Katumba Drumming - Global Majority/Melanated Beginners Sessions

Katumba Beginners Sessions - Routes & Roots: finding our way back through Music, Movement and Mindfulness the Katumba way!

An affinity space to support everyone who identifies as Black, Brown, Mixed Race or as a Person of Colour / of the Global Majority* through afro-indigenous, decoolonized practices: drumming, embodied movement, mindfulnesss, and of course LOT'S OF FUN!

* Global Majority is new term coined in the UK meaning people of Black, Asian, Indigenous, mixed and other non-white backgrounds — who actually make up most of the world, even if in the UK they’re often called a minority.

I am, Because We are” 🙌🏽🙏🏽

These sessions will run through Black History Month and end with the Katumba Halloween Carnival celebrations, which participants will be invited to take part!!

ABOUT OUR BEGINNERS SESSIONS

If you miss the first one, don't worry it's not a couse, you can totally just drop in and have a great time!

Our ‘Routes & Roots- finding our way back through Music, Movement, Mindfulness’ project is in direct response to the racist violence we saw last/this the summer, with misinformation spreading and resulting in violent actions of racism, Islamophobia, and xenophobia, all with a devastating effect on our communities.

These sessions are centered on melanated people's experience, bringing our community together and finding our way back to our roots exploring the tools we know work so well in supporting our physical and mental wellbeing-the Katumba approach to making music & moves together-from accessible Afro-Brazilian style drumming, movement and mindful movement practices, as well as sharings of the Afro-Indigenous traditions that shape what we do.

TAKING PART

Pre-Booking Essential: so we have a drum for you (we'll have a couple of drop-in spaces available on a first come, first served basis but best to pre-book to avoid disappointment)

Ran by people from underrepresented communities-including our Co-Founder Afro-Indigenous @julianabrazilmovement;

This is an affinity space for people who are from the Global Majority/PoC who are often underrepresented/have a harder time accessing activities that support their wellbeing, to take part: people from the ‘Global Majority’/PoC-meaning black, brown, Asian, dual heritage etc.

No experience needed.

Every Tuesday from 23rd Sep - 21 Oct 2025 at the African Caribbean Centre, Liverpool. Those who attend will have the opportunity to join our regular Katumba Drumming & Movement Community Band! (nope, you don't have to attend all sessions ;)

Arrival from 6:15pm, the session will start at 6:30pm. and run until around 8/ 8:15pm (but we're flexible if you have work/childcare issues, just come/leve when you can!)

Wear comfortable clothes and trainers or feel free to come barefoot!

If you have an injury or condition which may affect your movement or ability to wear a drum, email us prior to the session so we can sort a stand for you/discuss of sessions are suitable (we make them as accessible as possible)

TICKETS

We have been partially funded by the National Lottery: that means we still have to cover a portion of the costs of the project so we have a range of ticket options including FREE tickets!!

If you're gainfully employed, the suggested donation is £10 per session for those which will help cover the costs not covered by the funding.

OR any donatin amount under the 'PAY WHAT YOU CAN' tickets available. We appreciate whatever you are able to give in order to support us to continue making work with our Katumba community and beyond.

Please do not let finances be a barrier to you attending, NO QUESTIONS ASKED! NO QUESTIONS ASKED-we consider self identification enough.

Any questions please email us at hello@katumba.co.uk or give us a ring at 01512219603

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

18 + years

Do I need to bring anything the event?

We're providing all the equipment (drums, sticks, hearing protection etc..)but please bring your own water (we'll also have water on tap for you to refill your water bottles), and wear comfy shoes and clothing

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Email hello@katumba.co.uk | 01512219603

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No

Can I update my registration information after making the booking?

No, but just e-mail us and we'll do it for you

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes

Will I have to book on for evey session/every week I wanna attend?

Yes

Is your building accessible?

Yes, including toilets.

How do I get to the African Caribean Centre?

The centre is very close to the city centre & public transport links-see map.

Is there parking?

There is on street parking on Selbourne Street and surrounding streets

Do I have to attend every session?

No, it's totally fine to come to as many as you can-unless you wanna perform at the end of project celebration our Katumba Halloween Carnival, you'll need to attend at least three sessions. Each session we'll be sharing different aspects of our Katumba Drumming & Movement world, and those who attend will have the opportunity to join our regular Katumba Drumming & Movement Community Band.