Rwanda Traditional Drumming Dancing Class

The Rwanda traditional drumming and dancing class, often booked as a day trip from Kigali, typically lasts around 3 hours, including an interactive lesson and performance. 

The tour takes place in Byimana (near Muhanga/Gitarama), about 1.5 hours from Kigali.

The tourincludes learning traditional Rwandan dance steps, trying on traditional costumes, and playing the drums. The experience features expert instructors, traditional costumes, and a concluding.  This interactive, hands-on workshop provides a deep dive into Rwandan culture.

1-Day Traditional Drumming & Dancing Class Itinerary

07:00 Hours – Departure: Depart from Kigali after breakfast for a scenic drive to Muhanga (Southern Province).
 09:00 Hours – Arrival & Welcome: Arrive at the center, meet local instructors, and receive an introduction to Rwandan dance history, including the cultural significance of cow-like movements.
0930 Hours – Dancing Session: Expert dancers lead a coaching session, teaching participants traditional footwork, arm movements, and full-body choreography.
1100 Hours – Drumming Lesson: Learn to play traditional Rwandan drums, practicing specific beats and rhythms, followed by a free-styling session
1200 Hours – Performance & Closing: Combine new dance and drumming skills into a group performance
1230 Hours – Artisan Shopping & Departure: Browse handmade crafts by local artisans before returning to Kigali

Rwanda Traditional Drumming and Dancing Class is a day tour in Rwanda that offers you an opportunity to learn traditional drumming and dancing with expert instructors – everyone can join and enjoy. Come for just a day, or create a multiple-day Experience.

The trip begins with a pick-up from your residence in Kigali, followed by a road transfer of about 1.5 hours to Byimana, Ruhango, in the Southern Province of Rwanda. The tour is hosted by artisans and artists and offers a wonderful way to experience the beauty and rigor of rural life and Rwandan culture.

The tour is great for tour groups, families, mission teams, and school groups. Your Musical Experience begins with a mini-performance from a small troupe of traditional performers. Next, it’s your turn to put on a traditional costume and give it a try.

You’ll have fun as the dancers teach you some basic dance steps and share a bit of Rwandan dance history. After some practice time, the expert dance instructors help you put everything together in a performance of your very own.

Don’t worry – a team member will be on hand to catch the whole performance on film! After a break to catch your breath, the drummers will teach you some traditional beats, or you can even do a bit of freestyling of your own on the traditional drums. No experience or expertise is necessary.

The Rwanda Traditional Drumming and Dancing Class tour offers you the opportunity to learn traditional drumming and dancing with your teachers. You will have fun, learn some basic dance steps, and share a bit of Rwandan dance history.

0700 Hours: Depart from Kigali after breakfast and drive to Muhanga, Southern Province.

1st Hour: Briefing and introduction to the history of dancing in Rwanda, and the reasons behind imitating cows’ movements.
Welcoming songs and drumming.

2nd Hour: Demonstration and coaching from Experts (Dancers), Practice for apprentices guided by experts. Here you will learn how to move your feet, arms, and whole body. You will have short breaks and may ask as many questions as you have.

3rd Hour: Learn how to combine all your new moves into a short traditional dance. Then you have to go to the drumming.
Free dance!

Conclusion: Finally, there will be an opportunity to peruse all of the beautiful, handcrafted goods on offer from our artisan partners, including your hostesses! This is a wonderful way to gather gifts and souvenirs that you can be confident are fair-trade and making an impact.

Duration: 3 hours

Rwanda Traditional Drumming Dancing Class Prices include:

✓ Local guide
✓ Local taxes
✓ All activities + Bottled water
✓ Round-trip transportation from Kigali to Muhanga and back to Kigali

Notes

* Be prepared to spend time in the sun
*  Bring a camera or video camera if you wish: the dancers won’t mind
*  Men and women will receive special traditional clothes for the dancing session
*  We recommend you wear closed-toed shoes that you would be comfortable running in
*  Women may want to bring a tank top to wear underneath, and men may want to wear shorts underneath

Rwanda Traditional Drumming Dancing Class Prices Exclude:

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