Drums Classes in Dubai
Find your rhythm with one-to-one drum lessons at a Registered Trinity College London Exam Centre. All ages welcome.
About Our Drums Classes
Drums classes at Melody Makers in Dubai are one-to-one, 1-hour lessons on a professional kit for ages 6 and up, taught at our Karama studio and online via Zoom. As a Registered Trinity College London Exam Centre, we prepare students for graded examinations while building stick control, limb independence and real-world performance confidence. Regular concerts give drummers live stage experience from their first year.
Every drum lesson is a full one-hour, one-to-one session on a professional drum kit. Students develop essential skills including stick control, limb independence, reading drum notation, playing with a click track and developing their own musical voice behind the kit. Our instruction covers theory and practical work in combination, building not just physical technique but the musical understanding that makes a drummer versatile and in-demand.
As a Registered Exam Centre of Trinity College London, we prepare drum students for internationally recognised graded examinations. Our exam preparation includes in-house mock exams, progress monitoring and specialist workshops on exam technique.
Drums are perfect for students who love rhythm, want a high-energy musical outlet, or aspire to be the backbone of a band. Our regular concerts and performance opportunities give drum students the experience of playing for a live audience - where a drummer’s role is essential.
What You'll Learn
- Grip, posture and stick control fundamentals
- Basic rock, pop, funk and jazz beats
- Fills, transitions and song structure navigation
- Limb independence and four-way coordination
- Reading drum notation and chart interpretation
- Playing with a click track and backing tracks
- Dynamics, ghost notes and musical expression
- Rudiments: paradiddles, flams, drags, rolls
- Trinity College London drum exam preparation
- Performance skills and playing in an ensemble context
Who Is This For?
Children
5–12 years
High-energy lessons using junior drum kits and age-appropriate beats. Drumming channels youthful enthusiasm into coordination, focus and musical skill in a way that children find irresistible.
Teenagers
13–17 years
Learn the beats and fills behind your favourite songs while building serious technique. Teen drummers progress rapidly and many prepare for Trinity exams.
Adults
18+ years
Drumming is one of the most stress-relieving, physically engaging instruments an adult can learn. Whether you are a complete beginner or returning after a break, we tailor lessons to your goals.
Trinity College London Exam Preparation
Melody Makers is a Registered Exam Centre of Trinity College London. We prepare drums students for internationally recognised graded examinations from Initial through to Grade 8. Our exam preparation programme includes:
- Individualised lesson plans aligned to the Trinity syllabus
- Constant progress monitoring with clear milestones
- In-house mock examinations simulating real exam conditions
- Specialist workshops with tips on exam technique and facing the examiner
- Theory and supporting test preparation integrated into every lesson
Certification is optional. Students can also learn purely for enjoyment without pursuing formal examinations.
Class Format & Schedule
Duration
1 hour per session
Format
One-to-one (individual lessons)
Location
C 110, Karama Center, Al Karama, Dubai
Transport available to certain areas
Online
In-studio only
Drum lessons are conducted in-studio only due to the nature of the instrument. Our studio is equipped with professional drum kits.
Meet Your Drums Teachers
Christopher Bacacao Racal
Supervisor, String Department
Electric, Acoustic & Classical Guitar, Bass Guitar & Drums
Kenneth John J. Verdun
Guitar & Drums Instructor
Electric, Acoustic & Classical Guitar, Bass Guitar & Drums
Our multinational faculty brings years of teaching and performance experience. Meet the full team →
Why Choose Melody Makers?
Nearly Three Decades in Dubai
One of the longest-running music and fine arts centres in the city. Same family, same passion, since day one.
Trinity Exam Centre
Registered Exam Centre of Trinity College London. Prepare and sit exams at our centre for internationally recognised qualifications.
Personalised Attention
Choose private one-to-one or small group classes. Every student always has their own instrument. Low teacher-student ratios across all programmes.
Performance Opportunities
Regular concerts, stage shows and charity events develop confidence and give students the thrill of performing for a live audience.
Online & In-Studio
Classes available at our Karama studio and online via Zoom for students across Dubai, the UAE and internationally.
Free Trial Lesson
Every new student is welcome to a free complimentary trial. Experience our teaching quality before making any commitment.
How Much Do Drums Classes Cost?
From AED 390 / month
From AED 620 / month
Why we can price below the Dubai average
- ·Same Karama location since 1997. Rent was locked in decades before Dubai's commercial property boom. Most new studios in Jumeirah, JLT or Business Bay pay 5-10x our rate and pass that cost to students.
- ·Family-run, not VC-backed. No investor return targets to hit, no middle-management layer. The savings go back into keeping lessons affordable for UAE families.
- ·Small class sizes by default, not as an upsell. You get personal attention at the group rate — not a crowded class with a premium 1:1 tier gating the real teaching.
- ·No hidden fees. No enrolment fee, no recital fee, no annual membership. Pay month-to-month. Exam fees only if you choose to sit Trinity or ABGMVM.
See our 2026 Dubai music lesson price guide for a full breakdown of what studios across Dubai charge.
What Drums parents and students are saying
Verified reviews from Google
Chris sir was very helpful in helping me learn the drums. He tailors his teaching depending on the student so every student gets personal attention. Thanks to his help, i made more progress than i ever thought possible in the little time that i spent there
Arvind
May 2026
Learning how to play the drums has always been a dream of mine . I started 4 years ago knowing basically nothing, and over time it’s become something I genuinely enjoy and look forward to. A big shoutout to Chris Sir, who’s been there with me since day one. He’s always been super…
Nishka Shetty
May 2026
Melody Makers has been an incredible part of our son’s musical journey. He started drum lessons here as a toddler, and teaching such young children takes a rare combination of patience, skill, and genuine passion. We were very fortunate to have Kenneth Sir as his teacher. Kenneth…
Jossie Mendonca
Apr 2026
I’ve been learning drums at Melody Makers for about 5 years, and it’s been such an amazing and passionate journey. My teacher, Mr. Kenneth, has helped me grow so much, not just in my skills in playing, but in my confidence too. Because of his constant encouragement, I’ve had so m…
dhriti nagesh
Apr 2026
Would highly recommend to anyone keen to learn a musical instrument. I learnt the drums and bass guitar under the guidance of Chris sir, and am grateful to him and the institute for the time and care they took in teaching me what I've learnt.
Aryan Chibber
Apr 2026
My son (Vivan) Learned his entire drum in Melody Makers, he was always looking forward to his drum classes and excited. From day one his bonding Chris Sir was amazing and still he is in touch with Chris. My daughter Koena as learned her Guitar lessons there, she always talk about…
Swarup Mukherjee
Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful Guides & Resources
29 Years of Melody Makers: A Letter to Our Students, Families and Faculty
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Last updated: April 2026
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