ready to give the ukulele a go?
Never played before? Our friendly beginners courses are designed for absolute beginners, with relaxed, supportive tuition and plenty of playing together.
You’ll learn the basics, pick up some chords and strumming patterns, and start playing well-known songs from your very first session. No musical experience needed – and we can lend you a ukulele if you don’t have one.
Take a look at our upcoming courses below and find one that suits you.
The booking link will take you to Zeffy - a booking platform for non-profit organisations.
You’ll learn the basics, pick up some chords and strumming patterns, and start playing well-known songs from your very first session. No musical experience needed – and we can lend you a ukulele if you don’t have one.
Take a look at our upcoming courses below and find one that suits you.
The booking link will take you to Zeffy - a booking platform for non-profit organisations.
Our Ukulele for Beginners course for adults takes place in the cosy private dining room upstairs at the fabulous YALM in Norwich City Centre. Perfect for post-work musical fun, and drinks can be ordered from and delivered direct to the room!
It's suitable for absolute beginners, and you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with your uke:
Song choices can be tailored to the interests of the group, but think pop songs from the likes of Killers, Oasis, Elvis, Undertones, George Ezra! The group size is limited to 11, ensuring you get plenty of individual attention, while getting the benefits of playing in a group.
Bring your own uke or borrow one of ours.
We're in our own room on the first floor. There's a wheelchair accessible lift, but there is one step going down to our room. The closest carpark is Castle Mall which is £3 all evening after 5pm.
It's suitable for absolute beginners, and you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with your uke:
- Tuning your uke: Learn the essential skill of tuning your ukulele
- Strumming techniques: Master the art of strumming to create different rhythms
- Develop timing skills: Work on improving this fundamental skill
- Making your first chords: Discover the basic chords that form the foundation of countless songs
- Following song sheets: Develop the ability to read and play along with song sheets
- Playing well-known songs together: Put your newly acquired skills to use by playing pop and rock tunes as a group
Song choices can be tailored to the interests of the group, but think pop songs from the likes of Killers, Oasis, Elvis, Undertones, George Ezra! The group size is limited to 11, ensuring you get plenty of individual attention, while getting the benefits of playing in a group.
Bring your own uke or borrow one of ours.
We're in our own room on the first floor. There's a wheelchair accessible lift, but there is one step going down to our room. The closest carpark is Castle Mall which is £3 all evening after 5pm.
All course bookings are non-refundable. However, if you provide sufficient notice and we are able to fill your space, we will issue a refund. Occasionally refunds may be considered in special circumstances at the tutor’s discretion.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Next Steps takes place in the cosy private dining room upstairs at the fabulous YALM in Norwich City Centre, and carries on from where our Beginners.
It's suitable for beginners who can play basic chords are ready to develop their skills.
Song choices can be tailored to the interests of the group, but think pop songs from the likes of Killers, Oasis, Elvis, Undertones, George Ezra!
The group size is limited to 11, ensuring you get plenty of individual attention, while getting the benefits of playing in a group.
We're in our own room on the first floor. There's a wheelchair accessible lift, but there is one step going down to our room. The closest carpark is Castle Quarter which is £3 all evening after 5pm.
It's suitable for beginners who can play basic chords are ready to develop their skills.
- Increase your chord knowledge
- Develop strumming techniques
- Read tab to play riffs and melodies
- Play pop and rock songs in a fun group
Song choices can be tailored to the interests of the group, but think pop songs from the likes of Killers, Oasis, Elvis, Undertones, George Ezra!
The group size is limited to 11, ensuring you get plenty of individual attention, while getting the benefits of playing in a group.
We're in our own room on the first floor. There's a wheelchair accessible lift, but there is one step going down to our room. The closest carpark is Castle Quarter which is £3 all evening after 5pm.
All course bookings are non-refundable. However, if you provide sufficient notice and we are able to fill your space, we will issue a refund. Occasionally refunds may be considered in special circumstances at the tutor’s discretion.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Our ever-popular Ukulele for Beginners course is coming to the Watton area for the first time!
