Motivate your clients to achieve a wide range of speech & language goals by learning to beatbox

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A fun, engaging activity that works equally well in one-on-one and group sessions.

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Validated by clinical research

Based on peer-reviewed research, with all course material reviewed by a certified SLP.
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Engaging video lessons

Simple, fun lessons that break down techniques and make it easy to follow the beat.
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Beginner-level course

Address therapeutic goals from articulation to cooperative play, with no experience required.

Turn boring drills into musical skills

Speech exercises don’t have to feel (or sound) like homework. Make them a daily habit with fun, engaging video lessons created in partnership with a certified speech therapist.

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As easy as “boots and cats”

Every lesson starts by learning to repeat a few simple words.
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Take it wherever you go

Get BOOTSnCATS on the web, or download to your mobile device.
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Easily follow the beat

Animated lyrics make it easy to learn new sounds.

BOOTSnCATS helps engage your clients while teaching musical skills that carry over to speech

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The Basics
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Rhythm & Flow
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Breathing
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Sound Effects
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Choose the plan that's right for you!

BOOTSnCATS for SLPs is available as an annual or monthly subscription.

All course content, plus the chance to earn free ASHA CEUs, is included no matter which subscription you choose.

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Are you a parent or caregiver of a child in speech therapy or an SLPa? We've got you covered! Click here to learn about our BOOTSnCATS for Home plans.

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Your new secret weapon is just a click away.

Add "cool" to your speech practice with our easy-to-use beatboxing videos lessons.
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“Beatboxing can motivate kids to practice with a skill they'd like to show off to their friends at school. It’s about making speech therapy cool.”

Bobbi Adams-Brown
Speech Therapist, Private Practice

Happiness Guaranteed

Our #1 priority is helping your clients reach their therapeutic goals. That’s why we stand by our course 100%. If you’re unhappy with BOOTSnCATS for any reason, just get in touch and we’ll refund your latest month’s payment on the spot.

FAQ

What is BOOTSnCATS?

BOOTSnCATS is an online course that helps your clients stay engaged and reach their therapeutic goals by learning how to beatbox.

How does it work?

BOOTSnCATS motivates your clients to attend to, imitate, and practice speech sounds using repetitive music patterns.

How do I know this will help my clients’ speech?

BOOTSnCATS was created in partnership with a certified speech therapist. The method has been validated by peer-reviewed clinical research (Icht, 2019) and has been taught via in-person group classes since 2017.

What’s included?

BOOTSnCATS has 10 video lessons covering everything your client needs to address the most common speech difficulties. Every lesson includes practice videos and an original "Recital" audio track, which encourage your client to practice their target sounds at different speeds.

To ensure that you're prepared to use BOOTSnCATS with your clients, we've created an SLP Guide that shows you exactly how to integrate beatboxing into your practice. To equip you with even more ways to apply beatboxing with your clients, we provide access to our accredited Beatboxing for Speech Therapy ASHA CE courses.

Can I try it first?

Yes! If you subscribe annually, BOOTSnCATS has a 14-day free trial with full access to the course material.

Are there any hidden fees?

The cost of your subscription grants access to all of BOOTSnCATS' lessons, with no shipping fees or additional purchase required.

Do I need to sign up for a long-term contract?

No—BOOTSnCATS is sold as a monthly or yearly subscription, and you can cancel anytime.

When will I be billed?

You will be asked to enter your credit card information upon registration. Our annual subscriptions offer a free 14-day trial, while our monthly plans do not. After your first payment, you’ll be charged every month or year on the same day.

How can I cancel my subscription?

Email us at info@tryalphabeat.com with your request and we’ll cancel your subscription within 3 business days.

How can I get a refund?

Our #1 priority is helping your clients reach their therapeutic goals. That’s why we stand by our course 100%. If you’re unhappy with BOOTSnCATS for any reason, email us at info@tryalphabeat.com and we’ll refund your latest payment within 3 business days.

Who’s behind this?

BOOTSnCATS is a product of BEAT, a nonprofit in New York City that champions hip hop as a dynamic tool in improving physical and mental wellbeing.

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Your new secret weapon is just a click away.

BOOTSnCATS is the exciting, easy-to-use, musical intervention you've been waiting for.
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“He was ready for the next video, and the next. And then my 3‑year‑old tried it, too. So now all my kids are walking around the house saying ‘boots and cats.’”

Aimee W.
Parent, North Carolina

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