Guitar Lessons in
Heddon-on-the-Wall
Professional 1:1 lessons for Classical, Acoustic, and Electric guitar for kids and teens.
How Booking Works
Simple, transparent, and hassle-free onboarding for parents and students.
Try a Taster
Book 1 or 2 individual 30-minute trial lessons (£19 solo / £11 duo) to meet Tom, check instrument setup, and try out guitar with zero ongoing commitment.
Choose Your Block
Reserve next half-term, full term, or a full academic year. Unlock up to 3 free lessons (£57 savings) and spread payments across 3, 6, or 10 monthly Direct Debits.
Confirm & Play
Pick your weekly timeslot in the form below. Tom will verify availability, and confirm all of your dates with you, then send your payment link or Direct Debit setup.
About Tom
If you've been to a performance at Heddon Primary School in the last few years, you might recognise me! I provide friendly, professional 1:1 guitar tuition based in The Green Room at Knott Memorial Hall, Heddon-on-the-Wall. These after-school sessions are tailored specifically for kids, teens, and young beginners of any ability.
Whether your child wants to learn acoustic song strumming, classical fingerstyle reading, rock riffs, prepare for formal grades & GCSE Music, or complete their Duke of Edinburgh Skills section, each lesson is paced to keep them motivated and confident.
Enhanced DBS Checked
Full safeguarding compliance for peace of mind.
Knott Memorial Hall
The Green Room, Towne Gate, NE15 0EJ.
Free Ample Parking
Free parking directly outside for easy drop-offs.
Parents Always Welcome
Welcome to sit in during sessions or wait comfortably.
Tuition Rates & Package Savings
Simple session rates with progressive multi-term savings and split monthly Direct Debit options.
Paid Taster
Up to 2 trial lessons. Meet Tom, try out guitar, and check instrument sizing with zero commitment.
Solo 30-Min
Dedicated 1:1 tuition for kids & teens. Tailored pace, note reading, chords, and songs they love.
Solo 60-Min
1-hour dedicated 1:1 lesson. Ideal for older students, advanced technique, grade prep, or DofE award candidates.
Duo 30-Min
£22.00 total for the 30-min block (max 2 students). Learn with a friend or sibling of similar level.
Pre-booking Discounts
Pre-book terms in advance to unlock free sessions and split payment schedules.
| Commitment Option | Duration | Free Sessions Discount | Payment & Spread Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Half-Term | 6–7 Weeks | Base rate (No discount) | Paid upfront in full (Card / BACS) |
| 1 Full Term e.g. Autumn 1 & 2 | ~13 Weeks | 🎁 1 Free Session Save £19 (30m) / £38 (60m) | Upfront or spread over 3 monthly Direct Debits |
| 2 Full Terms e.g. Autumn + Spring | ~24 Weeks | 🎁 2 Free Sessions Save £38 (30m) / £76 (60m) | Upfront or spread over 3 or 6 monthly Direct Debits |
| Full Academic Year Autumn + Spring + Summer | 36 Guaranteed Sessions | 🎁 3 Free Sessions Save £57 (30m) / £114 (60m) | Upfront or spread over 3, 6, or 10 monthly Direct Debits (Sep–Jun) |
*Note: The exact number of sessions and total cost for a pre-booked block vary slightly depending on the weekday you choose, as school term dates, training days, and bank holidays result in slightly different numbers of available lesson dates throughout the academic year.
How to Book Your Preferred Package
Select an available weekly time below and mention in the form notes whether you'd like a taster session or a half-term/full-term package. Tom will verify the available calendar dates for your chosen day, apply any free discount sessions, and email your exact invoice or Direct Debit mandate.
Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Skills Section
Complete your Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award Skills requirement through structured weekly 1:1 guitar tuition at Knott Hall.
Bronze Award
Ideal for younger students starting their DofE journey. Focuses on open chord transitions, rhythm strumming, and performing 2 complete pieces.
Silver Award
Deepens technical fluency, tab & note reading, fingerstyle patterns, and multi-part song arrangements over your chosen timeframe.
Gold Award
Advanced technique, repertoire development, ensemble performance, or optional Rockschool/ABRSM grade exam preparation.
Official Online Assessor's Report
As your DofE Assessor, Tom provides structured weekly tuition to keep you on track, monitors progress toward your chosen goals, and completes your official online DofE Assessor’s Report via eDofE upon section completion.
Any Questions?
If you have any questions about what's on offer, need advice on choosing or sizing an instrument to get started, or anything else, please get in touch – I'll get back to you as soon as possible!
You can also follow me on Facebook for studio updates or more contact options.
Available Weekly Slots
Fancy booking site coming soon - for now just choose a preferred time slot (or 'Request other days/times') and tell me in the what you need – info about taster sessions, packages, and options for spreading the cost is above under Pricing. Send any questions to guitarlessons@tomdancer.com.
Please select an available slot on the left to show the booking form.