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Guitar Lessons Toronto

Play songs you love, from lesson one.

No filler. No scales for the sake of scales. You, an inspiring teacher, and the music you actually want to play.

ABC Academy of Music has offered private guitar lessons in Toronto, Ontario since 2001. Experienced guitar teachers work from two locations: St. Clair West (12 Conway Ave) and Lawrence Park (2180 Bayview Ave, near Lawrence & Bayview), plus online across North America. Trial lessons start at $20; regular lessons are $55.38 (30 min) or $64.81 (45 min). 4.8★ from 150 students on Google.

4.8 / 5 · 150+ students
St. Clair West & Lawrence Park
Teacher Match Guarantee
2 Toronto guitar lesson locations

We’ve been doing this for 23 years. If something isn’t working for you, we fix it.

Pre-adolescent boy, so glad, playing the guitar. Wearing gray sweatshirt.

Three chords. A thousand songs.

Guitar is the fastest instrument to go from zero to playing real music. Here’s why it stays with you for life.

Do I need to own a guitar first?

Yes — unlike piano, guitar is an instrument you need to own. The good news: entry-level is affordable.

Lesson options: start with $20

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Trial Guitar Lesson

$20 CAD

30-minute trial. At our studio or online. Meet your teacher, play your first chord, see if we’re the right fit.

  • Meet your guitar teacher
  • Learn your first chord or riff
  • Instrument advice included
  • No experience required
Perfect Teacher Match Guarantee

“But I’m not sure about guitar…”

We hear these a lot. Here’s the real story.

“Guitar looks hard — all those chords!”

Three chords cover hundreds of songs. Most students play a recognizable tune within their first few lessons.

“My fingers hurt when I press the strings.”

Normal for the first week. Fingertips toughen up fast. An electric guitar is also an option — strings are easier to press.

“I need to buy a guitar first.”

Take the trial first. We’ll tell you exactly what to get for your age, size, and style. No wasted purchases.

“I’m too old to start an instrument.”

Adult guitar beginners often progress quickly. Better focus, stronger motivation. We have students from 5 to 85.

Still not sure? That’s what the trial is for.

Bring your doubts, your questions, your rusty strumming. $20. 30 minutes. We’ll take it from there.

Try for $20

Guitar lessons for every age

From age 5 to adult beginners. Teaching approach adjusts to who you are and what you want to play.

Kids (5+)

Songs from movies, games, and YouTube. Properly sized guitars for small hands. Progress they can hear fast.

  • Fun, encouraging approach
  • Age-appropriate repertoire
  • Proper technique from day one
Beginner GuitarDisney Songs

Teenagers

Your playlist, your riffs, your style. Rock, pop, metal, or indie — you drive the repertoire.

  • Current hits and your favorites
  • Songwriting and improvisation
  • Band skills and performance
Rock & PopSongwriting

Adults

Always wanted to play guitar? It’s easier than you think. Goal-focused lessons, no wasted time.

  • Learn your favorite songs first
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Beginner-friendly, judgment-free
Adult BeginnerFolk & Blues

Seniors

Bucket list? Campfire songs? We go at your pace. Guitar is wonderfully accessible to return to.

  • Classic folk and country
  • Patient, encouraging teaching
  • Online lessons available
Folk SongsEasy Strumming

Ready to pick it up?

Book a $20 trial. Let us show you how achievable guitar really is.

Book Your $20 Trial

127+ students can’t be wrong.

“My son began guitar lessons at the age of 5. I’ve been so impressed with the patience and good humour his teachers have displayed!”

Leslie Ambedian

Guitar Parent · Google

“ABC Academy is great because of the personal, individual lesson, as well as working at your own pace. I wouldn’t want to learn anywhere else!”

Matthew Shewaye

Guitar Student · Google

“My son Owen is excelling as a musician thanks to the instruction at ABC. We really appreciate the professionalism of the teachers.”

Kat Spiwak

Guitar Parent · Trustpilot

Online Guitar Lessons for US Students

$15 USD

for a 30-minute trial with a Toronto guitar teacher. Your dollar buys more.

Regular 30-Min Lesson

$41.98 USD*
$55.38 CAD

Regular 45-Min Lesson

$49.13 USD*
$64.81 CAD

Perfect for US Students

All lessons in English. EST, CST, MST, PST all accommodated.

Same Quality Teaching

Same experienced teachers, proven curriculum. Just better value for USD.

Easy Payment

Pay with any US credit card. No extra fees.

Book a Toronto guitar teacher from anywhere in the US.

Book Your $20 CAD Trial (≈$15 USD)

*Exchange rates vary. Call 416-651-7529 with questions.

Guitar lesson questions

At ABC Academy in Toronto, a trial guitar lesson costs $20 for 30 minutes. Regular private lessons are $55.38 for 30 minutes or $64.81 for 45 minutes. Available at our St. Clair West (12 Conway Ave) or Lawrence Park (2180 Bayview Ave) studios, or online.
Yes — guitar is one instrument you need your own. A basic acoustic starter costs $80–150. After your trial lesson your teacher will recommend the right size and type for your age, hand size, and goals.
In-studio guitar lessons start at age 5. Online lessons start at age 6. We use appropriately sized guitars (1/4, 1/2, 3/4) for younger students.
Absolutely. Adults often progress faster because they understand music conceptually and can practice intentionally. Many adult beginners are playing songs they love within a few weeks.
ABC Academy has two Toronto guitar locations: 12 Conway Ave in St. Clair West (west of Dufferin, near Corso Italia), and 2180 Bayview Ave at Lawrence & Bayview in North York (Lawrence Park). Online lessons also available across North America.
ABC Academy offers conservatory-quality teaching without mandatory exam curricula. Unlike a single independent teacher, we have multiple qualified instructors, a guaranteed teacher-match policy, and two Toronto studio locations. RCM exam preparation available; recreational learners equally welcome.
Many students play their first complete song within 4–8 lessons. Guitar has the fastest entry of any instrument: three chords cover hundreds of songs.
For guitar, yes. The instrument is clearly visible on camera, teachers can demonstrate technique in real time, and lessons can be recorded for practice review.
All styles: pop, rock, folk, blues, jazz, country, and classical. You choose the music; your teacher builds the curriculum around your goals.

Start with a $20 trial lesson.

Meet your teacher, play your first chord, and see if we’re the right fit. All in 30 minutes.

Or call 416-651-7529

No pushy follow-up. Just guitar.