Ideally, one for every student. But if that’s not where you are right now, you can start smaller and work up. Some teachers begin with one ukulele per pair, rotating who plays and who observes or practices finger positions on the table. The important thing is to have a plan for how students will progress once you do have a full set. If you’re working on getting more instruments, our Ukulele Letter Pack has template letters for administrators, parents, and potential sponsors that make that conversation much easier.