Year: 2023

Preparing for Your First Guitar Lesson

Are you getting your child ready for their very first guitar lesson at Rock Dojo? That’s awesome! Learning the guitar can be a fantastic journey for your child, and as a parent, you play a crucial role in helping them succeed. Here are three simple tips to make sure your child’s guitar adventure gets off […]

Learning Guitar: How It Boosts Academic Performance

In the colorful tapestry of life, music serves as the threads that weave our emotions, experiences, and expressions together. As children head back to school, they often rush to enroll them in academic-centric programs. Yet, delving into the realm of music, particularly learning guitar, can be equally, if not more, rewarding. Before diving into the […]

Left-Handed vs Right-Handed Guitars for Kids

Left-handed vs right-handed guitars, which is better? Good news: either one rocks! The real headliners are string tension and guitar size. Forget the Left-Handed vs Right-Handed Guitars Debate. It’s All About the Guitar Size. Choosing the right size guitar can feel like a Goldilocks moment: not too big, not too small, but just right. Here’s […]

Rock Dojo After-School: One Class, All Levels

You’ve heard the buzz about Rock Dojo after-school from excited parents whose kids are strumming chords and rocking out in ways they never thought possible. But if you’re a new parent on the block or have a child with a different skill level, you might wonder how we manage a classroom full of diverse abilities. […]

After-School Guitar Lessons: Boosting Child Development

The role of music, and specifically guitar lessons, in child development is significant. At Rock Dojo in Portland, OR, our after-school guitar lessons provide many benefits beyond musical ability. As shared by April Panowicz, a parent of our students, her kids have loved Rock Dojo from day one. They’ve become so passionate about practicing their […]

Guitar Lessons for Kids: The Power of Starting Young

At Rock Dojo, our commitment extends beyond teaching children how to play an instrument. Our guitar lessons for kids provide a foundation for personal and musical growth that sparks creativity, bolsters confidence, and cultivates cognitive development. Cognitive Boost from Guitar Lessons for Kids Studies have shown that musical training positively affects brain development. When children […]

Juneteenth Kids Rock Concert in Portland, OR

Relive the magic of the Juneteenth kids rock concert for kids at the Kenton Library in Portland, Oregon. This sensational event, organized by Rock Dojo, brought together families, young rock enthusiasts, and passionate musicians for an unforgettable experience in Portland, OR. Let’s dive into the highlights and excitement of this incredible concert as we gear […]

Best Campfire Songs for Beginners

Ah, summer—a season filled with warmth, laughter, and the great outdoors. As the days grow longer and the nights become starlit, there’s no better time to gather around a crackling campfire with family and friends. And what better way to elevate the atmosphere than with the soothing sounds of a guitar? This blog post explores […]

Rock Dojo Guitar Lessons: Bibo’s Success Story

Rock Dojo guitar lessons, proudly based in Portland, OR, provide an immersive learning experience for aspiring young musicians. Among these budding talents is Bibo, an 8-year-old with an infectious passion for the guitar in Portland. Musical Literacy & Techniques in Rock Dojo Guitar Lessons At Portland’s Rock Dojo, we believe in imparting fundamental musical literacy […]

Guitar Lessons for Kids: Building Community

Centered in Portland, OR, and extending globally through online education, Rock Dojo brings guitar lessons for kids to schools and homes, igniting a passion for music in aspiring young musicians everywhere. Our unique blend of engaging in-person and self-paced online guitar lessons has turned Rock Dojo into a global platform. We are committed to nurturing […]