Build your guitar in Greece
A Private 10-Day All-Inclusive Guitar Building Experience
Imagine traveling to Athens, immersing yourself in the world of lutherie, and working side by side with professional luthier. Over ten days, you will build your own guitar in a private one-on-one experience and return home with a unique instrument and memories that will last a lifetime.
A complete experience in Athens
Designed for guitar enthusiasts, musicians, hobbyists, and anyone passionate about craftsmanship, this unique experience offers much more than a traditional course. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced craftsman, the program is tailored to provide a rewarding and unforgettable journey into the art of guitar making.
Beyond the workshop, students have the opportunity to experience the rich history, vibrant culture, and renowned hospitality of Athens. With accommodation, daily meals, airport transfers, and time to explore the city's landmarks and attractions included, participants can fully immerse themselves in both the art of lutherie and the beauty of Greece, creating memories—and an instrument—that will last a lifetime.
What is Included
Materials
Everything needed to complete a professional-quality guitar is included in the package: carefully selected premium tone woods, featuring a solid European spruce or cedar top, Indian rosewood back and sides, a Spanish cedar neck, ebony fingerboard, and rosewood bridge. The package also includes a bone nut and saddle, quality tuners, strings, and a protective case, so your instrument is fully finished and ready to play.
Tools and Equipment
All tools, machinery, and workshop equipment required for the course are provided. Students have full access to a professionally equipped luthier’s workshop, including specialized hand tools, measuring instruments, bending equipment, and finishing tools. Everything needed for the construction process is included, allowing participants to focus entirely on learning and building their instrument.
Exclusive One-on-One Instruction
To ensure the highest level of attention and guidance, only one participant is accepted at a time. This exclusive approach creates a truly personalized experience, allowing every stage of the instrument's construction to be tailored to the student's pace, interests, and goals.
Photos and Videos
Photos and videos taken throughout the construction process are included as part of the experience. Every stage of your guitar-making journey will be documented, providing you with a valuable visual archive that you can keep as a memory and use as a reference for future builds. By the end of the course, you will have a complete collection of images and videos capturing the creation of your instrument from start to finish.
Certificate of Participation
At the end of the course, each participant receives a Certificate of Participation from the Athens Guitar Making School. The certificate recognizes the successful completion of the program and serves as a lasting reminder of the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience gained throughout the guitar-making journey. It is a meaningful keepsake celebrating the creation of a unique handcrafted instrument.
Guitar Goes Home With You
At the end of the course, you will take home the guitar you built with your own hands. From selecting the materials to the final setup, every step of the instrument’s creation is part of your journey. More than just a souvenir, your handcrafted guitar becomes a lasting reminder of your experience and a unique instrument that will accompany you for years to come.
Airport Transfer
For the convenience of our international students, airport transfer is provided as part of the package. We will arrange your pickup upon arrival and ensure a smooth and comfortable journey to the workshop, allowing you to start your guitar-making experience stress-free from the moment you land in Athens.
Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation is provided, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay throughout the course. Students stay in carefully selected lodging with easy access to the workshop and the city of Athens.
Food & Hospitality
As part of the package, daily lunch and dinner are provided throughout the course. Students can enjoy freshly prepared meals each day, allowing them to focus entirely on building their instrument while experiencing the warmth and flavors of Greek hospitality.
Led by professional luthier and teacher Giannis Seintoulas, the course is built upon years of experience in guitar making, restoration, and education. Having guided students from around the world, he combines traditional craftsmanship with a practical, hands-on teaching approach, offering participants the unique opportunity to build a high-quality instrument while learning the art of lutherie in an inspiring and professional environment.