Education Testimonials

“Within minutes the children played complex rhythms. They were fascinated by the different pitches the Boomwhackers produced and the way they combined to create exciting music.”

Lisa Hoyland, Music Teacher Gonerby Hillfoot Primary School, Lincolnshire

“A HUGE thank you – the drumming day was an absolute success. You both catered fantastically for all age groups – every single child got something out of it and thoroughly enjoyed it. The head teacher is talking about trying to incorporate it every year!
All staff said how good you both were with the children and your enthusiasm got to us all!”

Louise Fairlamb, Teacher Baslow St.Annes Primary School, Derbyshire

“Unbeatable Energy was totally inspirational. They are so full of energy, enthusiasm and encouragement and the children couldn’t wait to join in with the infectious rhythm of the drums. Children who are normally reluctant to participate found themselves playing away, watching, listening and responding as Steve moved around the group using signals to indicate variations of pace or volume.

The look on our little four year old with no English who had only been in school two weeks said it all. Unable to contain his excitement, he was off his chair drumming ecstatically on a drum almost bigger than himself! This was a way he could communicate without language and he loved every moment!

The whole school throbbed to the beat as each class enjoyed a workshop session and we couldn’t believe that Steve could keep up the fast and furious pace. He was still going strong at the end of the day when the parents came along to hear a performance by each class. The parents were amazed with the way Steve handled the children and they were thrilled to see just how much the children had achieved in such a short time.
The whole day was a wonderful experience that the children, staff and parents will never forget and we shall certainly be coming to Steve again.”

Jane Clay, Headteacher, Holt House Infant School, Sheffield

“Our international day was greatly enhanced by the drumming workshop run by Unbeatable Energy. The beats and vibrations were felt around the whole school. Through their clear instruction and inspiration, all the students and staff were able to follow the rhythms and join in. Student’s confidence grew as they were able to play the drum rhythms despite their initial reservations and they gained a great deal of insight into West African culture. Feedback from the day placed the drumming activity as the firm favourite! I would be happy to recommend ‘Unbeatable Energy’ to other schools who would like an African Drumming Experience.”

Helen Renard, Assistant Head Robert Pattinson Secondary School, Lincolnshire

“We have used Unbeatable Energy on a number of occasions in school, working with both children and staff. Their energy and enthusiasm is infectious and inspiring. The children love the workshops which are great fun and even children and staff who wouldn’t consider themselves ‘musical’ gain so much by taking part in their sessions. Indeed we have enjoyed working with Unbeatable Energy so much we have now purchased from them our own set of African drums.”

Gordon Hamilton, Headteacher Mosborough School, Sheffield

“As a school that tries to offer a wide and varied program of enrichment opportunities for our children I can honestly say Unbeatable Energy has been one of the best visitors we have had for a long time – two weeks on from your visit and the children are still talking about the workshop and drumming the rhythms, literally everywhere! It was a sheer pleasure to see how animated the children became and what energy was used by everyone taking part. The school became alive with rhythm and beat which could be felt vibrating throughout – what a fantastic impact Unbeatable Energy made on our school!”

Mrs A P Hurrell, Headteacher Huttoft Primary School, Lincs

“I am writing to express my appreciation of your work with our children. Thank you for the enjoyment you have given them and the drumming skills they have learned from you. You have turned them into a professional troupe. Their attitude and commitment to the project is testament to your excellent relationship with them. Thank you for enriching their experience.”

William Lee, Headteacher Longley Primary School, Sheffield