Guitar lessons for kids cost $35 to $70 per session, starting at 30 minutes and lasting for up to 60 minutes for advanced students. Private guitar classes cost $45 to $70 hourly. Group guitar lessons cost $25 to $35 per session.

Save money by pre-booking ongoing guitar lessons for a lower cost $170 to $315 per month.

Guitar lessons are definitely worth it for kids in order to boost a child's confidence and give them a fun, creative outlet.

Other benefits of guitar lessons for children are:

• Guitar lessons can build a child's self-esteem.
• Learning to play guitar can help kids learn patience and focus.
• These classes help kids learn skills that encourage them to make friends in a band.

The best age to start guitar lessons for kids is from 6 to 10 years old. Your child might be able to start sooner once they can hold the instrument easily and press on the strings well.

During a guitar lesson for kids, you can expect the teacher to:

• Check the child's posture and grip on the guitar
• Demonstrate the basics of the guitar like strumming, picking, and chords
• Introduce kids to reading guitar tabs and musical notes.

As the lessons progress over time, the child will learn to play more complex chords and songs with more confidence.

Children need as many guitar lessons as it takes to help them play confidently or reach their personal goals. The number of guitar lessons a child needs to play well varies greatly depending on their practice habits and natural musical ability.

Some kids might start to play simple songs after a few months of weekly lessons, but others might need a year or more to feel comfortable with the instrument.

Find guitar lessons for kids near you by browsing the teacher listings here on the Lessons website. You can also ask local music schools for recommendations or if they offer virtual guitar lessons.

Before you pick a guitar teacher, remember to:

• Look at prices from 3 different instructors and ask which styles they teach.
• Read comments from others about them on Google and here on Lessons.
• Ask for a list of other students they've taught to chat with their references.
• Talk to other parents to see what their kids think about the teacher.
• Get a written schedule and contract before the first lesson.
• Pay a little bit at a time to see if the teacher is a good fit before booking a full month.

Find the best guitar teacher for your kid by asking the teachers:

• How long have you been teaching kids?
• Did you study music in college?
• What ages do you like teaching the most?
• Can we try a lesson at a cheaper price to see if my kid is ready for the guitar?
• What kind of practice guitar should we buy?
• What's your way of teaching, and can you adjust for different learning abilities?
• What books do we need, and how much do they cost?
• How much time should my kid spend practicing?
• Will you give homework?
• Can we see a list of your references?
• What should my kid bring to class?
• How many kinds of guitar music and styles do you teach?
• Can we have a copy of the agreement and the payment schedule?
• What happens if we need to cancel a class?
• Can my kid choose some of their favorite songs to play?