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Drum Therapy Training

Drum Therapy Training

Drum therapy is a powerful and dynamic practice that taps into the ancient healing power of rhythm to foster healing and transformation. Frame drums, characterised by their simple, circular shape and rich resonance, are particularly effective in this practice. The repetitive, soothing rhythms produced by these drums can alleviate pain, alter behavioural patterns, and promote a sense of overall well-being.

a drum therapy treatment

Research has shown that drumming can have a profound impact on the body and mind. The rhythmic patterns can synchronise brain wave activity, leading to states of relaxation and focus. Drumming has been found to release endorphins and other neurotransmitters that help reduce pain and elevate mood. By training as a drum therapist, you’ll learn to harness these benefits to help clients achieve physical and emotional relief.

The Role of a Drum Therapist
As a drum therapist your role is to guide clients through rhythmic experiences tailored to their individual needs. You will:

* Assess clients needs: Understand the specific challenges and goals of each client, whether it’s pain management, behavioural change, or emotional healing

* Create rhythmic healing sessions: Use the drum to produce specific rhythms that resonate with the client’s needs, facilitating a therapeutic response

* Support transformation: Provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can engage with the rhythms, allowing for deep relaxation, emotional release, and behavioural shifts.


Course Curriculum
During this course you will study the foundations of sound healing, and the specifics of drum therapy. Our curriculum includes:

* The History of Drums
* Drums as a Treatment Tool
* Therapeutic Rhythms
* Drum Massage
* Drum Journeys
* Drumming the I-Ching

* Anatomy of the Ear
* The Energy System
* Sympathetic Resonance and Entrainment
* The Brain
* Treatment Protocols
* Tasks for Clients
* Contra-indications

frame drum like those used in drum therapy

This course is a blend of in-person teaching, at-home study, coursework and case studies. On successful completion of each part of the course you will be awarded the qualification “Certificate in Drum Therapy”.


Earthtones is an accredited training college with the CMA and the CPD Group.

Your Tutor

This course was written by and is taught by Mahala Gehna PLDipST MCMA. Mahala has been working in sound healing since she first qualified in 2009, when she was the first person in the UK to be awarded the Certificate in Sound Therapy. Since then she has undertaken further training, worked with hundreds of clients and developed treatment protocols. Mahala is also a qualified teacher, and you can be sure of well-written, quality training materials and adaptable teaching methods to ensure you get the best from your course.