Early Learning Incursions
Every child gets an African drum & an invitation to join in!
Looking for 'something different' that captivates & engages kids from start to finish? African Drumming with Afrobeat
- Is FUN
- Hands-on
- Interactive
- Age Appropriate
- Pedagogical
- Promotes Social & Emotional Learning
- Supports the Early Learning Framework
- Inspires Cultural Awareness
- Promotes confidence, gross motor skills & creativity
Benefits & Learning Outcomes
What others are saying!
It was loud, fast, and fun! The children each had their own drum to copy the beat, sing and chant along to. They enjoyed copying the patterns, drumming loud and soft, and singing and dancing. It was hands on and interactive which captivated the children promoting confidence, gross motor skills and creativity!
Stepping Stone Early Learning - Adelaide, SA
Thanks so much Janine for three brilliant drumming sessions with our 4- and 5-year-olds kindergarten groups. An awesome interactive experience that supports the development of children's musical knowledge, in such a fun way. Such a treat to have a professional musician in the classroom, to make music with the children.
Geelong West Kindergarten, VIC
A great morning of beats, dance and fun! Kids and adults can all join in, and Neeni is great with the kids!! A must for any kindy or even kids party!!
Mansfield Kindergarten, VIC
Afrobeat were friendly, entertaining, and engaged children and parents in performance. Excellent, well worth having Afrobeat again!
Keithcot Farm Children's Centre - ADE
Fabulous and energetic show. Both our younger and older children thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to get hands on with the drums and Janine kept them engaged for the entire time. Great time had by all.
North Fitzroy Childcare Co-operative - MEL
Janine was amazing in her interactions with children, educators, and parents. Janine encouraged the children to feel comfortable and delivered an excellent interactive program. The Afrobeat experience was an amazing program with interactions relevant to the children's interest and enthusiasm.
Goodstart Early Learning - Waurn Ponds VIC
The children really enjoyed their AFROBEAT experience, which catered for all their individual levels of participation and was FUN for everyone. Thank you!
Geelong West Kindergarten - Geelong VIC
The children are still talking about how much they loved the drumming show and about half have already asked "when are they coming back?" demonstrating their keen interest. Awesome!
Kids @ Play Early Learning Centre - Five Dock, NSW
Nothing but praise from me personally and nothing but praise from the parents who also attended. The children were enthralled. Fantastic and involving. A huge success - Thank-you again.
Chelsea Occasional Care for Children's Week - MEL
Afrobeat was very happy to work alongside us for ALL the children in our Centre to have the opportunity to participate in the incursion. The children had the best time and often speak about the drumming experience. Fun, bubbly and informative!
Goodstart Early learning - Newtown VIC
LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!! We received some fantastic comments from our families too. I would be more than happy to recommend.
St Mary's Childcare - Syd, NSW
African Drumming captures their imagination, inspires cultural awareness, diversity, team spirit, self-belief, & connection... all while beating the drum!
African drumming is an excellent, natural, and healthy way for children to learn and grow, develop social skills, confidence, understand diversity, the importance of working together, increase their gross motor skills, and promote creativity.
Afrobeat deliver a FUN, hands-on, educational, and entertaining, music-making experience that allows for all abilities to experience success and guarantees to keep 3 -5 year olds on the beat... and on their toes from start to finish!
Afrobeat’s Early Learning Incursions provide a powerful platform for effective learning.
Children...
- Develop their listening & response skills
- Build coordination of breath & movement
- Stimulate left / right brain simultaneously
- Learn to be present and focussed in the moment
- Learn to respect, cooperate & contribute in a group environment
- Practice patience & self-control
- Develop skills for processing & communicating information
- Learn to channel intense emotions
- Experience a calming effect
- Learn valuable & effective coping skills
- Develop self-esteem & self-image
- Enhance imagination & creativity
- Develop gross motor skills
- Increase their ability to concentrate
- Gain cultural insight, explore history, traditions & cultural arts
- Learn to communicate without words
- Get an opportunity for self-expression
- Enhance their cognitive, social, physical, & emotional skills
- Learn invaluable lessons that will endure a lifetime
Afrobeat is perfect for...
