PROGRAM

1st Jon Gomm Acoustic Guitar Boot Camp

July 23rd – 27th 2025

The premier residential acoustic guitar camp on the planet makes its UK debut! Just as the Austria venue is very Austrian, the UK one is very English, with an idyllic retreat being the gorgeous background for four days of total guitar submergence.


For the inaugural edition, we have a stellar line-up of instructors: Jon Gomm, Thomas Leeb, Clive Carroll, Stuart Ryan, and more.


This event is expected to sell out fast, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

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STUDENTS

35

STRINGS BROKEN

23

TUTORS

4

COMPARABLE ALTERNATIVES

0

TUTORS

Jon Gomm (UK)

Known worldwide for his extraordinary guitar playing, his emotive songwriting, and his personal openness, Jon has dreamed of hosting his own guitar camp for 25 years. He was named World’s Best Acoustic Guitarist in 2020 by Guitar World, and his song Passionflower was placed as the 6th greatest acoustic guitar song of all time by Total Guitar. He’s received high praise from guitar stars like Steve Lukather, Andy McKee, David Crosby and Joe Satriani.
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Thomas Leeb (AT/US)

Has played more than a thousand concerts since his first stage appearance at the age of fifteen, is a constant performer all over the world and is a faculty member at the CalArts school of music. Thomas’ album ‘Desert Pirate’ was voted one of the essential albums of the last 20 years by Acoustic Guitar Magazine and his playing has earned him accolades from all over the guitar scene but most notably from David Gilmour and Guthrie Govan.
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Clive Carroll

Clive Carroll is a distinguished British guitarist known for his exceptional fingerstyle technique and innovative compositions. Born in 1983, he has released multiple acclaimed albums and performed at renowned venues worldwide. Blending classical, folk, and blues influences, Carroll captivates audiences with his emotive playing. He is also a dedicated educator, sharing his passion for guitar through workshops and teaching.

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Stuart Ryan (UK)

Stuart Ryan is a uniquely versatile guitarist and composer, recognized for his dynamic fingerstyle technique and engaging performances. With a diverse musical background, he blends elements of folk, jazz, and classical music in his work. Ryan has released several albums and is a sought-after educator, offering workshops and instructional materials to inspire guitarists of all levels.

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Booking

CLICK HERE TO E-MAIL US FOR REGISTRATION/BOOKING

The workshop fee of GBP 500 includes tuition and all materials and is payable by bank transfer.
A (generally non-refundable) deposit of GBP 250 reserves your space at the workshop.

 

ROOM AND BOARD prices for duration of the camp are GBP 500 for a shared room and GBP 660 for a (limited availability) single.

Room and board fees are payable to the venue directly.


E-MAIL US at workshop@thomasleeb.com  for registration

FAQ

  • When, Where and How Much?

    The Acoustic Guitar Bootcamp runs from July 23rd to 27th 2025 at The Asha Centre, an idyllic retreat set in the beautiful Forest Of Dean, in Gloucestershire in the southwest of England. It's the perfect setting to learn and relax.  Accommodation and full catering will be provided.

  • Am I good enough to participate?

    We encourage a non-competitive, friendly atmosphere.  Guitar shredding snobbery is strongly discouraged and gets thrown into the lake! On one end of the spectrum you’ll have someone who’s never played in an open tuning and can barely pick while on the other end you’ll find a semi-professional on a very high level.

  • Can I bring someone else to the workshop who doesn't participate?

    This should be possible if space allows. Please let us know when making your initial booking inquiry.

  • But I'm really bad at playing the guitar!

    That is exactly why people go to workshops. Everybody comes at their level and leaves with improvements.

  • Travel: planes, trains and automobiles!

    By Car:  There is easy road access and free parking for cars at the Asha Centre. 


    By Train:  The closest station is Gloucester (check out the ‘can I get a ride’ section below)


    By Plane:  If flying into the UK, you can opt to rent a car and drive from the airport to the Bootcamp, or take a train to Gloucester Station, or it may be possible to arrange a ride with a fellow camper (there will be an online chat group available for registered Bootcampers). 


    The Asha Centre is about 1.5 hours drive from Bristol Airport (BRS), 1.5 hours from Birmingham Airport (BHX), 2.5 hours from London Heathrow (LHR).

  • When should I arrive/leave?

    July 23rd is is mostly an arrival day: people check in throughout the day, there’s dinner around 7:30 PM and an orientation meeting at 9 PM. On the last day, the 27th, most people are still a little slow from the previous nights’ festivities and tend start the journey home around noon. A few die-hards will continue working into the afternoon.

  • Can I get a ride to the Bootcamp?

    We will do our best to connect people who need to hitch a ride with people who can. In the Austria camp, this has worked wonderfully over the years.

  • What if I need to cancel?

    We will do our best to ‘sell’ your space to someone else but due to the international character of the event, it is often not possible to find a replacement on the spot. In general, the deposit is not refundable and the rest becomes non-refundable one month before launch.