South Lakes Rock School
Turn Up the Volume on Your Musical Journey
We Are South Lakes Rock School
We offer instrumental and vocal lessons to students of all musical abilities.
Lessons are tailored to our students, from complete beginners to those with more experience.
Located in Barrow-in-Furness
We believe in the importance and benefits of making music with others, that’s why our lessons focus on Skills and Performance. Courses are flexible and students have an input, learning songs that they know and love.
We provide a LIVE BAND experience at every session.
Interested in learning an instrument or singing lessons?
Your Student Area
South Lakes Rock School pupils get access to a private student area to access songs for practicing at home!
Music Lessons In South Cumbria
At South Lakes Rock School, we offer music lessons across a range of instruments: electric and acoustic guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, ukulele, and singing. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our expert tutors tailor each lesson to your goals, helping you learn the music you love while building confidence and performance skills.
Guitar
We teach Electric and Acoustic Guitar, covering skills and techniques for your chosen instrument plus how to interpret tabs and chord charts.
Instruments are provided for taster lessons – but its always good to have your own and we can help source the best instrument for you.
Bass Guitar
We teach Bass Guitar, covering skills and techniques for your chosen instrument plus how to interpret tabs and chord charts.
Instruments are provided for taster lessons – but its always good to have your own and we can help source the best instrument for you.
Ukelele
We teach the Ukulele, covering skills and techniques for your chosen instrument plus how to interpret tabs and chord charts.
Instruments are provided for taster lessons – but its always good to have your own and we can help source the best instrument for you.
Keyboard & Piano
With a range of instruments available at our venue, including Yamaha and Korg keyboards and a full size Kapps Grand Piano, we can tailor lessons to meet individual student needs – whether you are a complete beginner or a more experienced player.
You can also learn to read staff notation and interpret chord charts as your skills develop!
Drums
Drum lessons at RockSchool are mainly taught on Yamaha & Alesis electronic drum kits. Students also have the opportunity to play on acoustic kit & we have with several refurbished vintage kits available in lessons.
All our students are encouraged to develop their reading of drum notation alongside progressing instrumental skills
Vocals
Our lessons focus on good Vocal technique and skills, with songs you will want to sing! Breathing and warm-up exercises are included alongside songs from the rock. pop and musical theatre repertoire.
Sight reading of staff notation is encouraged as your skills develop.
Highly recommend South Lakes Rock School to anyone looking for a supportive and inspiring place for their child to learn music!
My son has been taking keyboard lessons since April and absolutely loves it. Lesley and her team are so patient and encouraging — they’ve really brought out the best in him.
The environment is incredibly welcoming and inclusive, and the May showcase was amazing. Seeing all the kids perform with such confidence and joy was a proud moment for all the families!
Soriano P Roselle
News, Stories and Events at South Lakes Rock School
Discover the latest news, inspiring stories and upcoming events at South Lakes Rock School. From music tips and performance highlights to student achievements and behind-the-scenes moments!
Latest News
What a fabulous venue to perform our Dance The Decades Set! The Queens Hall at Barrow Town Hall! Thanks to everyone who came along and…
We thought it was about time for a refresh! Big thanks to Stephen Story – award winning & Barrow based website & graphic designer! With…
A massive WELL DONE! To all SLRS students who played their part in our recent Hammer of the Gods shows! 8 months of hard practice…
Thankyou to whoever nominated our fabulous tutor team for Love Barrow Awards! That’s really appreciated! We love helping people of all ages discover & develop…
Latest Blog
Barrow Music Weekender was back for a fifth year from 9th-12th 2025 with live music in established & pop up venues, DJ’s, classical music, musical…
When most people think of drumming, they picture a big drum kit in a rock band, sticks flying and cymbals crashing. While that’s certainly one…
