Planet Drums 609 Beech Drive, Newport News, VA 23601

"Michael is a phenomenal teacher. I am an adult student and he has tailored his approach to my needs and abilities. He is familiar with many different styles and techniques. The studio is nice. Highly recommended."

"Mike Behlmar is an accomplished drummer and an exceptional teacher! Both of my sons have been taking drums from him for over 2 years. It has been a truly positive experience on all levels! Mike is genuine, helpful and accommodating. He always goes the extra mile for my kids!They have both significantly improved to the extent that even other parents and strangers approach me to praise their skills! I have nothing but admiration and I highly recommend Mike Behlmar of Planet Drums!"

"Planet drums is awesome! I am a guitarist and my 13 year old son wanted to learn drums so I found planet drums on the internet as we were new to the area. Mike did not disappoint. He has a reasonable hourly rate and his expertise is second to none. Even more impressive is the fact that he knows how to teach kids as well. This is a rare talent in music. It is hard to keep kids interested, but Mike did it. My son says he clearly communicates at a level he understands and blends the right amount rudimentary skills, music theory, and trap set skills that keeps my son interested and improving each lesson. I definitely recommend Planet Drums for anyone at any skill level who wants to learn or get better as a musician and drummer!"

"I would highly recommend Mike Behlmar for anyone who is looking to learn how to play drums…no matter what skill level you are at. When our 7 year old son showed an interest in learning to play drums, we were fortunate to have been referred to Mike by a good friend at our church who played in the worship band. Our friend said that he himself had taken advanced lessons with Mike and he knew that Mike was very good at teaching at any skill level, beginner on up. Mike has always been very patient and encouraging to our son on learning the basics of playing drums. He has been able to not only teach the basics but, he has done it in a way that was both entertaining and instructional at the same time. Our son loves to play and actually enjoys practicing! You can’t say that about most kids learning an instrument! Mike has introduced various types of music in his instruction…anything from Rock, Blues, R&B, Oldies, etc. Our son has been able to learn the basics and has been able advance beyond the basics in playing these various styles of music. Our son is 9 now and he is still taking lessons from Mike and he continues to improve in his ability to play drums. It has been a joy to see him grow and develop in his skills and still be challenged and encouraged to enhance his drumming skills. If you or your kids want to learn how to play drums, or if you are wanting to “step up to the next level” in your skills and you would like to learn from someone who has the ability to teach, and who loves to teach…then you need to contact Mike Behlmar. - Jennifer"

"I have been taking lessons from Mike for several years, recently increasing my lesson time from one half hour per week to one hour. I have found Mike very knowledgeable as a drummer, a true professional. As a teacher is he outstanding also – he is very patient when needed, but also knows when and where to “push” to get skill growth. He has a talent for breaking down something seemingly complex into smaller understandable pieces, and thus making it learnable. My experience with him has been excellent, and I heartily recommend him to young drummers, and to older individuals, like myself."