Meet Brahm Olszynko...
Many moons ago, I moved to Montreal for an entire summer just to be part of the Tam Tams. I’d spend one day per week, with this extraordinary group of drummers that gathered, and then the rest of the week practicing what I learned. What a party! Hundreds of drummers and thousands of people dancing, playing chess and just loving life! Since we can’t pick up Montreal and put it in the best province in Canada, we’ll have to do the next best thing and bring a little part of it here... thus Brahm’s Tams was created to honour the Tam Tams that take place every sunny Sunday in Montreal.
The Beginning of Brahm’s Tams: I was sitting in my Beach Avenue apartment one Tuesday at my computer, and I could hear some rhythms coming from Sunset Beach. I ran down with my drum. Two guys were sitting on a bench jammin’ and I asked to join in. These guys were good. Our styles were different but sounded so sweet together. It was an instant bond of friendship over our common passion. I asked them if they would be up for a weekly jam and they said ‘yes’. The first circle over 7 years ago had 3 drums and 4 people.
...in Thailand
Brahm was longing for the same rhythms while traveling to Thailand to expand his spiritual journey. He began a drum circle on Sri Thanu Beach in Koh Phangan on January 6, 2013. Excited to be welcomed by the community this family friendly event is every Sunny Sunday at 5pm with the same essence of unity and community carried on from Canada. Brahm's Drum Jam is an interactive joyous celebration of sound with free flowing rhythms. Extra drums (large & small) and shakers are shared among the community.
Check out the beautiful moments captured in Brahm's Drum Jam Gallery
Connect on Facebook: Brahm's Drum Jam
Twitter: @Brahmsdrumjam
Pinterest: Brahm's Drum Jam
The Beginning of Brahm’s Tams: I was sitting in my Beach Avenue apartment one Tuesday at my computer, and I could hear some rhythms coming from Sunset Beach. I ran down with my drum. Two guys were sitting on a bench jammin’ and I asked to join in. These guys were good. Our styles were different but sounded so sweet together. It was an instant bond of friendship over our common passion. I asked them if they would be up for a weekly jam and they said ‘yes’. The first circle over 7 years ago had 3 drums and 4 people.
...in Thailand
Brahm was longing for the same rhythms while traveling to Thailand to expand his spiritual journey. He began a drum circle on Sri Thanu Beach in Koh Phangan on January 6, 2013. Excited to be welcomed by the community this family friendly event is every Sunny Sunday at 5pm with the same essence of unity and community carried on from Canada. Brahm's Drum Jam is an interactive joyous celebration of sound with free flowing rhythms. Extra drums (large & small) and shakers are shared among the community.
Check out the beautiful moments captured in Brahm's Drum Jam Gallery
Connect on Facebook: Brahm's Drum Jam
Twitter: @Brahmsdrumjam
Pinterest: Brahm's Drum Jam
Brahm's Professional Career
Brahm Olszynko works as a mobile massage therapist mainly servicing Vancouver's downtown core. He worked full time as the head therapist at Holts Salon and Spa in Holt Renfrew on Dunsmuir. His past years at that location brought great success. Before that he was a therapist at Vida Wellness Spa in the Sutton Hotel on Burrard. Previous to becoming an accredited Orthotherapist, he was a professional dancer in Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Modern. Playing the Djembe is a passion which he picked up 10 years ago when he put down his Tap shoes.
Monthly workshops: The Gift of Touch Series™
~ Teaching couples how to massage each other
For couples looking to enhance their connection in our busy society become pro-active in their pursuit to a healthy, happy relationship and can use the simplest components of touch as a true expression of love.
Couples learn basic skills to achieve meaningful change through this unique journey. In each workshop, the couple fosters ‘We-Ness’ which increases compassion and openness. By facilitating physical exploration each couple will see their marriage and relationship as teamwork. Through touch, couples will realize that their partner is their best friend, enhancing confidence, respect and love.
