Est. 2001 · Non-Profit Organization
Rudimental
DrummingLives Here.
The United States Association of Rudimental Drummers — performing, preserving, and promoting the art of rudimental drumming since 2001.
About USARD
A Community Built by Drummers, for Drummers.
Founded in 2001 by rudimental drummers from across the United States, USARD is a non-profit organization with a single, unwavering mission: to perform, preserve, and promote the art of rudimental drumming.
We bridge the gap between traditional rudimental skills and modern drumming artistry — keeping history alive while inspiring the next generation of percussionists.
Become a Member
Share Knowledge
Sharing innovation in rudimental drumming globally through our platform and community.
Forum & Exchange
A dedicated forum for the exchange of ideas, techniques, and information on rudimental drumming.
Educate Youth
Nurturing and coaching young drumming talent to ensure the art form thrives for generations.
Build the Archive
Protecting knowledge and literature on rudimental drumming for today and the future.
Learning Center
Courses & Membership
⭐ Featured Course
Rudimental Foundations
Develop your rudimental drumming skills and learn the most popular and influential standard pieces in the drumming world. Includes yearly USARD membership and convention invite.
Start the Course →Membership
Join USARD
Unlock the full course library, member resources, the educator network, and progress tracking — plus support the mission.
Become a Member →The Archive
Our Drumming Library
A growing archive of rudimental drumming literature, pieces, rudiments, and history — built to protect the art form for generations to come.
01Standard Drum Beatings→02Hybrid Rudiments→Standard Rudiments in Our Archive
Annual Event
The Convention
Coming Soon
We expect to have our next annual Convention in late 2026 — stay tuned for details here and on our Facebook group.
View results from past USARD convention competitions. See who took the top spots in rudimental drumming events each year.
View Results →Honoring outstanding contributions to rudimental drumming. Browse the full list of convention award recipients.
View Awards →Relive the performances. Browse video archives from USARD conventions going back to 2011.
Watch Videos →Support the Mission
Join or Donate Today
Your support as a new member, renewing member, or donor is critical to our annual convention and the ongoing preservation of rudimental drumming.
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