
Every Hero Has an
Origin Story
Start Your Child’s Today!
At Rock Dojo, kids don’t just learn how to play the guitar—they embark on an epic musical adventure.
Our program transforms ordinary guitar lessons into legendary quests through expert instruction, creative challenges, and a martial arts-style belt system.
Forget traditional music classes. Here, students train like heroes—mastering real rock riffs, earning colored wristbands, and building life-long success skills that reach far beyond music.

It's NOT Guitar Class. It's Rock Dojo.
- Epic Guitar Riffs: Learn iconic songs kids actually want to play.
- Martial Arts-Inspired Progress: Level up through our exclusive colored belt system.
- Adventure-Based Learning: Every class provides an unforgettable experience, designed to inspire, challenge, and empower young musicians.
How It Works
- Enroll: Start your child’s hero journey today with our award-winning after-school programs.
- Train: Students follow a complete, step-by-step system for mastering rhythm, riffs, chords, scales, and songs, leveling up through our exclusive martial arts-inspired belt system.
- Rock: Students forge the focus, confidence, and grit to master anything they set their minds to.

Choose Your Hero’s Training Path
Whether your child is just starting their journey or ready to level up, there’s a perfect path at Rock Dojo:

After-School Programs
For aspiring rock ninjas in the Portland metro area, join one of our award-winning after-school programs.

Summer Camps
Kids don’t just learn guitar—they unlock epic powers through metal music, martial arts, and imagination.

Online Courses
Master guitar skills at your own pace with our complete online curriculum for aspiring rock heroes.

Live Concerts
High-energy rock concerts + hands-on guitar workshops = unforgettable musical moments for kids aged 6–12.
Real Families. Real Reviews

Don’t take our word for it—see what Portland parents are saying!
Anna Martens2025-01-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son just joined Rock Dojo. Trying something new as a 3rd grader can be intimidating, especially since many of his peers had participated for over a year. After his first day, my son came home excited to pull his guitar out and show all that he had learned. When I tucked him into bed, my son said, "I'm so excited to play the guitar." Wow! This is all because of the energy, words and community being built by Brian and Rock Dojo. Robert Doeckel2024-12-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My kiddo has been in the after-school program with Guitar Dojo for going on two years now. She absolutely loves it! Guitar day is always something she looks forward to and she enthusiastically recaps what she learned each week. Brian and Sophie are genuinely kind and caring and (at least based on my sometimes shy kid's reception) great at connecting with the students, and they are quick to answer my questions and provide good advice on getting an instrument, practicing at home, and managing the logistics of the after-school program. Highly recommended! Steve Lank2024-12-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our son just finished his first term at Rock Dojo and absolutely loved it! He had no real musical experience coming in, but thanks to Brian he's taken a real interest in guitar and music in general - and is fired up for the next term! Laura M2024-10-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rock Dojo lessons online have been a great experience for my son. He's been able to progress from a beginner to intermediate, learning the basics while also learning fun songs that he recognizes and get him excited about playing. The online lessons are great for being able to move faster than a class might allow, and to zone in on particular skills or interests. Thanks Brian! Catherine Kent2024-10-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son was very hesitant to try guitar and after only the first class he is loving it! anna androsova2024-09-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rock Dojo is fantastic! Brian and Sophie are great guitar teachers who make lessons fun and engaging. After just two classes, my son is eager to show off what he's learned. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and the flexible class options are a big plus. If you're looking for guitar lessons, Rock Dojo is definitely worth checking out! rain ezra2024-08-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I performed with Brian from Rock Dojo at the Happy Valley Library and then he taught a few kids guitar at the park! We need more organizations who can provide music exposure and lessons for free ti the younger generations! Thank You Rock Dojo! Maxx Hughes2024-07-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rock Dojo is an awesome program! They came out and led a guitar workshop for our summer camp program at a local community center and all of the kids loved it! Major props to Brian and Sophie! Alexis Pollak2024-03-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rock Dojo is the best! Our child is actually learning guitar and in only a few lessons was able to start strumming a tune. I am so impressed by this program and will keep my son in it for as long as we can. What a well-structured, fun program for kids - rare these days!
More Than Music — A Mission to Inspire
We’re a small, mighty, Black-owned, family-run dojo right here in Portland.
We’re more than music teachers—we’re mentors on a mission to teach kids to believe in themselves because confidence, creativity, and grit don’t just build great musicians—they build heroes.

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