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Unlock new levels of technique, independence, flow, and improvisation through Tailored 1-on-1 Sessions.
Book your free 15-minute call and take the first step toward your next breakthrough.
Meet Your Coach
Hi, my name is Ryan Daunt and I've been playing drums for over 20 years, and performing and teaching professionally for over 15 years.Drumming has been at the centre of my life for as long as I can remember, and I’ve built my career around performing, recording, writing and educating. I hold a Bachelor of Jazz Music (Honours) and have had the privilege of performing professionally in Europe, USA, and all across Australia. I’ve recorded for numerous artists and performed over 175 gigs last year alone.Alongside performing, I’ve developed a deep passion for coaching and mentoring drummers—helping them refine their playing, practice, and performance skills so they can break through plateaus and unlock new levels of creativity, confidence, and freedom behind the kit.My focus is on creating structured, personalised practice plans that are clear, engaging, and designed to deliver real results. Whether it’s strengthening fundamental technique, learning to improvise with confidence, or developing flow and musical expression, my goal is to equip drummers with the tools they need to progress faster and more effectively toward their goals.What sets my approach apart is a balance between discipline and creativity. I believe practice should be structured but inspiring, giving you the technical foundation you need while leaving space for your individuality to come through naturally in your playing. If you’re ready to take your drumming to the next level, I’ll help you build the skills and mindset to play with greater confidence, freedom, and flow.
How It Works
1. Book a Free 15-Minute Call
Start with a quick, no-obligation chat.
We’ll talk about where you’re currently at with your drumming, what challenges you’re facing, and what you’d like to work on. You’ll get a feel for my coaching approach, and I’ll outline the best next step to help you make progress toward your goals.
2. Schedule Your First Session
If we’re a great fit, we’ll lock in your first one-hour online coaching session.
You’ll receive a confirmation email with everything you need to get set up — no special gear required, just a laptop, iPhone, or tablet.
3. Your 1-on-1 Coaching Session (Live via Google Meet)
Each 1-on-1 session is focused entirely on you — your playing, your goals, and your growth.
We’ll work through tailored exercises and practical strategies to refine your technique, improvisation, and overall fluidity. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a clear plan to guide your next steps.
4. Personalised Practice Plan
At the end of the session, you’ll receive detailed notes or a structured practice outline tailored to your goals.
This is your roadmap — designed to help you build consistency, stay focused, and see measurable improvement between sessions.
5. Continue at Your Own Pace
Some drummers prefer a one-off session to spark new ideas or direction. Others continue weekly or fortnightly for ongoing support, accountability, and deeper progress. Either way, you’ll have a clear path forward — with tools, focus, and motivation to keep growing as a drummer.
Who's it for?
Serious & Committed Drummers
You’re dedicated to improving your craft and want to go beyond just playing songs — developing real fluency, control, and freedom behind the kit.
Intermediate
Drummers
You’ve built a solid foundation and now want to refine your technique, creativity, and musical expression — turning practice into real progress.
Gigging & Working Drummers
You’re performing, recording, or auditioning — and want to strengthen your consistency, flow, and confidence both on stage and in the studio.
Testimonials
I have had the pleasure of currently taking online lessons with Ryan and have found his interment knowledge of the instrument and techniques a refreshing teaching style. He is always available for troubleshooting and advice in between lessons either via text or video. I have been drumming for while now and wanted to strip all my bad technique habits back, so I could employ good technique and make my playing as effortless as possible and make playing easier and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Ryan from Better Drumming to assist with taking your playing to another level. He is very approachable and always up for drumming discussions. I can definitely see progress being made the correct way, under Ryan’s teaching and look forward to many more to come.
-Malcolm S.
"Just over 3 weeks ago I reached out to Ryan for some coaching on finger techniques to help clean up my single strokes and increase speed. I made the decision based on one of [Better Drumming's] YouTube videos which was very clear and easy to understand. The coaching went extremely well and within in a week I understood the finger techniques 100% better and experienced rapid improvements. Also, thanks for the coaching on flow and the Clave. I feel that I have uncovered some fundamental techniques, approaches and how to use the metronome to enhance my practice sessions. Thanks for your chilled and detailed coaching which will definitely support me in reaching my drumming goals."
-Lucean B.
