Question 1

What classes do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Our classes include: Musical Theatre, Street Dance, Lyrical, Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Acro, Hip Hop, Stage School, Competition classes, Toddler & Pre-School Classes. For more information on our Fife classes click here and for more information on our Perth classes please click here

Question 2

What age do your classes start from?

Accepted Answer

Our mini movers are from 2 years (with their  adult) our Pirrie minis are 3+ and our upper age is a students final year of senior school.

Question 3

When are your classes?

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We closely follow the local school term dates with a few exceptions. We have classes most evenings and on Saturdays and often hold workshops during holidays and local school  in-service days. We close during the Easter, October and Christmas breaks but do not close on bank holidays or in-service days.

Question 4

Where are your classes held?

Accepted Answer

Our Perth classes are held at our studios at the Ice Factory on Shore Road
Our Dunfermline classes are held from different venues:
Tuesdays - The Liberty Centre 
Thursdays - Dell Farquharson Centre 
Fridays & Saturdays - Dunfermline High School

Question 5

I have no experience. Can I join in?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our classes are designed to introduce students to drama, dance and/or singing depending on their style preference or whichever class they wish to try. We work on building skills and confidence and we have more advanced classes as our dancer  and performers progress

Question 6

Can we try a class before we commit?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer a free trial in almost all of our classes. If there is availability in the class you can sign up for a trial and you can trial as many classes as you like!

Question 7

Can I stay and watch?

Accepted Answer

Mini Movers: Our Mini Movers class requires a parent/carer to be present and participate alongside the child for the duration of class encouraging your child to listen and follow.

All other classes: In our experience, children relax, pay attention, and enjoy the lessons far more without a parent or carer watching as it can be distracting. Therefore parents are only allowed to settle a child in for their first class in rare circumstances. Our qualified teachers are experienced with first time nerves and work hard to ensure new students settle into class.

We hold parent/carer “watch week” once or twice each year where we invite parents/carers into class to see what the students have been working on.

Showtime - Every year, we work towards our annual variety show. You will find more details about this on our website and in your registration info pack.

Question 8

Can I wait on site?

Accepted Answer

Parents of all pre school children should stay and wait in the reception area.
Parents of P1+ children can leave the studio/venue and should return in time for the end of class.

Question 9

Can my child still join the classes if the term has already started ?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  Provided there is a space in class and it’s not ‘show term’ we welcome new joiners at any point. You will only pay for the remaining lessons in that term and if the class is full you can join the ‘Waiting list’

Question 10

How long do I need to wait if I join a waiting list?

Accepted Answer

Waiting list times can vary from class to class. We monitor these regularly and as soon as a space opens up we will be in touch.

Question 11

What should I wear to class?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the class you are trialing there are different requirements. For ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary and acro please wear tight fitting clothing - ie leggings and vest top. For musical theatre, street dance and stage school, t-shirt and leggings/joggers with indoor trainers is great!

Question 12

How much are classes?

Accepted Answer

Our class rates vary depending on the length and style of class. Class fees are set per term and each term will vary in length. Term fees are set according to the number of class teaching weeks in a term and we confirm these at the start of each school year.  Classes run as normal on school in-service days. We do not charge for our school holiday closure dates in Winter, Spring and Summer. Our current prices (2026) are £7.50 for one hour classes, £6.50 for 45 minutes, £5 for half an hour and £19 for stage school classes. Specialist classes, workshops and summer schools will vary. Please enquire if you don't see what you're looking for info@pirrieperformingarts.com

Question 13

How do I sign up?

Accepted Answer

Once you have registered yours and your students details with us on our booking system and set up a trial class or joined a waiting list we will confirm your place in class - Pirrie Registration

Question 14

How do we pay for class fees?

Accepted Answer

Fees are paid directly through the Pirrie booking system and are paid in advance of classes. Term fees can either be paid in full for the term or choose to pay monthly at the beginning of each month for the month ahead

Question 15

If I can't attend my scheduled class will I still be charged?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Your space in class is secure for the term and fees are required to be paid even if you are unable to attend due to illness or holidays.

Question 16

How can we cancel our place in class?

Accepted Answer

We ask for 2 weeks notice of your student stopping classes and this information can be found in our Terms & Conditions

Question 17

Do you close for holidays?

Accepted Answer

We close during the Easter, October and Christmas breaks but do not close on bank holidays or in-service days.

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