Shamanic Drumming Breathwork
Experience a breathwork session like no other. Shamanic Drumming Breathwork combines rhythmic drumming with dynamic breathwork techniques to create an electrifying, transformative journey. This isn’t your typical breathwork class—participants often leave exhilarated, saying they’ve never experienced anything quite like it before.
The session begins with grounding and intention-setting, preparing you to dive deep into your inner world. As the rhythmic drumming builds, the energy intensifies, activating your body’s natural healing processes. You may find yourself releasing emotions, accessing profound insights, or simply feeling an unparalleled sense of connection and aliveness. This practice is all about celebrating the power of the breath and the rhythm of life, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and deeply inspired.
Expect a highly energizing experience filled with movement, sound, and vibrant energy. Whether you’re seeking transformation, emotional release, or just a unique way to explore breathwork, this class offers a safe, exhilarating space for discovery.
MEET THE DRUMMERS
Dave Clark - St. Louis
Stephen Haake - St. Louis
??? - Columbia
Dave is a professional drum instructor and owner of the Webster Groves Drum Studio near St. Louis. He uses middle-eastern and Brazilian frame drums in our sessions. He’s also the drummer for The Trophy Mules and leads the samba batucada group Batuque na Confluencia.
Stephen is a professional drummer in St. Louis. He plays in a wide variety of styles, with a background in jazz performance. He is currently in the Stephen Haake Jazz Trio and leads his own cruise ship band. He also freelances with bands all over St. Louis.
CLASS INFO
- Every first Tuesday at Rootbound in St. Charles, MO | Tickets
- Duration: Two hours
- Price: $35
- Level: Open to all experience levels
- What to Bring: A water bottle, a blanket for comfort, and a journal for reflections.
- What to Wear: Comfortable clothing for ease of movement.
What's shamanic drumming breathwork like?
This form of breathwork utilizes a breath that drops you into a deep but activated trance state quickly for optimal journeying conditions. The breath is fast-paced and there is a guided tempo, provided by a live percussionist. Sessions may be accompanied by live instrumentation with sound healing instruments – including gongs, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, ocean drums, rain sticks, rattles, and other percussive instruments.
It should be noted this is not Shamanic Breathwork – that is a trademarked practice created by Linda Star Wolf, one of my teachers. Shamanic Breathwork is done with chakra-aligned musical soundtracks.
How should I prepare for breathwork?
Although no special preparation is required, if you would like to honor the occasion, you might design a ceremony the night before that includes journaling, meditation, intention setting, affirmations, singing and/or dancing. At the beginning of every session I ask participants what they want to focus on during their journey. Your ceremony will ideally help you clarify your desires and focus your intentions.
What should I bring?
Bring a yoga mat, a blanket (if you want one) and a water bottle. Breathwork can make you thirsty! Other items you might want include a journal and pen, drawing materials, favorite crystals, chapstick, and a stuffed animal or other comfort item. You can use a pillow or not, depending on what you find comfortable. If you have a bad back, consider bringing a yoga bolster to place under your knees (it takes the pressure off your lower back) or two mini yoga bolsters to tuck under your derriere (it works even better!). Wear comfortable clothing and consider dressing in layers – body temperate can fluctuate wildly during breathwork, and you may get very hot or very cold during your session.