The Guitar Challenge: Learn the Guitar, Play Your Favorite Songs & Live the Dream in 30 Days or Less
A 30 day challenge to start learning the guitar from scratch, no matter your age!
Have you ever tried to learn the guitar before?
Have you wanted to experience the thrill of playing, but get so frustrated at trying to learn it on your own?
Do you know someone who is good at guitar?
They can listen to a song once and play it back for you.
They can write their own songs.
They can be the life of the party.
I do.
And it used to drive me bananas.
What did they know that I didn’t?
Did they sell their soul at the crossroads?
What’s the secret?
I'll tell you exactly what the secret is…
Many years ago I when I started playing guitar I was in a garage band.
One of the deepest levels of satisfaction that you can experience is playing music with a handful of like-minded musicians, then performing live before an audience of raving fans.
It’s amazing.
But how many shows did I play with that band?
Zero.
Ha!
In fact, the band broke up and reformed without me!
That moment was so frustrating and deflating for me.
Eventually I finally figured out the secret. I found out what my successful friends did that made their guitar playing so great.
...and that is when everything changed for me.
Soon after, I could be able to play songs that I loved and write my own tunes as well.
I opened the doors to my very own teaching school and I had people lined up to learn from me.
How?
I had created a proven system.
Learning the guitar using a proven system is the single most powerful thing you can do to grow your abilities.
If you are just starting to learn or have tried and failed in the past, a proven system to learn is your golden ticket.
But how do you learn the guitar without all that theory?
Your Instructor
I would scour magazines like Guitar For the Practicing Musician to try and better understand how to play the guitar the way I wanted to.
I went to countless live shows and befriended an amazing guitarist who taught guitar, but I still couldn’t connect the dots seamlessly.
There was no system that seemed to fit me.
During that time I joined more bands, jammed with countless musicians and asked hundreds of questions to anyone who would listen.
Over the years I slowly accumulated enough info that I could be able to play the guitar confidently.
But it wasn’t easy.
In the summer of 2007, I started teaching guitar out of my spare bedroom for additional income.
And that’s when it hit me.
I taught people at the very beginning of their journey on the guitar the same lessons over and over, adjusting the lessons here and there until I discovered a system that worked for the student.
In the last nine years I have refined and polished my system. This system has proven itself hundreds of times before with people of all ages.
This system has helped beginners write songs, perform them live in front of an audience and given them the confidence of the guitar that they had been previously desiring.
Whatever you do, avoid these 3 things (when learning the guitar)!
There is one thing you have to avoid when learning the guitar on your own.
A big mistake.
There are 3 mistakes I constantly see people making that derail them and crush their chances of making it..
On my journey of learning the guitar, I encountered each one of these and was able to beat them. You will face each one of them on your journey. But you HAVE TO OVERCOME them if you're going to reach your goal of playing the guitar.
Mistake #1: Never Getting Started
Look, I get it.
This whole thing can seem really overwhelming.
Everywhere you turn you can find a wealth of information on how to do just about anything you can think of, whether it’s learning guitar, changing a tire on your car, solving a Rubik’s cube, or building an email list online.
The amount of data to sift through is absolutely insane.
So you do nothing.
There is a better way. A more efficient and thorough way to learn what you need to know.
You HAVE to have a guide.
Mistake #2: Thinking you need to read music to play
It seems like there are a lot of important things to do while playing the guitar.
There’s fingering the notes, making sure you are playing the right strings, strumming the right tempo, switching the chords in time, and on top of that there is a whole new language to learn as the cherry on top!
There is the music staff, notes, sharps, flats, scales, the circle of fifths, modes, etc. It all seems unending.
When you think of all the things necessary to achieving that goal, it feels completely hopeless! You just want to play guitar!
Pass.
The truth is, you don't need to learn how to read music to play the guitar.
You can be playing the guitar (without complicated music theory) in less than five minutes!
Which leads us to mistake #3.
Mistake #3: Trying to do everything by yourself
One common problem is thinking you can do everything by yourself.
Watching YouTube videos...
Scanning UltimateGuitar.com for tabs and chords...
Gazing at the cool gear at Guitar Center ...
That stuff will only take you so far.
You need more.
You need accountability and direction from someone who has been where you are trying to go.
Someone to hold your hand, push you when needed, encourage you when needed and hold you ACCOUNTABLE.
Who is helping you?
Who is holding you accountable?
Your answers to these questions are VITAL to reaching your goal.
Introducing The Guitar Challenge
That's why I've put together a step-by-step system to help you overcome each of these mistakes and ensure you reach your goal of finally learning the guitar.
The Guitar Challenge isn't just a course. It's a master class and coaching system designed to take you by the hand and teach you the principles and strategies needed to learn guitar.
And to provide the accountability and support system you crave.
- Easy-to-follow lessons?
- Supportive community of guitarists?
