Australian Taiko Academy

Australian Taiko Academy Classes

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko at the Australian Taiko Academy! Taiko playing requires great energy and teamwork – its expression is primal and earthy. Taiko playing is also great exercise. It is a musical activity that is challenging and fun, and offers wonderful benefits like reducing stress, aiding relaxation and inviting personal expression.

Experience the taiko by way of a Play Taiko Intro Workshop or joining an 8-week Beginners class.

Bachi Club 11- 14yrs (Tuesday) - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class for no charge!  If your child loves it and would like to continue, you only pay for the remaining term classes....

Tataku 14 -18 yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

Fast paced and high energy – get ready to enter the exciting world of taiko! Devised especially for young adults, Tataku provides an opportunity to build new musical skills, develop...

Taiko Tots 3-5yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class at any of the first three classes of the term for no charge.  If your child loves it and would like to continue only...

Mini Beats 6-10yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class at any of the first three classes of the term for no charge.  If your child loves it and would like to continue only...

Bachi Club 11- 14yrs (Saturday) - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class for no charge!  If your child loves it and would like to continue, you only pay for the remaining term classes....

Beginners A in Japanese Monday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Japanese studies in action! Begin your taiko journey while immersing yourself in Japanese language and culture. 
 
Learn the technical basics of...

Beginners A Tuesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners A Saturday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners B in Japanese Monday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Japanese studies in action! Begin your taiko journey while immersing yourself in Japanese language and culture. 
 
Learn the technical basics of...

Beginners B Saturday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners B Tuesday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 19 February - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 12 March - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 2 April - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 2 April - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 14 May - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 18 June - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 9 July - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 9 July - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 20 August - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 24 September - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 24 September - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 22 October - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 19 November - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 17 December - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Elements I Sunday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Elements I Sunday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

TAIKO NO WA Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taiko no Wa meets every Sunday from 2pm - 4pm at the Taikoz Ultimo studio. To join Taiko no Wa it is a prerequisite to regularly attend at least one weekly Elements...

Elements I Tuesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements I Tuesday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Elements I Online - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Our online Elements classes are designed for players with some taiko playing experience and focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements II Wednesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements II Wednesday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 2 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

ONIKENBAI CLUB Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Onikenbai is a beautiful, powerful and fascinating dance/music form that hails from Iwate Prefecture, Japan, and our Onikenbai Club is dedicated to the practice of the unique dance and music...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 9 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 16 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 23 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

SOLD OUT!

ATA Ensemble - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Advanced

                              »Please read the following information before booking«

The ATA...

Elements Advanced - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Advanced

Elements Advanced is a stream that is focussed on the experienced player, as well as those who may not yet have a lot of experience, but who are keen to develop their technique and...

Elements Advanced | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Advanced

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

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03 Mar 2023

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SIDE BY SIDE in Gunnedah and Tamworth

03 Mar 2023

We're thrilled to be taking Side By Side on the road again in 2023 and first up is Gunnedah and Tamworth - can't wait! Taikoz hasn't played...

Australian Taiko Academy

Australian Taiko Academy Classes

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko at the Australian Taiko Academy! Taiko playing requires great energy and teamwork – its expression is primal and earthy. Taiko playing is also great exercise. It is a musical activity that is challenging and fun, and offers wonderful benefits like reducing stress, aiding relaxation and inviting personal expression.

Experience the taiko by way of a Play Taiko Intro Workshop or joining an 8-week Beginners class.

Bachi Club 11- 14yrs (Tuesday) - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class for no charge!  If your child loves it and would like to continue, you only pay for the remaining term classes....

Tataku 14 -18 yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

Fast paced and high energy – get ready to enter the exciting world of taiko! Devised especially for young adults, Tataku provides an opportunity to build new musical skills, develop...

Taiko Tots 3-5yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class at any of the first three classes of the term for no charge.  If your child loves it and would like to continue only...

Mini Beats 6-10yrs - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class at any of the first three classes of the term for no charge.  If your child loves it and would like to continue only...

Bachi Club 11- 14yrs (Saturday) - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Kids And Teens

TRY A CLASS FOR FREE ON US:
Please join us for a try-out class for no charge!  If your child loves it and would like to continue, you only pay for the remaining term classes....

Beginners A in Japanese Monday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Japanese studies in action! Begin your taiko journey while immersing yourself in Japanese language and culture. 
 
Learn the technical basics of...

Beginners A Tuesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners A Saturday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners B in Japanese Monday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Japanese studies in action! Begin your taiko journey while immersing yourself in Japanese language and culture. 
 
Learn the technical basics of...

Beginners B Saturday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Beginners B Tuesday - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Beginner

Learn the technical basics of taiko and sample a few specific playing styles in our Beginners classes – the perfect starting ground for your taiko journey. The curriculum is divided...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 19 February - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 12 March - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 2 April - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 2 April - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 14 May - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 18 June - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 9 July - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 9 July - Term 2 2023

Term 2
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 20 August - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 24 September - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 24 September - Term 3 2023

Term 3
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 22 October - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Play Taiko Intro Workshop Sunday 19 November - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Join our 90-minute introduction workshop.
Play Taiko will leave you with a unique group experience that will...

Family Play Taiko Workshop Sunday 17 December - Term 4 2023

Term 4
Workshops

We are thrilled to continue our fun and fascinating workshop series – Family Play Taiko. This workshop has been created so all members of your family (8+ years) can experience the joy of...

Elements I Sunday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Elements I Sunday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

TAIKO NO WA Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taiko no Wa meets every Sunday from 2pm - 4pm at the Taikoz Ultimo studio. To join Taiko no Wa it is a prerequisite to regularly attend at least one weekly Elements...

Elements I Tuesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements I Tuesday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Elements I Online - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Our online Elements classes are designed for players with some taiko playing experience and focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements II Wednesday - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Designed for students with some taiko playing experience, both Elements classes focus on the integration of movement of bachi, arms and body, good sound production, development of...

Elements II Wednesday | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 2 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

ONIKENBAI CLUB Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Intermediate

Onikenbai is a beautiful, powerful and fascinating dance/music form that hails from Iwate Prefecture, Japan, and our Onikenbai Club is dedicated to the practice of the unique dance and music...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 9 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 16 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

Drop-In Class Thursday | 23 Feb - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Intermediate

Open dojo on Thursday evenings – all welcome!

Drop-In sessions will be held every week in Dojo 2 from 7:30-9:00pm. These will be led by Taikoz Artists...

SOLD OUT!

ATA Ensemble - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Advanced

                              »Please read the following information before booking«

The ATA...

Elements Advanced - Term 1 2023

Term 1
Advanced

Elements Advanced is a stream that is focussed on the experienced player, as well as those who may not yet have a lot of experience, but who are keen to develop their technique and...

Elements Advanced | Annual Membership - Full year 2023

Full Year
Advanced

Taikoz is pleased to announce Annual Class Membership again for 2023. 

We recognise that so many of our students are committed to their classes and show an...

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