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£14

PER WEEK

The Kickstart

20 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 20 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR AGES 6 - 10

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

£20

PER WEEK

BEST VALUE

In The Pocket

30 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 30 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR MOST AGE GROUPS

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

£40

PER WEEK

The Virtuoso

60 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 60 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR AGES 13+

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

WHAT YOU GET

WITH YOUR SUBSCRIPTION

✅ Clear Communication
Regular feedback and simple weekly goals for your child — so you're always in the loop.

📁 Easy Practice
Lesson videos & sheet music sent directly to you and uploaded to your personal Google Drive. No more lost sheet music!

🗂 10-Week Level-Up Plan
Each student follows a personalised 10-week roadmap, building core skills and keeping motivation high with clear, achievable targets.

🥁 MDS Levels System
A fun, stress-free alternative to traditional grades. Students level up by combining technique, creativity, and performance — with monthly check-ins to track real progress.

🎬 Rockstar Moments
We produce pro audio and video recordings of your child playing their favourite songs — their own mini music video to show off and be proud of.

🎼 Beyond Sheet Music
We teach improvisation alongside reading — so students can jam along to their favourite tunes, not just follow the page.

💪 Core Drumming Skills
From the very first lesson, we build independence, technique, and coordination in a fun and structured way.

🌟 Life Skills Through Drumming
Every beat builds patience, resilience, and creative problem-solving — skills that carry over into school and everyday life.

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DIRECT DEBIT

📅 Monthly Subscription
Lessons run on a monthly subscription – so it’s the same payment each month, no matter how many lessons you make it to.

Your subscription holds your slot, meaning your regular day and time is always yours – no risk of it being given away.

Need to miss a week?

No problem! Just let me know, and I’ll do my best to find a catch-up slot for you.

💳 Easy Payments via GoCardless
Payments are taken automatically each month through GoCardless –

✅ Advance warning when we're going to take payment

✅ No chasing invoices
✅ No hassle
✅ Full control – cancel anytime with just a couple of clicks

☀️ Summer Holidays
During the six-week break (21st July - September 1st) , it’s super relaxed –
You only pay for the lessons you book in.

OUR PROGRESS SYSTEM

MDS Levels, our Level-Up Program, and Our Guarantee...

MDS LEVELS

LEVEL-UP
PROGRAM

OUR
GUARANTEE

MDS Levels replace box-ticking exams with 8 personalised stages that build improvisation, reading, fluidity, and musical confidence — at any age or level. All included in your subscription.

Our 10-Week Level-Up Program takes you from Level 1 to 8 with clear goals and practice plans — all tracked in your digital Level Up Plan.

Here’s the kicker: If you don’t level up by week 10, we’ll teach you for free until you do. No charge — that’s our progress promise.

MDS LEVELS, PRACTICE AND MORE...

You won't find another music teaching business that guarantees your success - enough said.

FUN ISN'T AN AFTERTHOUGHT

✅ Fun First, Always! - Drumming should be exciting, inspiring, and packed with good vibes. We keep lessons fun, not formal!

✅ Grades? Totally Optional! - We’re fully equipped to teach up to Grade 8 in all syllabi—but only if you’re up for it!

✅ MDS Levels: A Fresh Alternative! - Skip the boring exam grind with our creative MDS Levels. More beats, less boredom!

✅ Play What You Love! - Pop, rock, jazz, hip hop—whatever gets you grooving, we’ll teach you how to play it.

✅ Improv Like a Pro! - No dusty, forgotten skill here—improvisation is a must-have tool for the modern drummer, and we make it fun!

✅ Your Drumming, Your Way! - Whether you want to ace grades, groove to your favourite tunes, or master the art of improv, we’ve got you covered!

Young man rocking out on the drums in his drum lesson in Bromgrove

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BOOST YOUR WELL-BEING

✅ Brain Boost – Drumming isn't just for the famous and slightly unhinged—it sharpens memory, focus, and learning. Who knew banging on drums could help with homework? (Hanna-Pladdy & Mackay, 2011).

✅ Better Coordination – Kids who drum get better at hand-eye coordination. So, expect them to be the first to catch that flying football at the park with their hands and not their face (Thompson et al., 2010).

✅ Emotional Outlet – Drumming lets kids get those emotions out without yelling, crying, or stomping around. It's like a therapy session, but with fewer Freud references (Koenig, 2015).

✅ Confidence Boost – As kids nail those beats, their confidence goes through the roof. They’ll feel amazing every time they sit behind the kit (Bittman et al., 2001).

✅ Social Superpowers – Group drumming means kids learn to share space, communicate, and, you know, not start drum wars with their friends (Fancourt et al., 2016).

✅ Fitness Fun – Drumming’s a full-body workout—it's like hitting the gym but way more fun. Plus, it’s good for the heart! (Schneider et al., 2010).

girl and boy playing and learning the drums and having fun

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MDS LEVELS:
Serious, Accountable Progress

✅ 8 Exciting Levels – From total beginner to confident drummer, each level builds real skills with music that feels great to play.

✅ Exams Are Optional – Go for the certificate if you like — or just keep levelling up without the pressure.

✅ Tailored to You – Each level is shaped to your age, ability, and musical taste — so you’re always learning at the right pace.

✅ Learn What Matters – Reading music, improvisation, groove, technique, and creativity — all the skills that make great drummers.

✅ Play Real Songs – Ditch the dull exam tunes. You’ll build your skills through music you actually enjoy.

