OCEAN DRUM- Community Music Therapy

OCEAN DRUM- Community Music Therapy Why Ocean Drum? Because our nervous systems need places to land. We do OCEAN DRUM circles at the beach- open to all- as a community service. Drums are provided.

Ocean Drum offers inclusive, grounding drum circle experiences rooted in community music therapy—designed to reduce stress, support healing, and bring people back into connection. We also work with corporate teams, yoga & wellness communities, and individuals navigating chronic pain, stress, or mental health challenges. Sessions are guided, non-performative, and beginner-friendly. Join us at the b

each or invite Ocean Drum to your space. Breathe with the waves, feel rhythm in your body, and experience the joy of making music together—no pressure, no experience needed. Ocean Drum. Just show up.

06/14/2026
06/14/2026

06/12/2026

Stoked for tomorrow!

06/09/2026

Just as dreams can reveal aspects of ourselves that are difficult to access through ordinary conversation, ocean drumming together creates opportunities for collective, joyful groove. The groove reveals possibilities for inner freedom, healing, growth, creativity, and connection!

06/08/2026

"That's not real music."

I hear versions of this comment from time to time, and it raises an interesting question: What is music for?

In music lessons and performances, the goal is often to develop skill, accuracy, technique, or artistic excellence.

In community music therapy, the goal is different. We're not trying to sound perfect. We're trying to create connection.

Through rhythm, sound, movement, listening, and play, people have an opportunity to express themselves, connect with others, and experience a sense of belonging. The focus shifts from "How good do I sound?" to "What am I experiencing?" and "How are we creating something together?"

At Ocean Drum Circles, you'll often hear us invite newcomers into our "instrument petting zoo"—a chance to explore drums and percussion with curiosity rather than judgment.

Kids understand this instinctively. They pick up an instrument and experiment. They listen. They play. They discover.
Somewhere along the way, many adults learn to evaluate themselves before they allow themselves to create.

What if music isn't only something we perform?
What if music is also something we use to connect, heal, explore, and play? In my experience, when people are given permission to be curious, expressive, and fully present, something remarkable can happen. Not because the music is perfect, but because it's simply human.

Find out for yourself!

Join us Sat, June 13th 4-7PM at Noriega Dunes.

Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocean-drum-circle-registration-1991288339026

Join us this Thursday 4-7PM at Noreiga Dunes!
05/26/2026

Join us this Thursday 4-7PM at Noreiga Dunes!

Community music therapy by the ocean. Beach drum circles for healing, rhythm & connection.

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Ocean Beach
San Francisco, CA
94122

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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