For Organisations
Rhythm-led workshops that energise teams and improve how they work together.
Rhythms of Leadership
In-person, UK-wide (London-based)
8–40 participants.
All instruments provided.
No musical experience needed.
Built for
Teams and offsites
Best for: team days, offsites, cross-functional groups
You’ll get: alignment, trust, and practical meeting habits
Conferences & events
Best for: agenda energisers, openings/closings, conference breakouts
You’ll get: fast connection, high participation, clean logistics
L&D & leadership cohorts
Best for: leadership programmes, cohorts, away days
You’ll get: shared leadership in real time + strong debrief
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Pick the entry point that fits what you’re planning. Same core experience—tailored to your agenda
The Benefits
Break down hierarchies
Everyone is equal behind a drum, as each voice contributes to the whole group
Engage deep listening
To create a cohesive rhythm, participants need to listen to each other as well as themselves
Celebrate differences
As different rhythms create a richer sound, a variety skills and perspectives create stronger teams
Less stress, more focus
Rhythmic activity is a mental reset that's proven to help with relaxation and focused attention
What to Expect
Discover a deeper sense of connection by creating something joyful together. Connect learnings to real life applications
Working as a team
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Experience real team dynamics in action
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Try out shared leadership in safe and structured contexts
Learning by doing
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Experience real team dynamics in action
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Try out shared leadership in safe and structured contexts
Immersion in rhythm
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Hands-on percussion challenges through call-and-response
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Develop adaptive leadership via group improvisation
Reflection & future application
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Guided debriefing to connect exercises to workplace realities.
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Reflect on leadership styles and leave with clear insights for growth
Key Outcomes
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Greater confidence to lead
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Increased situational awareness
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Practiced in adapting to team dynamics in real time
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Ready to apply strategies for success and change
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Newly acquired tools for creative problem solving
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A shared experience that strengthens connection and trust
Designed for
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Teams & offsites
Best for: team days, offsites, cross-functional groups
You’ll get: alignment, trust, and practical meeting habits
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Conferences & events
Best for: agenda energisers, openings/closings, conference breakouts
You'll get:fast connection, high participation, clean logistics
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L&D & Leadership cohorts
Best for: leadership programmes, cohorts, away days
You'll get: shared leadership in real time + strong debrief
Popular formats
45 min Event Energiser
A fast, high-participation warm-up that gets people connected and present.
90min (team session)
A fun, inclusive session with high participation—ideal when you want impact without a long time commitment.
2 hours — Foundations:
learn the core rhythm practices that map directly to how teams coordinate and lead.
Focus: listening, coordination, shared leadership + clear takeaways
3 hours — Team Dynamics in Action (Signature)
Your team in motion: patterns become visible, then you learn how to work with them—safely and constructively.
Focus: trust, communication patterns, adaptive leadership + debrief
Half-day — Alignment & Application
More time for reflection and transfer: connect the experience to real work and make agreements you can act on.
Focus: deeper reflection, application to current challenges, team agreements
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Practicalities
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Group size: 8–40
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Delivery: in-person (London-based, UK-wide)
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Instruments: all instruments provided
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Space: clear room with
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chairs; for 3-hour/half-day, 2–3 breakout spaces helpful (not essential)
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Access: nearby parking and short-load access point for instrument drop-off/collection preferred
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Travel: travel/transport included within London; UK-wide delivery available at cost (agreed in advance)
Planning an offsite or leadership day?
Book a short call to discuss outcomes, group size, and the best format.
Design & Facilitation
by Simon Rowe
I facilitate rhythm-led workshops that help teams collaborate with more clarity, trust, and sustainable energy—by making the “cadence” of teamwork tangible.
With over 20 years immersed in drumming practice and extensive facilitation experience, my work blends rhythm traditions with practical learning design. The room becomes a safe laboratory: groups can see how leadership emerges, how communication patterns form, and how to recover quickly when things go off-beat.
Learning that’s fun as it is transformative
Rooted in traditional culture, informed by modern psychology
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Rhythm makes group dynamics visible and real
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Method grounded in proven team development models
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Learn by feeling, not just thinking
Practical
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Ideas stick, because they’re embodied
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Equips participants with tools they can use immediately
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Sparks lasting shifts in how teams relate and perform
Inclusive, accessible and energising
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For introverts and extroverts alike, it’s an active, inclusive experience
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Sound can bypass overthinking and ignite authentic presence
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No prior musical experience is required
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Stages of Group Development: by using rhythm-based activities that culminate in a shared peak experience of deep focus and energised collaboration, we explore how teams evolve from forming to performing, and the challenges at each stage
Dysfunctions of a Team: rhythm offers an embodied way to align goals and build vulnerability-based trust, the foundation of cohesive teams
Team Effectiveness: teams experience the five key enablers of success in an energised way that makes high performance tangible and lasting
Systems Thinking & Active Listening: A drum circle is a living model of an organisation as a system. Success requires only responsiveness to others
Psychological Safety: We create a welcoming space where all can feel comfortable to experiment and contribute freely
Rhythms of Leadership
Leadership Development Programme: Emirates Institute for Finance in collaboration with Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Multiple Dates
Highlights (Sept 2024)
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Facilitator effectiveness: 4.7/5 (n=17)
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Session content & impact to role: 4.4/5 (n=17)
Brief
Programme leads requested fun, participatory and academically sound format to introduce their executive business cohort to team dynamics through embodied and participatory learning.
Solution
An immersive 3-hour session was designed to complement the LDP’s focus on industry disruption and strategic thinking.Result
The session was highly praised for its innovative approach and a refreshing alternative to conventional leadership coursework and left participants feeling inspired.-
"Most interesting lecture. Time flew very fast. They taught us how to work together. Move together as a
group to deliver one rhythm or note. Well done lecturers"
Participant
Strategic Leadership in the Era of Disruption
"The drumming session was honestly great fun. I’d definitely do it again—it was really easy to get into, even with no experience. The teacher was brilliant and made everyone feel comfortable straight away. It ended up feeling really powerful playing together, and it created a great group vibe. I was also a bit surprised at how quickly we picked it up. Overall, a really fun and energising experience."
Marta Cantero
Facilities Officer - The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts
"Simon ran an away day workshop for staff members across several trusts, he listened to the overall brief and catered the offering accordingly. He provided space for individuals across several organisations to get together and enjoy an afternoon doing something several of them had never tried before. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive and I would highly recommend Simon's drumming workshop as an fun and distinct experience for small and large teams alike."
Vanessa Lye - Assistant Trust Executive,
The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts
“I really enjoyed the drumming session at our staff away day that I was genuinely disappointed when the class ended. What stood out most was the energy in the room - it created a real sense of connection and engagement across the group with everyone fully present and clearly enjoying themselves. There was something special about communicating together without the use of words. Overall, it was a fun and rewarding experience, I would absolutely do it again and would love the chance to continue developing my skills.”
Vesa Kahramani - Administrator
True Colours Trust
Questions?
Absolutely not! Our workshops are designed for complete beginners.
We need a room large enough for everyone to sit in a circle with a chair. We can adapt to boardrooms, conference halls or even outdoor spaces (weather permitting).
We provide a range of percussion instruments, not just drums. We will manage the volume to a comfortable and energetic level.
We create a safe and inclusive environment where even the most reserved feel comfortable participating at their own pace.