- START YOUR HERO'S JOURNEY
Guitar Lessons They'll Look Forward To Every Week
Rock Dojo transforms learning guitar into an epic adventure through original music, story-driven musical missions, and a reward system that keeps kids excited to practice. Whether your child has never picked up a guitar or already has experience, they’ll build real musical skills while becoming part of a world they’ll never want to leave.
- HERO ACADEMY
Welcome to Hero Academy
Students meet once each week in small groups where they learn guitar through original music, story-driven Musical Missions, and an adventure that keeps them excited to practice and progress.
What makes Hero Academy different?
- Small-group classes led by two experienced instructors
- Original curriculum created by professional musicians and educators
- Story-driven Musical Missions, Hero Cards, badges, and rewards that keep students motivated
- Step-by-step instruction that builds real guitar skills
- Original songs and backing tracks students love to play
- Beginner-friendly. No experience required.
Thousands of Portland elementary students have learned guitar with Rock Dojo since 2015.
- HERO ACADEMY EXPERIENCE
What Your Child Experiences Every Week
WHAT TO EXPECT
After School, We Take It From Here
Class meets at school, directly after class. No extra driving, no rushing across town, and no interruptions to your evening.
Real Guitar Skills, One Step at a Time
Whether your child is picking up a guitar for the first time or already knows a few songs, they’ll build strong musical fundamentals through clear, step-by-step instruction.
Music They'll Actually Want to Play
Progress Kids Can See
Small Classes. Personal Attention.
Two instructors work with every class, giving students plenty of encouragement, guidance, and individual support as they learn.
Confidence That Goes Beyond Music
We Make It Easy for Families
- No experience required
- Guitar rentals available
- Instruments can be stored safely at school
- Weekly after-school classes at selected schools
- We provide the curriculum, music, and learning plan
- Kids simply show up ready to have fun
Every week ends with another musical victory
- FIND A HERO ACADEMY
Find a Hero Academy Near You
Choose the Hero Academy location that’s most convenient for your family. Hero Academy is designed for students in grades 2–6. Children are welcome to enroll at any location, regardless of which school they attend, including students from private schools and homeschool programs.
- The Rock Dojo Sound
Original Music. Real Band Energy
Students don’t practice with boring exercises or generic beginner songs. Every Rock Dojo mission is powered by professionally written original music designed to build real guitar skills while making every class feel like an exciting adventure.
Every Song Is Created With a Purpose
- Professionally written and produced by working musicians
- Every song is designed to teach specific musical skills
- Makes practicing feel exciting instead of repetitive
- Develops lifelong musical skills
We don’t just teach students how to play songs . . .
We don’t teach students to play their parents’ music. Instead, we help them discover the music they love, master the skills to play it, and eventually create music of their own.
- The Journey Continues
A Year-Round Journey for Young Musicians
Hero Academy is where most students begin their musical journey. Throughout the school year, they build skills, earn rewards, and unlock new adventures. During the summer, students continue leveling up through Summer Series before returning the following school year ready for even greater challenges.
Stage 1: School Year
HERO ACADEMY
The core curriculum where students learn guitar, earn Hero Cards,complete Musical Missions,and unlock Original Music.
Stage 2: Summer
SUMMER SERIES
Keep leveling up with live online classes, Hero Training workshops, and Special Missions.
Stage 3: Next Season
LEVEL UP
Return stronger, unlock new Musical Missions, earn new rewards, and continue your adventure.
- THE TRANSFORMATIONS
The Skills That Last a Lifetime
Hero Academy isn’t about memorizing a few songs. It’s about giving students the skills, confidence, and creativity to continue growing as musicians long after the program ends.
After Rock Dojo, Students Are Ready To…
- Learn their favorite songs independently
- Write their own riffs and melodies
- Play with other musicians
- Perform with confidence
- Explore new musical styles and genres
- Continue developing as musicians for years to come
