Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Guitar Lessons in Croydon for All Ages
Adam Hooton Guitar Tuition has been delivering expert guitar instruction since 2001, founded on over two decades of teaching experience. Our approach combines technical mastery with creative engagement, catering to students aged 7 to 70 across all skill levels. Specialising in Rock, Metal, Blues, and Pop styles, we offer tailored lessons that cover essential techniques from rhythm and lead playing to music theory and sight reading. As a Registered RGT tutor and DBS-checked instructor, we maintain the highest professional standards while ensuring lessons remain enjoyable and motivating.Our proven methods have helped hundreds of students achieve their goals, whether pursuing music professionally, preparing for graded exams, or playing for personal enjoyment. With flexible in-person and online lesson options available, we make quality guitar education accessible to all.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Online Guitar Lessons
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Kids Guitar Lessons
Graded Exam Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of teaching experience across all skill levels
- DBS checked for child safety and professional assurance
- Fully insured for complete teaching service protection
- Specialising in Rock, Metal, Pop and Blues guitar styles
- Registered RGT tutor for graded exam preparation
Associations and certifications
- London College of Music
- DBS Checked
Services
Guitar Lessons
Comprehensive guitar tuition covering electric and acoustic techniques for all ages and abilities. Our structured lessons develop finger dexterity, chord transitions, and rhythmic precision while incorporating music theory and sight reading. Students learn through popular songs and tailored exercises that build practical skills and musical understanding.
Online Guitar Lessons
Live interactive guitar lessons via Zoom from the comfort of your home. Using screen sharing and real-time feedback, we deliver the same quality instruction as face-to-face lessons. Sessions include downloadable PDFs, audio examples, and video demonstrations to support continued practice between lessons.
Graded Exam Preparation
Specialist training for Rockschool, LCME (RGT), and Trinity graded examinations. Our exam preparation covers all required technical work, set pieces, and aural tests while developing essential performance skills. We guide students through progressive grade levels with clear practice strategies and performance techniques.
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Foundational lessons designed for complete beginners with no prior experience. We teach basic chord shapes, strumming patterns, and note reading while building finger strength and coordination. Our patient approach ensures new players develop proper technique and musical confidence from the first lesson.
Kids Guitar Lessons
Age-appropriate guitar tuition tailored for children aged 7 and above. Lessons incorporate fun exercises and popular songs to maintain engagement while developing core musical skills. We use simplified teaching methods that build technical ability and musical creativity in a supportive learning environment.
Questions
What guitar styles do you teach?
We specialise in Rock, Metal, Blues, and Pop styles while also covering acoustic fingerstyle and classical techniques. Our lessons adapt to your musical preferences and goals.
Do you offer online guitar lessons?
Yes, we provide live interactive online lessons via Zoom with screen sharing, real-time feedback, and downloadable learning materials for effective remote instruction.
What ages do you teach?
Our guitar lessons cater to students aged 7 to 70, with teaching methods adapted to suit different age groups and learning abilities.
Are you qualified to teach guitar?
As a Registered RGT tutor with over 20 years' experience, DBS checked and fully insured, we combine formal qualifications with extensive teaching expertise.
How long are the lessons?
Lesson durations available are 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 1 hour sessions, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate different needs.
Do you prepare students for exams?
Yes, we prepare students for Rockschool, LCME (RGT), and Trinity graded examinations, covering all technical requirements and performance aspects.
Reviews (5)
Shailly Mohan
Sep 29, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Excellent tutor, very knowledgeable and friendly. Very calm and patient with my daughter. Always well prepared for the lessons. My daughter cleared her grade 2 exams with distinction. Would not have been possible without Adams guidance. Highly recommended!
Excellent tutor, very knowledgeable and friendly. Very calm and patient with my daughter. Always well prepared for the lessons. My daughter cleared her grade 2 exams with distinction. Would not have been possible without Adams guidance. Highly recommended!
Stuart Taylor
Aug 30, 2021
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Cracking teacher, positive, fun and patient. Clearly passionate about what he does, wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Kirsty Saddler
Aug 21, 2021
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Adam has been teaching my son for over a year and a half and he's been brilliant. All of the lessons have been on Zoom and my nine year old has stayed really interested and motivated by everything he and Adam have learnt together. Adam is patient, organised and balances teaching Ronin current tracks he is interested in with preparing him for grade exams. We highly recommend Adam as a teacher, whatever your guitar level, particularly given how well my son's guitar playing has progressed with him.
Sarah Fisher
Aug 21, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Adam has been teaching me for 7m now, after I decided to try to realise a childhood dream to play rock guitar. It can't be easy teaching a musically-challenged 50+ year old, but Adam does it with enthusiastic, patient, good-humour and I enjoy every minute!
Adam has been teaching me for 7m now, after I decided to try to realise a childhood dream to play rock guitar. It can't be easy teaching a musically-challenged 50+ year old, but Adam does it with enthusiastic, patient, good-humour and I enjoy every minute!
Abigail Jennings-Mitchell
Aug 20, 2021
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Adam has been teaching guitar to my daughter for the last year via her secondary school. He continued the lessons online during lockdowns which was excellent, they were very well organised and ran smoothly. My daughter really enjoys lessons. Adam is a good teacher, patient and encouraging. He provides a good variety of learning material. He is reliable and he was happy to rearrange a lesson when my daughter couldn't make.