- Musical Incursions
- Harmony Day - March 21
- Multicultural Week - March
- Africa Day - May 25
- Children's Week - October
- Early Learning Incursions
- Whole Centre Incursions
- Kindergarten Incursions
- Family-Friendly events
- Open Days
- Centre Christmas Parties
- Educator Team Building & Wellness
Incursion Options
Interactive African Drumming
Suit: Kindergarten Incursions. Children 3 - 5 years
Group Size: Up to 40 Children on Drums per group
Duration: 30 - 45 min
Description:
Drum, Dance & Rhythm for Every Child
Every child receives their own African drum and joins an unforgettable, high-energy rhythm experience. Guided by our expert facilitator, children explore traditional beats, call-and-response chanting and joyful movement as they become one powerful percussion orchestra.
- Every child plays their own drum for the duration of the session
- Interactive call-and-response rhythms
- High-energy, inclusive participation
Available: Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide
Rhythm Safari
Suit: All ages, Whole Centre Incursion
Group Size: Up to 50 Children per Show
Duration: 30 - 40 min
Description:
Culture, Story & Rhythm in One Joyful Experience
Led by our much-loved Brisbane-based African facilitator, this lively and engaging program introduces children to West African culture through music, storytelling, dance, and hands-on percussion. Smiles guaranteed.
- Authentic cultural storytelling
- Hands-on instrument exploration
- A favourite for Harmony Week celebrations
👉 Available: Brisbane Only
African Mask Dance
Suit: Kindergarten Incursions / Whole Centre Incursion
Group Size: Up to 50 Children per Show
Duration: 30 - 40 min
Description:
Dance, Story & Celebration Come Alive
An energetic and interactive performance led by our Adelaide-based African facilitator. Children explore rhythm, movement, and storytelling while learning how African cultures pass down history through music and dance — no books required.
- High-energy & educational
- Cultural storytelling through movement
- Fun, memorable & meaningful
👉 Available: Adelaide Only
African Musical Safari
Suit: All ages, Whole Centre Incursion
Group Size: Up to 50 Children per Show
Duration: 30 - 40 min
Description:
Think 'African Lullaby' as our Musical Safari takes your children on a relaxing but uplifting journey through the traditional sounds of the Kora (a 21 string African Harp), vocal melodies, dance, and story. This is an interactive cultural incursion that will capture their imagination, and inspire cultural awareness and diversity.
👉 Available: Melbourne Only
African Dance
Suit: Kindergarten Incursions / Whole Centre Incursion
Group Size: Up to 50 Children per Show
Duration: 30 - 40 min
Description:
Dance, Story & Rhythm in One Energetic Experience
Led by our vibrant African dance facilitator, children are introduced to West African culture through colourful costume, storytelling, movement and rhythm — guided by a real-life Griot (Musical historian).
- Authentic cultural storytelling
- High-energy dance participation
- Explores the dancer–drummer connection
Available: Melbourne Only
Family-Friendly Event Ideas
Suit: Centre Christmas party, Fathers Day, Grandparents Day, Mothers Day, Open Days, Cultural Events, and other Family-Friendly events organised by your Center for Children & their Families.
Group Size: From 30 - 100+
Duration: 30 min - 2 hours
Connect, Celebrate & Make Memories Together
Bring children and their families together in a joyful, high-impact cultural experience designed to engage all ages. Choose from interactive drumming, high-energy African dance entertainment, or the beautiful ambient sounds of the Kora (21-string African harp).
- Engages children and families together
- Interactive or performance-style options
- Memorable whole-community experience
👉 Available: Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane
Educator Opportunities
Suit: General Meetings, Team Bonding, Health & Wellness, Training Days, Educator Conferences, Professional Development, Leadership Training, Staff Retreats, Drum Facilitator Training.
Group Size: From 10 - 100+
Duration: From 10 min to a FULL Day
Connect, Energise & Inspire Your Team
Interactive group drumming is a simple, powerful way to build connection, boost morale and energise your workplace. This high-impact team experience strengthens communication, leadership and collaboration — leaving educators feeling uplifted, confident and united.
- Proven team-building experience
- Boosts morale, engagement & wellbeing
- Inclusive, energising and memorable
👉 Available: Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane