Djembe Certification - Beginner level

Prove your foundation: clean strokes, steady grooves and playing in time with the practice loops. 100 EUR, online and personally reviewed.

Prove your foundation: clean strokes, steady grooves and playing in time with the practice loops.

What is assessed

  • Stroke clarity
  • Posture and hand position
  • Subdivision control
  • Groove execution
  • Loop synchronization
  • Call accuracy
  • Flam coordination
  • Sound consistency
  • Confidence and flow
  • Video quality and instructional adherence

How it works

  • Apply by email and receive the assignment checklist, example videos and recording instructions
  • Submit your videos stage by stage; each stage is reviewed within 7 days with personal feedback
  • After payment your videos are scored on the full rubric and you get a PDF certificate, usually in 7-10 days

Each level is scored on 10 criteria worth 1 to 5 points. Passing takes at least 35 of 50 points and no major weakness in the core skills. 100% online and self-paced, a smartphone camera is enough.

Price: 100 EUR

An additional review attempt after a failed stage evaluation costs 15 EUR. You must be an active Djembe Studio member and 18 or older (under 18 with parental consent).

Apply: email certification@djembe.studio with your full name, location, membership email and level, subject 'Certification Program'. More: https://certification.djembe.studio.