Little Rockers: first guitar
Ages 6–8
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U81X Academy · Lessons & workshops
First notes, fresh skills, lifelong players
Private lessons, small group classes for kids and teens, and hands-on evening workshops where adults learn to set up and care for their own instruments.
- Ages 6 to 76
- Max 6 students per group
- Instruments provided
Weekly timetable
Find a slot that fits your week
Filter by level to see open classes. Private lessons are scheduled around you, seven days a week.
Enrol or join a waitlistMon
Band skills: playing together
Teens
3 seats leftTue
Piano foundations
Ages 7–11
1 seat leftGuitar setup at home
Adults
4 seats leftWed
Drum circle & rhythm
Ages 6–9
Full — join waitlistJazz chords & voicings
Teens & adults
2 seats leftThu
Songwriting lab
Ages 12+
5 seats leftSoldering for musicians
Adults
3 seats leftFri
Rock drumming grooves
Ages 10+
2 seats leftSat
Family ukulele morning
Ages 4+ with a grown-up
6 seats leftStudio recording basics
Ages 14+
1 seat leftFret dressing masterclass
Adults
2 seats leftLearning tracks
Three ways into music
Kids' first instrument
Playful, rhythm-first classes where children try drums, ukulele, keys and guitar before choosing one to keep.
- Ages 4–9
- 30–45 minute classes
- Term showcase for families
Group & private lessons
Structured lessons with graded goals, practice plans sent after each class, and progress reports every term.
- All ages and levels
- Online practice notes
- Exam preparation available
Maker workshops
Evening sessions at the repair bench: restringing, setups, soldering, and even carving a first bridge.
- Adults and teens 14+
- Tools and parts included
- Take your work home
Learning path
Five stages from first chord to first gig
- 1
Spark
Hold the instrument, find the beat, play a first song within four lessons.
- 2
Groove
Basic chords or patterns, reading simple rhythm, practising with a metronome.
- 3
Build
Scales, technique and ensemble skills. Perform at the term showcase.
- 4
Voice
Style, improvisation and songwriting. Record a track in Studio B.
- 5
Stage
Join a U81X band, rehearse weekly and play a public community gig.
Upcoming workshops
Hands-on evenings at the bench
Restring & tune any guitar
Change strings properly, stretch them in and keep tuning stable.
Pedalboard power & cabling
Plan a quiet board, cut patch cables and tidy power supplies.
Drum tuning clinic
Tune toms to intervals, control ring and choose the right heads.
Intro to guitar electronics
Read a wiring diagram and solder a pickup switch safely.
Teachers
Players who teach, technicians who explain
Lena M.
Guitar & ukulele
Fifteen years touring, eight years teaching beginners of every age.
Ravi T.
Drums & percussion
Session drummer who also recuts bearing edges on our bench.
Su-Yeon K.
Piano & theory
Conservatory-trained, specialises in patient first-year students.
Owen B.
Maker workshops
Luthier and electronics tech; runs every bench workshop.
Term showcase
Every term ends on a real stage
Students of every level play for family and friends at our term showcase, backed by the same backline we rent to touring bands. Nerves are normal. Applause is guaranteed.
My son practised more in the two weeks before the showcase than in the whole year before. Seeing him on stage was unforgettable.
Aisha R., parent
Academy FAQ
Questions from parents and students
Do we need to own an instrument before starting?
No. Instruments are provided in class, and our rental plans are designed for new students — with rent-to-own credit if they keep going.
What happens if we miss a lesson?
Give us 24 hours' notice and we will reschedule. Group classes also have a monthly catch-up session.
Can adults join beginner classes?
Yes. We run adult-only starter groups in the evening so no one has to share a class with a seven-year-old — unless they want to.
Are workshops safe for teenagers?
Workshops are open to ages 14+, with protective equipment provided and a maximum of six students per technician.
Your first lesson is on us
Book a free 30-minute trial with any teacher. We will match the instrument to the student and send a practice plan afterwards.