Elma Whyte Performing Arts

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Website | 0141 848 1005
3 Incle St, Paisley PA1 1HJ, UK

Opening Hours:
Monday: 4:15 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 4:15 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 4:15 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 4:15 – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Sunday: Closed


Area Served:
Within 4 miles (6.4km) of 3 Incle St, Paisley PA1 1HJ, UK
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WHO ARE WE?​

Established 56 years ago by Elma Whyte, this school has been at the centre of dance in Paisley for almost six decades! Everyone welcome from ages 2 1/2 upwards! Get involved in our Junior School, BATD examinations, Open Classes, Adult Tap or Online Zoom Classes and join the family at EWPA! 

The highlight of our year is our annual production 'DANCE DATE' which is of the highest standard in Paisley! This once a year event is produced by Adelle Maasz who has an array of professional experience in both performing and theatre production. If you fancy yourself on the big stage then look no further! Email or find us on social media!

Find out about our Founder Elma Whyte by pressing the link below!

Google Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (29 total ratings)

colette scotson
5 Star
My daughter has been going to Elma Whyte dancing for two years and from day one she has loved it! The Elma team have created a warm, friendly, professional and most important a fun environment.
Wednesday 29th July 2020
I B
5 Star
Fantastic dance school for all ages. My daughters go and have a great time learning, hip hop, ballet, tap and modern (Other dances styles are taught including highland). With an end of year show spectacular to rival professional productions I would thoroughly recommend Elma's Performing Arts School for anybody.
Sunday 20th December 2020
Nicola Irvine
5 Star
Fantastic dance school for pupils of all ages. I was a dancer at Elma Whyte Performing Arts for 20 years now and had the best experience learning ballet, tap, modern and jazz. The teachers are amazing so friendly, welcoming and dedicated to getting the best out of every pupil. With dancers going on to big things the pupils have role models to aspire to. Having exams each year has allowed me to develop as a dancer but also to gain necessary life skills. Not to mention the end of year Dance Date show, with never ending glitter, sequins and fun it is a fantastic event and showcase of the pupils hard work. I couldn't recommend a better dance school to learn from the best and make life long friends.
Wednesday 29th July 2020
Amy Graham
5 Star
As a pupil of the Elma Whyte School of Dancing for 17 years I can safely say that it is truly one of the best. The tuition is of the highest calibre. Pupils are taught by outstanding teachers who have had careers in the world of dance as well as former students of the school. Not only were we taught to dance but we were taught professionalism, discipline and brilliant performance skills that are clearly evident in the annual summer show. The teachers, admin staff and students are incredibly welcoming, friendly and helpful. Not only do you learn a skill and talent here but you have the opportunity to meet truly wonderful people and make friends for life. Elma Whyte is more a family than a school and I can't recommend it highly enough.
Saturday 5th August 2017
Clara Maasz
5 Star
This school has been running for 50 years and is known for training many of their pupils up to become successful professional dancers in Ballet, contemporary and Commercial dance. I highly recommend this dancing school if you want your child to learn a new skill, make new and long lasting friends and become part of the Elma Whyte School of Dancing family. This school has become a second home to me and the friends I've made here have become like family, I couldn't recommend this school more !
Sunday 13th November 2016