Online drum lessons
Teach drumming by video call to students anywhere, using a kit and a simple camera setup.
- A$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Online
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
Live video lessons from your own kit, using a few cameras and good audio, with backing tracks and play-along sheets shared digitally.
Your first three steps
- Set up a camera angle on your hands and feet, a decent microphone and a stable internet connection
- Run free trial lessons with friends to test timing and audio lag
- Create a simple website or social page with your lesson packages and a booking link
Who pays
Students in regional areas, busy adults and families who prefer lessons without travel.
How it makes money
Fee per lesson or monthly subscription, with optional extras such as lesson packs or play-along tracks.
Skills that help
- Clear verbal teaching
- Comfort with video and audio gear
- Self-promotion online
Watch out for
- Audio delay on video calls can limit playing together, plan lessons around it
- Public liability or professional indemnity insurance, check what suits online teaching
- A Working with Children Check may be needed for under 18s, check your state's rules
- Register for an ABN, and check when GST applies
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start teaching drums online?
Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on the cameras, audio gear and kit setup you already have or need to buy for clear video lessons.
How much can you earn teaching drums online?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $2,000, depending on how many students you teach and your lesson prices. Around five hours a week or more is a typical starting point.
What should I check before teaching drums by video call?
Things to check: audio delay on video calls, which can limit playing together, the right public liability or professional indemnity insurance, Working with Children Check rules for under-18s, and ABN and GST registration.
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