Never played, or stuck at the same level for years? Private 1:1 guitar lessons in Surrey — in person, built around the music you actually want to play.
100% money-back guarantee if you aren't happy.
In their words
Hear it from me
Unlike tutors with rigid practice plans, I come to you and teach around your musical interests and lifestyle, so practice feels manageable, and you're actually motivated to put the work in.
How I actually teach
That means lessons built around:
I've spent over 10 years teaching and performing across the UK and Europe, and I use that experience to keep things practical, enjoyable, and useful. So instead of forcing you through a one-size-fits-all plan, I give you focused practice material and tasks after each session. You take that away, practice it, and come back ready for the next session.
YouTube is handy. It's also a lovely way to spend three hours learning six ways to play the same chord, none of them helping you sound better.
It's also easy to be led to believe you must practice this one picking exercise to become a real guitar player, even though you may just want to be able to solo like BB King, or play your favorite Nirvana songs like Kurt Cobain.
They're pretty real guitarists aren't they???
But also, these videos don't take into account what stage you're at, and those 'how to shred' videos, may not be best suited to your needs right now.
Pricing
One session per week, billed every week.
One session per week, billed every 4 weeks.
1 weekly session, more feedback, support and accountability between sessions. Billed every 4 weeks.
All prices above are starting prices only — they reflect my rates for students based in the areas listed below. If you're located slightly further afield, your rate may be marginally higher to account for travel time, which I'll confirm in your personalised quote before you commit to anything. I teach in person across Walton-on-Thames, Molesey, Weybridge, Sunbury, Hampton Court, Thames Ditton and Esher. I also hold an Enhanced DBS certificate.
Rate example areas: Walton-on-Thames · Hersham · Molesey · Weybridge · Hampton Court · Thames Ditton · Esher · Sunbury
My story
I've been petrified to let people hear me play, even my parents. I've looked at other players and assumed I'd never be able to do what they can do. I've shaken through performances and thought, "Right, that went well," in the least convincing way possible.
What changed wasn't magic. It was getting help from people who actually knew what I needed, then putting myself in the situations I was avoiding.
Now I'm a full-time professional UK guitar player, with over 10 years of teaching experience, having performed to audiences of up to 15,000 at major festivals and venues including Brighton Dome, Manchester Academy and Mighty Hoopla, and recorded on tracks now streaming on Spotify.
How it works
Pick a time that suits you, tell me your goals and what's been getting in the way.
I come to you — just your guitar, an amp if you play electric, a pick and a tuner.
I show you what to practise based on your goals and taste.
Clear tasks and materials, no guessing.
Week by week you get better at the things you actually care about playing.
Before you ask
No — complete beginners, stuck intermediates, and people wanting confidence playing with others are all welcome.
Absolutely fine. Genuinely — starting from zero is a completely normal place to begin.
Good results don't need hours a day. Most students see real progress on just 30-45 minutes of focused practice a day, because the work is tailored to what you've actually got time for, not the amount your fantasy self has after a lovely breakfast and a 5am run.
That's exactly why this is built around your goals and how you learn — not a one-size-fits-all syllabus.
You can get a lot online — you just can't get a plan built for you, live feedback, or someone spotting the thing actually holding you back.
We spend the hour working on what you actually want to play — you'll leave with a clear plan and material to practise.
Not nearby? I also teach online guitar lessons over video — same tailored teaching, wherever you are in the world.
Online Guitar LessonsThe right practice, and a bit of consistency. That's it.
In-person lessons from £35 · 100% money-back guarantee if you aren't happy.
Have a question?
Wondering if lessons are right for you, how in-home lessons work, or anything else? Send it over — it lands straight in my inbox and I read every message myself.
callum@callumgarland.com