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# How do I join the Handpan Village ?

| The Handpan Village is available to all Academy members :)  !

Access to **The Handpan Village** is included with an active **Academy membership**.

Once you subscribe to the Academy, you will automatically receive the information and instructions needed to join the community space. Simply follow the steps provided in your welcome email to create your profile and start connecting with other members.

Inside The Handpan Village, you can:
* Ask questions
* Share your progress
* Participate in events and challenges
* Connect with handpan players from around the world

Simply put: It's the best place to be to learn handpan and connect with other students from around the world!