Adult Drum Camp-7 week series (Portsmouth)

Schedule

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 at 02:30 pm to Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 03:45 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

218 Williamson Rd | Portsmouth, VA

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Build rhythm, skill, and cultural connection in Kam’s 7-week Adult Drum Camp, with an optional performance at A Night of Artz & Culture.
About this Event

Adult West African Drum Camp with Kam

Discover the rhythms of West Africa!
Join Djembe’ Fola Kam in Portsmouth for a 7-week cultural wellness journey through drumming. With over 30 years of experience in both the U.S. and Guinea, Kam teaches traditional rhythms while sharing the history, meaning, and energy behind the music.


What to Expect:
  • Learn authentic West African rhythms on the djembe.
  • Build drumming skills in a fun, supportive community.
  • Explore the cultural roots and stories behind each rhythm.
  • Optional performance opportunity at A Night of Artz & Culture!
  • No drum? Rentals available.

Camp Info:

📆 Saturdays, starting October 4
📍 The Empowerment Center, Portsmouth, VA
2:30 PM – 3:45 PM
💰 $20 drop-in | $125 for full 7-week series (best value)




Private Lessons & Community Support
  • For those who want more individual guidance, private one-on-one lessons with Kam are available.
  • Want to support our mission and access exclusive cultural wellness content? Join our Patreon community to help keep the rhythms alive and receive member-only perks.
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Where is it happening?

218 Williamson Rd, 218 Williamson Road, Portsmouth, United States

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Tickets

USD 23.18 to USD 135.23

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