Open to any age, any ability. No experience needed.

This friendly Samba Band draws adults from all ages and all walks of life, learning to play all the Samba instruments together in a supportive group environment. Sessions are £3 to drum and 50p for coffee & biscuits. Anybody who comes with a person/group that they support or care for, just pay for coffee. 

Wednesdays - 10.00-11.30am
Holmfirth Tech, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AR. 
Thursdays - 10.00-11.30am
Denby Dale Methodist Church, Cumberworth Lane, Denby Dale, HD8 8QT
Valley Beats is supported by the Central England Co-operative
“The Yorkshire Cluster Group of Central England Co-operative supports this workshop and our vision is to make a real difference to our members and their communities. Co-operation, teamwork and self development underpins everything that we do, which is why we want to support the people in our communities to learn, develop and achieve more.”

What happens during a session?

We provide a variety of percussion instruments from bass drums to bells to create a carnival Samba Band. We help you choose some instruments that are just right for your needs and encourage everybody to stand during the sessions but you can sit when needed. Denby Dale venue is fully wheelchair accessible. Please contact us for wheelchair access to Holmfirth venue.
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We play a variety of rhythmic pieces together, using different rhythms layered over each other, forming a percussion orchestra. We also do exercizes to build on confidence and listening skills.
​​The drumming can be loud so if you do not enjoy loud noises then this is probably not the group for you. You can consider purchasing ear defenders from your local DIY store for under £5.

Venues and Accessibility

Wednesdays at Holmfirth Tech
As the band has expended its membership we have outgrown our previous home at the Postcard Inn and are now making use of this lovely new community centre at the old adult education building. We use the music room on the lower ground (basement) floor. While the lift is out of action access is recommended via the rear entrance - down the drive to the left of the building then through the door at the back. There is wheelchair access through a particular door but please ring ahead to advise us you need access for a wheelchair so we can ensure the door is open. While the lift is out of action there is currently no wheelchair access to the toilets. You can use the Tech car park at the rear but note the drive is very narrow.
Thursdays at Denby Dale Methodist Church
We use the function room at the church, straight ahead when you come through the front door. The building has full disabled access with a ramp to the front. Parking is to the rear of the building, accessed via Wesley terrace (not Cumberworth Lane).  There is an accessible toilet in the main foyer.


​Now looking for new recruits!

Please complete the below form so we know to expect you.
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​Or ring Katie on 07736 049089

    Yes, I'd like to come or I'd like more information.