07/30/2026
Healing Through Rhythm and Sharing
A grief drum circle is a space where people come together to move grief through rhythm instead of words. It can be quiet, intense, healing, and deeply freeing. Whether it’s for loss, separation, or life changes.
What happens in a grief drum circle?
Shared rhythm:
Participants sit in a circle and play drums or percussion instruments together. No experience is needed.
Emotional release: The repetitive rhythm can help people express feelings that are hard to put into words—like sadness, anger, or longing.
Guided facilitation: A leader may guide the group through themes (loss, remembrance, healing) or simply hold space.
Reflection time: Many circles include moments of silence, sharing, or intention-setting.
Who it’s for:
Anyone dealing with loss—whether recent or long ago. That could be the death of a loved one, a breakup, life changes, or even collective grief.
Why it can help
Non-verbal expression:
Grief isn’t always easy to talk about—drumming gives it a physical outlet.
Regulates the nervous system:
Rhythm can be grounding and calming.
Connection: Being in a circle reduces isolation and creates a sense of community.
Ritual and meaning: It can feel like a safe, structured way to honor your loved ones.
Through the rhythm2recovery program, facilitators Felicity Broken Drum Creative and Loretta Lavallee will guide you in a 6 week program with each session involving a balance of drumming, discussion, mindfulness practice and ritual.
Dates: 6 weeks beginning Thursday November 5 - December 10
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Where: Stettler - address released once registered
Cost: $210 (6 sessions)
limited spaces available
Txt or DM - 403-740-6839
