A range of workshops tailored to enjoyable, interactive and energising sessions based on team building, communication and health & wellness, through the rythmic empowerment of hand drumming!! With 15 years expereince working in State Government covering various roles such as Project Management, Emergency Management and Administrative Management, as well as 10 years in the Australian Defence Force
Army Reserves, Craig Atkins has develop a sound understanding for the essential elements of teamwork and communication. played guitar since primary and from a Musical family...The first official live gig was Dec 95 and since has gained extensive experience in Live Performance, Recording, Multi-Intstrumentalist, Songwriting and a reputation for Percussive Improvisation in performance/studio with a variety of musical styles. This experience and knowledge incorporated with the passion for music and live performance, The Groove Van was formed to provide a unique and alternative approach to assist Businesses specialising in Team Building; Communication; Drumming Workshops/ Wellness Sessions. These workshops are based on using hand drumming to demonstrate the the value on individuals roles and the importance of working and interacting together by syncopating various drum patterns and rythyms, resulting in participants working towards a common goal...important for every business to have their staff on the same page. The power and energy from hand drumming provides participants with an increased level of well being in a positive and fun interactive environment, and employers with a unique alternative option, perfect for newly formed teams, strategic planning days, or an alternative session for established teams to reconnect with each other. The workshops can be tailored to include specific requirements of the client...also great for schools and using a fun way for children learning to share, social interaction and co-ordination.