Music · Intermediate
Play fast passages with your fingers, cleanly and without tension
A step-by-step video course on speed technique for the right and left hand, built around short exercises you can fit into everyday practice.
- Self-paced video lessons
- 6 modules, 24 lessons
- Practice exercises for every stage
- Lifetime access
- 14-day refund policy
Why your fingers stop where the tempo goes up
Most guitarists reach a point where they know the notes, the chords and the pieces, yet anything fast falls apart. The hands tense up, the notes become uneven, and the more you push, the worse it sounds. It feels like a talent problem, but it is almost always a technique problem.
Speed on the guitar is not about moving your fingers as fast as you can. It comes from efficient motion: the right finger in the right place, a relaxed hand, a clear sense of timing and practice that is organised rather than repetitive. Without that structure, hours of playing can simply reinforce the same mistakes.
This course is built around that idea. It takes the technique of playing fast with the fingers and breaks it into small, understandable parts: how each hand moves, how the two hands coordinate, and how to practise so that progress is steady and measurable.
You do not need to be an advanced player to start. You do need to be comfortable with the basics of the instrument and willing to practise slowly before you practise fast.
What you will be able to do
- Move your fingers with less tension
Learn to recognise where you hold unnecessary strain and how to release it.
- Play even, clear notes at higher tempos
Work on evenness first, then gradually raise the speed.
- Use efficient right-hand motion
Understand how finger movement and hand position affect speed and tone.
- Coordinate both hands precisely
Line up the fretting hand and the picking hand so passages stay in time.
- Build a practice routine that works
Set up short daily sessions with clear goals and simple ways to check progress.
- Use a metronome to raise your tempo safely
Increase speed in small steps without losing accuracy.
- Apply technique to real musical material
Take exercises into passages and short pieces so the skill is not only theoretical.
- Spot and fix the common causes of uneven playing
Diagnose your own problems and choose the right exercise to solve them.
- 6
- modules
- 24
- video lessons
- 2
- hands trained separately and together
- Lifetime
- access to the material
Slow, accurate, then fast
The method behind the course is simple to state and demanding to follow: accuracy first, speed second. Each exercise is introduced at a tempo where you can play it correctly, with attention on how the movement feels, not only how it sounds.
Only when the movement is comfortable do you raise the tempo, and then only in small steps. This keeps tension from creeping in and makes it clear when you are ready to move on.
- Learn each movement slowly and in isolation
- Add the second hand once the first is secure
- Raise the tempo in small, measurable steps
- Return to slower playing whenever tension appears
How the course works
The course is made up of recorded video lessons that you can watch and practise with whenever it suits you. There are no fixed start dates and no deadlines, so you can move through the modules at the pace your schedule and your hands allow.
Each module focuses on one part of the technique. A lesson typically shows the idea, demonstrates the exercise, and explains what to listen and feel for. You then take the exercise to your own guitar, pause and rewind as often as you like, and return to the lesson when something is unclear.
Because the skill is physical, we recommend short, regular practice rather than occasional long sessions. Many learners find that two or three focused sessions a week are enough to feel a difference, but the right amount depends on your starting point and your goals.
The programme
Six modules take you from relaxed basic motion to fast, coordinated playing in real musical contexts.
1Module 1 — Foundations of fast playingPosture, hand position and the principles behind speed.4 lessons
- What actually limits your speed
- Sitting, holding the guitar and setting up your hands
- Finding and releasing tension
- How to practise: tempo, repetition and rest
2Module 2 — The picking handEfficient finger movement for clear, even tone.4 lessons
- Finger motion and the path of the string
- Alternating fingers evenly
- Building control with simple repeating patterns
- Keeping tone consistent as the tempo rises
3Module 3 — The fretting handAccurate, economical movement along the neck.4 lessons
- Finger placement and economy of motion
- Independence of the fingers
- Position shifts without losing the beat
- Exercises for stretch and accuracy
4Module 4 — Coordinating both handsBringing the two hands together in time.4 lessons
- Why hands drift out of sync
- Slow coordination drills
- Combining patterns across several strings
- Using a metronome to lock in the timing
5Module 5 — Building speed step by stepA safe method for raising the tempo.4 lessons
- Setting a baseline tempo
- Raising speed in small increments
- Working with bursts and short repetitions
- Recovering from plateaus
6Module 6 — Speed in real musicApplying the technique to passages and pieces.4 lessons
- Choosing material that fits your level
- Turning exercises into musical phrases
- Playing fast passages cleanly from start to finish
- Your ongoing practice plan
What you get
- Self-paced video lessons
Watch, pause and replay on any device.
- Exercises for every module
Clear tasks to take to your own guitar.
- A structured path
Six modules that build on each other in a sensible order.
- Practice guidance
Advice on tempo, repetition and rest inside the lessons.
- Lifetime access
Return to any lesson whenever you want to review.
- 14-day refund policy
Try the course and ask for a refund within 14 days if it is not right for you.
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if…
- Guitarists who know the basics and want faster, cleaner finger playing
- Players who feel their hands tense up at higher tempos
- Self-taught guitarists who want a structured way to build technique
- Anyone who prefers learning from video at their own pace
Probably not a fit if…
- Complete beginners who have never held a guitar
- Anyone looking for personal feedback on their playing
- Players who want a quick fix without regular practice
- Those looking for a course on music theory or songwriting
After the course
By the end of the programme you will have a clear picture of how fast finger playing works and, more importantly, how it feels in your own hands. You will know which exercises help you, how to set a sensible tempo and how to tell when you are ready to go faster.
Passages that once fell apart should sound more even and more controlled, and you should be able to play them with less effort. You will also have a practice routine you can keep using long after you finish the last lesson.
Progress on the guitar always depends on how much you practise, and the results will vary from person to person. What the course gives you is a reliable method and a clear direction for your practice time.
Questions before you buy
How much time do I need each week?
There is no fixed schedule. Short, regular sessions of 20 to 30 minutes, a few times a week, work well for most people, and you can go faster or slower as you like.
Do I need any previous experience?
Yes, a little. You should already be comfortable with the basics of the guitar, such as holding the instrument, playing simple pieces and reading chords or tablature. You do not need to be an advanced player.
How does access work after payment?
Once your payment is confirmed you can open the course straight away from your account and start with the first module.
What format are the lessons in?
The lessons are recorded video, accompanied by practice exercises. You can watch them on a computer, tablet or phone.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes. If the course is not right for you, you can ask for a refund within 14 days of purchase.
Will the material stay available?
Yes. The lessons remain available in your account, so you can return to them whenever you want to review a topic.
Do I need a special guitar?
No. Any well-set-up guitar that you are comfortable playing will do. A metronome, or a metronome app, is useful for the tempo exercises.
Is the course live or recorded?
It is recorded, so you decide when to study. There are no set class times to attend.
Start building speed this week
Begin with the first module and feel the difference that relaxed, accurate practice makes.