Drum Making Workshops

WHAT'S ON FOR 2010

All our workshops are available for group bookings or one on one appointments. All drum materials are supplied for you. All drums hoops are made from solid cedar.

This page lists workshops to be held at our premises in the Penrith area and workshops organised by third parties at alternative venues. Each drum workshop is completed within one (1) day starting at 9am.

If you want to make a drum you don't have to wait for a workshop to be posted on this page. You can phone for a one on one appointment at our place or organise your own group/s and we'll come to you. Scroll down to read on for further information then feel free to contact us if you have any questions you would like clarified regarding our drum workshops.

    Choose between:
  • Native American style drums 15" x 3"deep
  • Siberian Style Oval Shaman drums 20"long x 16"wide

Prices for drums made during our workshops are set at the same price as a finished drum made by us. We charge no extra for our teaching during the workshop. Fuel charges may be applicable to group bookings at alternative venues depending on location.

Native American Style Drum Workshops

Lay-bys Welcome

All our Native American Style drums are made using solid cedar hoops and genuine rawhide processed by Wolf Drums. The image on the right is an example of what you will be making.

    All drums include:
  • a free leather head drum beater,
  • a written lifetime guarentee valid world wide,
  • and instructions for care.

For workshops we offer 6 different lacing styles to choose from for Native American Style drums. Select from the list below:

Wolf Drums 4-Direction Lacing Style
4 direction
Wolf Drums 6-Direction lacing style
6 direction
Wolf Drums 8-Direction Lacing Style
8 direction
Wolf Drums Arrow Head Lacing Style
Arrow Head
Wolf Drums Whirlwind Lacing Style
Whirlwind
Wolf Drums Starburst Lacing Style
Star Burst

Rawhide options - based on availability
  • Deer
  • Elk
  • Horse - currently unavailable
  • Kangaroo - limited supply
  • Goat
NOTE: When wanting to organise your own group booking for a drum workshop, please contact us for availability of hides and dates. Please give us at least three (3) months notice prior to booking in a drum workshop. If you have questions please contact us.

Schedule of Workshops

April 2010 - Mount Tamborine Drum Making Workshops - Two Workshops

Sheena from "Angel Essence House ®" is organising two (2) drum making workshops with Wolf Drums on the weekend of April 17th and 18th 2010.
Cost:$310 for 15" x 3"deep or 16" x 2.5"deep Native American Style drum, or
$420 for 20" x 16" Siberian Style drum.
All prices are inclusive of materials and overheads.
Details: Download information flyer
Date:April 17th and 18th 2010.
Deposits:$100 deposit per person payable to Sheena upon booking no later than Saturday 20th March 2010.
Balance:Balance is due on the day of the workshop unless prior arrangement has been made for lay-by.
Start Time:Arrive 8.45am for 9am start.
Location:Angel Essence House®
94 Eagle Heights Road, Eagle Heights,
Mount Tamborine QLD 4721.
Bookings:Contact Sheena on 0402 504 415 or email Sheena.
Note:
Each person in the workshop will be provided with a free leather head drum beater, a written lifetime guarentee valid world wide, and instructions for care.

May 2010 - Penrith Drum Making Workshop

Wolf Drums is organising a drum making workshop in Cambridge Park (Penrith area). This is a one day event during which you can make your own personal medicine drum for healing or meditation.
Cost:$290 for 15" x 3"deep or 16" x 2.5"deep Native American Style drum, or
$400 for 20" x 16" Siberian Style drum.
All prices are inclusive of materials. Tea and coffee are provided. Please bring your own lunch as cooking facilities are not provided. We are 5 to 10 minute walk to the shops and a lovely Cafe.
Date:Saturday 29th May 2010.
Deposits:$100 deposit per person. Due by Saturday 1st May 2010. Late bookings will also be accepted at the Sydney MBS Festival from 13th to 16th May.
Balance:Balance is due on the day of the workshop unless prior arrangement has been made for lay-by.
Start Time:Arrive 8.45am for 9am start.
Location:Cambridge Park (Penrith) NSW Australia. Phone 02 4731 1019 to book in and arrange payment or if you have any enquiries.
Bookings:Contact Graeme or Diane on 4731 1019 or email Wolf Drums.
Note:
Each person in the workshop will be provided with a free leather head drum beater, a written lifetime guarentee valid world wide, and instructions for care.

