Sydney's Inner West Guitar School
G4 Guitar Ashfield offers structured, proven lessons for kids and adults — right next to Ashfield train station. Winter term enrolling now.
Our Programs
Whether you're a parent looking for kids guitar lessons or an adult picking up the guitar for the first time (or the fifth), we have a program for you.
Our flagship 5-week introductory course leads into a structured group program that builds confidence while learning real songs. Recommended from age 4+.
5-Week Intro Course from $299 · Ongoing from $209/month
Learn MoreFor complete beginners or returning players. Practical skills, real songs, and steady progress. We've taught students from all walks of life — including those with arthritis, ADHD, and players well into their 80s.
5-Week Intro Course from $299 · Private lessons from $160/hr
Learn MoreOne-on-one dedicated hour lessons for those who are serious about progress. Lessons are tailored to student's preferred style with seasoned professional.
5-Week Intro Course $649 per month
Learn MoreOur flagship ongoing program after the intro. Learn in a fun, friendly environment with other adults.
Classical Package $209
Learn MoreThe G4 Method
The G4 Guitar Method has been developed, tested, and improved over three decades to give beginner and intermediate students real, measurable progress — fast.
We take students from wherever they are in their guitar journey and put them through a structured five-week course that transforms their playing and sets them on track to play exactly what they want.
We've seen it all: older students, students with arthritis, young kids, complete beginners and people who've never held a guitar. We have the experience to get you where you want to go — rock, metal, jazz, or campfire songs.
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What Students Say
G4 Guitar Ashfield is very well structured and every learning step is clearly visualised... I was amazed at how quickly my son progressed in such a short period. I especially appreciate the homework system because it was so easy to follow, ensuring my son doesn't miss any tasts and stays motivated to master each exercise.
I’ve had an amazing experience with my guitar lessons. Alex is incredibly patient and supportive, which really helped me pick up the guitar again after feeling quite nervous about returning to it. Thanks to his guidance , I’m becoming more confident and motivated to keep playing. The classes are fun, relaxed, and really enjoyable. I highly recommend Alex to anyone wanting to learn or get back into guitar.
My daughter was interested in learning the guitar and we found G4 Guitar Ashfield online. G4 was perfectly located in Ashfield to cater for getting to lessons after school. My daughter has been learning for the past 6 weeks is loving her time spent with Alex and his team. They're a pleasure to deal with in sorting classes to suit and have the care and patience needed for young guitar students. I have no hesitation in recommending them, especially if you're also like us and looking for good teachers to start to your child's future in learning the guitar.
Pricing
One-on-one lessons covering picking, chords, scales, and rhythm. The foundation of your guitar journey.
Enrol NowStructured bass instruction using the proven G4 method. Great for beginners and returning players.
Enrol NowGreat beginner guitar pack for most students looking to learn.
Enrol NowOngoing group lessons from $209/month. Private elite lessons $160/hr (case by case basis).
Common Questions
Right outside Ashfield train station — brown door next to Ga On Hair. Accessible within 10 minutes of any Inner West station, with parking nearby.
Adults and teens: 30 minutes daily. Kids 7–12: 20 minutes. Under 7: 10 minutes. Consistency matters more than duration.
Yes — from age 4 through to students well into their 80s. We tailor the approach to the student.
With very rare exception, yes. Students with ADHD, arthritis, and other challenges often thrive — guitar uses all parts of the brain in tandem.
Most students play simple songs within weeks. Real fluency typically arrives around the 6–12 month mark with consistent practice.
One-on-one to build your foundation: picking, strumming, basic chords, scales, and reading music. Group lessons follow — statistically you're more likely to stick with it.
Once a week is the benchmark. Less and you lose momentum; more and the extra time is better spent practising.
Definitely not. Research consistently shows learning an instrument is excellent for maintaining mental sharpness well into old age.
We recommend starting as early as age 4, when motor skills are developed enough for basic fret and strumming movements.
Attach practice to an existing habit, set a consistent time with an alarm, and reward them after. Pushback is normal — consistency wins over time.
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