Hands-on Guitar Setup, Repair & Build Classes
Ready to take your guitar skills beyond playing? At Reflection Guitars, we’re now offering hands-on guitar setup & repair classes in Bonita Springs designed for players, hobbyists, and aspiring luthiers who want to understand their instrument inside and out.
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Whether you’re looking to save money on regular maintenance, learn how to dial in your perfect setup, or dive into the craft of fretwork and electronics, these classes will give you the knowledge and confidence to work on your own instruments.
A hands-on introduction to understanding and caring for your guitar. We walk through every part of the guitar and what it does, how tuning stability works, and the basics of cleaning and daily care. You’ll learn how to identify action issues, buzzing, and when you actually need a setup - plus the big “what NOT to do” beginner mistakes that can damage instruments. We also cover string gauges, choosing the right strings, and a demo of proper restringing so you know what to expect.
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Perfect for new players and parent–child pairs who want confidence with the fundamentals.​
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​Adult supervision required for minors.
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This offering is for players who want to be part of the process: installing new parts, learning how a specific component works, or tackling a custom idea with expert guidance. Bring your project and we’ll walk through it together step-by-step in the shop.
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Project examples include: electronics upgrades/mods, partscaster assembly builds, bridge/tuner upgrades, pickup swaps & more.
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This time is tailored to your personal project and is not a standard class offering with planned curriculum. Depending on the project, we may do a quick consultation in advance to confirm scope, parts, and make sure the mod is a good fit for a guided session.​
Level, crown, and polish frets under expert guidance. Includes fret-end dressing for comfort and a deep dive into evaluating fret wear. Ideal for guitarists serious about long-term instrument care.
A fully hands-on workshop where you learn how to adjust your guitar for optimal playability from end to end. We’ll walk through the entire setup process together: adjusting neck relief, setting action, dialing in intonation, and understanding how each adjustment affects feel and tone. You’ll also learn proper string changes, safe cleaning routines, and how to evaluate your guitar’s playability with accuracy and confidence.
Throughout the class, you’ll use real tools and measuring techniques used by professional luthiers. You’ll set up your own guitar step-by-step with guidance, so you leave not just knowing the theory but having done the work yourself so you can confidently perform your own setups at home.
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Tremolo: +$50/30 mins
Floyd Rose Tremolo: +$100/1 hour
Learn the fundamentals of how your guitar’s electronics actually work. This class covers the basics in a hands-on way, perfect for players who want to stop guessing and start understanding. You will learn how pickups, volume and tone controls, capacitors, and output jacks function, how to safely use a soldering iron, and how to fix common issues like scratchy pots, loose jacks, and noisy circuits.
Walk out knowing how to diagnose simple problems and make your guitar sound and feel better.​​
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Shape, slot, and polish a custom bone nut from start to finish. Covers nut height, slotting technique, and final finishing. Each student leaves with a pro-level custom nut for their own guitar.
Who These Classes are For
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Guitarists who want to understand & maintain their own instruments
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Hobbyists curious about guitar repair and customization
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Anyone considering a deeper dive into luthiery​​
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No prior experience required — just bring your guitar and a willingness to learn.
Format & Details
We currently offer one-on-one sessions for personalized instruction, giving each student the chance to learn directly with tools and guitars in front of them. While group classes are planned for the future, our shop can only accommodate one student at a time right now. Lessons are beginner-friendly with clear, practical guidance, yet detailed enough to engage advanced hobbyists who want to deepen their skills.
Sign up using the form below, and we’ll reach out to discuss availability and schedule your class. Together, we’ll pick the day(s) that work best for you.