Guitar Classes for Adults in the UAE
Learn acoustic or electric guitar with an expert teacher, live and 1:1 - from your first chords to solos, fingerstyle and the songs you love. Timed around the UAE working week.
610+ enrolments in guitar from the UAE
- 1:1 Live Classeswith Expert Teachers
- StructuredCurriculum
- Flexible UAE Timings(GST)
- For Adults &Beginners
Learn Guitar From Expert Teachers in India
Live 1:1 online classes with experienced guitar teachers in India, wherever you are in the UAE.
- Acoustic
- Pop & Rock
- Bollywood
- Fingerstyle
- Chords & Strumming
- And More
- Trained, experienced teachers in India
- 1:1 live classes with personalised attention
- Flexible class timings across UAE time zones
- 4-level progression & certification
- A global community of Artium learners
- Showcases to perform what you learn
Class Timings for Adult Learners in the UAE
Find a schedule that works for you. All times are in your local time zone.
- Gulf Standard Time (GST)
- Morning6:30 AM - 7:30 AM(before work)
- Afternoon3:00 PM - 6:00 PM(flexible schedules)
- Evening6:00 PM - 9:00 PM(after work & weekends)
Weekend slots run through Saturday and Sunday, matching the UAE weekend, and lessons move around work commitments and travel. Exact slots are confirmed with your teacher when you book your free trial.
A Curriculum for Every Stage
A step-by-step journey through Artium's four-level Globally Recognised Music Programme, designed for adult learners.
- Level 1
Preparatory
- Learn the correct guitar posture and picking technique
- Play notes using the right fingers
- Play a simple guitar melody
- Start reading guitar tablature
- Clap and count basic rhythms with a metronome
- Play 3 simple chords and switch between them
From AED 67/hour
- Level 2
Intermediate
- Move between chords smoothly
- Play with different rhythms
- Improve your timing
- Play more songs
From AED 77/hour
- Level 3
Proficient
- Play more challenging songs
- Add expression to your playing
- Explore different styles
- Play with greater confidence
From AED 93/hour
- Level 4
Advanced
- Technique
- Songs
- Performance
- Listening
- Musical understanding
- Graded progression
- Your own musical identity
From AED 93/hour
Become a certified guitarist.
World’s only music institution with a globally recognised programme that prepares you for RSL and Trinity.
Globally Recognised Music Programme
Artium Certification
Structured assessment across all four levels, with a certificate recognised across Artium’s global learner community.
- Best for a complete learning journey
- Practice, feedback and performance together
- Certification choices as you progress
RSL
Prepare for RSL’s contemporary, performance-focused guitar grades alongside your Artium curriculum.
- Technique, repertoire and mock exams
- Learn within your Artium curriculum
- Exam fees are separate; Artium’s exam team handles enrolment
Trinity College London
Work toward Trinity’s internationally recognised guitar grade exams as you progress.
- Technique, repertoire and performance prep
- Learn within your Artium curriculum
- Exam fees are separate; Artium’s exam team handles enrolment
Your Artium Journey
Four levels from your first song to the stage, with showcases and Ofqual-accredited certification along the way.
Not sure which certification is right for you?
Our academic team will guide you based on your goals and level.
Compare certificationsWhat Learners in the UAE Say
Reviews from Artium learners in the UAE, as posted on Trustpilot.
From the Artium Community in the UAE
See how Artium learners are learning, practising and performing, straight from our social channels.
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A heartfelt tribute to Malti Shah, an 80-year-old Artium student who passed away, remembered fondly by her teacher Abhishek Marotkar.
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Student testimonial: Divyanshu shares how Artium's flexible online classes fit his career while guiding his musical growth.
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How a Single Piece of Teacher Feedback Transformed a Song
See how personalized instructor guidance helps learners understand dynamics, crescendos, and emotional expression in their music.
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Artium Learner Sri Ranjita Opens for Sonu Nigam in New Jersey
Artium Superstar finalist Sri Ranjita achieves a career highlight by performing as an opening act on Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour in New Jersey, USA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I learn guitar from teachers in India while living in UAE?
Yes. Artium offers live 1:1 online classes, so you can learn from experienced teachers in India while living in UAE. For many Indian diaspora learners, that also means learning music in a way that stays connected to their cultural roots.
Can I start learning guitar as an adult with no prior training?
Yes. Beginners are welcome. Your free trial gives the academic team a chance to understand your current ability and recommend the right starting level rather than putting every learner into the same programme.
What can I learn in guitar classes as an adult?
Progressive guitar learning covering guitar basics, tuning, notes, chords, rhythm, strumming, tablature, scales, repertoire, sight reading and more advanced techniques. The pace can be personalised around your goals and previous experience.
Can I learn guitar even if I have a busy work schedule in UAE?
Yes. Artium's online format is designed to make regular music learning easier to fit around work and family commitments. You can discuss suitable timings during the trial and enrol in a learning schedule that works for you.
Can I learn songs I enjoy while learning guitar?
Yes, where the course and teacher support that repertoire. The aim is not only to cover technique and theory, but also to make learning musical and relevant to your goals. Learn guitar from scratch, pick it up again after a break, play songs they enjoy or develop stronger technique.
Who leads the Guitar course at Artium?
Raju Singh is the Faculty Head for Guitar. The course is designed and curated under this academic leadership, while classes are delivered by Artium's trained teachers.
Can I learn guitar from scratch as an adult?
Yes. You do not need any previous guitar experience. You can start with tuning, notes, chords and rhythm and gradually move towards more advanced playing.
Can I learn guitar if I only have a few hours a week?
Yes. Your teacher can plan practice around the time you actually have. Even shorter, consistent practice sessions can help you build chord changes, rhythm and technique.
Will I learn songs or guitar technique first?
You will work on both. Songs make the learning enjoyable, while the structured lessons help you build chords, rhythm, scales, technique and other skills that you can use across different songs.
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