We love to hear about your experience at Rock School UK! Please find below some of the excellent feedback we have had from both parents, local signed artists and the National Media on the courses we provide.
Click on the video to hear what some of the parents had to say about Rock School UK.
“They’re Rock Stars….after five days” – Yorkshire Evening post
“School holidays get pretty tiresome?… the best thing to do then is learn how to become a Rock Star at The Rock and Roll Circus”– The Leeds Guide
“There are so many great musicians in Leeds it’s great to see them starting young! it was great to be involved with this project!” – Matt Bowman The Pigeon Detectives
“They’ve strutted their stuff at a famous Leeds venue – now the rock schoolers are ready to rock the city!!!” – Yorkshire Evening Post
“If your child is determined to be the next big thing in rock, the Leeds’s own Rock School could be their first step to stardom” – Leeds Weekly News
“Isaac delivered an incredible Samba Drumming workshop for my team in March 2023. This was chosen as our away day activity, and it was a fantastic experience for all involved. Despite some of our team feeling apprehension, or nerves, before starting, these quickly melted away into laughter. Isaac took us through some simple call and response rhythms, building our confidence up into delivering more complex group rhythms. Everyone was able to join in, regardless of previous experience, and everyone came away feeling fulfilled knowing they had learned a new skill. We had a fantastic time, laughing all the way through and creating inside jokes from our session that we are still laughing about today. I believe it really brought our team together, by pushing us into our comfort zone whilst in a safe and supportive environment. I couldn’t recommend Isaac and the Rock School UK team any more! Members of our team are STILL asking to come back! From the first email, the customer service was five stars. The booking process was simple, and they were willing to accommodate our needs. If you’re looking for an energetic, fun and unique experience for your team, friends or family – this is the place to go!”
Katie Cain – National Institute For Health and Care Reserch
“Our Rock School UK team building day and subsequent gig at the Wardrobe with Rock School UK was amazing! Isaac and all the talented Rock School tutors were patient, encouraging and inspiring throughout the rehearsal day and professional and supportive at the gig. We started off rehearsal day with some samba drumming which really broke the ice and got us in the mood. We then formed bands and chose some tracks to play at our gig later in the week. What is truly amazing is how Isaac’s team can take all ages and all abilities, even those with no musical ability whatsoever, and transform them into a credible rock band in 24 hours. We had some members of the team who were very nervous and cynical before the day started but by the end of the gig they were on a real high! Corporate team building events can often be so dry and uninventive but this event was fantastic – really unusual and creative! The event exceeded our expectations. We are all still talking about it several weeks on and we are planning when we can do it again!”
Jo-Anne Pugh – BPP Law School Leeds’
“Rock School UK provides a unique experience, which is fun, encourages team work and for us ended up with a charity CD. The tutors are patient, they make the whole thing interactive and the sessions work well for newly formed teams or those who’ve been colleagues for years. Everyone is included; it gives you something tangible to show for your efforts and having used Isaac and the team two years running I couldn’t recommend them highly enough.”
Gareth Pickles – Prudential
“The Samba Drumming was absolutely fantastic. Both children and staff loved every minute of it and learned so much from it. Isaac was excellent, obviously very knowledgeable and extremely skilled; he built a great rapport with both the kids and staff straight away and had them fully engage from beginning to end. Thanks very much and please pass our thanks on to Isaac.”
Joanne Cooper, Deputy Head, Sherburn Hill Primary School.
“We hosted Rock School UK for a full week and it involved all of our 53 Year 6 children. The week certainly developed the children’s musical and creative abilities, increased their confidence (you could see this grow as the week went on) and challenged children to take a risk. The Rock School UK staff were exceptional. I have rarely seen the children so fired up about an outside project. The end of year Y6 school production in July was significantly better than usual in terms of singing, music and confidence and we put that down to the lasting effects of our Rock School UK week. The staff and parents thought the week was incredibly worthwhile and are keen that we work with them again next year. Many parents commented on the children’s enthusiasm at home and their amazement at the confidence they showed during the end of week gig. Thank you!”
Jillian Sabourn, Headteacher, Ninelands Primary School Leeds
“Our Brazilian Samba Drumming day was just the BEST!!! I had a feeling that it would be good! The pupil sessions were great – the enthusiasm of the tutor just encouraged all children to get involved. The staff session was OUTSTANDING – such good fun – we didn’t want to stop. So —-I want to look at another date in the summer term – to involve out gifted and talented musicians and a performance to our parents and community at the end of the day. You should feel very proud of the activities you take into schools. Thank you! I look forward to working with you again.”
Jane Nunez, Bentinck Primary School, Nottinghamshire
“Isaac was great to work with in the lead up to the session and during it he made everyone feel at ease to get involved. The Samba drumming workshop was a great team activity. It wasnt forced and was really inclusive. They had fun! It was brilliant value for money as there was an amazing selection of drums. It aligned with the theme of the team day around working together, the team learned to drum in rhythm with one another. We got to know who in the team has no rhythm at all! The team were chanting fish and chips for the rest of the week!”
