Guitar Classes - Osterloh Guitar Academy
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Master the Guitar with Our Comprehensive Group Classes

Join our supportive community and accelerate your guitar journey

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About Our Guitar Classes

At Osterloh Guitar Academy, we believe in the power of group learning. Our classes are designed to provide a supportive and engaging environment where you can learn, practice, and grow alongside fellow guitar enthusiasts.

Our unique approach combines structured lessons, peer interaction, and personalized feedback to help you progress faster and more confidently in your guitar journey.

Class Offerings

Beginner Classes

Perfect for those just starting their guitar journey. Learn the basics of guitar playing, including chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs.

Intermediate Classes

Build on your foundation with more advanced techniques, music theory, and a wider range of musical styles.

Advanced Classes

Refine your skills, explore complex techniques, and delve into advanced music theory and composition.

Class Structure

  • Small class sizes (2-4 students) for personalized attention
  • 60-minute classes sessions
  • Flexible structure that fits your schedule
  • Ability to choose the classes that align with your goals
  • Structured lesson plans with clear learning objectives
  • Hands-on practice time and group exercises
  • Regular progress assessments and feedback

Curriculum Overview

Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to take you from a beginner to an advanced player. You'll learn:

  • Proper guitar technique and posture
  • Chords and chord progressions
  • Scales and music theory
  • Rhythm and timing
  • Song structure and composition
  • Various musical styles and genres

As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to participate in our Focus Workshops, Social Events, and ultimately, showcase your skills in our Performance Capstone.

Meet Our Instructors

Travis Osterloh

Travis Osterloh

Founder & Lead Instructor

Stephen Denman

Stephen Denman

Student & Instructor

What Our Students Say

"From day one, Travis has made it his priority to make sure my learning experience has been thorough and fundamental. The learning method he uses expertly builds on itself each week, while covering a wide range of topics. On top of a fantastic teaching style, Travis offers a wide range of workshops and events for his students. You can tell that he is truly passionate about what he does, which creates an incredible environment for guitar players of all skill levels and interests. I cannot recommend OGA enough!"

- Dominick DeFlippo

"Osterloh Guitar Academy has been exactly what I was searching for when I decided to take the time to improve my abilities. I learned how to play guitar over twenty years ago, picking up on tabs, writing here and there, and being relatively proficient (or so I thought). I knew though that in order to get beyond my ability to repeat what others create and improve my skills, I needed to discard bad habits and dive deep into music theory. After looking for lessons around Columbus, I read the reviews for Osterloh Guitar Academy and took a shot. Six months later, I am so glad I did. It's been a rewarding adventure to get back to school, understanding where I'd been deficient and learning more about an instrument I thought I knew a lot about. The group style settings for lessons provide a collaborative and judgement free environment to learn and ask questions. Classes are categorized well, and regardless of your abilities each class always has something to offer. The community is a fun bonus of this style of learning, something 1:1 lessons would not provide. For anyone on the fence, this is the place to learn, improve, and have a good time."

- Sam Flaten

Membership Options

Basic Membership

$140/month

  • 4 classes per month
  • $35 per hour
  • Basic discounts on workshops
  • Access to online resources
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Standard Membership

$180/month

  • 6 classes per month
  • $30 per hour
  • Increased discounts on workshops
  • Discounted songwriters groups
  • Extended access to online resources
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Premium Membership

$220/month

  • 8 classes per month
  • $27.50 per hour
  • Maximum discounts on workshops
  • Discounted songwriters groups
  • Discounted audio recording sessions
  • Discounted video production services
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All memberships include access to our supportive community and accelerated guitar learning journey. Custom packages and additional services are also available. Contact us for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need my own guitar?

Yes, you'll need to bring your own guitar to class, tuner, & Binder. We can provide recommendations if you need help choosing one.

How do I make the most progress in lessons?

Students who achieve the best results learn and improve their skills of guitar in classes. Then apply what they learn to music they want to play at home!

How often do classes meet?

Classes are 60 minutes for every slot. You can choose what classes work best for your schedule and how often you want to come. Our flexible scheduling is structured to fit the dynamics of everyday life!

Will I hold back the class being at a lower skill level?

No, classes are structured to apply to any skill level, our instructors know how to apply every concepts not matter where you are at!

What if I'm afraid to make mistakes or play infront of other people?

All of our students are here to make mistakes and correct them, we embrace that we are human focus on diagonosing issue & implement consistent improvment!


In our supportive environment we strive to bring an uplifting & supportive environment when it comes to learning to play guitar

Ready to Start Your Guitar Journey?

Join Osterloh Guitar Academy today and unlock your musical potential!

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