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What do our members say?
Launching in 2019 Drum 4UR Life has demonstrated the powerful impact of rhythm and music on individual participants and community wellbeing. Through regular community rhythm experience sessions, Drum 4UR Life has provided a creative outlet for self-expression, stress relief, and social connection.
Wilma
“Every session that I can make along too is a highlight because I'm spending time with a special group of people and connecting with music. Seeing everyone enjoying themselves with smiles on their faces is a joy to see.”
Lucas
“Jane's input was inspiring. The time and feedback she gave to the circle in support of our learning was out of this world. We are so thankful for the on-going investment provided by Drum 4UR Life to our development as facilitators.”
Gary T
“This week I had the privilege of joining with Drum 4UR Life group at Wiston Lodge, Biggar, for their 4th birthday. It was a fab-u-lous couple of days spent with new friends, and a couple of old friends.”
Elizabeth & Jim
“This group has made such a difference to my life. I finally have something to look forward to every session I go too."
Linda
“I never dreamed that I would find myself enjoying drums and bells as much as I do.”
Adam
“My family have noticed a difference in me. I have even started drumming with the kids.”
Tina
“I have never been on holiday! Having the chance to go away with my group has been the best thing ever. I have found more than friends here – I have found a second family.”
Lizzy
“Since I’ve started coming here it has put a wee bit extra oompah into my life. I am so glad I found this group.”
Shelagh
“The warm welcome I received was heartwarming and the session filled me with an elevated level of joy from head to toe.”
Ayrshire & Arran CEO Leadership Conference ‘No Wrong Door’
Drum 4UR Life was invited to the Ayrshire & Arran CEO Leadership Conference ‘No Wrong Door’ to take part in a musical participation metaphor led by Jeanette. We had a great experience and dusted off the boomwhackers.
DCFG Conference Feedback
Jim Boneau
Global Trainer for Village Music Circles
Arthur Hul
"The presentation that the Drum 4 UR Life team gave at the twentieth annual Drum Circle Facilitators Guild conference was tear jerkingly inspirational. Each member gave their personal life story as to the profound positive impact that becoming involved in Drum 4UR Life did for them and the drumming community that they served. They also attended my 2 day Intense Master Class which was only for very experienced drum circle facilitators. The Drum 4UR Life team not only met those requirements but surpassed them in so many ways. This training challenged them to the edge of their knowledge and experience. I am pleased and delighted that Jim and I had played even a small part of them facilitating human potential through rhythm based events. Life is a dance when your sharing your spirit.”
Nellie Hill
DCFG Board of Directors
“The Drum Circle Facilitators Guild was honoured to have Drum 4UR Life present. This programme fosters empowerment and leadership through group drumming—where everyone has a place, and there are no mistakes. Their work is a powerful healing tool and should be part of mental health recovery worldwide.”
Cindy Jones
DCFG Conference Organiser
"Drum 4UR Life delivered a spectacularly impactful presentation. Their true heart shone through and touched us all profoundly. Tears flowed as we resonated deeply with their stories, and we continued to laugh, cry, and celebrate the transformational power of their work. They brought their A+ game—with angels. We all fell in love with them and felt inspired to rise up in our own service work.”
Jim Boneau
Global Trainer for Village Music Circles
“It was a privilege to hear Jeanette Allan and the Drum 4UR Life team. They are redefining what it means to address mental health through drumming and shared powerful success stories. Their work challenges us to see mental health in a new light and inspires us to bring rhythm to our own communities.”
'The Drum Circle' by Shelagh Cumming
Shelagh, a member of our drumming community recently wrote a poem inspired by her experiences with us. In 2025, we teamed up with Dr. Jane to compose a song that complements the poem, and we are excited to share it. 'The Drum Circle' has been showcased in America at the DCFG Conference and remains a powerful tool for fostering creativity and connection.
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