Welcome to the Rock Dojo Guitar Lessons for Kids Blog

This is where you can get the latest guitar lessons for kids updates from Rock Dojo! Here you will find the latest news for our online guitar lessons and tons of free guitar lesson tips.


Celebrate the black guitarists who innovated rock music.

The Roots of Rock: Celebrating Black Guitarists Who Innovated Rock

Black History Month is a time to reflect and celebrate the contributions of Black people to American culture and history. In the world of music, Black guitarists have played a vital role in shaping the sound and style of rock music. In this blog post, we’re taking a closer look ...
Rock Dojo founder demonstrating proper guitar technique in a dojo setting during the filming of the White Belt Video-On-Demand Course

Learn Guitar Techniques and Music Theory with White Belt Video-On-Demand Course

Welcome to the Rock Dojo, where we teach guitar techniques and music theory to students of all ages and skill levels. My mission is to provide a comprehensive and interactive learning experience that helps students achieve their musical goals. I created The White Belt Video-On-Demand Course to provide students with ...
White Belt Video-On-Demand Course cover featuring a cartoon yetti playing an electric guitar

Learn Guitar for Beginners: Introducing the White Belt Guitar Course

Introducing the White Belt Guitar Course: The Ultimate Guide to Learning Guitar Are you ready to take the first step in becoming a guitar pro? Look no further than the White Belt guitar course from Rock Dojo. This comprehensive course has everything you need to get started on the right ...
Darwin holding up his certificate of completion representing his black belt in rock guitar through the Rock Dojo online course.

Success Stories from Rock Dojo Students: Meet Darwin

Welcome to Rock Dojo's student success stories series, where we highlight the achievements of our dedicated guitar students. Today, we are excited to share Darwin's story, a 16-year-old guitar prodigy who started with our after-school guitar program in Portland, OR, and has since become a black belt in rock guitar ...
A child holds a certificate of completion, proud of their accomplishments at the Rock Dojo guitar course for kids.

Guitar Foundation for Kids: Building the Key to Success in Guitar Playing

Understanding the Importance of a Strong Guitar Foundation for Kids Guitar foundation for kids is essential for young learners. This blog post will explore why building a strong foundation in guitar playing is key to success and how it sets kids up for success in their music journey. Discover how ...
Learn how to play guitar with Rock Dojo's award-winning online guitar lessons for kids.

An Introduction to the Rock Dojo Curriculum: Unlocking the Power of Guitar for Kids

Are you looking for an effective way to introduce your child to the world of the guitar? Look no further than Rock Dojo's comprehensive guitar curriculum. Our unique belt system is designed specifically for kids, allowing students to graduate to new levels as they work through the curriculum. In this ...
The Guitar Sensei presents a Rock Dojo student with his certificate of completion.

Why Music Education for Kids is Important: The Cognitive and Social Benefits

Music education for kids is more than just learning to play an instrument. It is a powerful tool that can positively impact a child's cognitive and social development. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of music education for kids, specifically focusing on guitar lessons and why they are essential ...
child enjoying playing guitar as he plays his favorite guitar songs for kids.

The Perfect Guitar Songs for Kids of All Ages

Learning to play the guitar can be a fun and rewarding experience for kids. Not only does it help to develop discipline, focus, and self-esteem, but it also opens up a world of creativity and expression. However, finding the right guitar songs for kids to learn can be challenging. That's ...
A student reading and playing guitar tab notation

Unlock Your Child’s Musical Potential with Rock Dojo’s Online Guitar Course

Rock Dojo's Online Guitar Course for Kids is Fun and Effective As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible education and opportunities for personal growth. One way to do this is by introducing them to the world of music and the guitar. At Rock Dojo, we ...
Group guitar classes vs private guitar lessons

Making the Choice: Group or Private Guitar Lessons

Comparison of group and private guitar lessons When it comes to guitar lessons for kids, parents and students have the option of choosing between group classes or private lessons. Both have benefits and drawbacks, and the choice ultimately depends on the individual's learning style and goals. Group guitar classes After-school ...
The Guitar Sensei and his after-school guitar student.

After-School Guitar Lessons with Rock Dojo Rocks

Registration is now open for Rock Dojo's award-winning after-school guitar lessons at Abernethy, Alameda, Beverly Cleary, Laurelhurst, and Irvington Schools. Reserve your spot today! What will my child learn during Rock Dojo after-school guitar lessons? The Rock Dojo offers award-winning after-school guitar lessons for elementary school students in Portland, OR ...

Top 5 Reasons to Re-Register for Rock Dojo After-School

My Child Just Finished Rock Dojo After-School, Now What? Your child just finished Rock Dojo after-school. Now, what do you do? That's a great question, and I get asked it all time. The answer is another quarter of Rock Dojo after-school. Here are the top five reasons parents should re-register ...