Embark on a 10-week, instructor-led guitar bootcamp that will transform your playing and unlock your true potential. Hosted on TrueFire's leading learning platform, this immersive experience blends on-demand video lessons and vibrant community interaction—all guided by world-class artists and educators.
Each week, you'll dive deep into essential topics with a top-tier TrueFire instructor, covering the most requested subjects guitar students need to master. By the end of the program, you'll see measurable improvements in your technique, understanding, and confidence—taking your playing to the next level and beyond.
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WEEK 1 WITH JEFF SCHEETZ
Chart a clear path toward your musical aspirations, whether you dream of dazzling solos or simply strumming under the stars. We'll explore powerful approaches to dial in your practice plan, ensuring steady progress towards your goals.
WEEK 2 WITH DAVE ISAACS
Expand your chord library and develop a deeper understanding of the fretboard. By learning to visualize chord shapes across the neck, you'll bring fresh life to familiar progressions and navigate songs with greater ease.
WEEK 3 WITH JON FINN
The secret to becoming an in-demand player lies in rock-solid timing. We'll work through exercises that strengthen your internal groove, teach you how to lock in with a band, and prepare you for a wide range of musical scenarios.
WEEK 4 WITH TIM LERCH
Combine your growing chord skills and timing expertise to create meaningful progressions. Explore strategies for smooth chord transitions that not only sound great but also feel natural under your fingers.
WEEK 5 WITH CHRIS BUONO
Go beyond memorizing a single pattern. Mastering scales involves understanding all their positions, connecting them seamlessly, and using them musically. We'll focus on how scales relate to chords, progressions, and melody, transforming your exercises into expressive, melodic playing.
WEEK 6 WITH JACK RUCH
Turn those scale patterns into a personal storytelling toolkit. Learn phrasing, note selection, and a variety of techniques to craft solos that speak from the heart. By exploring different approaches, you'll develop your own signature sound.
WEEK 7 WITH DAVE ISAACS
At the core of guitar playing is the ability to learn and remember songs. We'll break down tunes into manageable parts, explore efficient memorization methods, and build a repertoire that you can confidently perform.
WEEK 8 WITH JON FINN
Broaden your horizons by venturing into new genres and stylistic approaches. Discover the nuances of different musical traditions, and learn techniques that bring authentic flavor and personality to your playing.
WEEK 9 WITH TIM LERCH
With a solid foundation in chords, scales, and styles, now it's time to refine your improvisational voice. We'll delve deeper into spontaneous creativity and advanced rhythmic concepts, empowering you to craft solos and grooves on the fly.
WEEK 10 WITH CHRIS BUONO
Put it all together and shine under the spotlight. We'll focus on performance readiness—managing nerves, playing with confidence, and showcasing the skills you've developed over the past ten weeks. Step onto any stage knowing you're ready to impress.
Begin each week with an instructor-led video introducing the theme, techniques, and goals for the days ahead.
Dive deeper into the topic of the week with a detailed video lesson that breaks down key concepts and practical applications.
Choose from three skill-level-specific homework assignments designed to reinforce the week's lessons and help you progress at your own pace.
Upload your completed assignments to the group thread for constructive feedback, collaboration, and insights from both fellow students and the instructor.
Participate in ongoing conversations to learn from your peers' experiences, absorb valuable tips, and gain additional instructor guidance.
Follow this process each week for 10 weeks. At the end, download comprehensive follow-up materials to continue building on the skills you've gained.
You can access the bootcamp via any desktop or mobile web browser. After enrolling, you’ll find the bootcamp in your dashboard under My Channels.
This program is designed for players at all stages. Each week's homework includes beginner, intermediate, and advanced options, ensuring a productive experience for everyone.
Not at all. However, sharing your work is encouraged. It allows you to benefit from community feedback, gain insight from your peers, and learn from the instructor's commentary.
You'll need a guitar (electric or acoustic), a webcam with a mic if you'd like to record homework videos. If you want to record and jam over backing tracks, a more robust home recording setup will enhance your experience.
Yes! This Bootcamp is entirely free. We hope you'll enjoy exploring the educators, curriculum, and platform. No credit card required, just a quick and easy registration.
You'll retain access to all videos, lessons, and resources even after the program ends, allowing you to review and reinforce what you've learned at any time.
While we can't guarantee a personal response to every question, the instructors will actively engage during the program and do their best to provide guidance when possible.
Basic guitar skills like tuning your guitar, reading tab, and knowing a few basic chords are helpful, but not required. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience.
Yes! You're free to enroll and catch up on previous materials at any time.
Here are a few rules to keep in mind as we are all perpetual students:
- Be Respectful | We value everyone’s opinions and experiences.
- Stay On Topic | Please keep discussions relevant.
- Engage | Don’t hesitate to ask questions, share resources, or start conversations!
- Violators | We reserve the right to remove posts or students who don’t keep it positive or professional.
