19th – 26th July 2026
A week-long retreat for anyone interested in exploring the roots of Afro-Cuban percussion and ensemble work. Our small-group folkloric percussion retreats offer intensive study in the foundations of Cuban rhythms, including batá, rumba, makuta, bembé, gúiro, palo and iyesá, among others. These highly polyrhythmic traditions strengthen timing, ensemble skills, focus and confidence. The retreat is also a great space to connect with like-minded people. We tailor each course to the needs and level of the group.
The week-long retreats are split between tuition and practice time, making the most of the amazing location, relaxing and, of course, eating and drinking.
Course tutors
David Pattman and Vicky Jassey
(Read more about them here)
Accommodation and Prices
Prices:
The price includes seven nights’ accommodation, three meals a day, and five days x four hours of tuition. (Please see below for costs not included.)
- Earlybird rate: a non-refundable deposit of £150 paid before 19th May 2025.
- Regular rate: a deposit paid after 19th May 2025.
- Full payment: due by 5th April
Single Room: (Please note, you will still be sharing a bathroom)
*Earlybird Single Room: £845
Regular Single Room: £935 (1-3 available)
Shared rooms: 3 available
Earlybird Shared Room: £725
Regular Shared Room: £795
Glamping (2 people per tent):
Earlybird Glamping: £675 each
Regular Glamping: £730
What the retreat includes:
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- 4 hours of tuition x 5 days plus practice time.
- 7 nights accommodation.
- 3 meals a day.
- Accommodation – shared, single rooms or glamping.
- Access to percussion instruments
- The chance to stay in a beautiful farmhouse in the spectacular countryside away from the distractions of everyday life.
Not included:
For more information, visit our travel information page.
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- Flights
- Airport transfers:
- Travel Insurance
- Extra nights accommodation
- Extra meals
- Alcohol
How to book
Step 1: Fill out our registration form. (You will be directed to our Finca Ara Oko website.
Step 2: Pay your deposit by clicking on the payment link or using our bank details. Please read our Cancellation and Participation Guide before booking.
Step 3: Pay the outstanding balance directly to our bank account by the 30th of April 2025.
Payment Options
Please remember to read our Retreat Cancellation Guide,
Submit the form and make a payment to secure your place today.
There are no payment fees.
Monzo Easy Payment Link for the deposit (Opens in a separate window)
Alternatively, pay directly into our account. These details are also used for the outstanding balances.
Bank Details:
Victoria Rosemary Jassey
Bombo ProductionsSort
code: 04-00-03
Account number: 10614012
To pay in Euros via Revolut
Beneficiary: Victoria Rosemary Jassey
IBAN: GB44 REVO 0099 7089 4931 33
BIC / SWIFT code: REVOGB21
CODE: @victors5wd
Our space – Accommodation.
Our catering – Food at Finca Ara Oko
How to get to us – Travel Information