Ruth Wallbank, Leadership Capability Manager, NIHR CRNCC, University of Leeds
“Thank you Rock School for an amazing team building day! This was a surprise for us and we all were so shocked we were going to be expected to learn and play an instrument when the majority have no experience at all.
The fact we all managed to learn to play and perform 3 songs in just a few hours is a testament to your teams teaching ability.
You all had so much patience with us and made the whole experience so much fun. By the end of the day we all had ignited an interest to learn more and some of our team dug out their old instruments, some even looked into buying a guitar and learning to play as a newly found hobby.
As for a team building exercise, it was fantastic to learn so much more about each other and have fun whilst learning a new skill.
Thanks again we highly recommend this for any business.”
Rachel Isobel Bryan, CEO at Care Improvement Associates
“I was so nervous booking Adult Rock School, as had only been learning Bass one year. Isaac reassured me all levels catered for. Need not have worried. From arriving to final performance the tutors, other band members and audience are 100% committed to helping you perform and enjoy it. Fantastic gig at end of fun weekend. I will be back again. If you have any doubts don’t, just go for it!”
Kathryn Houghton, Adult Rock School UK Participant
“This has to be the best experience ever for any kid who loves music! My 2nd son has just done his first Rock School week and it was brilliant! We always knew it was amazing but now I can also see how much it did to inspire and influence my oldest son who is well on his way to an awesome musical career! Can’t recommend it enough, thank you Rock School UK!!!!!”
Lousie Roberts, Rock School UK Parent
“Rock School UK is THE BEST experience!!!! Our 9 year old son has embraced & loved every minute of his summer week. So much so, he’s just been back with his friends for October Half Term & was awarded Rocker of The Week!!! Isaac & his team of music tutors are terrific! It’s incredible how much the children achieve in a week! Learning to play different instruments, vocals, song writing, doing covers, recording & playing live @ the fabulous Wardrobe in Leeds. We can highly recommend it! We will definitely be back again. Thank you so much Isaac & team…. My son has learned the value of practising.”
Louisa Allen, Rock School UK Parent
“My son has been going to Rock School for over 2 years. I am not exaggerating when I say it has been a life altering experience for him. As a budding musician, finding a group to fit into that is this passionate, caring, and knowledgeable has been amazing. Isaac has put together a program and team that is admirable and vital. I have seen my son make some incredible relationship and grow in confidence, and all through the love of music by the kids and the staff. I simply can’t say enough about these folks. The Wardrobe on gig day is truly my favourite place in the world.”
Brett Folkerth, Rock School UK Parent
“My son has been attending Rock School UK for the last 4 years and played his last gig yesterday as he will be too old to participate soon
Isaac and the team are just amazing… they create confidence, inspire, encourage and motivate in a way that is priceless.
Rock School UK has been the making of my son, who is now pursuing a music career, and I can’t thank you enough Isaac.”
Tanja Schmeer, Rock School UK Parent
“Best holiday camp EVER! My daughter has had the time of her life. Just an unbelievable experience!!! Well done Isaac and team. You are making a huge difference in these kids’ lives. Rock on!”
Louise Green, Rock School UK Parent
“I travelled a long way to attend Rock School UK, and it was fantastic! I score things ‘out of 10’, and scored the week 10 out of 10 (but I’m tempted to go up to 11!)!
My band mates were really friendly and everyone was really talented. We all played really well together straight away. The teachers were also very great!
The finale gig on Saturday was super-cool; a proper professional gig! I’ll definitely be coming again, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who would like to play in a band with like-minded people.”
Sam Griffiths , Rock School UK Participant
“An amazing summer school week! My daughter and niece had THE best week. All the bands were amazing and that’s thanks to the hard work of Isaac and team. The love for kids and music shines through. We signed up immediately for the half term week and cannot wait. Well done rock school!”
Tina Ranft, Rock School UK Parent
“Our son attended his first Rock School UK summer week this summer and had an absolutely amazing time. The tutors are fantastic and the kids covered loads ground in the week and got loads out of it. The finale performance was exceptional. What a place! We will definitely be back for more.”
Stephen Stewart – Rock School UK Parent
“Our son attended Rock School UK summer school last week and had an amazing time. He has gone from a boy who wouldn’t even let us watch him practise to performing in the fantastic finale gig! We can’t believe how much his confidence has improved and how much he enjoyed the whole experience. The tutors are fantastic and Isaac went out of his way to help, he let us visit before signing up, which helped ease our sons anxieties. In fact our son loved it so much we had signed him up for October rock school by Wednesday! A fantastic experience for us all, can’t recommend it enough!”
Samantha Smith – Rock School UK Parent
“Only the best experience EVER!!!
Adult Rock School let me live the dream.
Give it a go!!
YOU ROCK!!!!”Greig K Courtney, Adult Rock School UK Participant