How to Start Learning Ukulele Online
So you’ve picked out your ukulele (maybe even from our Beginner Ukulele Guide)… now what?
Whether you’re a total beginner or just looking for a more structured way to grow your skills, online ukulele lessons can be a game-changer.
Why the Ukulele Is One of the Easiest Instruments to Learn
Let’s start with some good news: the ukulele is incredibly beginner-friendly.
Only four strings (instead of six like the guitar)
Soft nylon strings are easier on your fingers
Compact and travel-ready
Chords can be learned with just one or two fingers
It’s one of the fastest ways to get that “I can actually play music” feeling—and that confidence boost makes learning way more fun.
What You’ll Learn in Your First Month of Online Lessons
In our online ukulele lessons, we keep things simple, practical, and personalized. Here’s what you’ll typically cover in your first 3-4 sessions:
✅ How to tune your ukulele
✅ Basic strumming patterns
✅ Your first few chords (C, G, F, Am)
✅ How to play a full song from start to finish
✅ Tips for switching chords smoothly
✅ How to practice effectively (without burning out)
All lessons are 1-on-1 and taught live over Zoom or Google Meet. We record the sessions so you can rewatch anytime.
Who Are Online Lessons For?
We teach students around the world of all ages, but these are some of our most common ukulele students:
🌎 Adults looking to start a new hobby
👨👩👧 Parents wanting a creative outlet for their kids
🎶 Musicians adding uke to their skillset
✈️ People who travel and want a portable instrument
You don’t need any musical background. We teach everything step by step and adapt to your pace.
Why Learn With Loop Music Academy?
Unlike YouTube tutorials or apps, our online ukulele lessons are…
Taught by real instructors with years of experience
Customized to your interests (whether you love folk, indie, pop, or worship music)
Designed to keep you motivated and progressing each week
Built around songs you actually want to play
We’ve worked with complete beginners, busy parents, kids ages 6+, and retirees starting from scratch. And we’ve seen firsthand how much fun this little instrument can bring to people’s lives.
Ready to Get Started?
We offer a $25 paid trial lesson for new online students. No long-term commitment - just a chance to try it out and see how it feels. We teach students worldwide. All levels welcome.
Fill out this quick form and we’ll email you with a couple of lesson time options based on your time zone.
Bonus: Ukulele Essentials Checklist
Before your first lesson, here’s what we recommend having on hand:
✅ A playable ukulele (see our top beginner picks here)
✅ A quiet space with a good Wi-Fi connection
✅ A chair or stool without arms
✅ A laptop or phone for video lessons
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever said “I’ve always wanted to learn an instrument,” there’s no better entry point than the ukulele. It’s low-pressure, joyful, and surprisingly rewarding - even if you only practice a few minutes a day.
We’d love to be part of your music journey.