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Your first lesson is complimentary
Book your free guitar lesson.
Choose a convenient time to meet Payton, talk through your goals, and experience personalized guitar instruction—without pressure or obligation.
Private, one-on-one instruction
Kids age 8+ and adults
Beginner through advanced
Acoustic or electric guitar
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Schedule your free first lesson.
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First Lesson FreeMeet before you commit
PrivateOne-on-one instruction
All LevelsBeginner to advanced
Ages 8+Kids, teens, and adults
What happens next
From choosing a time to playing your first notes.
Your first visit is relaxed and useful. It is a real lesson—not a sales presentation—designed to help you see how personalized instruction feels.
Meet Payton
Talk about your experience, favorite music, challenges, and what you would most like to accomplish.
Play Guitar
Start making music, experience the teaching style, and decide whether weekly lessons feel right for you.
Preparing for your first lesson
Come as you are. Bring your curiosity.
You do not need to know how to play, read music, or own the perfect instrument before you begin.
Bring your guitar—if you have one.
Payton can check the fit, setup, and condition and help you get comfortable with the instrument you already own.
No guitar yet? Borrow one for the lesson.
You may use one of Payton’s guitars during your complimentary first visit. He can then guide you toward the right guitar for your size, goals, sound, and budget.
Bring the music that inspires you.
A favorite artist, song, riff, or style gives Payton a useful starting point for shaping lessons around your interests.
Private residential studio: 2283 Encino Loop, San Antonio, TX 78259. The studio is behind Payton’s home, so all visits are by appointment only.
Lessons built around you
A welcoming place to begin—and room to keep growing.
Every lesson starts with the student in front of Payton, not a rigid program. Your pace, experience, taste, and goals guide the work.
Kids & Teens
Patient, age-appropriate instruction that builds coordination, focus, confidence, and a positive practice routine.
Adult Beginners
Start from scratch in a relaxed setting without feeling rushed, judged, or expected to already know the basics.
Returning Players
Reconnect with guitar, correct old habits, fill in knowledge gaps, and make progress with greater clarity.
Advanced Guitarists
Develop technique, theory, improvisation, tone, repertoire, songwriting, and confident performance.
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Booking questions
Before your free first lesson.
A few quick answers so you can schedule with confidence.
Open the CalendarIs the first guitar lesson really free?
Yes. Your first lesson is complimentary. It gives you time to meet Payton, talk about your musical goals, play guitar, and decide whether the teaching style and studio feel right for you.
Do I need a guitar for the first lesson?
No. Bring your guitar if you already own one. If you do not have one yet, you may borrow one of Payton’s guitars for the lesson, and he can guide you toward an appropriate guitar to purchase afterward.
What age can a child begin lessons?
Guitar School of Texas welcomes students age eight and older. Readiness also depends on attention span, hand size, and interest, which can be discussed during the first visit.
Can complete beginners book a lesson?
Absolutely. Many students begin without knowing a chord or how to read music. The first lesson starts at your current level and moves at a comfortable pace.
Can experienced guitarists schedule a free lesson?
Yes. Advanced and returning players are welcome. Bring a goal, song, technique challenge, or question so Payton can understand where focused instruction would help most.
Where is the lesson held?
Lessons take place in a comfortable private studio behind Payton’s residence at 2283 Encino Loop, San Antonio, TX 78259. Because it is a residential studio, all visits are by appointment only.
How long are ongoing lessons?
After the complimentary first visit, weekly private lessons are available in 30- and 60-minute formats. Payton can help you decide which lesson length best fits your age, experience, and goals.
What styles of music can I learn?
Lessons can include rock, blues, country, pop, worship music, acoustic fingerstyle, and more. Your musical taste helps shape the songs, techniques, and concepts used in your plan.
Your first lesson is complimentary
Choose a time and come play.
No pressure. No obligation. Just a personal introduction to guitar lessons built around you.