✅ Pro Recording Option – Want to mark your progress with a studio-quality performance? You’ll have the option to record a pro track at the end of any level.

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SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS
(No Pressure, Promise!)

✅ Record Like a Pro – Get used to the spotlight with regular recording sessions. We’re talking professional sound and video (just you and your teacher)— take away some awesome footage to show off to friends and fam.

✅ Songs, Solos, and Chops – Whether you’re rocking a full song, shredding a solo, or showing off your killer chops, we’ve got you covered.

✅ Live Event Opportunities – Step up and strut your stuff on stage! We’ll give you the chance to perform live in front of an audience—just you and the drums.

✅ No Stress, All Fun – Show off when you’re ready, with no pressure. It’s all about having fun and getting comfy in front of people.

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PARENT'S, WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED

✅ Bored Waiting? Not Here! – While your little drummer is having their lesson, kick back, relax, and let us know if you fancy a coffee or tea in our waiting room right next to The Drum Cubby.

✅ No FOMO – Feel free to watch the lesson and see your kid rock out or hang-out in your car and catch a well-earned break from the little tike!

✅ Park Like a Pro – Forget about hunting for a space. We’ve got plenty of parking on a super quiet road—no parking drama here!

So, come for the lesson, stay for the coffee (and a sneaky peek at the drumming magic). 🎂🚗☕

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MOTIVATION TO PRACTICE

✅ Our MDS Levels turn progress into a game – Each level is made up of small, fun challenges that give you regular wins. You’ll tick off milestones quickly, and it feels good to see that progress stack up.

✅ Simple and achievable goals – No overwhelming pieces or rigid curriculums. Just clear, manageable targets that build up bit by bit.

✅ Learn songs you actually like – We’ll guide the choices, but the focus is on music you enjoy, so practice feels more like jamming than grinding.

✅ Optional pro recordings – Want a tangible way to celebrate your progress? We’ll record your playing (with your thumbs-up) so you can hear how far you’ve come.

✅ Every achievement gets hyped – Whether it’s nailing a groove, reading your first piece of music, or pulling off a tricky fill — we celebrate it all.

✅ Motivation that lasts – We break things down into realistic steps so you stay confident, encouraged, and hungry for the next challenge.

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THE LEVEL-UP PROGRAM
Hit your goals or I'll teach you for free

✅ Personalised Goals Each Week – No guesswork. Just clear, bite-sized wins tailored to your level and style.

✅ A Plan That Actually Works – You’ll get weekly practice plans that make progress feel obvious — and actually motivating.

✅ Track Every Win – Your digital Level Up Plan keeps you on course and shows how far you’ve come (and how close that next level is).

✅ Support Between Lessons – Got a question mid-week? Stuck on something? We’ve got your back with feedback and guidance between sessions.

✅ The Guarantee – Reach your next MDS Level by week 10 — or I’ll keep teaching you for free until you do.

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DON'T MISS OUT ON...

Drumming doesn’t just make you look cool — it rewires your brain, boosts your mood, and builds serious confidence..

🔥 A Confidence Boost Like No Other Drumming builds real self-belief. Miss it, and you might never unlock your boldest side.	💪 Full-Body Engagement No drumming? Then no fun way to move your whole body while staying completely engaged.	❤️ A Proven Stress Reliever No drumming? Then no natural outlet for tension and frustration. Don't miss out on the feel-good endorphins.	🎯 A Creative Hobby You’ll miss out on a lifelong skill that brings you joy, flow and purpose.	🧠 Sharper Focus & Mental Clarity You're missing out on improved concentration, coordination, and the kind of mental workout that keeps your brain sharp.

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FAQ

SUBSCRIPTION GUIDE

CLICK A BUTTON BELOW

£14

PER WEEK

The Kickstart

20 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 20 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR AGES 6 - 10

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

£20

PER WEEK

BEST VALUE

In The Pocket

30 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 30 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR MOST AGE GROUPS

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

£40

PER WEEK

The Virtuoso

60 MINUTE LESSONS (1 P/W)

✅ X1 60 MINUTE LESSON PER WEEK

✅ PERFECT FOR AGES 13+

✅ UNLIMITED ACCESS TO ALL PERFORMANCES & RESOURCES

WHAT YOU GET

WITH YOUR SUBSCRIPTION

DIRECT DEBIT

OUR PROGRESS SYSTEM

MDS LEVELS

LEVEL-UP PROGRAM

OUR GUARANTEE

MDS LEVELS, PRACTICE AND MORE...

MDS LEVELS: Serious, Accountable Progress

DON'T MISS OUT ON...

🔥 A Confidence Boost Like No Other

Drumming builds real self-belief. Miss it, and you might never unlock your boldest side.

💪 Full-Body Engagement

No drumming? Then no fun way to move your whole body while staying completely engaged.

❤️ A Proven Stress Reliever

No drumming? Then no natural outlet for tension and frustration. Don't miss out on the feel-good endorphins.

🎯 A Creative Hobby

You’ll miss out on a lifelong skill that brings you joy, flow and purpose.

🧠 Sharper Focus & Mental Clarity

You're missing out on improved concentration, coordination, and the kind of mental workout that keeps your brain sharp.

GOT A QUESTION WE'VE NOT ANSWERED?

LEVEL-UP
PROGRAM

OUR
GUARANTEE

MDS LEVELS:
Serious, Accountable Progress