Piano Lessons

New for 2025
We are offering piano lessons for students requiring scaffolded support to learn the piano or keyboard. Our piano lessons are carefully tailored in a neuro-affirming and disability positive way, they follow the interests of our young people and are student-led.
Our lessons are ideal for young people who have worked with our music therapists, have a keen interest in the keyboard or piano, and are ready for the next stage in their musical journey. They may also be suitable for other Neurodivergent students and young people with a disability and/ or additional learning needs. Please contact us to for a free consultation to find out whether they might be suitable for you or your child.
The difference between Piano Lessons and Music Therapy
Piano lessons differ from music therapy in that our tutor’s focus is on teaching musicianship and keyboard skills to diverse learners. In music therapy, whilst musicking is central to the work we do and participants may pick up musical skills, our focus lies in supporting growth and development in non-musical areas. Our piano lessons are not intended as an alternative to music therapy but may complement therapeutic work.
Our Piano Tutor
Katherine is passionate about supporting neurodivergent students, as well as students with disabilities or diverse identities. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in teaching and has experience of working with a range of children as a nanny and a Teacher’s Aide.
Katherine’s approach is flexible, focusing on creating a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment where where individuals are able to learn to play piano in their own way. She aims to tailor the lessons to the student’s preferences, making the experience both meaningful and enjoyable.
Our Piano Lessons
Lessons are held at Mana Therapy Hub on Saturday mornings during term time and typically run for 30 minutes. We book on a termly basis, with priority offered to whānau who wish to rebook from the previous term.
Cost: $40.25 ($35 + GST) per 30 minute lesson
Contact us to find out whether our piano lessons might be suitable for you or your child or complete the piano lesson registration form below.