Does your child constantly drum on household objects like table tops or pots and pans? Do they like to make noise using whatever they have in their reach? Congratulations: you just might have a drummer in the family!
However, many parents wonder: how do you know when a child is ready to study drums?
The best age to start drum lessons is generally between ages 6 to 7, as this is the age where most students gain the mental focus needed to learn an instrument. Even so, while ages 6 to 7 are considered the best age to learn the drums, there are always exceptions, and it ultimately comes down to your child’s willingness to learn & practice.
Is your child ready to start drum lessons?
For the beginning musician drums are one of the easier instruments to pick up, however mastering it will require years of dedicated effort. Each student is unique & each progresses at their own pace.
Concepts like rhythm or timing are important music skills when learning the drums, and younger children in particular can benefit from the positive effects of music on cognitive development. These effects will have a positive impact on growth and learning in other activities.
Watch some of our students drumming to a song at the end of the 6-week Beginner’s Course
7 Signs your Child is ready to Learn the Drums
- Your child can comfortably hold the sticks-Children may get frustrated if the sticks are too big for their hands.
- Your child has basic rhythmic ability- If you notice your kid is able to keep rhythm as they dance, sing or play along to songs, then they have the basic rhythmic ability needed to learn an instrument.
- Your child can count to 4 – When starting the drums, it’s important to understand drum notation – which uses timing and basic counting skills.
- Your child is motivated to learn-If your child expresses interest in wanting to play the drums, then they probably are ready to take the next step.
- Your child has the focus required for lessons-Most lessons are between 30-45 minutes long. Children that cannot hold focus for this amount of time may not be ready to begin lessons.
- Your child has time in their daily routines to practice-Regular practice is essential to learning any instrument. Children with no time to practice will fail to see results, and become frustrated. Our experts recommend students practice for at least 30 minutes every day.
- Your child is mature enough to commit- In order to start the drums & see progress, a student must be mature enough to take on the commitment of learning an instrument, respect their educators & peers, and practice consistently.
So do you feel your child is ready to start learning the drums?
Go ahead & get ready for a fun journey ahead with some rocking music filled evenings with your child.
Join our Beginner’s Offer and try out the drums with a 6-week crash course!
