Where children don’t just learn drums — they learn to think in rhythm
A musicianship-first rhythm and percussion program where children develop beat, timing, coordination, listening, ensemble skills and musical confidence through joyful music making.
At AuriBeats, children learn rhythm from the inside out.
Before simply copying drum patterns, they first learn to feel the beat, move with music, recognise rhythm patterns, listen deeply, and understand how rhythm works in real music.
Hear it. Feel it. Play it.
This is not traditional drum lessons
Many beginner drum programs focus heavily on reading rhythms, copying beats, or playing louder and faster.
While technique is important, AuriBeats believes true rhythmic understanding must come first.
Our program combines:
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Music Learning Theory-inspired teaching
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Drum kit foundations
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Hand percussion
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Xylophones, boomwhackers and resonator bells
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Movement and body percussion
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Ensemble-based learning
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Rhythm pattern development
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Listening and improvisation
Children do not simply memorise drum patterns.
They learn to understand, feel and create rhythm.
A rhythm foundation for young musicians
AuriBeats introduces children to the exciting world of drums and percussion in a nurturing, structured and developmentally appropriate environment.
Depending on age and class level, children may explore:
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Drum kit playing
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Hand drums and percussion
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Boomwhackers
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Xylophones
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Resonator bells
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Body percussion
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Rhythm games
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Ensemble grooves
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Improvisation and creative rhythm work
This gives children a broad rhythmic foundation before specialising more deeply in drum kit technique.
Why AuriBeats?
AuriBeats helps children develop:
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Steady beat and timing
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Coordination and motor skills
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Listening and concentration
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Rhythm pattern recognition
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Ensemble awareness
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Musical creativity
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Confidence performing with others
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Foundations for drums, percussion and broader musicianship
Children learn that rhythm is not just something to count.
It is something they can hear, feel, move with and understand.
Program Structure
Level 1: Ages 5–8 years
AuriBeats Level 1 is designed for younger beginners.
Children explore rhythm through movement, body percussion, percussion instruments, boomwhackers, xylophones, resonator bells and beginner drum kit activities.
The focus is on:
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Feeling steady beat
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Echoing rhythm patterns
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Moving to music
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Playing simple grooves
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Taking turns in ensemble activities
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Building confidence and coordination
This level is ideal for children beginning their rhythm and percussion journey
Level 2: Ages 9 years and above
AuriBeats Level 2 is designed for older beginners or students ready for more structured instrumental learning.
Students begin developing stronger drum kit skills while continuing to build musicianship through listening, rhythm patterns, ensemble work and creative playing.
The focus is on:
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Drum kit coordination
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Groove development
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Rhythmic accuracy
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Ensemble playing
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Improvisation
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Reading foundations
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Playing with backing tracks
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Musical independence
This level prepares students for more confident drum kit and percussion learning.
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How children learn in AuriBeats
Our teaching sequence follows our Auri-Instrumental approach guided by Music Learning Theory (MLT):
Hear it → Feel it → Say it → Move it → Play it → Understand it
Children are guided to experience rhythm before being asked to read or analyse it.
This helps them build real musicianship, not just mechanical playing.
Instruments Used in AuriBeats
AuriBeats may include:
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Electronic drum kits
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Hand percussion
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Xylophones or Glockenspiel
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Boomwhackers
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Resonator bells
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Rhythm sticks
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Body percussion
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Backing tracks and ensemble activities
Each instrument supports a different part of rhythmic development.
Together, they help children become more complete musicians.
Perfect for children who love rhythm, combined with movement, sound and energy
AuriBeats is ideal for children who:
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Love rhythm and drumming
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Enjoy active, hands-on learning
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Learn well through movement
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Need a structured but fun music class
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Want to build coordination and confidence
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Are not ready for private drum lessons yet
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Would benefit from ensemble-based learning
AuriBeats is energetic, engaging and purposeful.
More than just drums…
AuriBeats is not just a drumming class.
It is a rhythm musicianship program.
Children learn to listen, respond, create, coordinate and perform as part of a group.
They build skills that support all future music learning — whether they continue with drums, piano, guitar, strings, voice or another instrument.
Term Fees and Instruments required
Lessons are charged on a Term Basis.
Berrimah Studio- $310 per Term (10 Lessons)
School Programs- $248 per term (10 Lessons)
Contact us for schedule and availability.
Instruments required for home practice:
A Percussion Kit which includes
1. Glockenspiel with mallets
2. Drum Practice Pad with Drumsticks