Enrollment closes March 31 or when capacity is reached, whichever comes first.
Open Enrollment Details & Application
From: Steve Stine, Master Guitar Instructor
Re: Open enrollment
Openings remaining: 25 17
Last update: Mar 9, 2026 9:00 AM
Invitation
This is an invitation to apply for the current enrollment period at GuitarZoom Academy.
Space is limited.
Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
Enrollment closes when capacity is reached or at the end of the enrollment period, whichever comes first.
What We Do
We help committed guitar learners make consistent, noticeable progress by developing the skill and understanding that lead to confidence, creativity, and true musical freedom.
How It Works
Every student begins with an assessment, followed by a personalized plan, a structured practice routine, and live feedback from professional instructors to help them reach their goals.
What This Is Not
This is not a prerecorded course or a video library you complete on your own.
It is not “guitar lessons.”
It is not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
What This Is
The Academy is a live, professionally-guided path to musical growth.
Progress is driven by a disciplined cycle of clarity, structured practice, performance, and live feedback.
First, you gain clear direction on what to practice and why.
Next, you practice with intention.
Then, you bring that work into live sessions where instructors assess and guide you in real time. You adjust based on that feedback and repeat the cycle.
This process turns practice into progress, and progress into confidence.
The Guided Performance Model™
Our proprietary process gives you three things:
Clarity: define your goals and build a clear, structured path aligned with your current skills and desired outcome.
Structured Practice: Build the right skills through consistent, organized practice and accountability.
Live Performance & Feedback: apply what you practice and receive live assessment and direction from professional instructors.
The Velocity Framework™
We deliver results through three progressive phases:
1. The Bridge (Day 1)
Progress begins with clarity.
First, we help you define and document your goals.
Next, we establish measurable milestones.
Then, we build a structured success path aligned with your current level and desired outcome.
From day one, you’ll have direction, clarity, and a clear roadmap forward.
2. Structure & Accountability (Weekly)
Progress is driven by habit.
This phase builds the daily and weekly habits that turn effort into steady, noticeable progress.
When practice becomes clear, structured and consistent, improvement compounds.
Consistent habits create disproportionate results.
3. Dynamic Learning (Daily)
Dynamic Learning defines the Academy experience.
Instructors are available six days a week, multiple times per day, through live Zoom sessions.
Learning happens live, not alone.
Feedback is immediate, not delayed.
Progress is built through regular performance, not passive study.
Classes are taught live by professional instructors.
1-on-1 sessions scheduled on-demand, as needed.
Upload your videos and share them with students and instructors for encouragement and feedback.
Question: “What if I don’t want to play live because I’m intimidated?
Answer: You are never required to play live.
Many students begin by simply observing classes and open rooms. You can take your time, get comfortable with the environment, and participate when you feel ready.
If you prefer, you can submit recorded videos for feedback and receive detailed guidance from instructors without playing live. As your skills grow, confidence typically follows. Move at your own pace.
The Confidence Cycle™
Inside the Academy, development follows a live performance-feedback loop.
First, you gain clarity on exactly what to practice so your time is focused on the specific skills that move you toward your goals.
Next, we help you structure your practice for efficiency and consistency so every session moves you forward.
Then perform live for immediate feedback, or record your playing and receive an instructor assessment.
Personalized For You
There is no fixed curriculum in the Academy. Each student follows a learning path tailored to their level, goals, and available practice time.
First, we take time to understand your background, your goals, and what you want to accomplish on guitar.
Next, we do a live assessment of your playing.
Then, define and document your goals, build your curriculum, and create your success-path.
Academy Student Standard™
Students who thrive in Academy demonstrate three core traits:
1. Commitment
You’re serious about improving and ready to practice consistently so you can make steady progress.
2. Participation
You show up, ask questions, and stay engaged. Progress requires participation, not passive consumption.
3. Coachability
You’re open to guidance, receptive to feedback, and willing to make adjustments that move you forward.
Time Commitment
Consistency matters more than intensity because structured practice produces steady progress.
Your progress will reflect your effort.
The more consistently you practice and participate, the faster you will progress.
We generally recommend approximately 1-hour of focused practice per day, or about seven hours per week.
Our Instructors
GuitarZoom Academy is led by a professional faculty of trained musicians and professional educators.
Our instructors hold formal degrees in music performance and education, including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral-level study.
They are active, performing musicians and composers across many genres including jazz, blues, rock, acoustic, metal, and contemporary styles.
Musicianship alone is not enough. We select faculty for their ability to teach, motivate, and encourage students along their journey.
Collectively, our team brings more than 200 years of combined teaching experience and has worked with thousands of students at every level.
How We Match You With Your Instructor
Based on your assessment, we match you with the instructor best aligned with your goals and experience. If you ever feel another instructor would be a better fit, you can switch at any time.
The Academy Experience
Each week follows a clear rhythm built around your goals. You practice with clear direction, log your work, and bring your progress into live Zoom sessions where instructors guide you in real time.
You can attend live classes, join open rooms for help, ask questions, and receive feedback as you develop.
Between sessions, you stay connected through the Academy community and your personalized success path.
The result is a consistent cycle of clarity, practice, feedback, and improvement instead of practicing alone and guessing what to do next.
Enrollment
The Academy is designed for students who are ready for growth.
Students who progress the fastest do not stay isolated. They show up, engage, ask for help, share their progress, ask for feedback and contribute to the Academy community.
You may be a strong candidate if you are willing to:
Practice approximately 7-hours per week
Attend live sessions consistently
Share your playing and ask for feedback
Ask for help when you get stuck
Engage with and support other students inside the Academy community
Maintain a positive attitude and a demonstrate a willingness to grow
The Academy rewards involvement. If you participate, you will win.
Tuition
GuitarZoom Academy is a structured, professionally-guided, interactive learning environment that sits between traditional private lessons and in-person music schools.
Tuition reflects the depth of instruction, instructor access, and level of support each student receives.
Enrollment Options
Meaningful progress on guitar takes time and consistent practice. For that reason, most students enroll for 6–12 months so they have enough time to build real momentum.
3 Months: $3,950
A short-term enrollment for students who want to begin building momentum.
6 Months: $7,500
Provides sufficient time to develop consistency and experience meaningful progress.
12 Months: $15,000 (Recommended)
$12,500 single payment
The term our most successful students choose because it provides enough time to make significant progress while allowing flexibility for vacations, holidays, and other life commitments.
24 Months: $30,000
$22,000 single payment
For serious students who want sustained guidance, deep musical development, and the time required to reach a significantly higher level of playing.
Payment agreements are available following acceptance into the program. Please ask your advisor for details.
You may secure your spot today with a fully refundable deposit of $250. Submit your application first. (See link below).
Accepted Payment Methods
We accept all major credit or debit cards, PayPal, and wire transfer (preferred).
30-Day Enrollment Guarantee
You may withdraw within the first 30 days and receive a full refund of your tuition for any reason.
If we determine the Academy is not appropriate for your development, we may conclude the engagement and refund your tuition accordingly. After 30 days, your enrollment commitment remains in place for the full term.
Next Step: Submit Your Application
Deadline for March: Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific
Step 1: Submit your application here 👈
Step 2: We’ll review your application and notify you of our decision usually within 24-hours. We’ll contact you via text and email. (Be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it).