Excellence
Strong, safe technique taught with patience and the highest professional standards.
From one studio to four
Founded in 2009 by Elena Marchetti.
How it began
A home built for dancers
Pirouette opened in 2009 as a single rented studio with a borrowed barre and a big dream. Founder Elena Marchetti, a former company soloist, wanted to create the kind of place she'd longed for as a young dancer — rigorous, but never cold; ambitious, but always kind.
Today we welcome more than 900 dancers a year across four sprung-floor studios. From three-year-olds in their first ballet slippers to adults rediscovering movement, every dancer here is part of one supportive community. Our mission hasn't changed: to teach beautiful technique, nurture confident artists, and make every single class feel like coming home.
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What we stand for
The values that guide every class
Four principles you'll feel the moment you step onto the floor.
Kindness
A judgement-free studio where encouragement always comes before correction.
Artistry
We teach dancers to feel and express, not just to execute the steps.
Belonging
Every age, body and background is welcome — and celebrated — on our floor.
Meet the faculty
The artists who'll teach you
A small, dedicated team of professional dancers and certified teachers who love nothing more than watching you grow.
Elena Marchetti
Founder & Ballet Director
A former company soloist with 18 years on stage, Elena leads our ballet programme with precision and warmth.
Marcus Bell
Contemporary & Improv
An award-winning choreographer who helps dancers discover their own movement language and creative voice.
Aisha Cole
Hip-Hop & Jazz
A national battle champion who brings serious street credibility and contagious joy to every session.
Theo Nakamura
Tap & Kids
Endlessly patient and playful, Theo makes rhythm feel like a game and tiny dancers feel like stars.
Sofia Duarte
Ballet & Pointe
A meticulous teacher specialising in safe pointe preparation and the artistry of classical line.
Liam Foster
Jazz & Performance
A musical-theatre veteran who choreographs our showcases and coaches dancers to shine on stage.
Inside Pirouette
Four studios made for movement
Sprung floors, full-length mirrors, natural light and proper barres — every detail designed to help you dance freely and safely.
Studio A — The Atrium
Our sunniest space, home to kids classes and gentle beginner sessions.
Studio B — The Barre Room
A classical ballet studio with full barres and a professional sprung floor.
Studio D — The Black Box
A theatre-style space with stage lighting for contemporary work and rehearsals.
Before you start
Frequently asked questions
Not at all. We have true-beginner classes for every age, including adults who have never danced before. Just come as you are — we'll guide you from your very first step.
From age three in our Kids & Pre-Ballet classes all the way through to adults of any age. Dance truly is for every body, and our timetable reflects that.
Yes — we hold two showcases each year on a real theatre stage. Taking part is entirely optional, but most dancers say it becomes the highlight of their year.
Simply let your teacher or our front desk know you'd like to continue. You can enrol by term, by month, or with a flexible class pack — whatever suits your schedule and budget.
Come and see for yourself
Visit us at the barre
The best way to know if Pirouette is right for you is to step inside. Book a free trial class and meet the faculty in person.