Daily Guitar Sessions... your secret weapon to learn guitar. You will make amazing progress by spending a short amount of time there daily.
These are short guided practice sessions for each weekday. First, I explain the "how and the why"… then I give you a multispeed play-along video to practice along with.
Each week, I'm cycling through the 5 pillars of guitar skills, including:
Monday - Technique
Tuesday - Licks
Wednesday - Improvising (Jam Club)
Thursday - Chords
Friday - Rhythm & Song
You'll have a new session each weekday. Each one is an opportunity to not only learn from the session, but also to decide on where you want to spend your time. Some exercises will click… Others, not so much. You choose which ones you'll spend more time on.
HERE'S WHY...
- The system provides an immersion approach to learning. This is an invaluable aspect of learning that will super-charge your progress and complement the step-by-step (Linear) course modules.
- As you work on the session, I'll explain ideas and concepts that will prove invaluable.
- You'll develop the habit of practicing every day.
- You'll develop confidence despite not being able to play something well. This is a big win and can open many doors.
What to know more about why this type of learning in IMPORTANT and how it's different from the step-by-step courses? Read this...
How does it work?
You open up the session for the day and spend 10 focused minutes on It. Experiment with it. Now, after 10 minutes, you decide if it’s something you can get into.
If the answer is “Not So Much”, it’s time to move on. Check it off and you’re done.
If the answer is “I want more time on this one”, that’s great! You’ve found a winner. Check the little star to add it to FAVORITES. You can spend more time on it whenever you choose.
There are two keys to getting the most from the Daily Guitar Sessions…
1) Re-Define Success. It’s natural to want to achieve some level of competency with each session. For most people, success means playing something well.
You should define success as spending the 10 minutes, not how well you played the lesson. I know this can seem counterintuitive. I ask that you trust the process. Over time, you’ll see the results.
2) Keep Moving Forward. Spend 10 minutes, then decide whether you want to save it for later (add to FAVORITES)... or not. Either way, check it off.
Do today’s session before going back to previous saved sessions.
When the month is over, go on to the sessions for the new month.
The sessions will expose you to something new each day without the pressure of having to master it. This differs greatly from the step-by-step lessons in the Beginner's Journey (Secret Weapon #1). In the Beginner's Journey, one lesson builds on another. This is Step-By-Step Learning. It’s one type of learning... an important one.
In the Guitar Sessions, we're using Immersion Learning, a second type of learning. This second type is crucial to becoming fluent on the guitar.
It can also be a lot of fun if you let go of wanting to master each session the first time around.
Let’s Add A Drawing
Each month, we hold a drawing for an Amazon gift card. You don’t have to be present to win. All you have to do to be eligible is to complete the sessions for the month.
Here’s the important part… You don’t have to master the lesson.
Spend 10 minutes on it, then decide whether you want to save it for later (add to FAVORITES)... or not. Either way, check it off.
The real prize is the skill you'll develop on guitar and the feeling of accomplishment.
Remember... the point of all this is to make playing guitar an enjoyable and rewarding part of your life.
Questions Answered...
The short answer? For most people, it’s better to complete The Beginner’s Journey first and then dive into the Daily Guitar Sessions.
Want the full scoop? Let’s break it down.
There are two main ways we learn guitar: Step-by-Step Learning and Immersion Learning. The Daily Guitar Sessions are an Immersion Learning System and the core of Real Guitar Success.
However, for adults, establishing a strong foundation of fundamental skills is crucial. This is where a step-by-step approach shines. Paths like The Beginner’s Journey are designed to help you develop those essential skills in an organized, systematic way. They complement the Daily Guitar Sessions by giving you the structure you need to confidently explore and enjoy the immersive sessions.
If you’ve been playing for a while, you may already have the skills needed to enjoy the Daily Guitar Sessions. However, it’s essential to complete the final course in The Beginner’s Journey, called Guitar Sessions Quick Start. Without this course, you’ll miss out on key elements that create the magic in the Daily Guitar Sessions.
I release the sessions on the first Monday of each month. Occasionally, there’s a gap between months, providing an extra week to complete the sessions and qualify for the drawing.
Each week, I email you with a link to the current practice sessions at the bottom. You can access the sessions from that link or from the button on the Home Dashboard (see image below).
Absolutely not—that’s not the goal here! Spending too much time trying to perfect every detail can actually slow down your progress. Instead, try this simple approach:
Spend 10 Focused Minutes: Give the session your full attention for 10 minutes. Explore the material and see how it feels. No pressure, just dive in and experiment.
Decide What’s Next: After 10 minutes, ask yourself how you feel about it. Then choose one of these options:
“Not So Much”: If it’s not clicking for you, no worries. Check it off and move on to the next session. Progress is the goal!
“I Want More!”: If you’re really enjoying it or feel like you’d benefit from extra practice, that’s awesome! Mark it as a FAVORITE by clicking the little star. You can revisit it anytime for more practice.
This flexible approach keeps you moving forward while giving you the freedom to focus on what sparks your interest or challenges you the most. Keep it light, keep it fun!
Absolutely not—that’s not the goal here! Spending too much time trying to perfect every detail can actually slow down your progress. Instead, try this simple approach:
Spend 10 Focused Minutes: Give the session your full attention for 10 minutes. Explore the material and see how it feels. No pressure, just dive in and experiment.
Decide What’s Next: After 10 minutes, ask yourself how you feel about it. Then choose one of these options:
“Not So Much”: If it’s not clicking for you, no worries. Check it off and move on to the next session. Progress is the goal!
“I Want More!”: If you’re really enjoying it or feel like you’d benefit from extra practice, that’s awesome! Mark it as a FAVORITE by clicking the little star. You can revisit it anytime for more practice.
This flexible approach keeps you moving forward while giving you the freedom to focus on what sparks your interest or challenges you the most. Keep it light, keep it fun!
The sessions for each month are accessible for the entire month. At the end of the month, they’re replaced by fresh new sessions for the next month. But here’s the good news: if you save a session to your FAVORITES, it will stay available to you for 6 months!
Why not indefinitely, you ask? The goal is to keep you motivated with new challenges and opportunities. Having a constantly refreshed selection ensures you’re always progressing and exploring something new.
And here’s a bonus: every now and then, I’ll bring back a favorite session from the past for a second round. So, keep an eye out—you might see a session you loved pop up again!
What to know more about why this type of learning in IMPORTANT and how it's different from the step-by-step courses? Read this...
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I have been taking private classical guitar lessons for about a year and a half. I am interested in learning different aspects and techniques of guitar playing. I practice almost every day.
Awesome Chuck. Welcome! Please introduce yourself in the forum here: https://realguitarsuccess.com/community/.
In particular, if you can tell me more about your level I can recommend where to start. Hint: If your only experience is strictly classical guitar you probably need some step-by-step lessons on chords, strums, and other aspects of playing popular guitar.
If that’s the case that would be the Beginner’s Journey – 3rd Adventure (Top menu > Lessons > Beginner’s Journey).
The Guitar Gym (Daily Practice Sessions) will be better once you have a better foundation.
I can be more help once I know more about your experience and goals.
Hi From Lisa,
I’m looking forward to playing the guitar better!
I just signed up, Tomas! Looking forward to learning from you! I’m 68 years old, so I guess you can say I’m a late bloomer! Better late than never!
Happy to be back.
Great to have you back Kenneth.
Coming back to RGS after some months devoted only to clasical guitar.
thats great i like classical guitar, happy playing