It’s never too early or never too late to learn the drums or any hobby for that matter. But early childhood is always the best. Kids have a lot of energy & in today’s day and age there are few outlets . Majority of them spend their time hooked to a screen which really doesn’t help. When it comes to hobbies to keep them active drumming would be one of the top options.
I know what you must be thinking-
“I don’t want to listen to a newbie drummer making noise all day”
“I can’t afford another class which my kid is going to neglect in a week”
Believe it or not you can start small with a practice pad, stick & a teacher to gauge interest. When it comes to noise you can look at how to practice the drums silently.
HERE ARE 6 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD PROVIDE THE GIFT OF DRUMMING TO YOUR LITTLE ONE:-
DRUMMING IS AN OUTLET FOR ENERGY
Depending on their age and personality kids have a lot of energy in them . Instead of running around the house while you are trying to make dinner or breaking stuff ( not everybody does that 🙂 they could play the drums and channel that energy. Admit it, kids will love it when they are encouraged to hit on stuff instead of the usual reprimanding!
DRUMMING BUILDS CONFIDENCE
Some shy kids may find that playing a loud attention grabbing instrument gives them a bigger voice . Being able to work on a skill for days & feeling the rush of mastering it boosts confidence. Learning new songs means facing obstacles & taking up the challenges head on.
DRUMMING CAN IMPROVE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
This might sound too good to be true but research shows drumming to have a positive impact in cognitive development. The litening, motor, rhythm and memorial skills develop can be applied in the classroom.
One study found that rock drumming for just an hour a week helped autistic children with better focus and social interaction in school.
DRUMMING IS GREAT EXERCISE
When you get moving on the kit, every practice becomes a cardio workout. According to CalorieLab, a 150-pound adult drums away an average of 200 calories per hour.There are plenty of studies that support drumming as a form of exercise. Dont have a nice playground near your apartment ? You have a good solution here!
DRUMMING GIVES KIDS SOMETHING PRODUCTIVE TO DO
Instead of gaming on an Ipad , a regular activity like drumming provides a useful distraction after school. Because it requires focus and energy, it’s also the perfect outlet to relieve stress and anxiety. Some go so far as to describe playing drums as meditative and good for mental health.
YOUR LITTLE ONE IS GOING TO THANK YOU SOMEDAY
Majority of people who start learning an instrument later on in life regret having not started early on because of the time required to get good at it. Enrolling them for lessons early will give them a headstart and get them to an expertise level they will thank you for some time .
Is your little one at the right age to give drumming a try? Get in touch with us.
