What you'll build
- Confident chord changes and rhythm
- Lead technique, riffs and improvisation
- Playing complete songs
- Performance and band readiness
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Build confidence, technique and your own sound—one song at a time.
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YOUR LESSONS
Whether you are picking up a guitar for the first time or ready to sharpen your technique, your lesson follows the music you want to make. We balance solid foundations with songs, styles and goals that keep you excited to play.
Age guidance: Guitar lessons are available from age 5. We will help you judge readiness during the free taster.
Who it's for
- Complete beginners
- Self-taught players
- Young musicians and adults
- Players preparing for bands, recordings or exams
WHAT LEARNING CAN LOOK LIKE
There is no fixed route or required musical style. These are the foundations we can shape around your pace, interests and ambitions.
Start with the essentials
Learn comfortable posture, tuning, clear fretting and picking or strumming through music you recognise.
Turn technique into songs
Build chords, riffs, rhythm, lead playing and musical understanding in the styles that interest you.
Play with confidence
Work towards complete songs, improvisation, performance, recording, bands or graded exams if they suit your goals.
KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Your taster
A 30-minute one-to-one session with no payment details and no obligation to continue.
Regular lessons
The standard lesson is 30 minutes at £20, equivalent to £40 per hour.
Starting age
Guitar lessons welcome children from age 5, teenagers and adults. There is no upper age limit.
Lesson format
Individual tuition means the pace, repertoire and feedback can be built around the student.
What happens first
- Talk through the music you enjoy and what you want to achieve
- Check how the guitar feels and establish comfortable technique
- Play a simple riff, chord or rhythm from the beginning
- Leave with a realistic next step to practise
Instrument and equipment
You do not need to buy a guitar before your free taster. Tell us what you already have when booking and we will confirm what is available for the session, then advise on a suitable first instrument if you decide to continue.
Practice between lessons
Short, regular practice is more useful than one long session. Your teacher will give you a manageable focus based on your age, experience and schedule.
GUITAR TEACHERS
Explore the teachers currently listed for guitar, then use your taster to make sure the teaching style and personality feel right.
GUITAR LESSON FAQ
Acoustic or electric guitar?
Either can be a good first instrument. Your musical interests, the guitar's size and how comfortable it feels matter more than starting on a particular type.
Do I need to read music?
No. Lessons can use chord diagrams, tablature, listening and standard notation where each is useful, and beginners can start without prior knowledge.
Can lessons include grades?
Yes, if exams provide a useful goal. They are optional; lessons can instead focus on songs, technique, creativity, bands or performance.
Lessons take place at 18 Wakefield Road, Pontefract, WF8 4HN. Parking is limited beside the building. Apollo is upstairs and currently has no step-free access or accessible toilet. Please contact us before booking if you would like to discuss access.
BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE TASTER
Choose an available time for a relaxed first session. There is no obligation to continue.