategies including self-expression, group support, nurturing, exercise, stress reduction and, of course, music making
Drumming connects the rhythm of our own heartbeat to the rhythm and heartbeat of the earth. A drum circle offers a setting in which there is a level playing field for everybody
Drum circles build community, self-esteem, creativity and a sense of well-being. When our hands connect with a drum we express energy, vitality and emotion. As we extend ourselves to one another, we share our gift. Exceptional becomes achievable! Group drumming is; empowerment, enjoyment, opportunity, exercise, rhythm, mastery, mystery, enlivening, nurturing and transcendence
We provide the drums and facilitation. Your group creates the music!
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Professional
Team Building
Conference Presentations
Professional Development
Meetings
Company Celebrations
"Thank You! You gave us the perfect gift. Our evening of drumming was calming and exhilarating at the same time. ...reinforcing the great cathartic elements of group therapy, community, connection, right and left brain stimulation, support and self expression to name a few. I appreciate the time that you provided for us and hope you could see how much it was enjoyed and valued. Thanks again for helping us move through our healing." D.M.McMullen, L.C.S.W.
Wellness
Caregiver/Staff Training
Retreats
Special Needs
Senior Centers
Nursing Homes/Adult Day Care
"It gets our people stimulated,...even the most confused person can drum simple rhythms...the inclusive nature of the circle is an aspect appealing to many...it boosts people's self esteem, as well as make them feel unified because everyone can participate." M.M. - DeGraff Adult Day Care - NorthTonawanda, NY
Schools
Classrooms
Assemblies
Teacher Training
Camps
"...thank you for the wonderful program that you provided for the Kids of the Kingdom Summer Camp. As I stood in the doorway and watched the children drumming, I felt so good about what they were experiencing. When I asked one of the children what she liked best about the day she said,"Playing the drums! We each had a drum to play and it was really awesome!" D.L. - St. Luke's Mission of Mercy
Community/Recreational
Church Groups
Celebrations
Family Event
Ongoing Classes
Festivals
"I enjoyed the drum circle so much. It's been awhile since I smiled that much. Thank you for sharing your gift and talent to all of God's children. God bless you." C.R. - Lancaster, NY
Call Carolyn Zimmermann today to enjoy a Health RYTHMS Drum Circle created especially for your group, classroom or organization 716-876-4323 716-491-0031 fax: 716-876-4323 e-mail: whymehouse@juno.com or Carolyn@drum4health.net
About Carolyn Zimmermann ...
Carolyn Zimmermann is a creativity and self-expression facilitator using drums an an expressive mediium. She is endorsed as a HealthRythms facilitator. An ordained minister, Carolyn is also a Yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, professional speaker, and offers Raindrop Therapy using essential oils.
Carolyn is the founder and executive director of WHYME House Foundation Inc, a non-profit organization that helps those living beyond a cancer diagnosis to meet new friends, share tea and conversation in a comfortable, safe environment, and learn about blended therapies such as Reflexology, Yoga, essential oils, Reiki, drumming, meditation and more. WHYME House strives to educate and provide experiential opportunities so that you can make informed decisions on therapies that may enhance your traditional medical treatment.
