Question 1

What To Expect In Your Trial Lesson.

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Here’s how your FREE taster lesson goes:

Park on our quiet road—or go full rockstar and use the drive. Rupert the dog might greet you (unless you're not a fan—just don’t mention him and he’ll stay snoozing).

Parents: You’re welcome to watch your child get drumming in The Drum Cubby or chill in the car while your mini drummer gets stuck in. Prefer a walk? There’s a lovely short route nearby—just ask. Or grab a seat in our waiting room (nap optional—we won’t judge!).

We’ll start with the basics: holding sticks, sitting properly, hitting the drums right, and naming each part of the kit. Then you’ll learn a fun, easy beat that works with loads of songs—instant win!
We'll chat about your favourite tunes, maybe throw in a drum fill if you're flying, and wrap it up your way.

Question 2

What age groups do you teach?

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I teach students of all ages, from young beginners (around 6 years old) to adults of any age. Lessons are tailored to suit the needs, goals, and skill levels of each individual.

Question 3

How Do Payments Work?

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We use a safe system called GoCardless to take payments. It lets us take money from your account for the drum lessons you’ve had each month, based on your plan. 
This means you don’t have to remember to send money or check bills — it's all done for you! You can stop it anytime, and you’re always in control.

Question 4

I'm Not Keen On Dogs, Can I Still Come To Lessons Without Seeing Rupert?

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Sure! Here's a cheekier and friendlier version of that:
Of course! Rupert’s a total sweetheart (and hypoallergenic to boot), but we totally get that not everyone’s a dog person. Just give us a heads-up if you’d prefer him out of the way—no offence taken! He doesn’t hang out in the Drum Cubby anyway, so you won’t find him sneaking in for a solo.

Question 5

What should I bring to my first lesson?

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Just bring yourself and your excitement to play! If you have sticks or a practice pad, great! If not, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered. And if you want, you can say hello to Rupert, my dog—he loves a good pet before we get started!

Question 6

Do I need my own drum kit to start lessons?

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Nope! You don’t need your own kit to get started. I’ve got the gear—you bring the enthusiasm. That said, a practice pad at home wouldn’t hurt but no rush.

Question 7

Where Do I Park?!

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We're tucked away on a lovely quiet street with loads of parking right outside – zero stress, just rock up!

Question 8

Do I need any experience to start lessons?

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Not at all! I’m here to take you from “what’s a snare drum?” to “look out, world, here comes a drummer!” No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Question 9

How long are the lessons, and how often should I take them?

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Lessons run 20, 30, or 60 minutes. Once a week is ideal for making real progress, but if you’re more of a binger, we can book more.

Question 10

Are drum lessons noisy? Should I be worried about mine or my child's hearing?

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Great question, our drum-kit is a hybrid acoustic/ electronic kit. This means that we can manually turn the volume down or up - it'll never be loud enough to harm their hearing.

Question 11

I'm A Parent, Can I Sit In On Lessons?

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Absolutely! The Drum Cubby’s a cosy little spot – so as long as you’re not claustrophobic, you’ll be just fine! Or hey, why not take a break from the kids and chill in the waiting room with a cuppa.

Question 12

What is your cancellation policy?

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If you can’t make your lesson, we’ll do our best to shuffle things around and find another time that works. Sometimes that just means you’ll get double the drumming fun in one week.
But! If we can’t pin down a reschedule, the lesson will still be billed — think of it as your spot being reserved just for you. That said, we're usually pretty good at making it work. 😉

Question 13

How Do Home Lessons Work?

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They’re a little different to sessions at The Drum Cubby. If you’d rather we hit the road and come to you, you’ll need your own drum kit ready to go.
 Curious? Drop us a message and let’s chat about it! 🥁🚗

Question 14

Couldn't I just teach myself the drums using YouTube?

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Sure, you could learn drums on YouTube—just like you could learn to drive by watching racing videos. Fun until you hit a roundabout! 😅 With us, you get real feedback, personalised lessons, and zero bad habits.

Question 15

Wouldn't I be better off learning drums at school?

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Sure, school drum lessons are great—if you fancy sharing a kit that looks like it’s been dragged down a motorway and playing "Twinkle Twinkle" on repeat! With us, it’s all about your favourite music, pro gear that actually sounds good, and lessons tailored just for you. No waiting, no noise battles

Question 16

How are we different from other music schools that teach everything from flute to kazoo?

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Unlike other schools teaching everything from flute to kazoo, we’re all about drums—100% pure, unfiltered drumming.​ With us, you get specialist lessons tailored just for drummers—no one-size-fits-all nonsense. More playing, more progress, and way more bang for your buck. Other schools can keep their recorders.

Question 17

Do you teach Guitar? Vocals perhaps? Triangle even?

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Nope.

Question 18

What styles of drumming can I learn?

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Anything from classic rock to headbanging metal, funk to jazzy smoothness—if it makes noise, we can make it sound good. Even if you just want to learn the intro to We Will Rock You (no judgment).

Question 19

How are lessons structured using the MDS Levels system?

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Forget boring exams and rigid grades—MDS Levels are all about real drumming. You’ll:
1. Play Cool Stuff: Learn pieces you actually want to play.
2. Jam Out: Improvise over songs I choose, so you’ll always be on your toes.
3. Groove & Smash: Master beats and fills for your favorite genres.
 You’ll be a versatile drummer before you know it!

Question 20

Can I learn to play specific songs?

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Yes! Whether you want to master a stadium anthem, impress friends with a tricky groove, or just prove you can play “that one song,” we’ll break it down until you’re nailing it.

Question 21

Do you offer online drum lessons?

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You bet! We can rock out online—no need to leave your house or even change out of your pyjamas. The same high-energy lessons, just with fewer traffic jams and more slippers.

Question 22

What payment methods do you accept?

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We offer a simple subscription model—just sign up with your details through our secure payment system, and you'll be billed monthly. No hassle, no extra steps required!

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