Develop your guitar skills and play the music you love

Guitar Lessons - Beginners

Guitar Lessons - Beginners

Our Guitar Lessons for Beginners offer a practical introduction to playing the acoustic or classical guitar. Through clear, step-by-step tuition, you’ll learn correct guitar technique, develop essential playing skills and build your musical knowledge from the ground up.

Led by professional musicians, these adult group guitar lessons provide a fun and supportive environment in which to learn a new instrument and create strong foundations for further study.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE:

Start your guitar journey with the skills, confidence and musical foundations to play the music you love.

  • Build a strong foundation in guitar playing from your very first lesson.
  • Develop confidence playing chords, simple melodies and rhythms.
  • Improve your coordination, timing and technique through practical exercises.
  • Learn to read basic music and chord charts to support your playing.
  • Explore a variety of musical styles while discovering your own interests.
  • Receive expert guidance and personalised feedback as your skills develop.
  • Enjoy learning alongside other beginners in a relaxed and supportive environment.
  • Establish the foundations needed to progress to the next level of guitar lessons.

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026
Sat
13:15-14:45
5 weeks
£135.00
01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026
Thu
18:20-19:35
6 weeks
£135.00
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
Thu
18:20-19:35
6 weeks
£135.00
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
Thu
19:45-21:00
6 weeks
£135.00
19
Sep
19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026
£135.00
Day:Sat
Time:13:15-14:45
Duration:5 weeks
01
Oct
01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:20-19:35
Duration:6 weeks
12
Nov
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:20-19:35
Duration:6 weeks
12
Nov
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:19:45-21:00
Duration:6 weeks

Entry requirements for this course

This course is suitable for complete beginners and those who possess a passion and curiosity to learn more about the guitar. Please note that you will need to bring your own guitar to the course.

Guitar Fundamentals

Learn the essentials of holding the guitar, tuning up and developing good playing technique from the outset.

Chords and Rhythm

Build confidence playing basic chords and rhythm patterns through practical exercises and familiar songs.

Reading Music

Develop the skills to read simple music and chord notation to support your musical progress.

Playing Techniques

Explore fundamental left- and right-hand techniques that create a strong technical foundation.

Musical Repertoire

Apply your new skills by learning music from a range of styles as your confidence grows.

Expert Tuition

Benefit from tutor demonstrations, practical guidance and personalised feedback throughout the course.

Want to learn more?

Continue your guitar training with one of the courses below. Strengthen your technique, expand your repertoire and keep developing your skills with expert guidance in a supportive environment.

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026
Thu
18:20-19:35
6 weeks
£121.50
10% OFF
19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026
Sat
13:15-14:45
5 weeks
£135.00
01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026
Thu
18:20-19:35
6 weeks
£135.00
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
Thu
18:20-19:35
6 weeks
£135.00
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
Thu
19:45-21:00
6 weeks
£135.00
20
Aug
20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026
£121.50
Day:Thu
Time:18:20-19:35
Duration:6 weeks
Offer:10% OFF
19
Sep
19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026
£135.00
Day:Sat
Time:13:15-14:45
Duration:5 weeks
01
Oct
01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:20-19:35
Duration:6 weeks
12
Nov
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:20-19:35
Duration:6 weeks
12
Nov
12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
£135.00
Day:Thu
Time:19:45-21:00
Duration:6 weeks

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off*

Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off*

*Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden
Richard Burrell
Richard Burrell
Bradley Hutchings
Bradley Hutchings

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