RHYTHM OF LEARNING
Elementary Schools

Westminster "I have seen a change in the concentration and focus of my students. As a result of drumming, they trust themselves and feel safe to take risks. It develops a connection between teacher and students."
Evelyn Soo, 5th Grade Teacher, Westminster Avenue Elementary School


"When I'm drumming, every day feels like the last day of school."
Terrence, Student , Westminster Avenue Elementary School

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The Rhythm of Learning program uses rhythm to establish a classroom management system, giving teachers the tools to unify and focus students. This program promotes active listening, increases participation and learning capacity, builds community, and dispels stress and disruptive behaviors.

Program Goals

  • Increase students' test scores
  • Train teachers in Drumming For Your Life (DFYL) method -- making teaching easier and more productive.
  • Reduce teacher burnout and attrition
  • Unify classroom -- increasing positive communication
  • Increase students focus and concentration

Program Specifics - Twelve week program

  • The school selects five teachers (five classes) to begin training
  • Classroom teachers attend a pre-program, 2 hour workshop
  • The DFYL Facilitator works 30 minutes daily in each classroom with teacher and students for 6 weeks
  • The DFYL Facilitator works 1 hour per week with teacher and 30 minutes per week with the class for a further 6 weeks
  • By the 3rd week, classroom teachers begin to co-teach with the DFYL Facilitator
  • Classroom teachers take over (solo teaching) while DFYL Facilitator observes (and gives feedback outside of class)

Final cost for 12 week program: $10,500
For more information on DFYL drums, cds and books contact us at (310) 453-2348