- Built-in accountability?
- Unlimited personal consulting w/Tim?
This course is grounded in proven principles and strategies that work. It's broken down into simple, step-by-step lessons that allow you to walk through each of the four phases of learning guitar.
Each lesson will leave you with an easy-to-follow action item and schedule so you can methodically implement what you've learned.
No guesswork.
No scanning YouTube.
No more blog posts or podcasts.
Just follow the plan.
What will you learn in the course?
This course covers three primary topics:
1. Understanding Your Guitar
Learning how to play the guitar might sound... hard! When you are just starting out, it sounds like an impossible goal. It's not.
In The Guitar Challenge course, you'll learn 27 different lessons for learning the guitar. Every strategy will be meticulously broken down so you can easily follow along and implement it in your playing.
But (and here is the important part) me teaching you a bunch of strategies won't help you.
The key to reaching your goal is following a proven framework.
The Guitar Challenge course isn't just a collection of a bunch of popular strategies: it gives you the framework and sequencing of when you need to implement each strategy.
Quick example…
Music theory. Everyone says you need to know it, right? You do!
But you DON'T need to even think about music theory until you can play a little bit. Why? Because our goal is to be enjoying the guitar as fast as possible.
That's why the course is broken into four major phases. Each milestone has a list of objectives and strategies. Your job is to execute these strategies in order. (No music theory until you're ready.)
2. Practicing Your Guitar
Learning the guitar isn’t as easy as ordering a pizza. You will need to develop the proper mindset for achieving your goals on the guitar. That mindset doesn’t happen on accident.
There are so many opinions about how to practice. It can be overwhelming. What a PAIN! With this course you can avoid al of that.
I’m going to share with you proven strategies that will help maximize your progress through minimal efforts. You will learn the exact plan I use to ensure that distractions are kept to a minimum.
As a member of The Guitar Challenge, you'll have exclusive access to these systems.
3. Playing Your Guitar
One of the biggest concerns I hear from beginners is about what they will be learning on the guitar in the beginning. Their fear is that we will be talking about the music staff and learn simple songs like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star or Hot Cross Buns like in junior high band.
We won’t be discussing a lot of lofty notions of notes on the staff, scales, or other clinical things some courses start with. We are going to be rocking out as soon as possible!
We will be learning several real songs that have been featured on popular radio stations for many years.
These songs will be recognized by your friends and family. I'm going to give you an easy-to-follow blueprint to keep you on track and keep you progressing in your abilities faster than ever.
No guesswork.
No lingering doubts.
You will see my exact set-up and what I suggest you do at each stage of your growth.
Course Details
You will get:
...........................Module 1:
I Can See Clearly Now
Understanding Your Guitar
- Quick orientation of the course and what to expect.
- Meticulous step-by-step instructions for every strategy you learn.
- You will learn the things every guitarist needs to maximize their progress.
- You will learn how to set goals in your guitar playing to help guide your learning.
- You will learn the parts of the guitar and what they do.
- You will learn the language created specifically for guitarists to help them learn faster.
- You will learn how to tune your guitar so you always sound your best.
- You will learn how to play four of the most requested rock riffs from your friends and new fans.
- You will learn how to practice in a way that maximizes your progress in as little time as possible.
Objective of this module: To set yourself up with the systems that every successful guitarist uses to grow.
..............................Module 2:
Start Me Up
Playing Your First Song
- You will learn how to warm up to increase your flexibility and keep injuries at bay.
- You will learn how to read a chord chart without the need for complicated music staffs.
- You will learn how to play your first couple of chords on the guitar so you can be playing songs in minutes.
- You will learn how to strum the guitar with strumming patterns that are used in some of the most famous recordings ever.
- You will learn how to play your very first song from a chart-topping artist.
Objective of this module: To get acquainted with the guitar and prepare your mindset for learning the instrument.
.............................................................Module 3: Get Rhythm!
What You Can Do With Only Four Chords
- You’ll learn the #1 chord structure that is used in many songs (and how to listen for it).
- You'll learn how to use play the blues using an easy formula to follow (that sounds awesome).
- I'll walk you through several techniques that will add some cool variety to your playing (that can be used in lots of different songs).
- You'll learn the technique that can make it sound like the blues masters every time it's used.
- I'll teach you how play a lick that will cause others to raise their eyebrows and wonder what you are doing.
- You'll learn one of the most famous guitar instrumentals ever heard on the radio.
Objective of this module: Expand your basic knowledge of the guitar and help change the way you hear music.
..........................Module 4:
The Crossroads
The Most Famous Song Structure
- You will learn four of the most important chords to learn on the guitar that are in thousands of your favorite songs.
- You will learn how to play one of the most popular songs in the last couple of years (using only two chords!).
- You'll be shown how to play a chart-topping song with only five strums that will be a surefire hit with you and your friends.
