Educator Network
Educator Membership
Join the USARD Educator Network and share your expertise with the next generation of rudimental drummers. Membership is required to participate in the Rudimental Foundations program.
$75
Annual Educator Membership
- ✓ Official USARD Educator designation and profile on usard.org
- ✓ Host lessons on the Rudimental Foundations platform
- ✓ Connect directly with students — no restrictions on your relationships
- ✓ Retain 100% ownership of all content you create
- ✓ Access to the USARD educator community and convention events
- ✓ Featured in USARD promotional materials and directory
- ✓ Full USARD annual membership included
How It Works
Step 1: submit your application with bio, teaching background, a sample lesson and the signed Instructor Participation Agreement. Step 2: after admin review and approval, activate your $75 annual educator membership. Step 3: your profile goes live in the USARD Educator Network. There are no additional hosting fees or revenue-sharing requirements.
Common Questions
- Do I need to be an existing USARD member?
- The $75 Educator membership includes a full USARD annual membership. If you're already a member, your membership will be upgraded to Educator status.
- Can I teach independently and on the platform?
- Absolutely. The program is non-exclusive. You retain all rights to your content, your student relationships, and your independent teaching activities.
- What if I'm not approved as an educator?
- If your application isn't accepted, your membership still stands as a full USARD annual membership. You're welcome to reapply in the future.
- What content do I need to provide?
- Start with a sample lesson — a short video, PDF sheet music, or MusicXML file. Your initial course can be modest (4–8 lessons). Quality matters more than quantity.
- Is there a revenue-sharing requirement?
- No. During the current growth phase there is no revenue sharing. Any future arrangements would be optional, transparent, and require a separate written agreement.