Rock Academy – Serving Poughkeepsie, NY

Music Lessons, Rock Bands & Live Performance Programs for Hudson Valley Students

Why Students From Poughkeepsie Choose Rock Academy

Rock Academy attracts musicians from all over the Hudson Valley—including Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, Wappingers, and LaGrange—because it offers something truly different.

Families make the 50–60 minute drive because:

Students play in real bands
Lessons take place in professional rehearsal studios
Performances happen on real stages (not just recitals)
Instructors are working musicians
The community is creative, supportive, and inspiring

For many families, the weekly drive becomes part of the experience—kids look forward to rehearsal, and parents get a chance to explore the Woodstock/Saugerties area.

Programs Available to Poughkeepsie Students

Private music lessons (all instruments + voice)
Rock bands & ensemble programs
Camps & seasonal workshops
Songwriting & production
Adult programs
Live performance opportunities

Every program is hands-on, community-driven, and designed to help musicians grow through playing with others.

Driving Directions From Poughkeepsie to Rock Academy

Estimated Travel Time: ~50–60 minutes.

Rock Academy Address:
1293 NY-212, Saugerties, NY 12477

General Route:

Take US-9 North
Head toward the Kingston–Rhinecliff Bridge
Cross the bridge and follow signs toward NY-212 / Woodstock
Continue on NY-212 into Saugerties
Rock Academy will be on your right

For the most accurate route, search “Rock Academy Saugerties” in Google Maps.

Things to Do Near Rock Academy (Woodstock / Saugerties Area)

While students are in rehearsal, parents often enjoy exploring the local area. Within 5–10 minutes of Rock Academy you’ll find:

In Woodstock

Woodstock Village Green – boutiques, cafés, local shops
Bread Alone – legendary Hudson Valley bakery/café
Tinker Street – art galleries, restaurants & classic Woodstock charm
Woodstock Waterfall Park – peaceful spot behind the main street
Woodstock Artists Association & Museum – perfect for an hour visit

In Saugerties

Saugerties Lighthouse – scenic walk and river views
Opus 40 – unique outdoor sculpture park
Village of Saugerties – shops, cafés, antique stores
Cantine Field – walking areas, sports fields
Krause’s Chocolates – Hudson Valley favorite

Parents often turn rehearsal time into a relaxing hour—coffee, a walk, or browsing local shops.

Areas We Serve From This Location

Poughkeepsie • Hyde Park • Pleasant Valley • LaGrange
Wappingers Falls • Fishkill • Hopewell Junction
Highland • New Paltz • Rhinebeck • Red Hook
Kingston • Saugerties • Woodstock • Catskills Region

Contact Rock Academy

📞 Phone: (323) 538-3012
📧 Email: info@rockacademy.com
📍 Address: 1293 NY-212, Saugerties, NY 12477