All of my workshops are designed to facilitate the growth of health and happiness by everyone involved by focusing and moving toward change in thought, feelings and behaviour. Each of the 12 workshops are unique and interdependent, yet complement the connection of the series. In a few short hours, each couple will walk away with more confidence, a greater closeness and skills that can last a lifetime ...amongst so much more!
For more information or to register for the next workshop, please visit www.chiortho.ca
Testimonials:
"Brahm is hands down one of the best massage therapists in Vancouver. His ability to listen and understand his client's needs as well as his indepth understanding and knowledge as an orthotherapist makes him an amazing healer. I recently experienced severe shoulder pain for several weeks and after just two treatments my shoulder pain diminished and I almost had full mobility to swim and workout again. I have recommended Brahm to all my friends and colleagues as the best deep tissue therapist in town." - Christina S.
"Thank you so much for the couples massage class! It was a wonderful bonding experience for us as a couple. We left the class relaxed yet rejuvenated and enjoyed every moment! Brahm’s personal attention and specific instruction in particular instances was educational and understandable. Brahm is a great teacher and we both really enjoyed learning from him. We look forward to future workshops!" - Tatiana Panassov
"My girlfriend and I went to a couples massage workshop with Brahm Olzynko in June 2010, and really enjoyed the experience. We felt that Brahm is very passionate about what he does, and it definitely shows. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient. At the end of the workshop, we felt that it was a great bonding experience for us as a couple. We left the class relaxed and rejuvenated, and look forward to the next workshop. This is a must do for every couple!" - Casey Reynolds
Brahm Olszynko works as a mobile massage therapist mainly servicing Vancouver's downtown core. He worked full time as the head therapist at Holts Salon and Spa in Holt Renfrew on Dunsmuir. His past years at that location brought great success. Before that he was a therapist at Vida Wellness Spa in the Sutton Hotel on Burrard. Previous to becoming an accredited Orthotherapist, he was a professional dancer in Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Modern. Playing the Djembe is a passion which he picked up 10 years ago when he put down his Tap shoes.
Monthly workshops: The Gift of Touch Series™
~ Teaching couples how to massage each other
For couples looking to enhance their connection in our busy society become pro-active in their pursuit to a healthy, happy relationship and can use the simplest components of touch as a true expression of love.
Couples learn basic skills to achieve meaningful change through this unique journey. In each workshop, the couple fosters ‘We-Ness’ which increases compassion and openness. By facilitating physical exploration each couple will see their marriage and relationship as teamwork. Through touch, couples will realize that their partner is their best friend, enhancing confidence, respect and love.
All of my workshops are designed to facilitate the growth of health and happiness by everyone involved by focusing and moving toward change in thought, feelings and behaviour. Each of the 12 workshops are unique and interdependent, yet complement the connection of the series. In a few short hours, each couple will walk away with more confidence, a greater closeness and skills that can last a lifetime ...amongst so much more!
For more information or to register for the next workshop, please visit www.chiortho.ca
Testimonials:
"Brahm is hands down one of the best massage therapists in Vancouver. His ability to listen and understand his client's needs as well as his indepth understanding and knowledge as an orthotherapist makes him an amazing healer. I recently experienced severe shoulder pain for several weeks and after just two treatments my shoulder pain diminished and I almost had full mobility to swim and workout again. I have recommended Brahm to all my friends and colleagues as the best deep tissue therapist in town." - Christina S.
"Thank you so much for the couples massage class! It was a wonderful bonding experience for us as a couple. We left the class relaxed yet rejuvenated and enjoyed every moment! Brahm’s personal attention and specific instruction in particular instances was educational and understandable. Brahm is a great teacher and we both really enjoyed learning from him. We look forward to future workshops!" - Tatiana Panassov
"My girlfriend and I went to a couples massage workshop with Brahm Olzynko in June 2010, and really enjoyed the experience. We felt that Brahm is very passionate about what he does, and it definitely shows. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient. At the end of the workshop, we felt that it was a great bonding experience for us as a couple. We left the class relaxed and rejuvenated, and look forward to the next workshop. This is a must do for every couple!" - Casey Reynolds
