Area Agency On Aging of Western Arkansas

3600 Wheeler Ave Ste 2, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Thursday, August 13th, 2026 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET (Includes 1-hour lunch break)

The Drums Alive Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite to attend a Drums Alive Golden Beats training.

For group registrations or to pay with a Purchase Order, email hello@drums-alive.com

 

What You’ll Gain

✔ Immediate activities and choreographies you can implement the very next day
✔ Specialized training in Golden Beats, Drums Alive’s active aging and wellness program (requires existing Drums Alive Basic Instructor Certification)
✔ Step-by-step teaching progressions for rhythm, coordination, and movement integration
✔ Strategies for inclusive engagement that support diverse learning styles and abilities
✔ Ideas for senior centers, active aging programs, and special events
✔ Techniques that integrate rhythm with cognitive learning and social-emotional development

Who Should Attend

  • Senior Center Staff and Activity Directors
  • Fitness and Wellness Professionals
  • Recreation Program Leaders
  • Physical Education Teachers
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Anyone interested in active, rhythm-based learning for older adults

What Makes Drums Alive® Unique

Drums Alive® is the only evidence-based cardio-drumming program that combines rhythm, movement, music, and brain-based learning to create an engaging experience that improves:

  • Focus and cognitive processing
  • Coordination and motor skills
  • Creativity and musical expression
  • Social connection and teamwork

Participants don’t just learn about the program, they experience it firsthand.

Golden Beats
Thursday, August 13th, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET

Prerequisite: Drums Alive® Basic Instructor Certification required. Registration is open to anyone who already holds this certification.

Training Includes

  • 8 hours of in-person professional training (including a 1-hour lunch break)
  • Official Golden Beats Instructor Certification
  • Specialized curriculum designed for older adults and active aging populations
  • Instruction from Drums Alive Master Trainers, Teri Lund and Hachya Fisher
  • Adaptive teaching strategies and movement progressions for diverse ability levels
  • Certificate of completion for professional development

 

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Live Drums Alive Golden Beats Training – August 13th, 2026

This dynamic, hands-on training equips wellness professionals and educators with practical strategies to integrate music, movement, rhythm, and cognitive learning using the innovative Drums Alive® approach. Participants will experience active learning, creativity, and practical application through a full day of immersive training focused on active aging and wellness. This training covers the Golden Beats certification for those working with older adults and active aging populations. Note that the Drums Alive® Basic Instructor Certification is a prerequisite for this training. This training will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Location: Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, 3600 Wheeler Ave Ste 2 ,Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901
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Drums Alive® is the original

Drums Alive® is the original, research- and evidence-based cardio drumming program, backed by over 25 years of development and used in schools and programs worldwide..

✔ Evidence-based impact
Supports cognitive development, coordination, focus, and social-emotional learning through multi-sensory engagement.

✔ High student engagement
Creates active, inclusive learning environments where all students can participate and succeed.

✔ Cross-curricular value
Integrates music, movement, and brain-based learning to support both academic and physical development.

✔ Professional training & certification
Educators receive structured training, curriculum, and ongoing support for successful implementation.

✔ Scalable for schools and districts
Can be implemented across music, PE, and enrichment programs.

The Result

Drums Alive® delivers more than activity—it provides a structured, sustainable program that supports whole-person development and meaningful outcomes.

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