One-to-one Guitar Lessons

Guitar lessons & Music Theory lessons with Jo Bywater – experienced, enthusiastic and patient guitar teacher based in Staffordshire

Meet Jo - Watch Intro Video

Book your guitar lesson

About Jo Bywater

I have been dedicated to playing guitar since 1995 and have been in a variety of bands/duos/solo projects: covers and originals.

I play electric and acoustic guitar, lead and rhythm. I have played lead guitar with a number of original artists as well as performing for their studio recordings and International tours.

I’m DBS checked and cater for all ages and abilities.

More about Jo

Jo's original music

Book your first guitar lesson with Jo

I offer face to face guitar tuition in Staffordshire (ST21), plus Worldwide online lessons via Zoom and WhatsApp.

My rates are:
£40 for an hour long lesson
£20 for a 30 minute lesson

Book your guitar lesson today!

BOOK NOW

SHOULD I CHOOSE IN PERSON OR ONLINE LESSONS?

Guitar freebies and resources

Check out my free guitar learning resources for short video tutorials and downloadable PDFs to help you on your journey.

VIEW NOW

The latest from Jo Bywater Guitar Tuition

How to Fix Sloppy Strumming and Improve Your Timing (with a Metronome)

Jul 15, 2025 | Beginner Guitar Lessons, Exercises for Guitar Practice, Learning Guitar

How to Fix Sloppy Strumming and Improve Your Timing (with a Metronome) Ever feel like your strumming sounds... just a little off?Maybe you start...

Why Your Chord Changes Feel Messy — And How to Fix Them

Jun 17, 2025 | Beginner Guitar Lessons, Learning Guitar, Online Guitar Lessons

Struggling to move smoothly between chords — even though you’ve practiced them dozens of times?You’re not alone. Many adult learners hit a wall at...

Strumming Sounds Flat? Fix It in 5 Easy Steps to Instantly Improve Your Guitar Rhythm

May 13, 2025 | Beginner Guitar Lessons, Learning Guitar, Online Guitar Lessons

If your guitar strumming sounds flat, boring, or lifeless, you're not alone—and you’re definitely not doomed. Whether you're just starting out or...

Subscribe

Sign up to receive regular exclusive guitar tips and free resources direct to your inbox.

Happy Students

Olga, 2023

Jo is a great teacher. She is very patient and professional. My child really enjoys her guitar lessons with Jo and I can see the progress. I would definitely recommend Jo to anyone who is interested in learning to play the guitar.

Jack, 2022

Having no experience in guitar playing felt quite daunting when I wanted to start learning. However, Jo has been the most patient, insightful and skilled tutor I have ever been taught by!

Andrew, 2022

Jo is an exceptional tutor, passionate , enthusiastic and committed to passing her knowledge on to others, she makes the sessions fun and can teach all ages and abilities, she is patient with a lovely personality.

Sharon, 2022

Really enjoying my lessons with Jo. I nearly gave up after my first lesson as I had never played before and found it really hard but so glad I didn’t as I have learnt so much and Jo is so patient and encouraging.

Billy 2022

Jo has tutored our Daughter on a regular basis, she is patient and understanding. She improved our daughters confidence no end , we would not hesitate to recommend her as a tutor.

Tommy, 2022

Jo has be helping our son for around a year and his progress is amazing gone from strength to strength and with Jo helping him has gain a place at LIPA great teacher wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her *****

VIEW RECENT TESTIMONIALS

Contact Jo

Get in touch with Jo today to begin your journey to learn guitar, simply enter your details in the form below.