5 Best Guitar Schools in Johannesburg (2026)

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By Vespera Quill, Expert in Local Experiences and Cultural Analysis · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Every guitar school in Johannesburg on this list holds a rating of 4.8 or higher, and the top pick has logged 69 reviews without a single one below four stars. With that kind of consistency across the board, the real decision is age group, exam prep, and whether you want one-on-one or group lessons.

Short answer: ROCK MUSIC Lessons With Indy in Boksburg leads with a perfect 5.0 rating across 69 Google reviews and teaches both kids and adults across genres. For exam-track training, The Guitar School in Greenside (4.9, 37 reviews) prepares students for internationally accredited certifications. Leon's Guitar Corner and ProJo Guitar Lessons both hold perfect 5.0 ratings in the Randburg area.

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3. ProJo Guitar Lessons
4. Spades for Kings
5. Leon's Guitar Corner
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Johannesburg's Guitar Teachers, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	ROCK MUSIC Lessons With INDY	5.0 ★	69	Kids and teens, rock focus	View ›
2	The Guitar School	4.9 ★	37	Exam preparation	View ›
3	ProJo Guitar Lessons	5.0 ★	31	Beginners, affordable rates	View ›
4	Spades for Kings - School of Music & Creativity	4.9 ★	18	Multi-instrument, creative arts	View ›
5	Leon's Guitar Corner	5.0 ★	15	Adults and returning players	View ›

5 Best Guitar Schools in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

ROCK MUSIC Lessons With INDY

5.069 Google reviews

ROCK MUSIC Lessons With Indy, based in Boksburg, teaches guitar with a relaxed, encouraging style that reviewers specifically credit for working well with young children as well as returning adult players. Instructor Indy also runs drum lessons under the same business.

What people praise

Relaxed teaching style that reviewers say works especially well for kids
Long-term students, including one going nearly two years
Students report performing live shows within their first months
Warm, personal rapport described across nearly every review

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating5 / 5

Review volume69 · 97th

Confidenceearly

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect rating held across the largest review base on this list. Particularly strong for younger students who need patience and encouragement alongside technique.

+27845899969 Directions

Northrand Road, Rondebult Rd, Boksburg, Johannesburg, 1401

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

The Guitar School

4.937 Google reviews

The Guitar School in Greenside is run by Michael Kaplan, a guitar teacher with a decade of teaching experience covering rock, jazz, classical, metal and pop. It offers formal syllabus preparation and can enter students for internationally accredited guitar examinations.

What people praise

Structured curriculum across multiple genres
Formal exam preparation for internationally recognized certifications
Offered both in-person in Greenside and online
Students describe steady, measurable progress over a year or more

Worth knowing

Business is unclaimed on Google, so confirm current contact details directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume37 · 91th

Confidenceearly

Recencyabout a year ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: The pick if formal grading or exam prep matters to you, not just casual playing. Strong, consistent reviews across a smaller but steady base.

Website +27722527763 Directions

Ste 7, 131 Greenway, Greenside, Randburg, 2193

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

ProJo Guitar Lessons

5.031 Google reviews

ProJo Guitar Lessons, taught by Johann in Linden, Randburg, covers guitar, bass and ukulele for kids, teens and adults from complete beginners to intermediate level. Lessons are offered at his Linden studio or online via Zoom.

What people praise

Described repeatedly as affordable and worth every cent
Patient with complete beginners
Helps students write their own songs, not just play covers
Flexible online or in-person format

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the top pick, though every review is five stars

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating5 / 5

Review volume31 · 84th

Confidenceearly

Recency12 months ago

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Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: The pick for beginners on a budget, with reviewers specifically calling out fair pricing alongside genuine teaching quality.

Website +27849537501 Directions

103 7th St, Linden, Randburg, 2195

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Spades for Kings - School of Music & Creativity

4.918 Google reviews

Spades for Kings - School of Music & Creativity in Mondeor teaches piano, keyboard, bass and lead guitar, drums, trumpet, violin and saxophone, alongside songwriting, vocal development and visual arts classes. It positions itself as a broader creative academy rather than a guitar-only studio.

What people praise

Multi-instrument school if a student wants to try more than guitar
Inclusive environment noted specifically for special-needs students
Builds confidence alongside technical skill, per reviewers
Offers both music and visual arts under one roof

Worth knowing

Review base is the smallest and oldest on this list, most recent reviews are from 2024

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume18 · 78th

Confidenceearly

Recency2 years ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: Worth considering if your student wants a broader creative arts environment rather than guitar-only lessons. The rating is strong, though check current activity before enrolling.

Website +27833082090 Directions

103 Ormonde Dr, Mondeor, Johannesburg South, 2091

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Leon's Guitar Corner

5.015 Google reviews

Leon's Guitar Corner in Malanshof, Randburg, is run by Leon van Zyl, who teaches electric, acoustic and bass guitar and ukulele, with exam preparation available through Rockschool. Reviewers describe a structured, patient approach for students of any age.

What people praise

Keeps parents informed of student progress along the way
Encourages perseverance without being harsh, per reviewers
Rockschool exam preparation for students who want formal certification
Works well with teen students building toward public performances

Worth knowing

Smallest review base on this list, though all reviews are five stars

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating5 / 5

Review volume15 · 72th

Confidenceearly

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect rating and a solid choice if you want a structured, exam-track option in Randburg with a personal touch.

Website +27824601133 Directions

9 Van Zyl St, Malanshof, Randburg, 2194

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the teacher’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many students or parents have rated them, measured against other Johannesburg guitar teachers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do guitar lessons cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Pricing varies by teacher, format (one-on-one versus group) and whether exam prep is included. None of the teachers on this list publish a fixed rate card on their Google listing, so ask directly when you contact them.

Serving Johannesburg’s northern suburbs

These teachers cover Boksburg, Greenside, Linden, Randburg and Mondeor, spanning much of Johannesburg’s northern and southern suburbs. Searching for a guitar teacher near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you book guitar lessons

Are lessons one-on-one, group, or a mix?
Is exam preparation offered, and for which grading body?
Does the teacher come to your home, or do you travel to a studio?
Is online tuition available if scheduling is tight?
What’s the recommended starting age for children?
Is a specific guitar or amp needed, or is one provided during lessons?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these guitar schools?

We started from every guitar teacher or school in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which teachers work well with young children?

ROCK MUSIC Lessons With Indy is specifically praised by parents for its patient, relaxed approach with young children, including a 7-year-old student mentioned in reviews.

Can I take lessons online instead of in person?

ProJo Guitar Lessons and The Guitar School both offer online lessons via Zoom alongside in-person options.

The bottom line

ROCK MUSIC Lessons With Indy is the safe default given its perfect rating and the largest review base on this list, especially for younger students. If exam certification matters, The Guitar School and Leon’s Guitar Corner both offer formal grading tracks. Confirm pricing directly since none publish a rate card.

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