Aber Taiko – Japanese Drumming in Swansea

More Taiko in May and June

Have you ever seen a group of drummers and felt the vibration of the drums going right through you? Did the deep, resonant beats pull you in?

With Taiko, there are also big movements and bursts of energy and joy.

If you are saying to yourself – ‘I’ve got to try this’, then read on!

Our 6-week Taiko Drumming Course is a high-energy way to move, challenge yourself, and connect with rhythm. We will learn the basics of the art form through the piece ‘Hiryu San Dan Gaeshi’ (the flying dragon god circles down three times’). At the end of the course, if you wish, you will have the opportunity to perform the piece together with Aber Taiko.

✅ Feel the Power – Strike with strength and experience the deep, immersive sound of Taiko
✅ Move & Play – Engage your whole body in dynamic, rhythmic motion
✅ Drum as a Team – Practice together to create something bold and unforgettable

No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity! Join us and find your rhythm.

Dates: 27th April, 11 and 18th May, 1st, 22nd and 29th of June.

Time: 11:00-12:30 including time for packing up.

Venue: Gors community hub, Heol Y Gors, Swansea SA1 6SA https://maps.app.goo.gl/k81uFCVagV886wxb8

Cost for the 6 weeks: pay what you wish on a sliding scale between £45-£60. £60 is for those in work and/or comfortable. £45 for young people or those unwaged. Find yourself on that scale, no questions asked.

Booking and details: email us at aber.taiko@gmail.com to book and for further details. Payment reserves your spot and places are limited. Minimum age – 12y. Under 16 to be accompanied by an adult.

Taiko course in March 2025

Our January course was really great and we had so much fun together! 4 weeks to get used to a new instrument, new ways of drumming and moving, new people to hang out with. Participants learnt the song ‘Joy Bubble’, composed by Tiffany Tamaribuchi, and could play it at a sharing evening with Aber Taiko after the end of the course.

We did say thre will be more courses after this first one – and indeed the next course will be in March.

So – if you want to carry on playing Taiko, or maybe try something new, or if you’ve seen a taiko group performing and wanted to give it a go, join us!

Powerful, fun and groovy drumming to be expected! You will use your whole body and be as loud as you want – our drums can take it. You will meet new people, improve your stamina and coordination, and make music together. You will also hear about the origins of taiko and its place in Japanese culture.

As with the first course, we will mark the end of this course by a sharing evening with the main Aber Taiko group on the Thursday following the last session – details tbc.

Dates: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March 2025

Time: 11:00-12:30 including time for packing up.

Venue: Gors community hub, Heol Y Gors, Swansea SA1 6SA https://maps.app.goo.gl/k81uFCVagV886wxb8

Cost for the 5 weeks: pay what you wish on a sliding scale between £30-£50. £50 is for those in work and/or comfortable. £30 for young people or those unwaged. Find yourself on that scale, no questions asked.

Taiko course for beginners January 2025

We are opening 2025 with a big boom and offering a 4-week beginners’ course. This is both because we really enjoy sharing our taikolove with anyone who is drawn to this drumming style, and because quite a few people were asking for an opportunity to try this out. More courses will follow after this one.

So – if you want to try something new, or if you’ve seen a taiko group performing and wanted to give it a go, this is your chance.

Powerful, fun and groovy drumming to be expected! You will use your whole body and be as loud as you want – our drums can take it! You will meet new people, improve your stamina and coordination, and make music together. You will also hear about the origins of taiko and its place in Japanese culture.

It can change your life – it definitely changed ours!

We will mark the end of the course by a sharing evening with the main Aber Taiko group on the Thursday following the last session – details tbc.

Dates: 19th, 26th January, 2nd, and 9th February.

Time: 11:00-12:30 including time for packing up.

Venue: Gors community hub, Heol Y Gors, Swansea SA1 6SA https://maps.app.goo.gl/k81uFCVagV886wxb8

Cost for the 4 weeks: pay what you wish on a sliding scale between £25-£40. £40 is for those in work and/or comfortable. £25 for young people or those unwaged. Find yourself on that scale, no questions asked.