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Second Annual DRUM CIRCLE FACILITATORS CONFERENCE
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FEBRUARY
23 – 25, 2007
MYRTLE BEACH,
SOUTH CAROLINA
WHEN
February
23 – 25, 2007
WHY
This year’s Conference is being organized by the Drum Circle
Facilitators Conference Planning Committee and is being hosted by the Drum
Circle Facilitators Guild. It is open to anyone who uses percussion and rhythm
event facilitation in his or her work. The Conference's purpose is to further
the knowledge base and the depth of practice by offering workshops on a wide
range of topics from designing specialized programs to developing effect
marketing strategies and materials.
Enjoy friendship and leading-edge learning in this new
profession as it grows and develops. The Second Annual Drum Circle Facilitators
Conference is a place to share our “Best Practices”
discoveries, further the evolution of our craft, and help
build and realize higher business potential.
WHAT
Workshops will include:
· DCF Business Development (market presence, client base,
equipment &
logistics, start-up funding, etc.)
· Program Design & Activities for Specific Populations
(children,
special needs, organizational training, health, etc.)
· DCF Techniques and Strategies (activities, games,
resources)
· DCF Mastery (personal presence, inner development,
facilitating
overall event flow & energy, inter-disciplinary
resources, peer feedback)
Open periods for additional discussion and practice topics
(including
your own)
Jump Time for facilitation practice, Jam Time for evening socializing and creative expression
WHO
The Conference is for everyone who uses rhythm and drumming
activities in
their work in the areas of:
~ Education ~ Health & wellness ~ Community events
~ Youth development ~ Elder care ~ Workplace training
~ Social services ~ Active Seniors ~ Meetings & events
Conference sessions are designed for participants who have
knowledge and experience with basic DCF principles. Beginning DCFs are welcome,
however introductory instruction will not be offered.
WHERE
Ocean Creek Resort, a beautiful waterfront property in Myrtle Beach, South
Carolina,
a city served by several major airlines. We have an all-inclusive
package including room & board to conveniently share our
meals and
unscheduled time together. See www.oceancreek.com.
HOW MUCH
Conference Fee: (INCLUDES 6 meals from Friday dinner through
Sunday lunch.
Lodging is separate -- see below.)
$230 early registration through January 12
$260 after January 12
LODGING: Book
lodging directly through Ocean Creek at 1-877-844-3800. Mention the Drum Circle
Facilitators Conference, Source Code 156123 to receive the special rate we have
negotiated.
Rooms range from studios to 3-bedroom suites. Total per
person cost for 2
nights ranges from $50 and up, depending on how many people
share a room.
See full lodging information at
www.dcfg.net/dcfg06/news.shtml.
WHAT NEXT
More information and online registration: www.DCFG.net.
Thank You,
Drum Circle Facilitator’s Conference Committee 2007
Jonathan Murray
DCFG liaison & president
Local Coordinator/ Host
Kalani
Program Development
Mary Tolena
Program Design & Scheduling
Ted Owen
Graphic Design Promotion
John Fitzgerald
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