What we’re about
Our classes, programs, and events include many drum types and styles of drumming and percussion from around the world along with programs that use the drum for health and healing. Programs are done both at the Center and at other locations that contract with WDC for services. e.g. daycare centers, senior centers, schools, churches.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Friday Drum Circle: Gyils with BrookeWomen's Drum Center, St Paul, MN
Friday Drum Circle: Gyils with Brooke
Join us for our next public drum circle on Friday, September 19 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.A gyil is an African xylophone played with mallets. Brooke will lead the group through a variety of melodies and help you become more comfortable with playing the gyil. This is a perfect opportunity to explore this intriguing, melodic percussion instrument in a fun, easy setting.
All gender identities are welcome.No experience is necessary, and gyils will be provided.
Registration:
Cost: $15
Age: 16+
No experience necessary.
Register here: https://womensdrumcenter.org/events-calendar/drum-circle-gyils-brookeGetting there and accessibility:
Please be prepared to remove your street shoes at the door. You're welcome to bring slippers or non-street shoes to change into upon arrival. We also have a limited supply of clean socks available to borrow. Our no-street shoe policy is designed to protect our new floor for posterity.Our center is located in the basement of the Dow Building; it is accessed by one flight of stairs.
- West African Drumming Level I, All-gender Weekly Drop-in ClassWomen's Drum Center, St Paul, MN
West African Drumming Level I, all-gender weekly drop-in class, Sundays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. with Dan Engebretson.
Beginner to advanced beginner-level class, drums provided.
Cost: $15 per participant per class.
This class is structured to teach basic West African rhythms and techniques while building confidence and understanding of the music. Walk-ins are welcome.
Go to https://womensdrumcenter.org/weekly-classes-levels for more information and to register.
Getting there and accessibility:
Please be prepared to remove your street shoes at the door. You're welcome to bring slippers (with a grip) or non-street shoes to change into upon arrival. We also have a limited supply of clean socks available to borrow. Our no-street shoe policy is designed to protect our new floor for posterity.Our center is located in the basement of the Dow Building; it is accessed by one flight of stairs.
Getting there and accessibility:
Please be prepared to remove your street shoes at the door. You're welcome to bring slippers (with a grip) or non-street shoes to change into upon arrival. We also have a limited supply of clean socks available to borrow. Our no-street shoe policy is designed to protect our new floor for posterity.Our center is located in the basement of the Dow Building; it is accessed by one flight of stairs.
- Drum Basics-weekly drop-in classWomen's Drum Center, St Paul, MN
Drum Basics-weekly drop-in class | Mondays, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enjoy a fun and exhilarating start to your week with Jo Klein by exploring both hand and stick drumming. We'll also have some freestyle drumming on a wide variety of drums in a easy-going setting.Drums are provided, all levels are welcome!
Women and gender expansive folks only.
Walk-ins Welcome.Cost: $15 per class (prepay online or cash/check/Venmo/PayPal at event).
Go to https://womensdrumcenter.org/weekly-classes-levels for more information.Classes do not take place on Labor Day or Memorial Day.
Getting there and accessibility:
Please be prepared to remove your street shoes at the door. You're welcome to bring slippers (with a grip) or non-street shoes to change into upon arrival. We also have a limited supply of clean socks available to borrow. Our no-street shoe policy is designed to protect our new floor for posterity.Our center is located in the basement of the Dow Building; it is accessed by one flight of stairs.
- Hand Drum for Beginners-weekly drop-in classWomen's Drum Center, St Paul, MN
Hand Drum for Beginners, drop-in class, Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. with Bettie Seitzer.
This class is designed to get you started comfortably with the most accessible instruments in the world while having fun in a nurturing community.
For beginners or those who want to revisit the basics. No drumming experience is necessary, drums provided, women-only.
Cost: $15 per participant per class.
Open to women and gender expansive folks only.
Go to https://womensdrumcenter.org/weekly-classes-levels for more information and to register. Walk-ins also welcome.Contact the Women's Drum Center to connect with the instructor and confirm whether classes are held on certain holidays when this class lands on a holiday.
Getting there and accessibility:
Please be prepared to remove your street shoes at the door. You're welcome to bring slippers (with a grip) or non-street shoes to change into upon arrival. We also have a limited supply of clean socks available to borrow. Our no-street shoe policy is designed to protect our new floor for posterity.Our center is located in the basement of the Dow Building; it is accessed by one flight of stairs.
