Whole Life Rhythm
Cultivating Community
Facilitator - Derm - Michael Dermody
Website: https://wholeliferhythm.com/
Email: Info@wholeliferhythm.com
At Whole Life Rhythm, we welcome everyone—no matter your musical background—to jump in and make music together. With drums, shakers, chimes, body percussion, voice and movement, we guide you through hands‐on sessions that bring people closer. From intimate community circles to energizing a company retreat of hundreds, we supply all the instruments and friendly guidance you need. Our goal is simple: help you connect, spark fresh ideas and stay present through the power of shared rhythm.
Our programs fit any age or situation—team-building workshops, school residencies, or specially designed gatherings for seniors and those facing neurological challenges. We’ll even chat about how drumming can boost mood, ease stress and deepen mindfulness. Planning a retreat? Let us craft a rhythm experience on-site in the U.S. or join us at our all-inclusive retreats in Belize’s Botanic Garden. Whether you’re looking for a lively conference opener, a calming evening soundbath or a full-on performance by seasoned drummers, Whole Life Rhythm brings people together through the joy of beating a steady pulse.
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Drumming can help you heal, feel, and deal with life. It’s easy to learn to drum or to play other percussion instruments, allowing participants to enjoy the benefits right away. Scientific studies show the positive effects that rhythm and drumming can have on our health, including lowered blood pressure, strengthening the immune system, more restful sleep, and improved brain function.
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Retreats and Conferences
Whole Life Rhythm makes a great addition to your retreat or conference program. We travel throughout the US and can customize a program to fit your schedule. Or come and visit us in Belize for an all-inclusive retreat offered several times a year.
Drumming Workshops
Looking for something fresh and out of the box for your group? Whether you are looking to have some fun or send a specific message to your participants, Whole Life Rhythm will help you create a program that suits you and leaves your group WOWed! We work with young and old, corporate and community, schools and churches, to design pleasurable programs that leave people feeling inspired and refreshed. All levels of skill can be accommodated.
Rumble in the Jungle
We fell in love instantly with the quiet, peacefulness, slower pace and of course the awesome food of the area and have created an affordable program that would allow people to relax, experience the area in greater depth and learn about the culture while helping sustain the Belize Botanical Garden. We’ve wrapped an immersion program with a rhythmic event-based program in the jungle, an event of a lifetime.
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Rhythmic Events
A “rhythmic event” is a participatory experience in which everyone takes an active part in creating sound and rhythm. More than a drum circle, a rhythmic event can include body rhythm, voices and song, dance and movement, and many additional percussion instruments such as shakers, blocks, rattles, chimes and bells. Whole Life Rhythm provides a large array of instruments to enhance the moment.
Community Drum Circle
A facilitated drum circle can range from a few drummers to an event involving hundreds of people. We can lead your circle or teach you how to start your own. A drum circle is a great addition to conferences, business retreats, church music programs or any get-together!
Social or Church Events
With our help, the thunder of the drums at your church service will surely get the spirit moving. We can teach your folks rhythms to play for any session. If needed, we can lead the group during the service to ensure the desired outcome is achieved.
Corporate
Whether for team building, product rollout, or message delivery, we can provide an appropriate rhythmic program to help you. We have more than 30 years of experience working with large corporations in the industry.
Get Togethers
We can also come and deliver a talk on how rhythm and drumming help individuals. Together, we will go over health topics, such as the benefits of active meditation, de-stressing, relaxation, and enjoyment.
Well-Elderly
70 is the new 50 and we have rhythmic events that are a great way to keep participants fit and active. Our programs provide a fun and participatory environment that creates smiles and a surprising amount of exercise!
Schools
We can design a program for students that is age-specific and helps build musical skills using games, rhythm, and quiet. Your kid’s eyes will light up when they see all the instruments and get a chance to create music without boundaries.
Special Needs
From Autism to Alzheimer's, Stroke and Parkinson's, rhythm is a fantastic way to reach folks with neurological illness. We have worked with such groups to run concurrent programs. Both groups have different needs and require special care and attention.
Recovery
Through our program, we help people find success in learning how to play a hand drum to boost their self-esteem. We create a safe and open-minded environment that allows emotions a chance to release.
Retreats
We travel throughout the US and can customize a program for your retreat. From meditation to sound healing, we can build a program to fit your retreat needs.
Or visit us in Belize Botanic Garden for all-inclusive retreats we offer several times a year. More than just a rumble in the jungle, experience an immersion into Central American culture.
Conferences
Whole Life Rhythm can engage your conference attendees and make their experience memorable! Particularly effective for building community spirit. Need an afternoon wake-up or an evening relaxation program? Put us to the task!
Performances
Need some experienced drummers to put on a show and get your guest moving? Given enough lead time, we can get additional drummers and create a show for you.