Rockschool (RSL Awards) grades offer a structured, industry-recognised pathway for contemporary musicians to gain qualifications in guitar, bass, drums, piano, and vocals. Unlike traditional classical exams, Rockschool focuses on popular music genres like rock, pop, metal, and funk.
They are designed to boost technical proficiency, musicality, and theory knowledge, with grades 6-8 offering UCAS points for UK university applications. Whether you're a beginner or advanced musician, Rockschool provides a clear progression from Grade 1 to Grade 8.
At Music Gym, we also offer Yamaha music exams, which are accredited by RSL Awards. This means you have flexibility in choosing the exam pathway that best suits your musical goals—whether Rockschool or Yamaha, both are globally recognised qualifications.
RSL offers accredited qualifications worldwide, providing formal recognition of your playing skills.
Focus on popular music genres like rock, pop, metal, and funk—the music you love to play.
Clear progression from beginner to Grade 8, helping you set goals and measure progress.
Grades 6, 7, and 8 earn UCAS points to help with UK university admissions.
Choose between Grade Exams (technical + sight-reading) or Performance Certificates (playing pieces only).
Exams can be taken in person, via live stream, or through recorded video submissions.
The Rockschool syllabus is developed by industry professionals to ensure skills are practical for modern musicians. You'll learn practical skills like playing with backing tracks, understanding music production, and performing contemporary repertoire.
The exams provide a supportive environment designed to reward hard work and improve technical proficiency. Whether you're preparing for university, building a music career, or simply want formal recognition of your skills, Rockschool grades are the ideal choice.
Our proven track record of success in music exams and certifications across all instruments.
Music Gym is an official Rockschool and Yamaha exam centre, ensuring professional exam administration.
Yamaha Certified Teachers specialising in rock and pop music with 15+ years of experience in Watford.
Small group lessons, one-to-one tuition, or online lessons. Choose what works best for you.
Grades 1-8
Grades 1-8
Grades 1-8
Grades 1-8