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Native American Flute Making Workshops

Running flute making workshops is one of my favourite things to do, and they take place throughout the year here in Cornwall, UK. During the workshop, you’ll be guided step by step through the process of making your own Native American style flute by hand, in the same way I use to create my own instruments.

For the workshops, I work with bamboo, as it is already hollow, allowing us to complete a flute in a single day. Each workshop lasts around five hours and is kept intentionally small (a maximum of five participants) so everyone receives plenty of individual guidance. By the end of the day, you’ll have created a flute that not only looks beautiful, but sounds and feels wonderful too.

The atmosphere is always friendly and informal and filled with lots of stories, wisdom and joy. The workshops are open to anyone aged 12 to 112. No special skills or materials are required—just a willingness to create something meaningful and beautiful with your hands.

 

The cost of the workshop is £165 per person. Please see the listings below for upcoming dates and to reserve your place.

Native American flute making workshop with Shining Fox Creations in Dartmoor
Hand made flutes and feet created at flute making workshop

"I was gifted a flute workshop for my birthday. The whole experience was incredible. The yurt work space, the land, the company & Rikk’s relaxed teaching style was perfect. I LOVE my flute. I was so impressed with how beautiful, unique and rich the sound quality was from all the different flutes we all individually created."

Rachel B, 11/2025

Flute making workshop at Shining Fox Creations
Native American flute making workshop participants at Shining Fox Flutes with their new flutes
Playing flutes at flute making workshop

"I took part in a flute making workshop a few weeks ago while I was visiting the area, and the whole process was so enjoyable. It’s not only given me a beautiful flute that I can’t help but pick up and play when I’m walking around the house or take on my travels, but also inspired me to try and make some more flutes which I’m starting on this week!"

Ollie Terry, 8/2025

Milly rose Phoenix, 10/2025

"Highly recommend these beautiful flute making days.
Rikk is a wonderful kind patient teacher.
The location is amazing,
truly nourishing and nurturing.
Can’t wait to go back
and create more flutes.
Love my handmade flute
A very special day."

  • 24 Jan 2026, 10:30 – 16:30 GMT
    Chyan Cultural Centre, Halvosso, Penryn TR10 9BT, UK
    Interested in creating your own Native American flute? Come join Rikk as he guides you through the process on this very special 1 day workshop . No experience is necessary and all tools and materials are provided. Exchange £165. See below for more details.
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  • 14 Mar 2026, 10:30 – 16:30 GMT
    Chyan Cultural Centre, Halvosso, Penryn TR10 9BT, UK
    Interested in creating your own Native American flute? Come join Rikk as he guides you through the process on this very special 1 day workshop . No experience is necessary and all tools and materials are provided. Exchange £165. See below for more details.
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  • 25 Apr 2026, 10:30 – 16:30 BST
    Chyan Cultural Centre, Halvosso, Penryn TR10 9BT, UK
    Interested in creating your own Native American flute? Come join Rikk as he guides you through the process on this very special 1 day workshop . No experience is necessary and all tools and materials are provided. Exchange £165. See below for more details.
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