Portland’s Award-Winning After-School Guitar Program
Rock Dojo transforms guitar lessons into an epic adventure.
Our award-winning, gamified curriculum blends rock and metal music with belts, badges, and collectible cards to help students build discipline, perseverance, and a lifelong love of learning. Students “level up” by completing musical challenges and earning rewards that track their progress, just like in a video game. Along the way, they develop a growth mindset, gain confidence, and discover the power of self-expression and creative risk-taking.
Start Your Child's Journey Today!
Rock Dojo offers after-school guitar programs in elementary schools located in Portland, OR.
Mondays from 2:30 – 3:30 PM
Forest Park Elementary School
Address: 9935 NW Durrett St, Portland, OR 97229
Wednesdays from 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Laurelhurst K-8 School
Address: 840 NE 41st Ave., Portland, OR 97232
Tuesdays from 3:15 – 4:15 PM
Beverly Cleary K-8 School
Address: 1915 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97212
Thursdays from 2:30 – 3:30 PM
Alameda Elementary School
Address: 2732 NE Fremont St., Portland, OR 97212
Fridays from 2:45 – 3:45 PM
Richmond Elementary School
Address: 2276 SE 41st Ave., Portland, OR 97214
Real Reviews from Real Parents
From quiet kids to confident heroes, Rock Dojo helps students rise to the challenge—one riff at a time. Don’t take our word for it— hear from families who’ve seen their kids grow stronger, braver, and more focused through Rock Dojo after-school guitar.
Guitar Lessons That Rock. Confidence That Lasts.
What Makes Rock Dojo Different?
- Gamified Learning System: Kids don’t just take lessons—they level up. Our unique belt system motivates students to practice, progress, and earn ranks from White Belt to Black Belt in Rock.
- Award-Winning Instructors: Named Portland’s Best Guitar Educators, our team brings 20+ years of experience teaching thousands of students how to rock with purpose and passion.
- Epic Curriculum, Real Results: From classic riffs to original songs, students learn real-world musical skills while having a blast. Each class includes step-by-step handouts, online courses, and take-home challenges.
- Community, Confidence & Creativity: In our high-energy rock dojo, students become part of a team, build confidence, and unlock their potential through musical missions, collectible badges, and epic guitar cards.
Why Parents Love It?
- A structured system that kids understand and love.
- Builds discipline, grit, and self-expression.
- Backed by story, challenge, and reward, not pressure.
- Prepares kids for more than music: it builds leaders.
Awesome Bonuses!
Every student receives:
- A free online course that allows students to practice at home.
- A digital student handbook with a step-by-step practice guide.
- A chance to earn collectible Rock Dojo cards, belts, and badges.
Can’t Join Us Yet? Begin Their Hero’s Journey at Home.
Heroes aren’t born. They’re trained.
Start your child’s path to greatness with 5 free guitar lessons from Rock Dojo’s award-winning program.
Online Courses
Not located in the Portland metro area?
Explore our other opportunities for your child to learn guitar through our online course.
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Our Community Partners
Here are some of our fabulous community partners we’ve been working with over the past decade:
