Home›Music Lessons›Guitar lessons›Guitar Lessons – Beginners Guitar Lessons - Beginners BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors City Academy’s Guitar Lessons for Beginners will teach you how to play guitar from the basics. Suitable for beginners, this course provides musical knowledge, correct guitar techniques, and foundational skills to help you pursue learning the instrument. These adult guitar lessons are taught in groups on the acoustic/classical guitar. Our tutors are professional musicians who will help you learn to play guitar in a fun and supportive environment. 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. 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. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 Sat 13:15-14:45 5 weeks Bradley Hutchings City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 19:45-21:00 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 20 Aug 20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 19 Sep 19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 £135.00 Day:Sat Time:13:15-14:45 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Bradley Hutchings Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 01 Oct 01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:19:45-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close 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. 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Guitar Lessons – Level 2 Blues Guitar Lessons Piano Lessons – Beginners Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Richard BurrellBradley Hutchings Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 Sat 13:15-14:45 5 weeks Bradley Hutchings City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 18:20-19:35 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 19:45-21:00 6 weeks Richard Burrell City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 20 Aug 20 Aug 2026 - 24 Sep 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 19 Sep 19 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026 £135.00 Day:Sat Time:13:15-14:45 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Bradley Hutchings Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 01 Oct 01 Oct 2026 - 05 Nov 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:18:20-19:35 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Thu Time:19:45-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Richard Burrell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Guitar Lessons – Beginners' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * PAYMENT OPTIONS You are welcome to join the course up to the second class. ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course. Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833. CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG. If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more places on the same course. INDUSTRY TUTORS City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you, they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Richard Burrell View Profile Bradley Hutchings View Profile
