Lessons in drumming begin with training in coordination and timing, which teach beginner players the beats and grooves that are the essence of drumming. This training can be done with a drum pad, which is comparatively cheap, thus initiating training in drumming is relatively low cost. However, as you advance your lessons, more complicated rhythms and grooves may require practice with a full drum kit, which is an investment even for the cheaper electronic variants. Even in early stages, drumming is a physically demanding instrument that will require players to exert their arms and legs for some of the more challenging drum grooves.