Drum lessons for every age and every level
Fun, intuitive lessons from a relaxed, professional home studio in Upminster. Complete beginners, young drummers, adults and returning players all welcome.
Who lessons are for
Whether you are picking up sticks for the first time or getting back behind the kit after years away, lessons are shaped around you.
Complete beginners
No experience needed. We start from the very first stroke and build from there.
Kids and teens
Friendly, focused lessons that keep young drummers motivated and playing music they enjoy.
Adults
It is never too late to learn. Go at your own pace, whatever your goals.
Returning players
Played years ago? Brush off the rust, fix old habits and get your confidence back.
Exam students
Working towards Trinity graded drum exams, if you would like to.
Not sure where you fit?
Drop us a line and tell us a little about the student. We will point you in the right direction.
Get in touchWhat lessons are like
Every lesson is one to one, in a studio set up for drumming. Relaxed enough to enjoy, focused enough to make real progress.
- Built around youLessons follow your goals and your pace, whether that is your favourite songs, a first gig or an exam.
- Proper technique from the startGood habits with the hands and feet make everything else easier later on.
- Grooves, songs and readingLearn the beats that drive real music, and learn to read drum notation along the way.
- Solid timingPractise with a click so your time feels steady and confident, on your own or with a band.
Getting started is simple
Three steps and you are behind the kit.
Book online
Choose a 30 or 60 minute lesson and a time that works for you. No account or password needed.
Pay by bank transfer
Lessons are paid in advance. The payment details are on your booking page.
Come to the studio
Your confirmation includes the studio address in Upminster. Just bring yourself, everything else is here.
From the Practice Room
Practical advice for practising at home, from the gear you need to the books worth owning.
The Drummer's Reading List
The books that give you real practice material, from first grooves to professional-level reading, with a home routine for each stage.
Read the postEssential Gear for Drum Practice
You do not need a full kit to start. A practice pad, a pair of sticks and a metronome are all it takes.
Read the postSetting up to practise at home
Quiet practice options, buying a kit second-hand, keeping the neighbours happy, and the exercise books we recommend.
Read the postCommon questions
What ages do you teach?
All ages. We teach children, teenagers and adults, from their very first lesson onwards.
Do I need a drum kit at home?
No. You can learn a great deal with a practice pad, a pair of sticks and a metronome. Our post on essential gear for drum practice explains what to look for.
Where are lessons held?
In our home studio in Upminster, Essex. For everyone's privacy, the full address is sent to you in your confirmation after you have booked and paid.
Ready to play?
Book online in a couple of minutes. Pick a lesson length and a time that suits you.