Best Guitar Lessons near San Clemente, CA

2 of these studios are based in San Clemente; the others serve San Clemente from towns including Laguna Niguel (8 mi), Lake Forest (15 mi) and Aliso Viejo (11 mi).

1 open 24/7 · 8 open weekends · all 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Roos Studios

Roos Studios

5.0 92 reviews
“They make it super easy to book lessons online where I can choose the time that works for our busy schedules!”
Since 2015
1044 Calle Recodo Suite B
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Los Rios Rock School

Los Rios Rock School

5.0 56 reviews
“This is not a chain, this is a private music school taught by experts and professionals in the industry.”
Since 2009
San Juan Capistrano, CA · 4 mi from San Clemente
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Music by Marek

Music by Marek

5.0 1 review
“The attention to detail, quality of service, and dedication to creating a positive experience really stand out.”
Since 2004
100 N Calle Seville
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Hamrock Music

Hamrock Music

5.0 52 reviews
“The great thing about Mark is that he'll adapt to your experience, learning speed, motivation, whatever.”
Online lessonsBBB A+Since 2008
Laguna Hills, CA · 11 mi from San Clemente
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KW Music Studios

KW Music Studios

4.9 28 reviews
“She has improved so much with Kirstin's guidance in that time period than all of her previous lessons with other teachers combined.”
Since 2006Prices online
Aliso Viejo, CA · 11 mi from San Clemente
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Evan's Music Academy

Evan's Music Academy

5.0 35 reviews
“He loves that he is able to pick his favorite popular songs to learn on the guitar.”
Since 2017Online lessons
Ladera Ranch, CA · 7 mi from San Clemente
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This page holds the 14 guitar studios on file for San Clemente, CA. Each one sets its own mix of one-to-one and group teaching, and the star ratings beside them are pulled from public listings.

Area overview: San Clemente, CA

The 14 studios on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 624 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "patient", "skills" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. We have a website on file for all 14 of the studios on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.

Do guitar studios listed for San Clemente teach on Saturdays?

8 of the 14 studios list weekend opening. Saturday slots go first in any music shop, because that is when school is out and the family car is free, so ask about the waiting list rather than assuming the slot is gone.

Pat Hurley Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

Pat Hurley Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

5.0 45 reviews
“My 9-year old daughter has been taking guitar lessons with Pat now for a few months, and she is really enjoying it.”
Since 1979
Laguna Hills, CA · 11 mi from San Clemente
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Phoenix Feather Academy of Music

Phoenix Feather Academy of Music

4.8 9 reviews
“I go to this school and It is the best music school I have ever seen.”
Ages 3 and upSince 1987BBB A
Lake Forest, CA · 15 mi from San Clemente
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South County Studios

South County Studios

4.8 21 reviews
“Chris is always on time, professional, communicative, and above all a great teacher.”
Since 2006Online lessonsPrices online
Aliso Viejo, CA · 11 mi from San Clemente
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Socal Jazz Academy

Socal Jazz Academy

5.0 15 reviews
“For people like me, who have always dreamed of playing real music with other people, and learning how it's done -- from theory, to practice tips, to the process of making live music --, this is perfect.”
Since 2019Prices online
Lake Forest, CA · 15 mi from San Clemente
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Laguna Niguel School of Music

Laguna Niguel School of Music

5.0 34 reviews
“I was truly blown away at their confidence and willingness to share with trust.”
Since 2023Prices online
Laguna Niguel, CA · 8 mi from San Clemente
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Christy's Piano Instruction

Christy's Piano Instruction

5.0 7 reviews
“She's patient, communicates well, and is supportive of old dogs learning new tricks.”
BBB A+Since 2018
Lake Forest, CA · 15 mi from San Clemente
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Micah Grant Rock Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

Micah Grant Rock Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

5.0 14 reviews
“He's a really cool guy, a great teacher, and has focused every lesson on helping me reach my personal goals, which has been really helpful.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2002
Laguna Niguel, CA · 8 mi from San Clemente
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Piano Lessons by Sophi

Piano Lessons by Sophi

5.0 8 reviews
“My grandson has been taking lessons from her for 11 years and within the first couple of months he was on his way to playing well and loving every minute of it.”
Since 2018
Laguna Niguel, CA · 8 mi from San Clemente
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near San Clemente

  • “My son loves coming here. He is so excited each week to have his guitar lesson.” — from a review of Roos Studios
  • “Micah is a fantastic guitar instructor. As someone coming into the instrument brand new, he has been great at listening to my goals and developing personalized instruction to help me progress toward them.” — from a review of Micah Grant Rock Guitar Lessons of South Orange County
  • “I have been working with Mark for the last two years and my guitar playing has progressed immensely.” — from a review of Hamrock Music
  • “You are an amazing teacher, I've gained so much in musical knowledge, theory, and guitar patterns and chording.” — from a review of Hamrock Music
  • “I always looked forward to my weekly guitar lesson and what he taught me next!” — from a review of Micah Grant Rock Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.

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