With the winter chill settling into the Helderberg, finding ways to stay active indoors becomes a bit of a priority. I noticed an interesting community event popping up on the local calendar that looks like it might provide a bit of warmth through rhythm rather than just a heater. The Summer Drum Club is scheduled to meet at the Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, offering a fairly unique way to spend a mid-year evening.
According to the event details shared by Kunshuis Art Collaboration Workshops, the session is designed as a winter warm-up. While the name Summer Drum Club might sound a bit contradictory for June, the focus appears to be on bringing people together for a loud, high-energy rhythm session. The event is set to run from 18:15 to 20:30, making it a solid two-hour commitment to some percussion work.
The venue choice at the Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club is quite a nice touch, as it usually offers a great atmosphere right by the water. Their listing mentions that the fee is R150 for general entry, which includes the use of a drum, so you do not need to worry about bringing your own gear if you are just starting out. For those who are already members of the club, the rate is slightly reduced to R130.
If you are thinking of heading through, there are a few practicalities to keep in mind from the organisers. Their announcement states that no food will be served during the session, so having a bite beforehand is probably a good idea. However, attendees do get a 25 percent discount on beverages to keep hydrated while drumming.
The organisers, Kunshuis Art Collaboration Workshops, require a bit of forward planning for this one. According to their notice, they need either a 50 percent deposit or the full fee at the time of booking to secure a spot. Booking is handled directly via WhatsApp with Erika, and they have listed the contact number as 082 824 0642.
It seems like a straightforward, community-driven event for anyone in Gordon’s Bay or the wider Helderberg area looking to try something different on a Tuesday night. It is always good to see the Yacht Club being used for these kinds of creative gatherings, and it might be just the thing to break the mid-week winter slump.
I’m a wife, mother and local publisher who traded Johannesburg and two years abroad for life in Somerset West. Through HelderbergStuff, I share lifestyle stories, local discoveries and noteworthy developments across Somerset West, Strand and Gordon’s Bay. For media and collaboration enquiries: marina@helderbergstuff.co.za
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