It's suitable for absolute beginners, and you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with your uke:
We can lend you a ukulele for the duration of the course if you don't have your own. No experience needed, just bring enthusiasm and a smile!
It's suitable for absolute beginners, and you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with your uke:
- Tuning your uke: Learn the essential skill of tuning your ukulele
- Strumming techniques: Master the art of strumming to create different rhythms
- Develop timing skills: Work on improving this fundamental skill
- Making your first chords: Discover the basic chords that form the foundation of countless songs
- Following song sheets: Develop the ability to read and play along with song sheets
- Playing well-known songs together: Put your newly acquired skills to use by playing pop and rock tunes as a group
We can lend you a ukulele for the duration of the course if you don't have your own. No experience needed, just bring enthusiasm and a smile!
All course bookings are non-refundable. However, if you provide sufficient notice and we are able to fill your space, we will issue a refund. Occasionally refunds may be considered in special circumstances at the tutor’s discretion.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Join us for relaxed, friendly ukulele sessions at The Phoenix Centre. Aimed at those completely new to the ukulele, you'll learn everything you need to know to get started. Enjoy fun two and three chord songs, supportive tuition and the chance to make music with others in a welcoming environment.
No musical experience is needed, we can lend you a ukulele for the duration of the course, and if you love to sing we can help with that too!
This course is part of a new project called Three Chord Club, supported by Norfolk Community Foundation through Love Norfolk Fund. We suggest a contribution of £7 per session, but we don't want cost to prevent anyone from taking part. If you need to pay less, please get in touch.
[email protected]
07752346662
No musical experience is needed, we can lend you a ukulele for the duration of the course, and if you love to sing we can help with that too!
- Tuning your uke: Learn the essential skill of tuning your ukulele
- Strumming techniques: Master the art of strumming to create different rhythms
- Develop timing skills: Work on improving this fundamental skill
- Making your first chords: Discover the basic chords that form the foundation of countless songs
- Following song sheets: Develop the ability to read and play along with song sheets
- Playing well-known songs together: Put your newly acquired skills to use by playing two and three chord songs
This course is part of a new project called Three Chord Club, supported by Norfolk Community Foundation through Love Norfolk Fund. We suggest a contribution of £7 per session, but we don't want cost to prevent anyone from taking part. If you need to pay less, please get in touch.
[email protected]
07752346662
All course bookings are non-refundable. However, if you provide sufficient notice and we are able to fill your space, we will issue a refund. Occasionally refunds may be considered in special circumstances at the tutor’s discretion.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Please note that the full course fee is required regardless of attendance - missed sessions are non-refundable.
If a session is cancelled due to tutor illness the session will be rescheduled or refunded.
Tutor - Clara Wiseman
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Clara is known for her lively uke sessions for adults and children, which she has brought to schools, community groups, and festivals since 2013.
Before joining ILOVEUKE Clara organised arts and music projects at Community Music East and The Garage. She began her musical journey at 18 in all-female punk band PMT, depped in The Uk Subs for several tours and later founded punk ukulele band The Pukes, performing at gigs and festivals across the UK and Europe. Clara also plays bass and guitar and enjoys sewing and crochet. |
Feedback from previous participants
'A big thank you for teaching us uke. I have enjoyed it so much and it has given us confidence to continue."
"Clara was brilliant and so helpful and encouraging. I've really enjoyed the course and found it great for all aspects of uke playing, from finger picking to chords and strumming."
"Clara has been an amazing teacher, patient, warm and funny and knowledgable."
"As a complete beginner I have so enjoyed the learning process and the group is so friendly and encouraging."
"Thank you for your patience and encouragement for each of us individuals. I enjoyed the humour, fun, joy, singing and now I can play a few chords!"
"Clara was brilliant and so helpful and encouraging. I've really enjoyed the course and found it great for all aspects of uke playing, from finger picking to chords and strumming."
"Clara has been an amazing teacher, patient, warm and funny and knowledgable."
"As a complete beginner I have so enjoyed the learning process and the group is so friendly and encouraging."
"Thank you for your patience and encouragement for each of us individuals. I enjoyed the humour, fun, joy, singing and now I can play a few chords!"