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Lessons in Toronto

Teaching Toronto since 2003

Ukulele Lessons in Toronto & Online Anywhere

Play the music you love, from lesson one.

No filler. No boring exercises to start. You, an amazing teacher, and the music you actually want to play.

ABC Academy of Music has offered private ukulele lessons in Toronto, Ontario since 2003. Experienced ukulele 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) or $72.55 (60 min). 4.8/5 from 150 students on Google.

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

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

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Pricing

Lesson options: start with $20

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Trial Lesson

$20 CAD

30-minute trial. At our studio or online. Perfect for getting started and seeing if we’re a good fit.

  • Meet your teacher
  • Learn fundamental technique
  • Play your first piece
  • Equipment guidance included
Perfect Teacher Match Guarantee
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At Our Studio

St. Clair West (12 Conway Ave) or Lawrence Park (2180 Bayview Ave).

Hands-on technique correction
Professional instruments available
Great teachers, warm environment

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Online Lessons

Same teachers, same quality. From anywhere.

Perfect for busy families
Record lessons for practice
Available across North America

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Why ukulele?

The friendliest instrument you'll ever meet

Four strings, light touch, and real songs within your very first lesson.

Learn in Minutes

The ukulele’s four strings and soft nylon strings make it the gentlest entry point in music. You’ll strum a real chord in your first lesson.

Joyful by Nature

No instrument sounds quite like a ukulele — warm, bright, and inherently happy. Students of all ages fall in love with it fast.

Perfect for Children

Lightweight, small, and easy on fingers. Ukulele is one of the best first instruments for young children, often from age 5 onward.

Songs from Everywhere

Hawaiian, pop, jazz, folk, indie — the ukulele handles all of them. Pick your favourite songs from week one.

Getting started

What you'll need to get started

A great beginner ukulele is under $80.

A Starter Ukulele

A concert or soprano ukulele runs $50–$100 for a quality beginner model. Good brands: Kala, Mahalo, Oscar Schmidt, Lanikai.

Avoid very cheap dollar-store ukuleles — they often don’t tune properly and make learning harder. A $60–$80 Kala will hold tune well.

Tuner & Picks (Optional)

A clip-on tuner costs $8–$15 and is very helpful at first. Many students use a free tuner app on their phone.

Ukulele is typically played fingerstyle (no pick) — but a felt pick is an option for strumming. Your teacher will guide you.

Common concerns

“But I’m not sure about ukulele…”

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

“It's a toy instrument.”

The ukulele has a serious performance tradition stretching from Hawaiian masters to Jake Shimabukuro's virtuosic concert playing. It's also the instrument behind "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" (Israel Kamakawiwoole).

“My fingers are too big.”

The ukulele's small fretboard has wide spacing relative to its size. Most adults find it very comfortable. Your teacher will show you proper hand position from the first lesson.

“It's only good for one style.”

Pop, jazz, folk, Hawaiian, blues, classical, indie — the ukulele handles them all. You choose the songs; your teacher builds the skills to play them.

“My child is too young.”

Children as young as 4–5 can begin with a soprano ukulele. The light strings are gentle on small fingers and the instrument is designed to be held easily by small hands.

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

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

Try for $20

Who we teach

Ukulele lessons for every age

Different ages need different approaches. Here’s how we tailor teaching.

Kids

The perfect first instrument — light, gentle on fingers, and instantly rewarding. Children are playing real songs in their very first lesson.

First InstrumentSongs from Age 5Fun & Friendly

Teenagers

Develop chord vocabulary, fingerpicking, and your own style. Covers of any song you love.

Pop SongsSinger-SongwriterIsland Vibes

Adults

Pick up an instrument you've always wanted to play. Real songs from lesson one; no prior music experience required.

Beginner-FriendlySinger & StrummerQuick Results

Seniors

Warm tone, light strings, and songs you love. The ukulele is one of the most accessible instruments at any age.

Gentle on HandsClassic SongsJoyful Playing

Ready to start?

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

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Student outcomes

127+ students can’t be wrong.

“Highly recommend ABC Academy! All the teachers are very good and dedicated.”

Adam Tierney

Student, Google

“The teacher is great — and I can see myself improving with each lesson.”

Jason Hogan

Student, Google

“We have been at ABC for our two kids for many years. The instructors are kind and professional and the lessons are fun for the kids.”

Bianca

Music Parent, Trustpilot

US students

Online Ukulele Lessons for US Students

$15 USD

for a 30-minute trial lesson from a Toronto teacher. Your dollar buys more.

$20 Trial Lesson (30 min)

$15.16 USD*
$20 CAD
Save $26.82 vs regular (64% off)

Regular 30-Min Lesson

$41.98 USD*
$55.38 CAD

Regular 45-Min Lesson

$49.13 USD*
$64.81 CAD

Regular 60-Min Lesson

$54.99 USD*
$72.55 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.

Easy Payment

Pay with any US credit card. No extra fees.

Ready to save money while learning ukulele?

Book Your $20 CAD Trial (≈$15 USD)

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

Frequently asked

Ukulele lesson questions

How much do ukulele lessons cost in Toronto?

At ABC Academy in Toronto, a trial ukulele lesson costs $20 for 30 minutes. Regular private lessons are $55.38 for 30 minutes or $64.81 for 45 minutes or $72.55 for 60 minutes. Available at our St. Clair West or Lawrence Park studios, or online.

Children can start ukulele lessons as young as 4–5 years old. The soprano ukulele’s small size and soft nylon strings make it ideal for young hands. We tailor pacing to each child.

You’ll want your own ukulele within your first few lessons so you can practice at home. Your teacher can recommend the right size (soprano, concert, or tenor) and a good beginner model. A quality starter ukulele runs $60–$100.

Yes. Ukulele is one of the most beginner-friendly instruments at any age. Many adult beginners are playing their favourite songs within 4–6 weeks.

Most students strum their first chord in their first lesson. A simple song with 2–3 chords is typically playable within 2–4 lessons.

No. We use chord charts, tab, and playing-by-ear approaches. Music reading is available for those who want it but is not required.

We’ll match you with another instructor, no questions asked. Teacher fit matters and we take it seriously.

ABC Academy has two Toronto ukulele lesson 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.

Start with a $20 trial lesson.

Meet your teacher, get your first real technique, and see if we’re the right fit. All in 30 minutes.

416‑651‑7529

No pushy follow-up. Just ukulele.