Student playing an acoustic guitar during beginner music class in Sydney

Guitar Lessons for Beginners


Learn to express yourself musically through the guitar in this beginner-friendly course in Sydney. Discover why the guitar is one of the world’s most loved instruments and start a creative journey in a supportive and engaging class environment.

Throughout the course, you'll build a solid foundation in guitar playing techniques. From basic chords and rhythm strumming to reading tablature and playing popular pieces, every session is designed to help you gain confidence and musical skills.

Led by experienced tutors, this course is perfect whether you're starting from scratch or looking to build on very basic knowledge. Bring your enthusiasm—and your guitar—and start strumming today!

Course Outline

  • Introduction to basic music theory and rhythm strumming patterns
  • Chord progressions and tab reading
  • Practice popular classics like Wild Thing and House of the Rising Sun

Schedule & Pricing

  • Next term: 9 Feb – 30 Mar 2026, Mondays 6:00–7:30pm
  • Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
  • Fee: $399

Details
1 hour 30 minutes

You will learn

  • Play chords and rhythm patterns confidently
  • Read guitar tablature and play simple songs
  • Understand basic music theory and technique

You will get

  • Guidance from experienced guitar tutors
  • Rehearsal and practice with popular songs
  • Supportive group learning environment

Appropriate for

This course is for beginners with no prior guitar experience.


Preparation

What to bring

  • Your own acoustic guitar
  • Blank sheet music notebook
  • Pencil for taking notes

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher
Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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