2026-06-07T16:05:03.352Z

Dakota is a amazing guy and makes my day every single time I visit.

2026-05-03T13:04:58.125Z

I purchased a guitar at age 49, bought books, CDs, and subscribed to an online teacher. At age 63 I was still very much a beginner. Couldn't play through a song from start to finish. Every song sounded the same. Quite frankly, this guitar thing was fruitless and pathetic UNTIL I met Dakota! His techniques are brilliant and effective. His Performance Showcase program is bar-none the most unique opportunity to grow exponentially! Dakota skillfully leads you to push through doubt, fear, frustration, and hopelessness in your guitar journey. In one and a half years I am beyond THRILLED where I am as a guitar player! If learning to play guitar is a dream of yours, Dakota will get you there.

2026-02-01T17:12:39.205Z

Dakota is an excellent teacher. The techniques he uses while teaching really help what I am learning to stick and carry over into my guitar playing. He creates a fun and confidence orientated atmosphere for me. My guitar playing skills have increased more in the 8 months that I have been learning from Dakota than they have in the last 6 years trying to self learn through YouTube and like platforms. I have been playing guitar for 42 years and in the last 8 months have really excelled and enjoyed it profusely. I would recommend Wisconsin Rock Guitar Academy to anyone looking to further their knowledge of guitar theory, playing, and just having fun.

2026-01-29T00:46:31.349Z

I’ve been playing guitar on and off for 40 years, and I have had several teachers through the years. None of them were able to take me to the level of playing I have reached with Dakota’s help. His depth of knowledge, patience, and ability to meet me exactly where I am as a player is exceptional. Instead of rehashing basics, Dakota has helped me refine technique, break old habits, and discover new musical approaches that reignited my excitement for playing. It’s rare to find a teacher who can challenge and inspire a long-time musician while still making lessons enjoyable and encouraging. Highly recommended for beginners and seasoned players alike.

2026-01-27T16:36:10.469Z

I was a self taught guitar player for the first 6 years, but I found a plateau I couldn’t overcome. I began lessons over a year ago and my progress was more than I could’ve imagined. Taking lessons with Dakota allowed me to play along to my favorite songs and solos!

2026-01-26T21:19:44.176Z

Dakota promises band performances and then kicks you out last minute telling you not to show up. He doesn’t give you the money back that you paid to perform with the band just expects you to be okay with it. Dakota takes advantage of older people for their disabilities and treats them unfairly.

2026-01-13T22:20:16.065Z

Dakota is an amazing guitar teacher. He is patient, encouraging, and positive when working with my son during class. I am very impressed by how much my son's guitar skills have grown and how eager he is to go to leasons, thanks to Dakota's incredible teaching. Highly recommend him!

2025-05-18T15:23:11.601Z

I’ve been a student here for about 4 months now and my guitar skills have improved drastically. Lessons are fun, the people are great, and Dakota will mold his teaching to help you grow and enjoying playing! Highly recommend!!

2024-04-16T13:12:44.428Z

My daughter started here a month ago, and she loves it! Dakota's classes are welcoming to all levels, and the students are all fantastic. My daughter is usually a very introverted person, and reluctant to try new things, but she jumped right in here and is already learning really good guitar skills. Dakota has students chasing their goals from day one, and my daughter has been playing songs since her first week of classes, not just notes, but recognizable songs. Absolutely great place for enthusiastic music learning!

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2024-01-09T17:19:20.961Z

I'm really pleased with my lessons and Dakota so far! He is very patient and organized and takes time to make sure I understand something before moving on to something else.

2023-08-23T20:31:51.373Z

Only took one lesson to learn more then anything I’ve done in the past, currently almost a month in and doing very well.

2023-08-10T00:15:51.237Z

Dakota is excellent at what he does. His teaching technique is unique. You learn a variety of skills as a beginner, of which I am. He makes learning fun, yet challenging. You don't feel inferior to those who have been playing for years, as there is a variety of students at different levels in the different courses offered, and Dakota treats everyone as equals. It is well worth the investment of your time and money if you want to learn how to play the guitar correctly and quickly.

2023-04-18T03:01:34.844Z

Helpful and fun lessons.

2023-04-07T22:13:59.812Z

Great teacher and awesome teaching program.

2023-04-03T13:25:12.804Z

Dakota provides a wide variety of lesson for Guitar, from beginner to advanced. My experience as a beginner has been a good one, with Dakota helping me to quickly advance my skills.

2023-02-23T17:18:33.571Z

Dakota is an excellent guitar teacher and I highly recommend him. He also teaches in unique ways providing top notch instruction, especially in comparison to other teachers in the area.

2023-02-15T01:47:26.700Z

Dakota does a great job of teaching, motivating and making the lesson fun! My son looks forward to going every time and has made good progress in his playing and confidence.

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