From Beginner to Guitarist, Guided Every Step

We offer no empty promises or shortcuts—just a proven, step-by-step system to learn guitar online, with direct feedback from a real guitar teacher. Start smart, play confidently.

Amped Up Academy features

A Clear Path

Step-by-step roadmaps and personalized guidance so you always know what to practice—and keep moving forward.

Invaluable Feedback

Personal guidance to overcome plateaus and correct hidden habits.

Play What You Love

Learn the songs and techniques that matter most to you, at your own pace.

This is a normal part of learning guitar

— and you’re not alone

Getting stuck or plateauing

— you’ve tried learning on your own, but progress keeps stalling.

No clear practice path

— you know what you want to play, but not what to practice next.

Hidden mistakes

— it’s hard to notice or correct your own issues, so progress can be slower than it should.

Conflicting advice

— you’re tired of generic lessons and just want clear, focused guidance.

Getting stuck or plateauing

— you’ve tried learning on your own, but progress keeps stalling.

No clear practice path

— you know what you want to play, but not what to practice next.

Hidden mistakes

— it’s hard to notice or correct your own issues, so progress can be slower than it should.

Conflicting advice

— you’re tired of generic lessons and just want clear, focused guidance.

Getting stuck or plateauing

— you’ve tried learning on your own, but progress keeps stalling.

No clear practice path

— you know what you want to play, but not what to practice next.

Hidden mistakes

— it’s hard to notice or correct your own issues, so progress can be slower than it should.

Conflicting advice

— you’re tired of generic lessons and just want clear, focused guidance.

You’re not behind. You don’t need shortcuts — just the right guidance, at the right time.

A learning experience that actually works

Joy, clarity, and progress — no guessing, no frustration.

Strong Start

Step-by-step lessons that guide you from tuning your guitar to playing real songs and riffs — without overwhelm.

Break Through Barriers

Clear feedback and structured practice tips to push past plateaus and keep your progress moving forward.

Play with Purpose

Learn techniques and strategies to play your favourite songs, improvise, or compose your own music.

Clarity Over Confusion

No fluff, no conflicting advice — just focused instruction so you can go back to what you came for: playing guitar.

Strong Start

Step-by-step lessons that guide you from tuning your guitar to playing real songs and riffs — without overwhelm.

Break Through Barriers

Clear feedback and structured practice tips to push past plateaus and keep your progress moving forward.

Play with Purpose

Learn techniques and strategies to play your favourite songs, improvise, or compose your own music.

Clarity Over Confusion

No fluff, no conflicting advice — just focused instruction so you can go back to what you came for: playing guitar.

Real Students. Real Progress

Local and online students—just like you—making steady progress.

Easy to start

— even if you’re brand new.

“His teaching methods make it very easy to begin to learn guitar!”

Portrait with flashlight of Rhegan former Local Student of Andre van Berlo

Rhegan (Local Student)

Clear direction

— when you’ve hit a plateau.

“I was a self taught guitar player for 10 years… His lessons really sped up my progress and gave me direction on where to improve.”

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Adam (Online Student)

Personal guidance and accountability.

“This personalized approach helps me stay motivated and focused on my goals. The timely accountability he provides is essential for my progress.”

Robyn, a former online student, holding a giant salmon.

Robyn (Online Student)

A Great Learning System

“…a website with tons of information and lessons… It’s a great system for learning.”

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Albert (Local Student)

Choose your path

Beginner Guitar Course

Step-by-step lessons that take you from learning the fundamentals to playing real music — at your own pace.

$35/month — cancel anytime

Skill-by-skill learning paths
Targeted exercises refined through years of teaching
Clear practice guidance so you can practice without overwhelm
Built from 30+ years of teaching experience

Personal Guitar Coaching

Get clear feedback, accountability, and guidance tailored to your goals.

$35/month — cancel anytime

Personal video feedback so you know exactly what to improve
Guided practice direction so practice feels focused, not overwhelming
Coaching library with 180+ focused micro-lessons
Optional 1-on-1 deep dives when you need extra clarity