Welcome to the Strumming Foundations Course!

I designed this program for anyone who wants to master strumming and rhythm guitar. Whether you're completely new to guitar or a more advanced guitarist struggling to find your groove, this course will help you become a confident rhythm strummer!

Over the last few decades, I've taught hundreds and hundreds of guitarists to strum. I've seen the common challenges guitarists face when learning how to strum like the greats. Now it's time to share all my knowledge with you and guide you through a step-by-step strumming pathway.

By the end of this course, you'll have all the necessary tools for playing excellent rhythm guitar while remaining relaxed and having a blast. :)

Who's This Course For?

This course will benefit beginner guitar players looking forward to developing solid rhythm skills and avoiding all the bad habits that keep you from sounding good when strumming!

If you're an experienced guitarist, this course will help you correct bad habits and fill any gaps in your rhythm playing. It's also useful for intermediate guitarists who need extra coaching to perfect their strumming technique and time feel.

What & How You Will Learn

You'll find everything you need to build a solid foundation for strumming and rhythm guitar. We'll start with the essentials, like simple strumming patterns, body mechanics, strumming theory, holding the pick, and which pick to use.

We then look at many strumming patterns, using the metronome, how to practice, how to automate your rhythm guitar playing, and much more.

This course presents a deeper knowledge of how strumming works, but it's super practical and interactive. You will have a set of exercises every step of the way, and we'll be doing loads of drills together. It's fully hands-on!

Don't just watch the videos on your sofa – have your guitar ready, and get your hands dirty. If you need extra help or friends to jam with, don't hesitate to join the Discussion in the Community.

Get Community Support!

Below each video lesson, you'll find a Discussion tab. There, you can ask questions and get to know each other! I will answer as many questions as possible, and you will always count on my Official Guides and Approved Teachers! They will always be there for you, supporting your learning experience. :)

The Why and The What

During this course, you will always know the 'why' and the 'what.' That way, you'll be able to troubleshoot as you go and have a fail-proof plan for strumming success.

The first lessons involve much talking, but we must lay a solid foundation. So bear with me, pay attention to the info, and do the exercises. The rest will be much smoother if you deeply absorb the early material. I promise. :)

Should You Use a Pick to Strum?

Yes. Use a plectrum, also known as a pick, when strumming, especially if you're learning this material for the first time. You'll have to adapt some exercises if you go pick-free. If you've always strummed using your fingers, this course is a great opportunity to befriend the pick!

Once you've nailed strumming with a pick, you can switch back to strumming with your fingers. We'll discuss much more about this later, but ensure to get your hands on the right picks before you go further on this course! In our first lesson, we'll learn how to choose the best pick for you. ;)

Optimize Your Practice

Regarding practice, do timed five-minute chunks and keep track of your exercises. Timeboxing your practice will help you stay focused! If you struggle to focus for five minutes, you can even shorten the chunks to one minute and take 20-second breaks between.

⏳ Effective Practice! Using a timer and keeping track of your practice are fundamental components of a successful practice session for most people. These habits seem stupidly simple, but they're incredibly powerful.

In any case, your focus is crucial. Keep your attention on your practice, and if you notice your mind wandering to other things, bring it back to the task at hand. This awareness makes your practice way more effective.

Feedback and Support

This course will help you develop top-notch strumming skills! However, please comment if you have a problem that needs to be covered here and I still need to explore. I'll be happy to include more lessons to guarantee that Strumming Foundations is as effective as possible - and for all of you. :)

🚨 Don't be afraid of asking questions! There is no such thing as a silly question. If you don't understand something, I haven't explained it properly. So fire away – I'll do my best to clear up all your doubts.

I hope you enjoy the course. See you in the first lesson, where we unpack the first crucial aspect of rhythm guitar: which pick to use.

👉 Ready? Let's get started!