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YOLO Music Academy

Learn Drums, Guitar, and DJ Skills at YOLO Music Academy

Beginner-friendly music lessons and practice access inside a real live music venue in Iwakuni.

Start learning with real equipment before spending money on your own setup.

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Programs

Choose Your Starting Point

Drums

Kids, beginner, and intermediate group lessons with practice access included.

From $75/mo

Guitar

Small group electric guitar lessons twice per month with academy guitars available.

$45/mo

DJ Practice

Self-guided DJ practice using our equipment, Djay Pro, and learning subscriptions.

From $10/hr

Drum + Guitar

Learn both instruments and get extra monthly practice sessions.

$120/mo
Why YOLO Music Academy?

Start Learning Before Buying Expensive Equipment

Learning music can be expensive and difficult to start, especially for beginners, apartment residents, and people living overseas.

At YOLO Music Academy, students can learn using real instruments and professional equipment inside a live music venue before investing in their own setup.

Use Real Equipment

Practice on real drum kits, guitars, and DJ equipment.

Practice Access Included

Students can continue learning outside of class during registered practice sessions.

English-Based Instruction

Built for the international community in Iwakuni.

Drum Lessons

Build Rhythm, Confidence, and Real Playing Skills

Our drum program helps students learn timing, coordination, grooves, and songs in a fun group setting. Students also get access to our drum kits during practice sessions.

Kids Drum Class

Ages 6 to 7

$75/mo
  • Thursdays at 6:00 PM
  • 30-minute group lesson
  • 4 lessons per month
  • Max 8 students
  • First lesson free

Months with 5 Thursdays will include one scheduled week off.

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Beginner Drums

Ages 8+

$85/mo
  • Thursdays at 6:30 PM
  • 50-minute group lesson
  • 4 lessons per month
  • Max 8 students
  • First lesson free

Months with 5 Thursdays will include one scheduled week off.

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Intermediate Drums

Ages 8+

$85/mo
  • Thursdays at 7:30 PM
  • 50-minute group lesson
  • 4 lessons per month
  • Max 8 students
  • Skill assessment required
  • First lesson free

Months with 5 Thursdays will include one scheduled week off.

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Included With Drum Lessons

  • One free 30-minute drum practice session each week
  • 50% off additional practice rentals
  • Access to song and tab learning software during practice sessions
  • Access to academy drum kits
Guitar Lessons

Small Group Electric Guitar Lessons

Learn electric guitar in a relaxed group setting using academy instruments and song-based learning.

Great for beginners and students who want to keep improving without buying all their own gear right away.

Guitar Group Lessons

Ages 8+

$45/mo
  • First and third Wednesday
  • Two group lessons per month
  • Beginner and intermediate students welcome
  • Electric guitar focused
  • Max 4 students per class
  • Additional classes added if demand increases
  • First lesson free

Included

  • One free 30-minute guitar practice session each week
  • 50% off additional practice rentals
  • Access to song and tab learning software during practice sessions
  • Access to academy guitars
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Best Value

Learn Multiple Instruments & Save

Want to learn both drums and guitar? The multi-class membership gives students more practice time and a lower monthly price.

$120/mo

Drum + Guitar membership instead of $130/month.

  • 6 free 30-minute practice sessions each month
  • 50% off additional practice rentals
  • Access to learning software during practice sessions
  • Access to academy equipment
  • First lesson free
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DJ Practice Membership

Try DJing Before Buying Expensive Equipment

Explore DJing using our equipment, Djay Pro, built-in DJ school tutorials, and music learning subscriptions.

This is self-guided individual practice for beginners who want hands-on experience before investing hundreds into their own setup.

DJ Practice Access

$12/hr

4-hour package available at $10/hour.

  • Self-guided individual practice
  • Access to DJ equipment
  • Access to Djay Pro
  • Built-in DJ school tutorials
  • Music learning subscriptions

Available Hours

Tuesday to Saturday
5 PM to 9 PM

Reserve DJ Time
Coming Soon

More Music Programs Are Coming

Piano Lessons

Interested in learning piano or teaching piano at YOLO Music Academy? Contact us.

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Bass Guitar Lessons

Interested in learning bass or teaching bass guitar at YOLO Music Academy? Contact us.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need my own instrument?

No. Students can use academy equipment during lessons and practice sessions.

Is the first lesson really free?

Yes. First-time students can try a class before signing up.

Are lessons beginner friendly?

Yes. Most students start with little or no experience.

How many lessons are included each month?

Drum classes include 4 lessons per month. Guitar includes 2 lessons per month.

How do practice sessions work?

Registered students can reserve practice time during normal business hours. Practice is for the instrument they are learning.

Do I need to know how to read music?

No. No experience is required for beginner classes.

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Start Learning Music at YOLO Music Academy

Try your first lesson free and learn using real equipment inside a live music venue.

Your Name
First lesson is free. One free lesson per person, per instrument.
Students Name
If you are registering your child
Drums: minimum age 6; Guitar: minimum age 8
Skill Level
Beginner: New to the instrument or still learning the basics. No experience needed; Intermediate: Comfortable with the basics and able to play simple songs or patterns confidently; Advanced: You probably don’t need lessons. Come make music with us instead.
Agreement
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