Red Drum Birthing Day Retreat w/ Sarah Monroe

Red Drum Birthing Day Retreat w/ Sarah Monroe

Red Drum

We are birthed in red. It is time to return to it.

Join Sarah Monroe inside the Temple walls for our only Drum Birthing this year!

The color of ecstasy, the color of power, Red is a celebration. For far too long we have shied away from the boldness of life, the embodiment of what sets our souls on fire.

We say, no more.

Come, we have a seat waiting just for you.

Our drum will be the alchemy of your heart and hands, along with the majesty of the deer and the strength of the cedar trees.

The drum head is made with its deer medicine, taps us into our heartspace, and brings forth grace. Deer, even when running from a predator, remains graceful. Deer Spirit acts as a teacher of how to be gentle, determined, and sure even in difficult situations. The medicine of this animal is understated and tender. A drum with deer hide sings a surprisingly deep song and is the lowest maintenance hide we use. It sounds powerful in most heat and humidity conditions when other drums might sound sad. 

The frame is Cedar medicine, known to purify and protect, is also celebrated as a symbol of strength and incorruptibility. Cedar goes by the name Long Life Maker and Rich Woman Maker. It is a medicine of strength and perseverance as it is rot-resistant and long-lasting. Many different cultures have used it to support their lives: making canoes, durable clothing, watertight baskets, tools, nets, and medicine from both the wood and leaves.

In this 10-hour mini-retreat, we will make our own 15” Frame Drum and mallet. This event will also include: 

-Honoring the medicine of the Deer & Cedar

-Hole Punching the Drum Head

-Lacing the Drum

-Frame Decoration

-Circle work

-Ceremony building 

-Meditation

-Breathworking

-Pathworking

-Creative expression (opportunity to paint, draw, write) 

-Drum playing, chanting, & more! 

We will learn, share, and co-create our sacred instruments together. 

The creation of the drum is a meditation and ceremony in itself, an active prayer of the body and mind. As we birth our own drum, may we remember that the heart\drum of our ancestors -- of our global ancestors -- is the same one that is beating inside us today. 

$333 for one participant 

-or-

$579 for partnered pricing 

(Partnered Pricing = bring a friend, you both save $$

*Please note that only one discount can be utilized with drum birthing. 

**If the financial investment is prohibitive for you to attend, please reach out to us for installment payments. 

Space is limited, with a maximum of 13 participants.

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Chair seating is available upon request. Props (bolsters and back jacks) will be available as well. Please bring any props from home that would make you feel the most comfortable. 

A 1-hour working lunch is built into the workshop. There are some restaurants local to our gathering space, but you would likely need delivery. You are welcome to bring your own food. A refrigerator, microwave, and toaster are available on-site. 

This offering is intended for guys, gals, and the whole spectrum of pals. 

*If you have arthritis, please know there is a moderate amount of weaving… hand movement with gentle force. Sustained dexterity is ideal. If this is not you, please let us know! We can make sure we have an extra set of hands to support you as you need.  

*You will receive an email prior to the event which prepares you further for the day on what to bring with you. An early note: plan to bring your own old towel and you may bring your own object to build the mallet on. Keep your eyes peeled for good sticks or bones. 

*Registration for this mini day-retreat closes July 31st

***Cancellation Policy*** 

If you are unable to attend the retreat after signing up:

-prior to July 31st you will be reimbursed for 50% of your admission price. 

-on/after July 31st we will have used your investment to gather supplies. 

*You may transfer your seat to a loved one, but no refund will be given.

This workshop is not intended to appropriate Native or Indigenous culture. While we honor drum making as an Indigenous art, we celebrate the drum as a divine tool of alchemy and Goddess celebration that has been found throughout all civilizations, from the beginning of humankind. 

Links & Tags

Temple of the Rebel Goddess

Red Drum Birthing Day Retreat w/ Sarah Monroe is taking place at Temple of the Rebel Goddess, which is located at 400 Linden Ave in Dayton. Temple of the Rebel Goddess - We are a multi-faith spiritual & community center with offerings to pursue embodiment, art, and various wisdom traditions.