Question: Do I need to own or buy a guitar ?

Answer: If you don't have an acoustic guitar we will provide one. If you own an acoustic guitar thats great. You can use your own guitar. No electric guitars in our beginner class.

Question: I would like to organize a class. Do I have to know how to play guitar to organize a guitar class in my community?

Answer: No. If you have the ability to organize and delegate you can do it. GNG will supply guitars and lesson books and tell you how to find teachers and classrooms.

Question: Can I work alone?

Answer: No our program requires a team of three people. We provide goals and guidelines.

Question: Is it hard to start a chapter?

Answer: We make it easy for you. All you need is three people,(including you).

Question: How many children in a class.

Answer: Around 10 students - It may vary from 8 to 12.

Question: Can I teach alone.

Answer: No. Three teachers are recommended. There must be a minimum of two to hold a class. If there is only one teacher available the class is to be cancelled for that day. This is for insurance purposes,the teachers protection and protects GNG legally.

Question: Where can I find classrooms for my students?

Answer: Community Centers, Boy's and Girls Clubs and Resource Centers.

Question: Can I have classes in my church.

Answer: State law forbids foster kids from having to go to a church not of their faith. So we try to accomodate all children by being in a neutral location.

Question: Does this mean a church can not offer a classroom?

Answer: If the parents, teachers and students all agree that it'sOK then lessons can be taught in a classroom provided by a church.

Question: How young can a student be? How old can a student be?

Answer: Eight to Eighteen.

Questions: Do all volunteer teachers have to pass a background check?

Answer: Yes. Teachers must pass a background check. This is a legal and insurance issue.

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