“I am a sixty-six year old guitarist who has recently started learning drums. Ryan is a thoroughly competent teacher with a genuine enthusiasm for imparting his (impressive) skills and knowledge. His lessons are a perfect mix of what I want to know and what I need to know to keep me inspired, keen to do the work, developing my skills and enjoying my playing. I couldn’t ask for a better – or nicer teacher!”
-Peter C.
Services & Packages
Choose the coaching option that best fits your goals — whether you’re looking for a focused one-time session or ongoing support for consistent growth.
One-Time Focus Session
Perfect for tackling a specific technique or goal in a single session, for example:
Improving coordination.
Refining a specific technique.
Learning a groove or fill for a song.
Working on developing flow.
Improving your timing on the kit.
Ongoing Coaching
For committed drummers who want continuous development, with ongoing coaching and feedback, plus access to exclusive resources. Topics can include:
Developing coordination in rock, jazz, latin, funk settings.
Learning technique for singles, doubles, foot, hi-hat, finger, push pull, moellar techniques, and more.
Learning how to improvise and develop flow on the kit.
Developing and refining drum parts for your band or ensemble.
Learning how to read music notation.
Learning how to prepare for an audition/band/university degree.
Learning how to practice effectively.
Plus ongoing students receive:
24/7 WhatsApp Support - Got a quick question or want feedback on your progress? Send me a message via WhatsApp. You’ll have direct access to personalised support between sessions whenever you need a little clarity or guidance.
Weekly Video Feedback - You can send in one video per week for detailed feedback. This helps you stay on track, make adjustments in real time, and ensure your practice is focused and effective between lessons.
Free Resources
Below are some videos from the Better Drumming Youtube channel! For more videos, check out the channel here.
Contact & Booking
Want 1-on-1 online drum coaching tailored to your goals? Just fill out the form below to get started!
I personally read every message — you’ll hear back within 48 hours.
Got any questions? Click here for FAQs
FAQs
How long is each coaching session?
Each session runs for approximately one hour.
Can I book just one session, or do you offer ongoing coaching?
Absolutely. You can book a one-off session if you’ve got specific questions or challenges. I also offer ongoing weekly coaching for drummers who want consistent support and structured guidance as they work toward their drumming goals.
What platform do you use for the sessions?
All coaching is done via Google Meet. It’s free and easy to use—just join from a laptop through a web browser, or from an iPhone or tablet using the Google Meet app.
Do I need a specific setup or gear for the session?
No special setup is needed—just your drum kit (acoustic or electronic) and a device with a camera. Using headphones or earphones is recommended for clearer audio and communication during the session.
Who is this coaching for?
These sessions are open to anyone, but they’re best suited for committed drummers who are serious about improving and want to level up their drumming with focused, practical coaching.
What age do you offer coaching for?
Coaching is geared towards adults, but I’m happy to work with younger drummers if a parent or guardian is present during the session.
What do you cover in the sessions?
Every session is fully customised based on your level and goals. When you book, just include a quick note about your current experience and what you’d like to focus on, and I’ll tailor the session to suit your needs.
Do you offer a free intro call?
Yes—I offer a free, no-obligation 15-minute call if you’d like to chat before committing to a session. It’s a great way to ask questions and see if the coaching is right for you.
Do you provide notes or exercises after the session?
Yes, I’ll send through any relevant exercise sheets to support your practice. Note-taking during the session is highly encouraged so you leave with clear direction and focus.
How much does it cost?
Ongoing Coaching Sessions are $100 AUD per session.
One-Time Coaching Sessions are $120 AUD per session.
How do I pay?
Once we confirm your session time, I’ll send an invoice via PayPal to the email address you provide. Payment is required upfront to secure your spot.
How far in advance should I book?
It’s best to book at least a couple of days ahead, depending on availability.
What’s your cancellation or rescheduling policy?
If you need to reschedule, please give at least 24 hours’ notice. If a session is missed without notice or reason, I’m happy to offer a one-time reschedule, but future missed sessions will be charged.
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Better Drumming is committed to providing quality services to you and this policy outlines our ongoing obligations to you in respect of how we manage your Personal Information.We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Privacy Act). The NPPs govern the way in which we collect, use, disclose, store, secure and dispose of your Personal Information.
A copy of the Australian Privacy Principles may be obtained from the website of The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at https://www.oaic.gov.au/.
What is Personal Information and why do we collect it?
