Learn Guitar The Right Way With London's Most Trusted Guitar School
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Serving London's most discerning families and professionals since 2010
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Finally... Guitar Lessons That Actually Work
(Even With Your Packed Schedule)
Whether you’re 7 or 70, brand-new to guitar or stuck in a rut, Forest City Guitar Lessons is London Ontario’s premier destination for guitar education that gets real results.
For over 14 years we’ve helped hundreds of students in London and surrounding areas discover the joy of playing guitar through our proven, systematic approach that makes learning faster, easier, and way more fun than traditional methods.
Our specialized programs serve three distinct groups:
Guitar Lessons for ADULTS
For busy professionals, parents, and lifelong learners
Are you tired of YouTube lessons that leave you more confused than when you started? Ready to finally cross “learn guitar” off your bucket list?
Our adult program is designed for people who value their time and want real results. We focus on the music you actually want to play while building solid fundamentals that last.
Perfect For:
- Complete beginners who want to start right
- Self-taught players stuck in bad habits
- Former players getting back into music
- Anyone who’s always wanted to “finally learn guitar”
- Complete beginners who want to start right
- Self-taught players stuck in bad habits
- Former players getting back into music
- Anyone who’s always wanted to “finally learn guitar”
For busy professionals, parents, and lifelong learners
Are you tired of YouTube lessons that leave you more confused than when you started? Ready to finally cross “learn guitar” off your bucket list?
Our adult program is designed for people who value their time and want real results. We focus on the music you actually want to play while building solid fundamentals that last.
Perfect for:
- Complete beginners who want to start right
- Self-taught players stuck in bad habits
- Former players getting back into music
- Anyone who’s always wanted to “finally learn guitar”
Guitar Lessons for Kids (7-12)
Making music education fun, engaging, and effective
Children learn differently than adults, and our kids program is specifically designed around how young minds work best. We use games, familiar songs, and positive reinforcement to build both skills and confidence.
Parents love seeing their children develop focus, discipline, and genuine pride in their musical abilities — all while having a blast.
Perfect For:
- Children who’ve been asking for guitar lessons
- Kids who need a break from screen time
- Young learners who tried online lessons but got frustrated
- Any child ready to develop a lifelong love of music
- Children who’ve been asking for guitar lessons
- Kids who need a break from screen time
- Young learners who tried online lessons but got frustrated
- Any child ready to develop a lifelong love of music
Making music education fun, engaging, and effective
Children learn differently than adults, and our kids program is specifically designed around how young minds work best. We use games, familiar songs, and positive reinforcement to build both skills and confidence.
Parents love seeing their children develop focus, discipline, and genuine pride in their musical abilities — all while having a blast.
Perfect for:
- Children who’ve been asking for guitar lessons
- Kids who need a break from screen time
- Young learners who tried online lessons but got frustrated
- Any child ready to develop a lifelong love of music
Guitar Lessons for Teenagers (13-17)
Building confidence, creativity, and life skills through music
The teenage years are perfect for developing musical skills that last a lifetime. Our teen program respects their growing independence while providing the structure and support they need to excel.
Guitar lessons help teenagers develop focus, creative expression, and the confidence that comes from mastering a real skill — benefits that extend far beyond music.
Perfect For:
- Teens exploring their musical identity
- Students dealing with school stress who need a creative outlet
- Young people wanting to build real skills and confidence
- Anyone preparing for talent shows, auditions, or just having fun
- Teens exploring their musical identity
- Students dealing with school stress who need a creative outlet
- Young people wanting to build real skills and confidence
- Anyone preparing for talent shows, auditions, or just having fun
Building confidence, creativity, and life skills through music
The teenage years are perfect for developing musical skills that last a lifetime. Our teen program respects their growing independence while providing the structure and support they need to excel.
Guitar lessons help teenagers develop focus, creative expression, and the confidence that comes from mastering a real skill — benefits that extend far beyond music.
Perfect for:
- Teens exploring their musical identity
- Students dealing with school stress who need a creative outlet
- Young people wanting to build real skills and confidence
- Anyone preparing for talent shows, auditions, or just having fun
What Makes Our Guitar Lessons Different
Systematic, Not Random
Unlike most guitar teachers who "wing it," we use a proven system that builds skills in the right order. Every lesson has a purpose, connecting to the music you want to play.
Real Music, Real Fast
Forget "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." Our students play recognizable songs from day one while building the fundamentals they need for long-term success.
Age-Appropriate Instruction
Children aren't mini-adults, and adults aren't big children. Our specialized programs are designed around how different age groups actually learn best.
Professional Certification
Most guitar teachers have no formal training in how to teach. We're professionally certified with ongoing education to ensure you get the best instruction possible.
Why Forest City Guitar Lessons Is London's
#1 Choice
Why Forest City Guitar Lessons Is London's #1 Choice
Professionally Trained Teachers (Not Weekend Warriors)
Most guitar teachers have zero formal training and just wing it when you walk through the door.
We're not just padding our pocket-change. We're professionally certified with ongoing education to ensure you get the best instruction possible.
Fix Problems In Minutes, Not Months
We break down exactly what's holding you back and show you how to fix it on the spot. No more wondering why something "just isn't working."
Learn Songs Fast With Our "Bite-Size" Method
While other teachers make you suffer through boring exercises, we'll have you playing recognizable songs from day one using our proven rapid-fire repertoire system.
Modern Methods, Not 1950s Advice
Forget "just practice more." We use science-backed training strategies that get bigger results in less time than traditional methods.
