Guitar Academy is a professional guitar school based in Petersfield, Hampshire, with an additional location in Chichester, West Sussex. We offer one-to-one guitar and bass lessons, group lessons, and online tuition for all ages and abilities — from complete beginners to advanced players preparing for graded exams. We also offer guitar hire, repairs, and access to a recording studio.

We have two locations:

Petersfield (Main Studio): Unit 4, Penns Road, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 2EW
Chichester: 104 The Hornet, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7JR

We also offer online lessons via video call, so students anywhere in the UK can learn with us.

Yes. All Guitar Academy tutors are fully DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked and bring years of professional playing and teaching experience to every lesson. This means parents can feel confident sending their children to us, and all students can learn in a safe, professional environment.

You can book online at guitaracademyuk.com/online-booking, use our contact form, call us on 07385 921 406, or email info@guitaracademyuk.com. We offer a trial lesson so you can try us out before committing.

We offer one-to-one lessons, group lessons, and online lessons. One-to-one sessions are the most personalised and can be scheduled weekly, fortnightly, or as needed. Group lessons run as short courses and are a great option for beginners who enjoy learning alongside others. Online lessons are available for students who cannot attend in person.

Yes — we teach acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and bass guitar. Whether you want to strum along to your favourite songs on an acoustic or master electric technique and theory, our tutors can guide you. We tailor every lesson to your instrument, goals, and musical taste.

We welcome students of all ages. Young children (typically from around age 6–7 upwards) through to adults and seniors are all catered for. Our tutors adapt their teaching style to suit the age, learning style, and musical interests of each individual student.

No experience is needed at all. We welcome complete beginners and will start you from scratch, covering how to hold the guitar, basic chords, and reading music or tablature if relevant. We also work with intermediate and advanced players looking to develop specific skills or prepare for exams.

Absolutely — this is central to how we teach. Everyone has different musical tastes, and our tutors will incorporate the songs and artists you love into your lessons wherever possible. Learning music you’re passionate about makes lessons more enjoyable and helps you progress faster.

Yes. Online lessons are available via video call for students who prefer to learn from home or who live outside our immediate area. Online lessons cover everything that in-person lessons do and are a great flexible option for busy schedules or students further afield.

Yes. We have over 12 years of experience coaching students through graded guitar examinations and maintain a 100% pass rate. We prepare students for exams with Trinity College London, Rockschool (RSL Awards), and RGT (Registry of Guitar Tutors). Whether you want to sit an exam or simply use the syllabus as a structured framework for learning, we can help.

Not at all. Exams are entirely optional. Many of our students learn purely for the enjoyment of playing without ever sitting a formal examination. We tailor your learning pathway to your own goals, whether that means pursuing grades or simply learning to play the music you love.

Our one-to-one lesson prices are:

30 minutes — £18
45 minutes — £27
60 minutes — £35

Group lesson courses start from around £160 for a 10-week course. Prices represent excellent value for professional, personalised tuition in the Hampshire and West Sussex area.

We accept cash, credit and debit cards, BACS bank transfer, and online payments. You can also purchase gift vouchers for lessons online — ideal for birthdays or Christmas gifts.

Yes! Guitar lesson gift vouchers make a wonderful present for any occasion. You can purchase them directly online via our gift voucher page. They’re perfect for birthdays, Christmas, or any time you want to give the gift of music.

No — we offer a guitar hire scheme so you can start learning straight away without the upfront cost of buying an instrument. We offer a one-month introductory rental at a low rate, followed by a rolling monthly contract with no long-term commitment. When you’re ready to buy, your rental payments count toward a discounted purchase price. All rental guitars are professionally set up and maintained.

Yes, we offer guitar repairs at our Petersfield studio. Whether it’s a setup, string replacement, or more involved repair work, get in touch and we’ll be happy to advise. Contact us on 07385 921 406 or email info@guitaracademyuk.com.

Guitar Academy is based in the centre of Petersfield at Unit 4, Penns Road, GU32 2EW — making us the ideal choice for anyone in Petersfield and the surrounding villages including Liss (4 miles), Sheet (1 mile), Steep (2 miles), Buriton (2 miles), Stroud (3 miles), East Meon (5 miles), West Meon (7 miles), and Clanfield (7 miles).

Yes — our Petersfield studio is easily reachable from Liphook (around 7 miles), Haslemere (around 9 miles), and Hindhead (around 10 miles) via the A3. Many of our students travel from these towns for their weekly lessons. Online lessons are also available if the journey isn’t practical every week.

Petersfield is approximately 8 miles from Bordon and around 13 miles from Alton. Students from both towns regularly attend lessons at our Petersfield studio. If the commute is too far, we also offer fully flexible online lessons so you can learn with our professional tutors from home.

Our Petersfield studio is about 11 miles from Horndean and around 14 miles from Waterlooville and Havant. These are very manageable distances for a weekly lesson. Alternatively, our Chichester studio at 104 The Hornet, PO19 7JR may be closer for some students from South East Hampshire.

Yes — our Petersfield studio is around 12 miles from Midhurst, and our Chichester location is approximately 11 miles from Petworth and 12 miles from Midhurst. Both studios serve the wider West Sussex and South Downs area. Contact us to discuss which location would suit you best.

Yes — our Chichester studio is located at 104 The Hornet, Chichester, PO19 7JR, right in the heart of the city. It’s ideal for students from Chichester itself and nearby areas including Bognor Regis (8 miles), Emsworth (7 miles), Bosham (4 miles), Fishbourne (2 miles), Southbourne (5 miles), Selsey (8 miles), and Arundel (10 miles).

Our Petersfield studio is approximately 18 miles from Winchester. While this is a little further out, we do offer fully online lessons for students in Winchester and across Hampshire who prefer to learn from home with one of our professional tutors.

Yes, there is parking available near our Petersfield studio at Unit 4, Penns Road, GU32 2EW. Visit our How to Find Us page for full directions and parking information.