Reopening for in-person lessons from Monday April 12.

​​More info coming soon.

Hi. I'm Mike.

To get good at anything, you've got to love doing it.

Good lessons are a huge part of that - so take your time to find a teacher you're 100% happy with. 
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​Here's what I offer

Real World Lessons With A Pro

Let's get on with the stuff that really matters.

(Forget notation - when was the last time you saw a drummer reading sheet music!? Ever!!?)

Learn On Dual Kits

See it, do it. ​One kit for you, one for me.

The simplest way to learn (faster too).

Pay As You Go

No need to buy blocks of lessons up front.

Book online one lesson at a time and pay on the day.

These Are Your Lessons

Most teachers work like a bus. They take lots of people to the same place (usually pretty slowly).
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I'm a taxi. I ask where you want to go, then I take you there.

 Here's some things I suggest getting started on.
• Stage 1 •
Play By Ear
Master the 10 beats that will let you play along with 1,000+ songs (no sheet music needed).
• Stage 2 •
Solo Playing
​Master moving around the kit and showing off. Less isn't more. More is more.
Songs
Learn you favourite songs note for note (​library of 200+ songs here for inspiration).
Grades
Get certificates and endlessy brag to your mates. 100% pass rate. (Optional!)
• Stage 3 •
Technique
Fix hand / foot technique and polish to a high gloss. Play better with less effort.
Inspiration
Learn new chops to freshen up your playing and keep you sounding current. 
Habits
Turn your weakness into strengths and destroy your plateu.

Over 4,000 Lessons Taught

"I make a 50 mile round trip for my lessons with Mike because he is the best in the business....Top bloke, great teacher, unbelievable drummer!!!"
"Mike is a funny guy and excellent teacher. I fully recommend taking lessons with him."
"Lessons with Mike are always engaging and fun with the perfect level of challenge. Worth every penny."
"Mike has a good way of explaining things. No matter how complex something seems he makes it easy to understand."

Interested?
Drop me an email and mention:
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​• Your age (if under 18)
• If you've played or taken lessons before
• If you're right or left handed
(I'll get back to you within 24 hours with the green light to book. I'll also send my address)

Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups do you teach?
• Adult
Standard lessons recommended.

• Age 13+
​Standard lessons recommended.

• Age 9-12
Simpler 'Core Lessons' only.

• Below Age 9
Not currently offered
Do you do grades?
Yes - optionally. Grades are available in Stage 2. Pass rate 100%.
Do you teach notation?
I use my own 'Beat Grid' system instead of traditional notation. It's faster and easier to read, meaning we can focus on playing instead of paperwork.
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However, I'm happy to teach traditional notation if it's required (i.e. - grades).
Where are you?
I'm on the edge of Benson, Oxfordshire - near the RAF base. I'll send through my full address to you after you get in touch below.
Are you DBS checked?
Yes. Tap enlarge. (I've blanked out my date/place of birth as these are my banking security questions!)