Personal Information is information or an opinion that identifies an individual. Examples of Personal Information we collect includes names, addresses, email addresses, phone and facsimile numbers.This Personal Information is obtained in many ways including interviews, correspondence, by telephone and facsimile, by email, via our website www.betterdrumming.com, from your website, from media and publications, from other publicly available sources, from cookies and from third parties.We don’t guarantee website links or policy of authorised third parties.
We collect your Personal Information for the primary purpose of providing our services to you, providing information to our clients and marketing. We may also use your Personal Information for secondary purposes closely related to the primary purpose, in circumstances where you would reasonably expect such use or disclosure. You may unsubscribe from our mailing/marketing lists at any time by contacting us in writing.When we collect Personal Information we will, where appropriate and where possible, explain to you why we are collecting the information and how we plan to use it.
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• For the primary purpose for which it was obtained
• For a secondary purpose that is directly related to the primary purpose
• With your consent; or where required or authorised by law.
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Where reasonable and practicable to do so, we will collect your Personal Information only from you. However, in some circumstances we may be provided with information by third parties. In such a case we will take reasonable steps to ensure that you are made aware of the information provided to us by the third party.Analytics
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Your Personal Information is stored in a manner that reasonably protects it from misuse and loss and from unauthorized access, modification or disclosure.
When your Personal Information is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was obtained, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify your Personal Information. However, most of the Personal Information is or will be stored in client files which will be kept by us for a minimum of 7 years.Access to your Personal Information
You may access the Personal Information we hold about you and to update and/or correct it, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to access your Personal Information, please contact us in writing.
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Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 9 October 2025
Business Name: Better Drumming
Legal Entity: Ryan Daunt trading as Better Drumming
ABN: 86100675262
Location: Western Australia, Australia
1. Overview
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to all coaching sessions, services, and communications provided by Better Drumming. By booking or attending a session, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Eligibility
Coaching sessions are open to:
• Individuals aged 18 years or older, or
• Minors only if accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian during sessions
3. Session Structure and Inclusions
• Coaching sessions run for approximately 1 hour
• Sessions may be booked as one-off or ongoing, depending on your needs
• 1-on-1 feedback (e.g., via video or WhatsApp) is available to ongoing students only
• Supplementary resources may be provided at the coach’s discretion, based on your goals and session content
4. Booking and Payment
• Ongoing coaching sessions are $100 AUD per session, payable in advance to secure your booking.
• One-time coaching sessions are $120 AUD per session, payable in advance to secure your booking.
• Payment is accepted via PayPal invoice or QuickBooks.
• Sessions are not confirmed until payment has been received.
5. Rescheduling, Cancellations, and Refunds
• If you are unable to attend a session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. If less than 24 hours’ notice is given, a one-time courtesy reschedule will be offered. After that, missed sessions without notice are non-refundable and will be charged in full
• Refunds are generally not available once payment is made, except in extenuating circumstances, emergencies, or at the discretion of Better Drumming
• Rescheduling is subject to availability and must be arranged in direct communication with Better Drumming
6. Conduct and Behaviour
You agree to:
• Maintain a respectful, distraction-free environment during coaching calls (e.g., Google Meet or Zoom)
• Communicate appropriately and professionally at all times
• Not engage in any abusive, disruptive, or inappropriate behaviour
Better Drumming reserves the right to terminate any session immediately if these standards are not met, with no refund provided.
7. Communication and Availability
• For ongoing students, WhatsApp is available for support between sessions
• Due to time zone differences, response times may vary, but all efforts will be made to respond promptly and provide high-quality, consistent support
8. Privacy and Data
Better Drumming does not sell or share your personal information under any circumstancesNotes may be recorded during or after your session to:
• Track your progress
• Tailor future lessons
• Ensure the highest level of coaching qualityThese notes are securely stored and used solely for coaching purposes
9. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
• Coaching sessions are designed to support your development as a drummer. However, results depend on your commitment, effort, and consistency
• Better Drumming makes no guarantees of career success, income, or performance outcomes
You acknowledge and agree that
• Better Drumming is not liable for any injuries sustained during practice or performance, nor for any lost opportunities, income, or damages arising from your participation in coaching
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Western Australia, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Western Australian courts
11. Changes to These Terms
Better Drumming may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be communicated via email or posted on the website
12. Additional Policies
For more information on how your personal data is collected, stored, and used, please refer to the
Better Drumming Privacy Policy.
Common questions about session setup, tech requirements, and expectations are answered in the FAQs section of the website.
If you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.