Many drummers have unique styles and sounds, which are the result of techniques that they themselves have invented, perfected or adapted for their own use from other drummers. Drumming is a creative business, and drummers often share their experiences and expertise through clinics and teaching. I have been teaching for several years, and have composed music as well. These exercises are based on material I have written for my own students. These exercises are based on the use of 32nd note groupings on and off the beat by Billy Cobham.
Cobham was one of the first to use this idea. Several other drummers have since adapted and expanded on his ideas, such as Neil Peart, Lenny White, Terry Bozzio and others. All of them have incorporated this 32nd note principle into their work. For the best learning, keep all the figures on the snare and count. Take it slowly until you gain confidence with it. When you have established a good flow, you can add the bass drum part. These parts can be used as four-beat breaks or as solo ideas. Experiment as much as you can once you have developed facility for the form.
First, use singles on the 32nd notes. Single strokes sound sharper, especially if you are going to move this idea around the set. For set movement, switch to a different drum on each bass drum note and grouping of 32nd notes. Then try the exercises using double strokes for the 32nd notes.