South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

Classes include:

Introduction to guitar

Stage one guitar

Stage two guitar

Acoustic guitar - beginners

Acoustic guitar - improvers

Drumkit - beginners

NB: All listed prices subject to increase from April 2025.

Introduction to guitar

Your musical journey begins here – learn basic technique in a chilled environment. Whatever style you want to master, or however far you want to take it, this is the best place to start. With small group tuition you’ll get enough personal guidance to make far more progress than you ever could with an instruction book or DVD – and you’ll have a lot more fun!

The Town House Hamilton, Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Rutherglen Town Hall, Thursdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Stage one guitar

Now you have begun, it’s time to speed up your journey. This course will build upon what you already know and open up a whole world of exciting options to gradually develop your guitar playing skills and musical knowledge. With a growing ability and confidence comes more enjoyment!

The Town House Hamilton, Thursdays 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Rutherglen Town Hall, Thursdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Stage two guitar

Whether you are a sing-along strummer or heading for Glastonbury, you will always find new techniques and approaches to maximise your guitar playing. This course is for those with a bit of playing experience who want to hone their skills. With expert tuition in a small, friendly class, you can really ramp up your guitar playing potential!

Rutherglen Town Hall, Thursdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Acoustic guitar - beginners

This course is designed to introduce / reinforce basic guitar skills which will allow you to progress into the Improvers class for the more experienced / confident musician.

East Kilbride Arts Centre, Wednesdays 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Acoustic guitar - improvers

This course is designed to reinforce / enhance your acoustic guitar skills and take you to the next level in your musical journey.

East Kilbride Arts Centre, Wednesdays 7:45pm - 8:45pm

East Kilbride Arts Centre, Fridays 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Drumkit - beginners

Want to play drums? Whether you are a beginner or want to develop your playing further, this course is taught in small, friendly, and relaxed groups – and its great fun! Once you’ve got the basics it’s up to you what direction you take it in, you can learn to play several different styles or simply focus on your favourites. Rock, Pop, Jazz, Funk, Latin – these are just a few of the styles we teach.

Rutherglen Town Hall, Thursdays 7:45pm - 8:45pm

How to book

Please contact the venue where the course takes place for further information or to book a space:

East Kilbride Arts Centre – 01355 261000

Hamilton Town House – 01698 452299

Lanark Memorial Hall – 01555 673199

Rutherglen Town Hall – 0141 613 5700