Rock & Roll Boot Camp

Rock & Roll Boot Camp is the ultimate opportunity for 8-16 year-old musicians to spend a week forming bands and producing tracks at The Rhythm Studio’s incredible music facilities, then showcase their skills at one of London’s top music venues. Band sessions offer the chance to meet like-minded musicians, learn your favourite songs and play live at Pizza Express Live Jazz Club in the West End. Beat camp allows young producers to create a library of beats of different styles using Logic Pro X, from Trap to Hip Hop, via Boom Bap and EDM.

west london (barons court)

Summer Week 1: Monday 15th July - Friday 19th July 2024

Summer Week 2: Monday 22nd July - Friday 26th July 2024

Summer Week 3: Monday 29th July - Friday 2nd August 2024

Summer Week 4: Monday 5th August - Friday 9th August 2024

Summer Week 5: Monday 12th August - Friday 16th August 2024

Summer Week 6: Monday 19th August - Friday 23rd August 2024

West London Rock & Roll Boot Camp sessions take place at our West London studios - The Rhythm Studio, Gliddon Road, W14 9BL - followed by a gig at Pizza Express Live in the West End on day 5.

east london (whitechapel)

Summer Dates - COMING SOON!!

East London Rock & Roll Boot Camp sessions take place at ACC Whitechapel - 41 Commercial Rd, London E1 1LA - followed by a gig at The Water Rats (Kings Cross) on day 5.

COURSE TIMINGS

Boot campers can take part in both Band Camp and Beat Camp over the 5 days (full-day) or they can attend just Band Camp (half-day).

  • 8+ yrs Band Camp 10am - 12.30pm, Beat Camp 1.00pm - 3.30pm (Monday to Thursday)

  • 12+ yrs Beat Camp 10.30am - 12.30pm, Band Camp 1.00pm - 3.30pm (Monday to Thursday)

  • On Friday all Boot Campers travel directly to the venue for 11am soundcheck and the live show at 1pm.

course Fees

  • Band & Beat Camp (4 x full-days + day 5 gig): £450

  • Band Camp Only (4 x half-days + day 5 gig): £275

FAQ - Rock & Roll Boot Camp

How old do I need to be to join Rock & Roll Boot Camp? Boot Camp sessions are for 8- 16 year-olds.

Do I need to play an instrument? Yes, unless you are a singer or only joining a production course.

How much experience do I need? Boot campers need at least 1 year of tuition on their instrument before the course to ensure that they are ready to play in a band.

Who will I be in a band with? We put bands together according to age, experience and interests. If you want to be in a band with a friend, make sure you let us know when you sign up.

How many members and what instruments will be in my band? A typical boot camp band has 4 members, with drums, guitar, keys, bass and vocals. As every week is a unique combination of young musicians, we encourage boot campers to be flexible and be willing to try out a second instrument if necessary.

What songs will we play? Bands choose whether to learn classic covers or write original songs. If you choose to do covers, you will be able to suggest songs that you would like to learn.