Group Guitar Lessons Coming to Haslemere, Surrey
Surrey’s best place to live — and soon, home to Guitar Academy.
Launching 2026 · All ages and abilities welcome · £180 for 10 lessons
Free to register · No commitment · Be first in line when places open
GUITAR ACADEMY HASLEMERE
Group guitar lessons in Haslemere — built for a community that takes music seriously
Guitar Academy is coming to Haslemere. Named Surrey’s best place to live in 2025, Haslemere sits on the Surrey-Hampshire border with one of the most culturally engaged, community-minded populations anywhere in the south of England — and it’s exactly the kind of place where we thrive.
Families from Grayswood, Hindhead, Beacon Hill and Fernhurst all look to Haslemere as their hub for schools and activities. The town has a long and distinguished musical tradition — the Haslemere Festival has run since 1925, making it one of the oldest music festivals in the country. Outstanding local schools including Camelsdale Primary and Shottermill Junior actively nurture a love of the arts, and children who grow up here arrive ready to take the next step into instrument learning.
We’re currently finalising our Haslemere venue. Registered students will be first to hear the details — expect a central, accessible location that works for the whole community.
Why Haslemere?
With an average house price of over £676,000 and a track record of topping quality-of-life surveys, Haslemere has one of the most engaged and culturally active communities in the south. A town that has hosted a music festival since 1925 is a town that understands the value of music — and the value of teaching the next generation how to play. Add outstanding schools, a tight-knit community spirit, and the Surrey Hills on the doorstep, and you have the perfect home for Guitar Academy’s next chapter.
£180 for 10 lessons · All ages welcome · Grades entirely optional · See our Petersfield studio →
HOW IT WORKS
Learn songs. Progress together. Build a community.
🎸 Learning through songs
Every lesson is built around playing real music. The Rockschool framework guides the difficulty, but you’re always learning through actual songs — not dry exercises. You’ll hear yourself improving week by week.
🤝 A social skill for life (young players)
Group lessons build confidence, encourage listening, teach turn-taking, and give young players a genuine sense of belonging. Music is a social skill — and we treat it that way.
🎵 Grades are optional — progress isn’t
We use Rockschool as a framework, not a finish line. You don’t have to sit grades — but the structure means you’re always developing real skills at the right level. The qualification path is there if you want it.
🌍 Join a local guitar community (adults)
Adult learners tell us the best part isn’t just getting better — it’s finding people to play with. Guitar Academy Haslemere will build a real local network you can keep playing with long after the course ends.
✅ Expert, DBS-checked tutors
All our tutors are professional musicians and experienced teachers, fully DBS checked. We know how to make learning stick — and how to keep it enjoyable at every stage.
📍 Proven across Hampshire & Surrey
Years of high-quality tuition in Petersfield and Chichester. A 100% Rockschool pass rate. Hundreds of students who’ve built a real love of playing. Now we’re bringing it to the Surrey Hills.
WHO IS IT FOR?
These lessons are for anyone who wants to actually play guitar
Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone who picked up a guitar years ago and lost momentum — our Haslemere group lessons are designed to meet you where you are and move you forward.
Children and young people — Structured, fun guitar lessons that build real skills. Ideal for pupils at Camelsdale Primary, Shottermill Junior, and secondary students from across the Haslemere area.
Adults — Learn the songs you’ve always wanted to play, in a relaxed group setting with like-minded people, without the pressure of exams or performance.
- Complete beginners of all ages
- Children aged 7 and up
- Adults finally picking up the guitar
- Families from Grayswood, Hindhead, Beacon Hill and Fernhurst
- Returning players wanting structure and community
- Anyone curious about Rockschool grades (optional)
THE ROCKSCHOOL FRAMEWORK
A world-class structure — without the pressure
The Rockschool syllabus is used by hundreds of thousands of students worldwide. It’s built around contemporary music — rock, pop, blues, indie — the kind of music people actually want to play.
We use it as our framework because it works. Clear, logical progression from basic rhythm and chord shapes through to full song performance. Nobody gets stuck, bored, or held back.
Sitting grades is entirely optional. If you want a recognised Rockschool qualification — Debut through to Grade 8 — that pathway is fully supported. We have a 100% pass rate.
📍 Venue update — Haslemere
We’re finalising our Haslemere venue and will be announcing details to registered students very soon. We’re looking for a central location that’s accessible for families from Grayswood, Hindhead, Beacon Hill and Fernhurst. Register your interest below — you’ll be the first to know when we open for bookings. It’s free and there’s absolutely no commitment.
Don’t miss out
Spaces are limited — register your interest today
Group sizes are kept deliberately small. The first people to register will be first offered places when bookings open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Guitar Academy Haslemere.
Where in Haslemere will lessons take place?
We’re finalising our Haslemere venue now. We’re specifically looking for a central location that’s accessible for families from across the area — including Grayswood, Hindhead, Beacon Hill and Fernhurst. All registered students will receive venue details first.
When do Haslemere lessons start?
We’ll be confirming start dates with registered students as soon as our venue is confirmed. Register now — it’s free, there’s no commitment, and you’ll be among the first to know.
Do I need any experience to join?
None at all. Our group lessons are designed for complete beginners as well as those with a little experience. The Rockschool framework means you’ll always work at the right level.
Do you have to sit Rockschool exams?
No — exams are completely optional. We use the Rockschool syllabus as a progression framework. If you want a recognised qualification, that path is there — we have a 100% pass rate.
What does it cost?
£180 for a block of 10 lessons — that’s £18 per lesson for expert, small-group tuition. No hidden extras.
Do I need my own guitar?
Not to begin with. We can advise on starter guitars and offer a rental scheme so you can get going without a big upfront cost.
Is there any cost to register my interest?
No — registering is completely free and carries no obligation. We’ll keep you updated and let you know as soon as places are available.
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