A Dojo Members-Only
Guitar Camp
Lucca, Italy
In-Person · 50 Students Only · An Intimate Experience
An Intimate Gathering of Dojo Students
From Around the World
We are very excited to announce our very first Dojo Member-only camp. It's time to finally meet each other in person — to explore the guitar, jam together, share stories and food, all under the beautiful Tuscan sky.
The camp will be held at the Instituto Musicale Luigi Boccherini — a magnificent music conservatory founded in 1842, within the ancient walled city of Lucca, Tuscany.
Three full days with Robben: morning and afternoon teaching sessions, followed by evening jams. A guest instructor joins us (TBD). The final night will close with a celebratory gathering to cap off an unforgettable experience.
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The Experience
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The Venue
Instituto Musicale
Luigi Boccherini
Step Inside the Room
Where It All Happens
Watch Robben Ford explore the conservatorio himself — the rooms, the stage, the historic spaces that will host three days of immersive guitar in September 2026.
Lucca is a walking city. No cars, no noise — just cobblestones, history and the warmth of Tuscany in late September.
- Arrive September 23rd — event runs Sept 24–27
- Morning & afternoon sessions plus evening jams with Robben
- Florence airport ~1hr · Pisa airport ~20 min
A Living Monument
to Music
The camp is held at the Instituto Musicale Luigi Boccherini, within the ancient walled city of Lucca, Tuscany. Founded in 1842, it is one of Italy's oldest and most celebrated music conservatories.
Named after the renowned Luccan composer Luigi Boccherini, the institute sits at the heart of a city famous throughout Europe for its extraordinary musical heritage. A place where music has echoed through centuries.
Visit boccherini.it open_in_new- Founded 1842 — one of Italy's oldest conservatories
- Within the medieval walls of Lucca, a UNESCO City of Music
- Birthplace of Luigi Boccherini, celebrated 18th-century composer
The Setting
A Taste of Tuscany
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Student Cap
50 Student Cap — Reserve Early
Dojo Members Only. You must have been an active Dojo Member for a minimum of 6 months prior to the camp to be eligible to attend.
The Details
Everything You
Need to Know
Dates, Location & Schedule
+September 24–27, 2026 — Instituto Musicale Luigi Boccherini, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy. Please plan to arrive on the 23rd to register on the morning of the 24th.
Robben will teach in the morning and in the afternoon, followed by evening jam sessions. A guest support instructor will also be joining (TBD). The final night will close with a celebratory gathering to cap off the camp.
The full schedule is still being finalised. All registered students will receive it as soon as it is confirmed.
Who Is This For?
+This camp is exclusively open to Gold-Level Dojo members who have held an active Gold membership for a minimum of 6 months prior to the camp start date. All playing levels are welcome — from beginner through advanced.
Eligibility will be verified upon signup. To keep the experience truly intimate, attendance is capped at 50 students. Reserving early is strongly encouraged.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
+Our cancellation and refund policy is handled on an individual basis. If you need to cancel or have questions regarding your booking, please reach out directly and we will do our best to find a fair resolution.
To discuss your situation, please contact Kelly at kelly@robbenford.com.
Getting There — Travel
+Airport Arrivals: We recommend flying into Florence (approximately 1 hour away) or Pisa (approximately 20 minutes away). More detailed transport information will follow.
Parking: There is very little parking within the walls of Lucca — it is primarily a walking city. If you are staying outside the walls, expect a 10–20 minute walk to the venue.
For all travel enquiries: Francesco Mennella — mennefrance@gmail.com
Accommodation
+You will need to book your own accommodation. The event ends late evening on the 27th. AirBnB, VRBO and PlumbGuide are great options. Book early for the best pricing.
30 metres — directly opposite the Conservatorio
120 metres — 2 min walk
300 metres — 4 min walk
270 metres — 4 min walk
450 metres — 6 min walk
600 metres — 8 min walk
550 metres — 8 min walk
450 metres — 6 min walk
500 metres — 7 min walk
900 metres — 12 min walk
Can't join in person?
Livestream Option
We are exploring a Livestream option for remote Dojo students who cannot make it to Lucca. More details coming soon.