- You will learn about a tool that makes playing your favorite songs much easier.
- I'll walk you through each step of playing four classic songs in this module, including strumming and chord changes.
- You will learn a technique that you can use on any song to change the feel of it.
- You'll learn an additional three chords to give you even more flexibility in your playing.
- You'll learn how to strum the guitar with a technique that can be used in many songs and many types of music.
Objective of this module: To grow your playing by learning how to play songs and strum with variety.
I spent two years trying to teach myself the guitar before I finally signed up. The very first class had me playing classic rock riffs, and in the six weeks of class, we covered everything I had tried teaching myself and more.
Tim's flexible style of teaching simplifies the guitar while challenging you with new techniques. If you are even on the fence about taking guitar lessons, I strongly recommend taking this class. The price is right, the instructor knows what he’s doing, and this ... course could be the great start to something new!
One piece of advice; stick with it even though your fingertips are hurting...they will toughen up. Once the calluses are built up, never let them go away so you don't have to start over with that!
Lastly, you're never too old to start. I picked up guitar for my 52nd birthday, and if I can do it, anybody can. I'm no Jimi Hendrix or Brad Paisley, but I don't think you have to be a superstar in order to derive pleasure or enjoyment from playing the guitar.
Course Curriculum
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StartModule 1 - Introduction (5:54)
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StartModule 1: Lesson 1 - Things Every Guitarist Needs to Maximize Their Progress
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 2 - Planes, Trains & Automobiles – How to Get There (part 1) (8:28)
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 3 - Planes, Trains & Automobiles – How to Get There (Part 2)
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 4 - Anatomy 101
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 5 - What the Heck is Tabulature?
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 6 - How to Tune Your Guitar (5:05)
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 7 - Learning Your First Rock Riffs! (8:32)
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StartModule 1 - Lesson 8 - How to Practice
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StartModule 1 is Finished
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StartModule 2 - Introduction (5:54)
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 1: Warming Up (4:13)
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 2: How to Read a Chord Chart
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 3: Your First Guitar Chord (1:40)
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 4: Your Second Guitar Chord (0:42)
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 5: Strumming Basics (1:28)
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StartModule 2 - Lesson 6: Playing Your First Song (6:40)
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StartModule 2 Is Finished
How much does it cost?
Most people believe they have to get lucky or be born with the ability to play the guitar with confidence.
Instead, I’ve discovered that having a step-by-step proven system of learning is the key to getting faster results.
If you are a person who keeps wondering if you can ever learn the guitar, and you're ready to quit screwing around, this is for you.
I was just like you.
…and this is the system that finally enabled me to finally understand the guitar in an easy and fun way, quit my struggling and have more enjoyment from the instrument.
You have two options…
Option #1: Keep doing what you’ve been doing (and be frustrated and annoyed with the results)
Option #2: Join The Guitar Challenge and let me help you learn the guitar that will allow you to finally play the songs you like…
To prove to yourself that you CAN succeed on guitar.
To be able to play your favorite songs.
To play in a band.
To enjoy your time.
What's it going to be?
Frequently Asked Questions
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7-Day MANDATORY Refund Policy
The Guitar Challenge is designed to get you results quicker than any other system that exists.
In fact, if you aren’t playing your first song within 7 days of starting the course, I require that you ask for a refund.
No joke. If you do the work and are not progressing in 7 days, I'll give you your money back.
30 DAY "TRY IT, TEST IT, APPLY IT" MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
Try The Guitar Challenge for 30 days...RISK FREE!
What happens if the course just doesn't work for you?
If you don't see significant growth in your playing ask for a refund. Simply email support ([email protected]) anytime within 30 days of purchase, show you did the work, and we'll send you a full refund.
My goal is to make sure you start getting results from learning the guitar. If you give it an honest effort and it doesn't; then I haven't done my job and don't deserve your money.
Note: If you are buying this course because you want a magical pill that will make your playing improve without you doing any work, this is totally not for you.Learning the guitar is a lot of work. A lot of commitment. A lot of persistence. If you are lazy, don't buy the course. We require that you actually do work. If you do opt to refund the course, we require you to submit a few basic assignments to show you've given it an honest effort. If that isn't something you are cool with, we understand. This course probably isn't a good fit for you. (Full Details)
DO NOT buy this if you are looking for another “Learn Guitar Without Trying” strategy!
This course requires work.
If you’re just hunting around for another blog post or YouTube video where you can pick up a random strategy to “try out,” you will HATE this course.
DON’T BUY IT.
But if you’re sick and tired of not being able to make heads or tails out of how to play the guitar, and you’re ready to follow a proven system to fix that, you’ll love it.
If you’ve always wanted an accountability system, a coach and a supportive community to walk with you as you grow in your playing, you’ll love The Guitar Challenge.
It is exactly what I wish I had when I started out.
Are you ready to finally learn the guitar?