September 2010 - Huntingdale VIC Drum Making Workshops - Two Workshops

Anthony and Jane from "Bridging Realms" is organising two (2) drum making workshops with Wolf Drums on the weekend of September 18th and 19th 2010.
Cost:$325 for 15" x 3"deep Native American Style drum,
$345 for 16" x 3"deep Native American Style drum,
$435 for 20" wide x 16" long Siberian Style oval drum, or
$485 for 22" wide x 18" long Siberian Style oval drum.
All prices are inclusive of materials, overheads and refreshments.
Details: Download information flyer
Date:September 18th and 19th 2010.
Deposits:$100 deposit per person payable to Anthony and Jane upon booking. Due Saturday 7th August 2010.
Balance:Balance is due on the day of the workshop unless prior arrangement has been made for lay-by.
Start Time:Arrive 8.45am for 9am start.
Location:2 Vernon Street, Huntingdale VIC 3166
Bookings:Contact Anthony and Jane on 0407 181 701 or email Anthony and Jane.
Note:
Each person in the workshop will be provided with a free leather head drum beater, a written lifetime guarentee valid world wide, and instructions for care.



Siberian Style Shaman Drum Workshops

These workshops allow you to make your own Siberian Style oval shaman drum. These are traditionally oval shaped drums covered with either deer or horse hide.

For workshops we offer them in one size using steam bent cedar hoops and genuine rawhide processed by Wolf Drums.

    All drums include:
  • a free leather head drum beater,
  • a written lifetime guarentee valid world wide,
  • and instructions for care.

Available Options for Siberian Style Oval Shaman Drums
Sizes Available
  • 20" x 16" oval
Rawhide options - based on availability
  • Deer
  • Horse - currently unavailable
  • Goat
  • Other hides may be offered for these drums from time to time.

NOTE: When wanting to organise your own group for a drum workshop, please contact us for availability of hides and dates.

Schedule of Workshops

We are currently scheduling our calender of events and workshops for 2010. If you would like to book a group workshop for Siberian Style drums, contact us as early as possible.

Further Information

    General Information

  • Depending on location, we suggest you bring a packed lunch as cooking facilities may not be available. Tea and coffee is usually provided.

  • All workshops are completed within one day.

  • Species of hide selected are specific to each workshop. We will not mix hides. The choice of hides depends on availablity. For workshops we primarily use red deer, fallow deer, and horse. Kangaroo and Elk are not as readily available, but are still used in workshops. Bison is not currently available for workshops.

    Payments for All Workshops

  • Deposits are due on the date specified for each workshop to guarentee your placement. Deposits paid by workshop participants are non-refundable but transferrable if you are unable to attend.

  • Where no deposits have been received the workshop can be re-booked or cancelled. We will not chase up late payments.

  • The final balance is due on the day of the workshop. We accept layby if you wish to pay your drum off - please discuss this with Graeme or Diane as early as possible. Where workshops have been organised outside the Sydney metro area, travel charges will be added to the cost of each drum.

  • If you've paid your deposit but can't attend the workshop? For participants who have paid their deposit but are unable to attend our workshop due to unforeseen circumstances you may choose to transfer the deposit to another Wolf Drums workshop or purchase a product from Wolf Drums at an equal or greater value, with the difference payable at time of purchase.

    One on One Workshops

  • One on one workshops are available by appointment. Please phone us to book in a workshop at a mutually convenient date. As with group bookings you have the option between Native American or Siberian Style drums. One on one workshop are held at our location in Penrith starting at 9am. Please note cooking facilities are not available, however tea and coffee are provided.

    Organising Your Own Drum Workshop

  • If you would like to organise your own group for a drum workshop with us at an alternative venue, please contact us to discuss your options. Once deposits have been paid, the choice of hoop and hide are final.

  • For Interstate workshops we ask for a minimum of two workshops over one weekend. We require Six (6) to ten (10) people per workshop. We are prepared to travel just about anywhere in Australia for drum workshops, so please discuss the details with us prior to making a booking.

Testimonials

"Thank you for an amazing workshop. The sharing of wisdoms and support for the creation process, all done in a sacred setting enabled me to bring to life my drum. Your lifetime guarantee on the drum reflects on the quality and care you put into each workshop, ensuring that I can connect and feel the drums soothing heartbeat for many years to come."
- Margaret (Seven Hills Workshop) May 2009

"Thank you both for such a magical, powerful and peaceful day. I not only learnt how to make a drum and met 3 amazing people, I got a lot personally out of the experience – Thank you."
- Natalie (Penrith Workshop) September 2009
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