Africké Bubnování
African drumming workshop - instructor teaching participants in a circle

Workshops & Jams

African drumming workshops

Workshops

Workshops are held periodically and focus on a specific African rhythm. Most workshops are open to all skill levels, though some are specifically designed for beginners or advanced players.

More info & dates
Drumming jam sessions

Jams

Jams take place several times a year and are open to everyone! Instruments are provided and no prior experience is necessary. During a jam, you're free to play your own rhythm or follow more experienced players.

More info

Workshops for Beginners

In three hours, you'll learn the basics of playing the djembe and bass drums and immerse yourself in West African rhythm. We'll show you the proper technique and jump straight into drumming. You don't need your own drum — rental is included!

Workshop participants playing djembe and bass drums

Each workshop focuses on one specific African rhythm. They are open to all skill levels, but primarily designed for beginners and slightly advanced players.

  • 📍 Where: Dancers' Club, Žižkov, Prague
  • ⏱️ Duration: 3 hours
  • 💰 Price: 700 CZK
  • 🪘 Drum rental is included
Sign up for a workshop

How to Sign Up and Pay

Online Reservation

The easiest way — choose a date and sign up directly through our booking system.

View available dates →

By Email

Send us an email and we'll arrange a date.

oplatek.t@africkebubnovani.cz →

Important Information About Deposits and Vouchers

  • To confirm your spot, a deposit of 200 CZK is required to account 9254223002/5500, or enter your voucher number in the registration form.
  • 📅 The deposit is fully refundable if you cancel at least one week before the workshop. After that, it can only be transferred to another date.
  • 🎫 If you used a voucher and don't show up without cancelling your reservation, the voucher is forfeited.
Group photo from an African drumming workshop
Workshop participants with African drums
Drumming workshop in a friendly atmosphere
Fun at an African drumming workshop

Reviews

ŠD
"The workshop with Tomáš was great, great, great. 3 hours flew by like nothing. Tomáš guided us wonderfully the entire time so that everyone participated equally in the group play regardless of their musical ability. The whole workshop took place in a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere."

Šárka Dvořáčková

D
"I received this fantastic experience as a gift from my colleagues. My worries about not being able to handle it as a complete beginner were completely unnecessary. Mr. Oplatek was an absolutely captivating and very patient teacher. 3 hours flew by, the seemingly mismatched group of participants ended up becoming an amazing orchestra, and we went home charged with incredible energy. It was a wonderful experience and I recommend everyone to try it."

Dana

Slevomat

Open Jams

Join us for an open Afro jam session in Prague! Everyone is welcome regardless of their experience with African music. Drummers and dancers alike are all welcome.

Open drumming jam in Stromovka park

It's a great opportunity to play with people from other drumming courses and experience the amazing atmosphere of group drumming and dancing. Only a limited number of instruments are available for lending, so bringing your own is encouraged.

  • 📍 Where: Stromovka, Prague (rescheduled in case of bad weather)
  • 🪘 Limited instruments available — bringing your own is welcome
  • 🎵 All levels welcome — no prior experience needed
Follow upcoming jams
Drumming jam in Stromovka park
Evening jam session in the park
Open jam session outdoors
Jam session at sunset

Ready to start?

Sign up for one of my upcoming workshops.