Briefing:

• We will divide your group of delegates into two equal separate groups, a drum ensemble, and a Zulu dancing troop.
• We will provide a drum for the drummers and a selection of other percussion instruments.
• For the male Zulu dancers we will provide a hide skirt, arm bands, shin garters and a head band.
• For the female Zulu dancers we will provide a material skirt wrap and a shoulder throw over.
• The drummers will learn a traditional Zulu rhythm and a traditional song, whilst the dancers go off to learn a traditional, choreographed Zulu dance sequence and a Zulu song.
• For one hour the delegates will learn their specific rhythms/dance routines, and for the last ½ hour, our head facilitator will bring the teams together to perform their own industrial theatre.
• The drummers will supply the rhythm and the dancers will perform their routine to the beat of their colleagues.
• This will end on a high note, with the company performing as a team, with enthusiasm and synergy, culminating into an evening of drum and dance of the Zulu kingdom. An experience never to be forgotten!

“Everyone is energized, motivated and focused”

“The gumboot dancing was unbelievable and all my guests thought so too.. ”
FUJITSU SIEMENS"

Requirements :

• A leveled area to form a drumming circle, with enough space inside for the gumboot dancers to perform.
• As well as a leveled space for the dancers to learn their routine. (Separate from the drumming circle and far enough so that the dancers can hear their facilitators.)
• Take weather into consideration. Arrange a plan B with the venue incase of sudden weather changes.
• If at night (outside), make sure the lighting of the venue is good.
  

Benefits of Interactive Drumming & African Dancing:

• Breaks down the Barriers of Race, Language, Gender & Hierarchy
• Builds personal and team confidence
• Builds group synergy
• Is co-operative = NOT COMPETITIVE
• Releases stress
• Promotes group awareness and team support
• Promotes Self Exploration
• Highlights group communication
• Creates spontaneity, Fun and Laughter