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Structured drum rhythms designed to build steady timing, coordination, and confidence through simple beat patterns.

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Beat Patterns


Listen To This Exercise

Therapeutic Listening that helps children find their rhythm.

PracticeBeats.org is a research informed audio therapy system designed to support self-regulation, focus, and emotional well-being through the power of rhythm and heartbeat pacing.

Designed for: Children • Parents • Therapists • Teachers

What is StarterBeats


Practice Beats is a structured, step-by-step listening program that uses heartbeat-aligned rhythms and therapeutic soundscapes that help children build regulation skills from the inside out.

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Rooted in Science

Informed by decades of work in communication, behavior, and therapeutic support

Auditory Therapy

Progressive audio exercises that support regulation, focus, and emotional balance.

Whole Child Support

Supports sensory processing. emotional regulation, and daily functioning.

A Calming Path Forward

Our Program meets children where they are and helps them move forward, one beat at a time.

A Structured Listening Program

Explore the Therapy Program

Heartbeats

Measure and match resting heart rate

Beat Patterns

Rhythm levels for focus and regulation

Listening Exercises

Listening activities for calming

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Percussion Cultures

Global rhythms for awareness and engagement

Filtered Songs

Filtered music for relaxation and balance.

For Every Part of a Child's Support Team

StarterBeats is trusted by parents, therapists, educators, and clinicians to support children with autism and sensory processing differences.

Learn how it can help your child →

Parents and Caregivers

Tools and guidance to support regulation at home and in daily life.

Therapists

Evidence-informed resources to integrate into therapy

Teachers

Classroom strategies and supports for focus, calm, and success.

Clinicians

A research-backed approach you can feel confident recommending.

How to Use This Track

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Once this exercise feels comfortable, try the next BPM Heartbeat Exercise to continue building regulation.

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