Warm, patient acoustic guitar lessons for children in London, taught one to one by teachers who specialise in young players.Expert acoustic guitar lessons for children aged 5 to 12.
Acoustic guitar lessons for children in London
Inspiring a lifelong love of music.
Lessons for every levelLessons for every level
Whether your child is a complete beginner or already learning to play the acoustic guitar, lessons are matched to their level so they progress at a comfortable pace.Matched to the level your child is at.
Expert instructorsExpert instructors
Our acoustic guitar instructors have studied with some of Europe’s finest musicians and specialise in teaching children rather than adults.Specialists in teaching children.
Nurturing and supportiveNurturing and supportive
Children are never judged or criticised. They are guided with patience and positivity, and every milestone is celebrated.Patient, encouraging teaching.
Building confidenceBuilding confidence
Our goal is to help children grow in confidence, discipline and a love for music that lasts a lifetime.Confidence, focus and joy.
The acoustic guitar is one of the kindest instruments a child can begin on. Its mellow, natural tone is pleasant from the very first lesson, and a well-sized instrument sits comfortably in small hands.
At The Children’s Music Academy, acoustic guitar lessons are taught one to one, so the pace belongs to your child rather than to a syllabus. Beginners start with short melodies from songs they already know, simple chord shapes and easy strumming patterns — music they can recognise and play to someone at home within a few weeks.
From there, lessons build the things that last: accurate hand position, a steady sense of rhythm, reading standard notation, and the confidence to keep going when a piece is difficult. We balance technique, theory and repertoire, and we draw that repertoire from folk, pop and acoustic classics so the material stays enjoyable.
Whether your child is drawn to gentle fingerpicking or to strumming along with a favourite song, our teachers are experienced with children specifically. Lessons are calm, encouraging and free of judgement — every milestone is worth celebrating.
If your child does not yet own a guitar, we will gladly advise on the right size and model for their age and build before you buy anything.
Acoustic guitar lessons for children in Fitzrovia, Central London
Our acoustic guitar lessons for children (ages 5 to 12) are held in Fitzrovia (W1) and in studios across Central London, taught one to one by instructors who specialise in teaching young players.
Whether your child is a complete beginner or already learning to play the acoustic guitar, lessons are matched to their level so they progress at a comfortable pace — building technique, musical expression and confidence together rather than drilling one at the expense of the others.
Lessons run weekly on a set day and time, and children can join at any point in the year rather than waiting for a term to begin.
Course details
- Lessons are paid monthly, in advance
- Weekly lessons on a set day and time — join at any point in the year
- Lesson durations: 30, 45 or 60 minutes
- Lessons in Fitzrovia (W1) and studios across Central London
Common questions
Where are the acoustic guitar lessons held?
In Fitzrovia, W1 — a few minutes from Oxford Circus and Great Portland Street — and in studios across Central London.
Who are the teachers?
Experienced performers and teachers who have studied under some of Europe’s finest musicians, and who specialise in teaching children rather than adults.
How are the lessons structured?
Weekly, on a set day and time. Each lesson builds technique, musical expression and confidence together rather than drilling one at the expense of the others, and the balance is matched to your child rather than to a fixed syllabus.
How long is each acoustic guitar lesson?
Lessons are 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Shorter lessons usually suit younger beginners; longer lessons suit children who are progressing towards more demanding repertoire.
When can my child start?
At any point in the year. Lessons are weekly on a set day and time, and are paid monthly.
Does my child need to have played before?
No. Complete beginners are welcome, and lessons are tailored to the level your child is starting from.
What if my child is not especially talented?
Then they are like almost every child who starts. Talent is not the entry requirement — attention is, and a good teacher builds that. Children are never judged or criticised here, and progress is measured against where your child began rather than against anybody else.
What is the minimum commitment?
Two months. Lessons are paid monthly, and notice of four teaching weeks can be given from the end of the first month — so the shortest possible commitment is two months.
Do we need a acoustic guitar at home?
Yes. Your child needs an instrument to practise on between lessons, and having a good one from the first week makes a real difference to how much they enjoy it. If you are not sure what to buy, ask us and we will recommend something.
Can my child take ABRSM or Trinity exams?
Yes, and they are optional. Grades give a course structure and something to aim at, and the certificate at the end is worth more to a child than adults tend to expect.
How much should my child practise?
Fifteen minutes a day is plenty to begin with, rising as they get older and more able. Daily and short beats weekly and long.
Can I sit in on the lesson?
Yes. It helps you understand what the teacher is asking for, which makes practice at home easier. If your child concentrates better alone with the teacher, that is worth respecting too.
Do you offer a discount for siblings?
No. Our teachers are paid for their expertise and their time, and a sibling lesson takes as much of both as any other.
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A child who learns the acoustic guitar develops three gifts for life:
a trained ear, the discipline to master something difficult,
and the ability to express what words cannot.
These are gifts that remain long after childhood.
Lessons are in Fitzrovia, W1, and studios across Central London.
30, 45 or 60 minutes, weekly, on a set day and time.
Your child can begin at any point in the year —
there is no need to wait for September.
We reply to every enquiry within one or two working days.
