From couch to stage with Bandclass®
at Germany's first band-based music school
BOOK BANDCLASS TRIALPREFER PRIVATE LESSONS?
We don't just teach notes — our Bandclass® concept builds confidence and stage presence nobody can take away
and equipment
in our all-in-one app
for Kids
🎶 Instrument: guitar, drums, vocals
🗣️ Language: English & German
🙋 Levels: All levels, 7-17 years
From day one your kid joins a real band — guided by rockstar mentors who actually tour and perform. Weekly 45-minute sessions alternate between instrument lessons and band jams, building technique, teamwork and confidence nobody can take away. Based on age and experience, every student forms their own band, picks their songs and performs at regular live shows.
Trial: 20€ (credited toward first month)
3 months: 199€ / 4 weeks (save 20€ per month!)
Monthly: 219€ / 4 weeks
✅ Play only the songs you like
✅ Rockstar mentors & professional space
✅ All-in-one community app
✅ Trial credited to first month
✅ Pause anytime
✅ Money-back guarantee
Early Musical Education
🎶 Instrument: Instrument exploration
🗣️ Language: English & German
🙋 Levels: No experience, 4-6 years
Little ones discover real instruments from their very first note — guided by rockstar mentors in a playful, supportive environment. Weekly 45-minute sessions use the magic of pop and rock music to develop rhythm, fine motor skills and confidence that nobody can take away. In small groups of 4 to 9, children discover music together and build the foundation for a lifelong love of playing.
Trial: 10€ (credited toward first month)
3 months: 89€ / 4 weeks (save 10€ per month!)
Monthly: 99€ / 4 weeks
✅ Pop and Rock-infused musical play
✅ Rockstar mentors & professional space
✅ All-in-one community app
✅ Trial credited to first month
✅ Pause anytime
✅ Money-back guarantee
Our mentor partners are touring musicians and relatable role models, teaching in English and German
Alex is a professional drummer and producer, certified in Music Production by the Catalyst Institute. His career is split between the studio, where he works with songwriters and filmmakers, and the stage as the drummer for 'Auger', performing on tours and at festivals across Europe.
With a broad musical background, Alex focuses on teaching students how to sound great within the context of a band. For him, learning to feel the music and express yourself spontaneously takes priority over virtuosic shredding. Having taught a diverse range of students from a young age, he is dedicated to sharing the pure joy of playing music.
A professional guitarist with a career rooted in session recording, international touring, and education, Joona holds a bachelor degree in Popular Music Performance from BIMM University and a diploma in Songwriting from Rytmi Instituutti, Finland.
With over half a decade of experience teaching across various institutions, he is dedicated to ensuring a motivating and fun learning experience for every student. This Finnish guitarist remains an active force in the industry, gigging across Germany and internationally as a session musician and with his band, 'Oktobernatt'.
Originally from Finland, Elise is a powerful multi-instrumentalist and vocalist with a versatile background in diverse vocal techniques. She is formally trained in Music Production at the Catalyst Institute for Creative Arts and Technology.
Elise creates an encouraging, safe environment while pushing students to discover their unique voice and stage presence. A prolific songwriter, her debut single 'Cybernation' follows performances at Helsinki’s iconic Flow Festival supporting MALLA. Her teaching and artistry are influenced by the bold styles of Madonna, Sinead O’Connor, and Jim Morrison.
Originally from Namibia, Mark is a versatile guitarist and composer whose expertise spans fusion, jazz, funk, rock, and metal. He holds a BA in Popular Music Performance from BIMM University and combines technical precision with deep, groove-driven expression.
With over half a decade of teaching experience, Mark brings a patient and thoughtful approach to the classroom, dedicated to helping students master their instrument with both confidence and creativity. Mark is the founder of the bands 'Yachts and Stuff' and 'Tioga', the latter performed at Prog Night '26 and released its debut single 'Select Difficulty'.
We are seeking collaborations with freelance mentors (guitar, drums, vocals)
BOOK BANDCLASS TRIALPREFER PRIVATE LESSONS?The Rock Academy Story
Everyone can be a musician! This belief inspired our founder, Nikolas Vogt, a musician with over 20 years of experience, to create Rock Academy.
After seven years at Google in Europe and California, he decided to share his love of music by founding Rock Academy. Rock Academy was born to ignite a passion for music. We create a fun, supportive environment where kids build confidence by learning from rockstar mentors and experiencing what it’s like to play in a band.
For more, check out the trailer video and founder interview below, or scroll down to read reviews of our parents and students.
Our founder, Nikolas, explains the Bandclass® learning method in his own words:
Frequently Asked Questions
Download our brochure below to get a glimpse of the Rock Academy method, mentor partners, parents, and the location.
Yes. To ensure inclusivity, all our programs are bilingual. Our mentor partners are predominantly fluent in English but possess at least an intermediate plus proficiency in German.
Absolutely. All of our mentor partners are trained professionals with extensive teaching and live experience. We ensure that they are great with kids and serve as positive role models. Additionally, we prioritize providing a safe and supportive environment for our students.
Our class subscription renews every four weeks and includes four 45-minute sessions comprising of instrument lessons, band jams, and live shows. It can be canceled anytime before the renewal date. Once a subscription is canceled the student can participate in the remaining class sessions of the subscription period and the subscription will end the day before the next renewal date.
For instance, if a subscription begins on April 22nd, it will renew in four weeks, on May 20th. The subsequent renewal date after that will be June 17th. If the student cancels, for example, on May 22nd there will be three class sessions remaining in their last subscription period and the subscription will end on June 16th.
Unless otherwise stated, promotion codes for subscriptions are only applicable for the first month. Terms and conditions apply.
To accommodate parents' need for flexibility during holidays, every subscription can be optionally "paused" for four weeks within a twelve months subscription period. You will receive two "pause weeks" every six months, bundled in a two week block. The paused weeks will be added to the end of the next active subscription period, extending your subscription by two weeks for free and eliminating the need for cancelation and re-enrollment. Unused pause weeks cannot be carried over. Subscribers must notify Rock Academy at least two weeks in advance via the community app.
If not announced differently, Rock Academy offers classes throughout the public school holidays (except the summer and Christmas holidays) and public holidays. If there are not enough students available to accommodate band jams, we aim to provide instrument lessons instead. This will be decided based on the actual availability of students during the respective holidays.
What happens if a student misses a class session? Please check the answer below "What happens if a student misses a class session?".
In the unlikely event that Rock Academy needs to cancel a class session we will work with the program students and their parents to find a new date that fits their schedule. Terms and conditions apply.
In general, it's essential for the students growth as a musician, as well as for the collective progress of the band, that everyone engages consistently in our lessons.
For cancellations made with at least 24 hours notice, a makeup session may be possible at the discretion of your mentor, subject to their availability. If eligible, makeup sessions must be arranged directly with your mentor within 4 weeks of the cancellation and can only take place while your subscription is active. Please note that makeup sessions are not available for the Mini Rockers / Musikalische Früherziehung program.
Furthermore, our students have access to online materials and videos on our community platform, allowing them to stay up to date with their studies and catch up on missed lessons from anywhere and any device.
What about longer holidays? Please check the answer above "Can I pause the subscription? What happens during public holidays?".
In the unlikely event that Rock Academy needs to cancel a class session we will work with the program students and their parents to find a new date that fits their schedule. Terms and conditions apply.
No, our mentors are professional musicians working as independent partners. This ensures you learn from real rockstars who bring their current stage experience directly to the classroom.