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Toowoomba TAIKO

Taiko

Taiko is a word used to describe the traditional fat-bodied Japanese drums that have been an essential feature of Japanese culture for over 1000 years. Taiko performance consists of many components in technical rhythm, kata (form), bachi (stick) grip, clothing, and the particular instrumentation.

Toowoomba

Toowoomba Taiko is a group of Japanese enthusiasts and expatriates who meet to learn the exciting discipline of Taiko. We believe in the principle of minna no taiko, which means “Taiko drumming for anyone and everyone”. We are an inclusive, not-for-profit club, and seek to share the passion, joy, dynamics, and energy of Taiko by introducing and sharing it to the wider Toowoomba region.

Toowoomba Taiko are very grateful for the support from Toowoomba's Japanese sister city, the City of Takatsuki, for their generous donation of taiko (drums), gifted to Toowoomba Regional Council, that we are custodians of.

You can see us live performing and/or giving interactive workshops at a variety of events through the year. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out where we will be, or contact us via one of the links here.

Want to standout at your next event? DID YOU KNOW:
Toowoomba Taiko are available for hire at your next event - for live performances and/or drumming workshops for schools, corporate, private or other special occasions. For more information please Contact us via the links here link on our website or email admin@ToowoombaTaiko.club

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Classes

Come and immerse yourself in the powerful and exhilarating world of taiko and learn to play traditional fat-bodied Japanese drums!

Classes: Thursday 6:30pm – 8pm for 10 consecutive weeks.
Location: Toowoomba City, Margaret St
Price: $100 for block of 10 classes
Bring: a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing to each class

Details:
First time joining us; the first class is free - see if it's a good fit for you
Classes are in blocks of 10 consecutive weeks. If you are interested in joining us please use the "Contact Us" link and we will be in touch.

Benefits: Apart from learning the fundamental skills required to play a new instrument, Taiko also:
~ promotes physical fitness through katas (stance & choreography), rhythmic movements and energetic drumming.
~ enhances coordination and motor skills,
~ cultivates discipline and patience as mastering complex rhythms and techniques takes patience and perseverance,
~ fosters team work and collaboration as performance often requires synchronised efforts among players.
The block of classes encourages training consistency and advances the group advance together as a whole.

Beginner Fundamentals: 2026 Classes available - use the Contact Us link for more information
No experience necessary.
You will learn all the basics of taiko drumming and will be able to play the taiko by the end of this training block.

Advanced Classes: 2026 Classes - use the Contact Us for more information
Bring all your Ki (energy) to these, as you up-skill and expand your taiko repertoire. You will learn other aspects, skills, and instrumentation.

Membership

Annual Fee: $40,-
This annual payment covers Public Liability insurance.

Uniform:
Our basic uniform consist of a black T-shirt and black pants and is only required when performing at events.

We look forward to meeting you & sharing our love of Taiko!

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Have Toowoomba Taiko at your next event!

Toowoomba Taiko will provide dynamic, energetic and standout performances and/or interactive drumming workshops, tailored to suit your needs.

Bring a unique, stirring and entertaining atmosphere to your home, shop, showroom, business, product launch, festival or event: personal, community or corporate. All will enjoy the powerful and earthy sounds of Taiko.

Schools: Incursion or excursion available, including performances and interactive drumming, bringing an engaging experience of Japanese culture to the students.

For more information or to check out our availability, click the 'Book Us'-link below or email admin@toowoombataiko.club

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