{"id":15404,"date":"2019-05-17T14:16:38","date_gmt":"2019-05-17T21:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=15404"},"modified":"2023-07-14T14:50:59","modified_gmt":"2023-07-14T21:50:59","slug":"5-reasons-why-kids-should-play-drums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/5-reasons-why-kids-should-play-drums\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why Kids Should Play Drums"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s never too early or too late to learn an instrument. Whether they\u2019re taking out their energy on the good ol\u2019 pots and pans, need a hobby to keep them occupied after school, or they\u2019ve been begging you for a drum kit, the answer is clear: drumming is probably on the table in the near future (figuratively, but maybe literally as well).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know what you might be thinking: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI don\u2019t want to listen to a newbie drummer make noise all day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI can\u2019t afford another hobby my kid is going to neglect next week.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, you can start with a quiet practice pad, a pair of sticks, and a teacher before you invest in the real deal. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/how-to-practice-without-driving-the-neighbors-crazy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also many ways to practice when you can\u2019t have a full drum set at home.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/344200371\" width=\"640\" height=\"361\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s why you should consider providing <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the gift of drum<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to that youngster<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ol><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#1-drumming-is-an-outlet-for-energy\">Drumming is an outlet for energy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-drumming-can-improve-academic-performance\">Drumming can improve academic performance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-drumming-gives-kids-something-productive-to-do\">Drumming gives kids something productive to do<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-drumming-is-great-exercise\">Drumming is great exercise<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-drumming-builds-confidence\">Drumming builds confidence<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-drumming-is-an-outlet-for-energy\"><b>1. Drumming is an outlet for energy<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on their age and personality, kids have a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lot<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of energy. Sitting them down with an iPad won\u2019t cut it, and sports aren\u2019t for everyone. Instead of running around the house while you&#8217;re trying to make dinner, they could be channeling their energy into drumming. Admit it: it feels good to hit things, and it can even improve a bad mood by releasing endorphins. Parents of preteens, take note.<\/span><br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-drumming-can-improve-academic-performance\"><b>2. Drumming can improve academic performance<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This might sound like the best excuse ever, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3957486\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research shows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> drumming to have a positive impact on cognitive development. Whether it\u2019s listening skills, memory skills or fine motor skills, rhythm training comes with major benefits that can be applied in the classroom. You can even think of playing drums as learning a new language.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/20473869.2018.1429041\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that rock drumming for just an hour a week can help autistic children with better focus and social interaction at school. And as if that wasn\u2019t enough, learning rhythm theory teaches counting and fractions, too!<\/span><br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-drumming-gives-kids-something-productive-to-do\"><b>3. Drumming gives kids something productive to do<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than sit in front of a screen or be tempted by trouble, a regular activity like drumming provides a useful distraction after school. Because it requires focus and energy, it\u2019s also the perfect outlet to relieve stress and anxiety. Some go so far as to describe playing drums as meditative and good for mental health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1915\" height=\"1260\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15448\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg 1915w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/16193241\/DSC_3093-1.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1915px) 100vw, 1915px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-drumming-is-great-exercise\"><b>4. Drumming is great exercise<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you get moving on the kit, every practice becomes a cardio workout. According to CalorieLab, a 150-pound adult drums away an average of 200 calories per hour. There are dozens of studies that support <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/8-health-benefits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drumming as a form of exercise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whether you\u2019re playing pop, funk, or rock, you\u2019re increasing your heart rate and engaging your muscles while moving around the set. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonus: Drummers develop coordination between limbs, which exercises the brain, too. <\/span><br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"box-snippet\">\n<div class=\"shadow\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div><i class=\"fas icon fa-solid fa-question\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"text-container\">\n                    <strong>Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/drumming-questions\/\">The Most Common Drumming Questions (Solved)<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-drumming-builds-confidence\"><b>5. Drumming builds confidence<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some shy kids may find that playing a \u2018loud\u2019 instrument gives them a bigger voice (don&#8217;t forget to give them proper ear protection). But being able to work on a skill, break it down into manageable parts, and feel successful when you master it&#8230;that\u2019s a confidence-builder in itself. Learning new rhythms and songs on the drums means overcoming obstacles and looking a challenge straight in the eye. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many drummers play with other musicians or meet other drummers, and feeling like you\u2019re part of a community can help with social confidence as well.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re planning to be the teacher, hiring someone in person, or choosing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/edge\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online drum lessons like Drumeo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019re making the right decision &#8211; one that will positively impact that kid for their entire life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>P.S. Here are some fun performances from kid drummers. You may recognize a few of the names!<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tony Royster Jr. (Age 12)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BA5D-WEcNGA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yoyoka Soma (Age 9)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/agW6LpJhh60\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Senri Kawaguchi (Age 12)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/12aLC0azql4\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lyonya Shilovsky (Age 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qkf4cAfJqxI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dexter (Age 8)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zwSqwPSMi7E\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drumming can reduce stress, improve your health, and even keep you out of trouble. 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