Drum lessons for children (from approx. age 6) in The Hague. Safe, playful and with structure. Parents are welcome at the trial lesson. Weekly or fortnightly lessons; VAT-free under age 21.
Drum lessons
for children.
Playful and safe, with a focus on broader development at their own pace. A place where your child can and may be themselves.
What drumming actually does
When a child sits behind the drum kit, body, ears and mind all work together at once. They learn something about timing, patience and confidence. About concentration and relaxation. About what they can do and what they dare to try. Those lessons happen naturally. They're built into the drumming itself.
Safety as a foundation
Children learn best when they feel safe. Calm space, patient teacher, consistent lesson structure. No pressure. Within that safety there's room for play and mistakes.
Seeing who your child is
We don't adapt to a plan, but to the child in front of us. Wild or quiet, fast or careful, it doesn't matter. Growth starts with truly seeing who you're dealing with.
Playful and clear
We sing, we dance, we make noise. But we're also clear about what we're doing and why. Play and learning don't exclude each other, they reinforce each other.
6+
years: your child can start from age six
30 min
or 45 minutes per lesson
21
no VAT on lesson fees until age 21
166
students a week, children and adults
What a lesson
looks like.
Every lesson lasts 30 or 45 minutes. Playing songs and having fun, with the focus on applying what they learn to the music they want to play themselves.
Which children
is this for?
We work with children from around age six. What 'ready' means differs per child. During the trial lesson we'll figure that out together.
6 – 8 years
First, the enjoyment.
9 – 12 years
Deeper into technique and timing.
Teenagers (13+)
Their own music, their own goals.
Drumming and
ADD / ADHD.
Drumming demands focus, but it also gives focus. Many children with ADD or ADHD experience in the studio for the first time what it feels like to be fully present. The rhythm holds them.
For us that's no problem at all. We know it, have a lot of experience with neurodiversity, give kids all the space to be themselves and make sure the environment is right for them. We adjust the pace, keep lessons predictable in structure, and know when to push forward and when to slow down.
Consistent structure
Every lesson follows the same format. This gives grounding to children who benefit from predictability.
Pace tailored to your child
We match the tempo. Fast when possible, calm when needed. No standard protocol.
Familiar territory
Years of experience with ADD, ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergence. Not a special case, just our normal work.
What parents
say.
A selection of recent reviews from parents.
"Our daughter just had her first (trial) drum lesson and she thought it was A-MA-ZING! Jelle did a fantastic job, she could follow the explanation perfectly and came home jumping and cheering."
Lisa
"Boaz (8 years): I've been taking drum lessons with Sekou for a few months now. The lessons are fun and I'm learning a lot quickly. Sekou is great at explaining things."
Daniëlle
"My son has become much more self-confident through the drum lessons. Excellent guidance!"
Linda
Everything you need
to know as a parent.
Can you stay and watch? When is your child ready? What does drumming do for concentration and self-confidence? We've written a guide specifically for parents considering drum lessons for their child.
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What it
costs.
Children under 21 benefit from VAT exemption. You pay monthly by iDEAL, 36 lessons per year, spread over 12 months. School holiday weeks are included.
There is a notice period of one calendar month.
There are cheaper options. The above is the standard price for 45 minutes per week. Lessons of 30 minutes per week start at €79.50 per month. Music is for everyone, so if costs are a barrier, just talk to us.
Weekly · 45 minutes
36 lessons per year · VAT-free
Where we
teach.
Studio 11, 13 and 14 at HPC Loosduinen. In the heart of The Hague's pop scene. Safe and easy to reach by tram, bike and car.
Studio 11
Studio 14
Studio 13
Ready to
start?
Book a free 30-minute trial lesson. Your child meets the teacher, sees the studio, tries out the drum kit. No pressure, just see whether they walk out afterwards with a smile, that's all that counts!