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Everything you need to learn drums online

Join thousands of drummers worldwide advancing their skills with our comprehensive platform. Get instant access to exclusive sessions, structured courses, live lessons, and professional instruction.

Growing Global Community

20+ Years Teaching Online

Trusted by Industry Professionals

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One Plan, Full Access

Choose your desired plan get access to everything you need to start your drumming journey.

Learn With Mike

Mike Johnston is an internationally recognized educator, clinician and musician dedicated to the art of drumming education.

$2.8 million"My number one priority in teaching is to help you grow. Whether you learn best by watching, listening, reading or a combination of all three, we will do it together"

Why Choose Drum Lessons Online?

Everything you need to break through plateaus and practice with confidence from anywhere in the world.

A Complete Drumming Ecosystem

Keep up with fresh and fun lessons that keep you inspired to have fun with the drums and apply what you’ve learned through each course topic.

Meet the GrooveScribe

The world’s most intuitive interactive drum notation and playback tool, designed by Mike Johnston. Hear it, see it, and practice it at any tempo directly in your browser.

Check Out GrooveScribe

FAQ — Drum Lessons Online

Got questions before starting your free trial? Here are the most common things drummers ask.

Ready to Transform Your Drumming?

Join thousands of drummers worldwide and start your 7-day free trial today. Immediate access to 500+ lessons, live streams, and the GrooveScribe.

Start Your Week Free Trial

Everything you need to learn drums online

Join thousands of drummers worldwide advancing their skills with our comprehensive platform. Get instant access to exclusive sessions, structured courses, live lessons, and professional instruction.

Growing Global Community

20+ Years Teaching Online

Trusted by Industry Professionals

Start Your Week Free Trial

One Plan, Full Access

Choose your desired plan get access to everything you need to start your drumming journey.

Monthly

Sensible spacing, type-led layouts, dark mode that actually works. No theming homework.

Fast where it counts

Storefronts paint in under two seconds on 4G. Checkout completes in three taps.

Honest analytics

Real revenue, real conversion. No vanity charts that flatter you on a slow week.

Learn With Mike

Mike Johnston is an internationally recognized educator, clinician and musician dedicated to the art of drumming education.

Stance below the screener's hips — every possession
High-hands closeout, chop the last two steps
One pass away: deny. Two away: help-side line
Talk every screen — 'screen left' or you sat
Box out first, chase the ball second
Sprint back — no jogging in transition, ever

$2.8 million"My number one priority in teaching is to help you grow. Whether you learn best by watching, listening, reading or a combination of all three, we will do it together"

Why Choose Drum Lessons Online?

Everything you need to break through plateaus and practice with confidence from anywhere in the world.

Learn Drums at Your Own Pace

Stream 500+ structured video drum lessons 24/7 on any device. Replay, slow down, and practice whenever your schedule allows.

World-Class Expert Instruction

Learn directly from Mike Johnston, internationally recognized educator and clinician with over 25 years of global teaching experience.

Structured Learning & Instant Feedback

Follow clear learning roadmaps from foundational hand technique to advanced 4-way coordination, with weekly live stream clinics.

A Complete Drumming Ecosystem

Keep up with fresh and fun lessons that keep you inspired to have fun with the drums and apply what you’ve learned through each course topic.

Sessions

In-depth multi-part practice routines with studio-quality backing play-alongs.

Courses

Progressive masterclasses covering hand technique, foot speed, independence, and rudiments.

Live Streams

Interactive weekly live broadcasts where you can ask Mike questions in real time.

Candy Shop

Fresh, bite-sized grooves, chops, and fills to keep your daily practice inspiring.

Meet the GrooveScribe

The world’s most intuitive interactive drum notation and playback tool, designed by Mike Johnston. Hear it, see it, and practice it at any tempo directly in your browser.

Check Out GrooveScribe

FAQ — Drum Lessons Online

Got questions before starting your free trial? Here are the most common things drummers ask.

Start with our structured Beginner Foundation series. Practice with a metronome, slow down complex grooves with our GrooveScribe tool, and join the weekly live sessions for direct coaching and feedback.

Do I need a full drum kit to start?

No — you can begin your drum lessons online with a simple practice pad or electronic kit before moving to a full acoustic setup.

How does the free trial work?

You get full, unrestricted access to every course, video session, live stream, and community feature for 7 days. If you decide it is not for you, cancel anytime with one click before the trial ends.

Can I ask Mike questions directly?

Yes! Every week Mike hosts live stream Q&A sessions where you can submit questions, get real-time feedback on your technique, and connect with fellow drummers.

Are the lessons suitable for complete beginners?

Absolutely. We have comprehensive step-by-step tracks starting from holding the sticks properly, basic posture, and first beats all the way up to advanced polyrhythms.

Ready to Transform Your Drumming?

Join thousands of drummers worldwide and start your 7-day free trial today. Immediate access to 500+ lessons, live streams, and the GrooveScribe.

Start Your Week Free Trial

Monthly

Sensible spacing, type-led layouts, dark mode that actually works. No theming homework.

Fast where it counts

Storefronts paint in under two seconds on 4G. Checkout completes in three taps.

Honest analytics

Real revenue, real conversion. No vanity charts that flatter you on a slow week.

Stance below the screener's hips — every possession
High-hands closeout, chop the last two steps
One pass away: deny. Two away: help-side line
Talk every screen — 'screen left' or you sat
Box out first, chase the ball second
Sprint back — no jogging in transition, ever

Learn Drums at Your Own Pace

Stream 500+ structured video drum lessons 24/7 on any device. Replay, slow down, and practice whenever your schedule allows.

World-Class Expert Instruction

Learn directly from Mike Johnston, internationally recognized educator and clinician with over 25 years of global teaching experience.

Structured Learning & Instant Feedback

Follow clear learning roadmaps from foundational hand technique to advanced 4-way coordination, with weekly live stream clinics.

Sessions

In-depth multi-part practice routines with studio-quality backing play-alongs.

Courses

Progressive masterclasses covering hand technique, foot speed, independence, and rudiments.

Live Streams

Interactive weekly live broadcasts where you can ask Mike questions in real time.

Candy Shop

Fresh, bite-sized grooves, chops, and fills to keep your daily practice inspiring.

Do I need a full drum kit to start?

No — you can begin your drum lessons online with a simple practice pad or electronic kit before moving to a full acoustic setup.

How does the free trial work?

You get full, unrestricted access to every course, video session, live stream, and community feature for 7 days. If you decide it is not for you, cancel anytime with one click before the trial ends.

Can I ask Mike questions directly?

Yes! Every week Mike hosts live stream Q&A sessions where you can submit questions, get real-time feedback on your technique, and connect with fellow drummers.

Are the lessons suitable for complete beginners?

Absolutely. We have comprehensive step-by-step tracks starting from holding the sticks properly, basic posture, and first beats all the way up to advanced polyrhythms.