
One-to-one drum lessons with a professional performing drummer. From complete beginner to advanced and exam level. Learn jazz, blues, funk, rock, and more in a supportive studio environment.


Every lesson with Col, a professional performing drummer, focuses on building your technique, timing, and confidence. Whether you’re picking up drumsticks for the first time or preparing for an exam, lessons are designed around your goals and pace.
Expert one-to-one instruction focused on building strong technique, timing, and musical confidence. Learn from a working professional drummer with real-world performance experience.

45-minute private lessons tailored to your level and goals, led by a professional performing drummer with over 38 years of experience in a supportive studio environment.

Specialist jazz tuition with strong versatility across blues, soul, funk, indie, rock, and world music. Learn the styles you love with guidance from a professional performing drummer.

Full DBS certification and public liability insurance in place, providing a safe, professional, and trustworthy learning environment for students of all ages.

Structured preparation for Trinity, Rockschool, and ABRSM exams, with clear goals, regular progress tracking, and focused support at every stage.

A sensory-friendly studio and flexible teaching approach designed to support neurodivergent learners. Col has experience working with students with ADHD and autism, creating a calm, focused, and encouraging space to learn and grow.

Learn from a drummer with over 38 years of playing experience, bringing real musical insight, strong fundamentals, and practical musicianship into every lesson.
Students at CGL Pro Drum Tuition develop real technical skills, confidence, and musical understanding with personalized instruction from an experienced professional.
Col's teaching completely transformed how I approach the drums. His focus on timing and technique gave me the foundation I needed to play with real confidence.

James Mitchell
Intermediate student, 2 years
I was nervous about starting as an adult beginner, but Col made me feel comfortable immediately. The sensory-friendly studio is perfect, and every lesson builds on what I've learned.

Sarah Thompson
Adult beginner student, 6 months
Col helped me prepare for my Trinity Grade 4 exam with clear, structured guidance. I passed with distinction because of his detailed teaching approach and support.

Marcus Chen
Exam student, Trinity Grade 4
As someone with ADHD, I was worried lessons wouldn't work for me. Col's sensory-friendly studio and patient approach made all the difference. I actually enjoy practicing now.

Alex Rodriguez
Young student with ADHD, 1 year
Col brings real live performance experience into every lesson. Learning from someone actively playing jazz at a professional level makes the instruction authentic and inspiring.

Emma Wilson
Jazz-focused student, 18 months
My son went from tapping along to songs to playing actual drum patterns. Col's teaching style keeps him engaged and motivated to practice between lessons.

David Patel
Parent of young student, 10 months
Col brings 38 years of professional drumming and teaching expertise to every lesson. DBS certified, fully insured, and trained to support all learners.
38+
Years in music
Col's extensive professional career spans live performance, international touring, and dedicated teaching.
100%
DBS certified
Fully vetted and insured. Your lessons take place in a safe, professional, secure environment.
Multiple
Exam pathways
Trinity, Rockschool, ABRSM, and personalized progression routes tailored to your goals.
All
Levels welcome
From absolute beginners to advanced musicians. Special experience supporting ADHD and autism.
Find answers to what students and parents ask most about CGL Pro Drum Tuition.
Each 45-minute lesson focuses on technique, timing, coordination, and musical understanding tailored to your level. We cover the styles you enjoy — jazz, blues, rock, funk and more — while working towards clear goals such as performance confidence or exam preparation.
Yes. Lessons are suitable for absolute beginners through to advanced players. No prior experience is required — we start exactly where you are and build step by step at a pace that suits you.
Absolutely. Structured preparation is available for Trinity, Rockschool, and ABRSM exams. Lessons are planned around syllabus requirements while developing strong musical foundations and performance confidence.
Yes. Col has experience supporting students with ADHD and autism. Lessons take place in a calm, sensory-considerate studio with a flexible teaching approach designed to suit individual learning styles.
That’s completely normal. Lessons are relaxed, supportive, and pressure-free. The focus is on building confidence and genuine musical understanding — not rushing through material.
Simply complete the enquiry form to discuss your goals and availability. Enquiries are typically responded to within 24–48 hours.
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