The Maher StudioBishopbriggs
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Established July 2018

The Maher School of Irish Dance

The Maher Studio Bishopbriggs is home to The Maher School of Irish Dance, offering traditional Irish dance instruction for children from 18 months and adults. Classes are taught by World Champion Pamela Mackay T.C.R.G.

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Dancers at the WIDA Scottish Open Championships
Our ethos

Positive attitudes, having fun, building great friendships, and creating memories as a Dance Family.

Find your class

18 months+ · grown-up and me
Rince Tots

Our pre-school class is a fun introduction to Irish dancing, with lots of movement, music and play.

Age 4+ · boys and girls
Children's classes

A friendly, supportive place to learn the fundamentals and build self-confidence. Take part in displays and competitions, or just dance for fun.

Adults · beginners welcome
Ladies Fun & Fitness

A fun way to keep fit and learn a new skill, whether you're a complete beginner or danced as a child and want to dust off those shoes.

Adults · experienced
Advanced adults

For those looking to push themselves with harder material or learn heavy shoe technique.

Weekly timetable

days and times to come from client
ClassAgesDayTime
Rince Tots18 months+[day][time]
Children's classes4+[day][time]
Ladies Fun & FitnessAdults[day][time]
Advanced adultsAdults[day][time]
portrait — Pamela Mackay
Your teacher

Pamela Mackay T.C.R.G.

Every class is taught by Pamela, a World Champion Irish dancer and certified Irish dance teacher (T.C.R.G.).

[Short bio from client: titles won, years teaching, why she started the school.]

World Champion T.C.R.G. certified teacher Teaching since 2018

Your first class

1
Get in touch

Send a message with your dancer's age and any experience. We'll suggest a class and a date for a taster.

2
Come comfy

Shorts or leggings, a T-shirt, socks and a water bottle. No special shoes needed to start.

3
Arrive 10 minutes early

There's free parking outside and a cosy waiting area for parents.

Shoes & kit

Nothing to buy up front. Pamela will tell you when your dancer is ready for each step.

FIRST WEEKSSocks and comfy clothes
AFTER THATSoft shoes (ghillies / pumps)
LATERHeavy shoes and costume, if you choose to compete

Questions parents ask

What age can my child start?+

Rince Tots welcomes little ones from 18 months with a grown-up. Children's classes start from age 4, and there's no upper limit.

Do we have to compete?+

No. There are opportunities to take part in displays and competitions, but you're very welcome to just dance for fun.

What is a feis?+

A feis (pronounced “fesh”) is an Irish dance competition. Dancers compete against others at a similar level, and it's always optional.

Where are classes held?+

At The Maher Studio, 30 Wellington Road, Bishopbriggs, with free parking and a waiting area for parents. How to find us.

I danced as a child. Is it too late to come back?+

Not at all. Ladies Fun & Fitness is ideal for returners and complete beginners alike.

What if we miss a class?+

[Client to confirm catch-up policy.]

Rince Tots class
class flyer from client
adult class
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