We Put Our Money Where Our Mouth Is
We're so confident in our methods that we back it with our 30-day money back guarantee. Either you love your lessons or we'll refund your money.*
Lessons That Fit Your Life, Not The Other Way Around
Flexible scheduling, easy online booking, and convenient London location. Because learning guitar should add joy to your life, not stress.
Our Iron-Clad 30-day Money-Back Guarantee
At Forest City Guitar Lessons, we stand behind the quality of our instruction.
We are so confident you will love your lessons with us that we have an Iron-Clad 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
If you don’t think our lessons are the right fit for you, we’ll give you your money back.*
*Terms & Conditions Apply
*Terms & Conditions Apply
Did you know that most guitar teachers aren’t certified to teach, even if they have a music degree?
We are certified!
And we have a plan to get you RESULTS on the guitar
efficiently & effectively.
NO TIME WASTED!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much do guitar lessons cost?
We have multiple lesson packages to accommodate your unique guitar playing, budget, and scheduling needs. We're confident we have a lesson package that works for you.
Do you teach in person, or online?
All lessons are held in-person in London, Ontario.
I'm brand-new to guitar, are these lessons for me?
Definitely! If you are brand-new to guitar, we can help you get started on the right path to achieving your guitar playing goals, right from the first note you play.
We'll prove it to you in person! Check out our guitar lessons for adults and guitar lessons for kids & teens to claim your FREE introductory lesson.
I already have some guitar playing experience, are these lessons for me?
Absolutely! Whether you've taken lessons before or tried teaching yourself, we can help you break through any barriers holding you back from playing guitar the way you really want.
Check out our guitar lessons for adults and guitar lessons for kids & teens to claim your free 60-minute introductory lesson. We're confident we will have a solution for you.
What ages do you teach?
We offer guitar lessons for students as young as 7 years old, to "young at heart" students in their retirement age.
Click the buttons below to below to find out more about our lesson options for adults, kids and teens:
Am I too old to learn guitar?
NO! You don't need to start at a young age to learn to play guitar. In fact, over 50% of our students are adults, many of whom are retired or approaching retirement.
My hands are too big/small/thick/narrow!
The size of your hands is not important. What matters is learning how to position your hands correctly so that you can play.
This is actually easier than it sounds! I'd be happy to show you how during your FREE introductory lesson.
What styles can I learn to play?
Our electric guitar lessons specialize in Blues, Rock, and Metal genres, including related sub-genres.
Our acoustic guitar lessons focus primarily on classic rock, blues, and pop/folk genres - perfect for campfire strummers!
FCGL instructors are also highly trained in how to teach lead guitar (guitar soloing).
What equipment do I need?
You will need the following equipment to get started with lessons:
- Guitar (Acoustic or Electric)
- Your hands
- A positive mindset
Should I try to teach myself guitar?
Let me ask you a question, and I mean this as gently as possible:
How many guitar players have you taught successfully?
Chances are, the answer is... None.
So why on earth would you experiment on yourself and try to figure it out on your own?
You don't want to go through the painful process of trial-and-error.
The fastest way to learn is to take lessons with a qualified guitar teacher who is trained to get HUGE results for their students.
I've taken lessons before and didn't have great results. What makes your approach different?
Just because somebody can play guitar well does not mean they can effectively teach you to play guitar. In fact, many guitar teachers have no formal training in how to teach guitar!
Even with the best intentions, these guitar-players-turned-teachers usually end up doing more harm than good... Often, with little or no results. The sad truth is most of them just wing it and make something up at the beginning of the lesson.
At Forest City Guitar Lessons, our programs are designed to provide you with the skills you need to play guitar the way YOU want to play.
There's no boring method books or nursery rhymes to slog through.
We'll get you on the right path to playing guitar, right from day one.
Claim Your FREE No-Obligation 60-Minute Introductory Lesson now!
Most people leave their first lesson with us feeling more confident about guitar than they have in months (or years).
Experience the difference a professionally trained teacher makes when you book your FREE 60-minute introductory lesson.
Here’s a taste of what you’ll discover:
Your guitar playing Future
Having a clear direction is essential to your success. We'll get crystal-clear on what you want to achieve in your guitar playing so we can teach you to play the way you want to play as quickly as possible.
Our Field-Tested Set of chords to play almost ANY song!
Our "Standard 6" are the perfect starting point for new players looking to play full songs as quickly as possible. Our head instructor has used these 6 chords exclusively to play full 3-hour performances!
1-Minute Guitar Soloing Breakthrough
You don't need to wait to start playing guitar solos! We'll show you how to play your own guitar solos in under 1 minute, even if you're a complete beginner.
The "Holy Trinity" of guitar technique
There's only 3 parts of your guitar technique that really matter. Maximize your results and practice less by focusing on them.
Personalized Breakthrough Training
We'll fill in the missing pieces between your current abilities, and what you ultimately want to be able to play on guitar.
We'll identify the #1 thing that's holding you back in your guitar playing, and crush it to dust! You'll see an immediate improvement in your playing, guaranteed.
Book your free no-obligation Introductory Lesson now!
discover why Forest City Guitar Lessons is London Ontario's most trusted guitar school.
Adults (18+)
Finally learn to play guitar the right way. Perfect for busy professionals, parents, and anyone who's always wanted to learn guitar but didn't know where to start.
Kids (7-12)
Make learning guitar fun and engaging! Age-appropriate instruction that builds skills while keeping it fun so they stick with it.
Teens (13-17)
Build confidence and creativity through music. Develop musical skills, creative expression, and discover their identity during these important years.