DofE Skills Ideas (14-24 Year-Olds): Learn Guitar ๐ŸŽธ

Are you looking for a skill idea to complete your DofE whether bronze silver or gold?

Whether you’re in the UK, Australia or USA, YOU, can learn the guitar online with weekly lessons, or by using the subscription option where you can login and learn at your own pace.

If you choose to opt in with the ‘self paced’ option, you’ll need an introductory with a once a month assessment.

The guitar takes time to learn, it’s fun a fun and enjoyable skill which can stay with you for a life time. You can also back date your hours to complete your silver & gold.

DofE skills section ideas

The Duke of Edinburghโ€™s Award (DofE) is a fantastic way to learn new skills, develop confidence, and explore your passions.

If youโ€™re aged between 14-24 and looking for a skills activity for your Bronze, Silver or Gold Award, learning the guitar is a brilliant choice! Itโ€™s fun, creative, and a skill youโ€™ll cherish for a lifetime.

Why Choose Guitar for Your DofE Skill?

Learning the guitar offers more than just the ability to play your favourite songs. Learning the guitar improves concentration, develops hand-eye coordination and boosts mental health by reducing stress.

Whether you’ve played before or you’re a complete beginner, you can learn online, face to face, or a mix.

Getting Started: What Youโ€™ll Need

Starting your guitar journey doesnโ€™t require much. Hereโ€™s what youโ€™ll need:

  1. A Guitar โ€“ You can choose between acoustic, classical, or electric, depending on your interests and budget. Beginners often find classical guitars easier to start with. This is because a classical is made of nylon rather than steel strings – making it easier to fret.
  2. Learning Resources โ€“ With MK Guitar Tuition, you’re purchasing experience and 35+ years of knowledge.
  3. Practice Time โ€“ For DofE, youโ€™ll need to dedicate at least an hour a week. Consistency is key! An hours worth of guitar practice is required each week that can either be 30 minute lesson + practice or an hours lesson + practice. Lessons can be face to face or online. A subscription option is available too!
  4. A Notebook โ€“ Keep track of your progress and write down chords, techniques, and songs youโ€™ve learned. You can go beyond the 3 months bronze requirement and back date hours to complete your bronze, silver & gold awards.

Bronze Silver or Gold?

Your DofE guitar journey is personalised to suit you and your ability. Whether learning online or face to face, you’ll be developing your learning style and understanding.

Each award is tailored and delivered with personalised 1:1 tuition and it’ll make a change from those outdoor expeditions because you can learn online from the comfort of your own home.

The guitar is a skill that takes time and dedication meaning that you can backdate your hours to complete your skills section for the silver & gold awards.

Tips for completing your Skills section

  • Stay Patient: Progress can feel slow at first, but every minute you spend practicing brings improvement.
  • Have Fun: Play songs you love โ€“ itโ€™ll keep you motivated!
  • Share feedback Each journey is different as will your skill set be, You can develop an electric, classical or acoustic skill set when completing your bronze, silver or gold awards.

Book an introductory?

Whether online or face to face to you can book an introductory session to see if it’s how you want to complete your skills section.

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