Kids

Drum Lessons for Kids in Montreal, QC

A kid playing drums at the Musiprof recital

Start drum lessons for kids in Montreal with patient, background-checked teachers. Electronic kits with headphones make daily practice work even in an apartment.

In-person lessons near you — or onlinePrivate lessons · Bands · Recitals
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Vetted teachers

Trained at top music schools

Satisfaction guarantee

If you aren't satisfied with your first lesson, we will credit 50% of the cost back to your account to help you find a teacher who is. Valid for first-time students only.

No hidden fees

Meet our drum teachers

Meet your Drum Faculty in Montreal

Academic Pedigree

Our drum teachers are university- and cégep-trained musicians who play across Montreal's scenes — and teaching kids is a specialty, not an afterthought. Every teacher is vetted and background-checked before meeting your child.

Trained drummers know how to build coordination through games and songs kids actually recognize, pacing lessons for short attention spans while real technique forms underneath.

Local Presence

Drum teachers serve families across the island — the Plateau, Rosemont, Villeray, NDG, Ahuntsic, Verdun and downtown — with at-home lessons the most popular family format.

Studio lessons on full acoustic kits are available too, and teachers can point families toward rehearsal rooms when a child is ready to play at full volume.

Curated Expertise

Kids' drum lessons start with rhythm games, stick control and simple grooves, growing into fills, reading and playing along with real songs. Drums reward children fast — they sound good early, which keeps motivation high.

For apartment families, teachers routinely work with electronic kits and practice pads, so daily practice never becomes a neighbour problem. Tell us your child's age and we'll match a teacher who fits, free.

Where do lessons take place?

Musiprof is a marketplace of independent, vetted teachers — not a school with one address. You choose how and where you learn:

At the teacher's studio

Learn at your teacher's private studio.

At your home

Your teacher travels to you, for a small travel fee.

Online

Live one-on-one video lessons, from anywhere.

Music Lessons in Montreal

Musiprof is a service that connects users to qualified private teachers who teach from their private studio locations or travel to your home in the Montreal area. Please view individual teacher profiles for their specific teaching locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any hidden fees or subscriptions?

No. The price on a teacher's profile is the full price you pay — no subscriptions, no contact fees. Some teachers who are members of the GMMQ (Quebec Musicians' Guild) include a pension surcharge, but this is always included in the displayed price. You are only charged when a lesson is confirmed by your teacher.

Do you offer in-person lessons near me?

Yes — Musiprof primarily connects you with teachers near you for in-person lessons at home or in studio. Online lessons are also available. Beyond private lessons, we offer a band program and community recitals for a complete musical experience.

What happens after I purchase?

The teacher will contact you within 24–48 hours to schedule your first lesson. If there's no contact within that window, Musiprof follows up on your behalf.

What is the refund policy?

You only pay for lessons taken. We refund untaken lessons minus a small cancellation fee (the lesser of $50 or 10% of the remaining value).

How frequently do lessons unfold?

By default, lessons are designed to be taken once per week to help you maintain consistency and momentum. A 5-lesson package, for example, is intended to be completed in 5 consecutive weeks. However, we understand that every student's goals are unique. If your teacher agrees, lessons can be scheduled at a different frequency (e.g., every 2 weeks or once per month). Please discuss your preferred schedule with your teacher during your first contact. Your package includes a 30-day grace period after your last scheduled session. If you are doing bi-weekly lessons, ask your teacher to extend your session dates in the system to ensure your file remains active.

Is there a Satisfaction Guarantee?

Yes! We want you to find the perfect match. If your first session isn't right, contact us within 48 hours. We'll credit 50% of the lesson cost back to your account so you can try a different teacher immediately.

Why should I pay through Musiprof instead of paying my teacher directly?

Paying through Musiprof is what keeps you protected — the Satisfaction Guarantee, refunds, and dispute support only apply to payments made on the platform. Paying a teacher directly (cash, e-transfer) voids those protections, and we can't help if something goes wrong. If a teacher ever asks you to pay outside Musiprof, please let us know.

Is Musiprof like a music school with semesters?

No. Musiprof has no semesters, terms or registration deadlines. You start with a single first lesson, covered by our Satisfaction Guarantee. After that, you continue at your own pace: buy a package of lessons or pay lesson by lesson. Unused lessons are refundable, and you can switch teachers at any time.

Do I have to buy a package?

No. After your first lesson, you can buy a package (usually a better price per lesson) or pay à la carte, where your card is charged after each completed lesson. Each teacher sets their own prices and lesson formats (in studio, at home or online), so check their profile for the details.

More about drum lessons

What age can my child start drum lessons?
Around six or seven for most kids, once they can hold sticks comfortably and follow a steady beat for a few minutes. Younger children often start with rhythm games and hand percussion, which teachers fold into early lessons.
Do we need a drum kit at home?
No. Sticks and a practice pad cover the first months, and lessons can run on the teacher's kit. When commitment is clear, an entry-level electronic kit is the usual next step — quiet, compact, and easy to find used in Montreal.
Won't drums be too loud for our apartment or duplex?
An electronic kit with headphones keeps practice at conversation volume, and a pad is quieter still. Montreal teachers plan lessons around low-volume gear every day — it's the standard setup here.
How does matching work?
Tell us your child's age, your neighbourhood and your schedule, and we propose a vetted teacher suited to young beginners — the matching service is free, and we rematch at no cost if the chemistry isn't right.

The Musiprof Community

Many of our drum instructors in Montreal also coach our Band Program. When you learn with us, you're not just getting a teacher; you're joining a local network of musicians.

Musiprof band C'est what posing as a group after the recital at Quai des Brumes in Montreal, Quebec.
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