How Learning Guitar as an Adult Can Be the Most Joyful Thing You Do

guitar education Jul 23, 2025

Think you missed your chance to learn guitar because you're not a teenager anymore? Think again.

Learning guitar as an adult comes with some serious advantages — and it might just become the most rewarding part of your day.

Why Adults Make Great Guitar Students:

  • You’re learning by choice. That makes a huge difference in motivation.

  • You have life experience. You already understand concepts like time management, goal-setting, and patience.

  • You don’t need to become a rock star. Adults tend to focus on joy and expression, not competition.

What You Might Struggle With:

  • Time management — juggling family, work, and practice.

  • Frustration with progress — adults often expect to “get it” fast.

But here’s the truth: progress happens fast when your goals are realistic and your practice is focused.

How to Make It Work:

  1. Practice 15–30 minutes a day — consistently.

  2. Focus on small wins: one chord change, one riff, one strumming pattern.

  3. Track your progress — it helps you stay motivated.

And remember: it’s not too late. It’s never too late. And with Play Like A Pro, you can learn the guitar at your own pace! Goodbye weekly lessons, hello total flexibility! 

Need help getting started? Request a FREE, personalised practice plan here.

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