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We might slow down a bit as we age, but the idea of leaving everything fun in the past? It’s a silly, outdated concept, isn’t it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can absolutely “teach an old dog new tricks”. And learning new skills, such as picking up an instrument, comes with a ton of extra benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re bringing a drum circle into a retirement home or sitting down on a full kit for the first time, you’re never too old to learn the drums.<\/a> You don’t even need to be able to hold a drumstick. If you can tap a surface with your finger or palm, you can play rhythms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re a senior, a caregiver, or have a friend\/relative who would benefit from this info, spread the word! <\/p>\n\n\n

Read: What Can Drumming Do For Your Health?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

1. Drumming improves memory<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Imagine if you could strengthen your brain’s abilities just by playing a drumming ‘video game’. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, this is exactly what happened in a new study<\/a>, which found that musical rhythm training improved short-term memory (specifically facial recognition) in a group of people aged 60-79. You know how people talk about using word games to keep your mind sharp? Rhythm games came out on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Could this mean drumming could help those with Alzheimer’s reconnect with their loved ones?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drumming has also been shown<\/a> to make the brain of long-time players more efficient. Another study<\/a> shows how drumming can also help people with Huntington’s Disease (progressive nerve cell degeneration).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have fun, stay limber, and <\/em>work your brain? Sign us up.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Learn drums online, anytime.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Did you know that many Drumeo members are retirees? If you’re in your golden years and are looking for a new activity to keep your mind sharp and your body active, join our supportive and patient community at Drumeo<\/a>, an online drum lesson platform that includes practice tools for learning your favorite songs and more.<\/p>\n

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2. Drumming is a social activity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If we have one thing, it’s a strong sense of community. Drummers are incredibly supportive of each other – maybe even more than any other type of musician. It makes sense, considering drumming is one of the oldest known forms of music as well as a long-distance communication method, and rhythm is in all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drumming transcends languages and cultures. You don’t need to know music theory to play. You can also jam with others, whether that’s part of a drum circle or in a band. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies have found that group drumming can increase social resilience while reducing depression and anxiety<\/a>. Seniors might feel isolated as they age, especially during and after the holidays. Joining a drum circle or participating in a drumming program could be a great way to connect with other people, even if no one says a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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