African Drumming & Dance Retreat
with Sibo Bangoura
December 20 to 22
If you loved our Inner Joy drumming session,
this might be just your vibe!!
This special midweek 2-night program is jam-packed! You’ll be diving whole-heartedly into West African rhythm, drumming & dance with Sibo Bangoura ~ a West African drum master with incredible passion and warmth. Plus, there will be morning yoga, evening meditations and nourishing vego food to keep you energised!
“1-2 get back to the groove!” ✨🪘🙌🧡
An uplifting, all-inclusive retreat where you’ll experience African drumming, dance, stay in twin-share rooms and be nourished with wholesome vegetarian meals.

Get your groove on with Sibo Bangoura!
Learn from West African Drum Master
Participate in our West African drum and dance classes and take your drumming to the next level!
Sibo was born in Guinea, West Africa and has a proud musical family lineage.

Feel energised & full of joy!
An amazing way to feel energised
This time of year can be hectic! This is a perfect way to take some time for yourself prior to the holiday season, where you truly escape and tap into rhythm inspired sessions. You’ll feel energised and connected back to your body.
- Stay with us and participate in all the sessions for $449 per person, twin-share
- Take part in complimentary yoga sessions to stretch & zen out
- Get your groove on with drum or dance classes
- Evening meditation or storytelling
- Yummy vegetarian meals and twin-share accommodation included
Your Drum & Dance Retreat Program
Arrival Day 1 - Wednesday
9:00am – Arrival to venue if you’re staying with us
10:00am – Drum Class
11:30am – Dance
1:00pm – Lunch
2:00pm – Drum Class
3:30pm – Dance
6:00pm – Open Yoga
6:45pm – Dinner
8:15pm – Guided Meditation / Story Telling
Day 2 - Thursday
7:00am – 8:00am – Yoga
9:00am – Break Your Fast
10:00am – Drum Class
11:30am – Dance
1:00pm – Lunch
2:00pm – Drum Class
3:30pm – Dance
5:30pm – Yin Yoga
6:45pm – Dinner
8:15pm – Guided Meditation / Story Telling*
Final morning - Friday
7:00am – 8:00am – Yoga
9:00am – Break Your Fast
10:00am – Drum Class
11:30am – Dance
1:00pm – Retreat Complete
All inclusive drum & dance retreat
You’ll be staying in our communal house, nestled in the surroundings of Happy Buddha Retreats located at Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains, NSW. You’ll have access to our pool, chill out zen den and local hikes during your stay.
Stay with us for $449 per person, twin-share (shared bathroom facilities) checking in from Wednesday 9am and checking out by 12pm on Friday.
Sessions, yoga, meals and twin-share accomodation included.
If you know you’d like to participate in the first drumming session at 10am, we recommend you set your alarm early on December 20 so you can get to us by 9:00am to check in. Otherwise, you’re welcome to arrive anytime, as long as it’s before 4pm.
Feel free to BYO your own drum or borrow one of ours!