FAQs

Answers to some commonly asked questions…

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MINI, LITTLE & ADVANCED SOUND POP ACADEMY GROUPS?

We have three different groups that run here at Sound Pop Academy. The groups are split dependant on the child’s age. Our Mini group is for children aged 3-5, our Little group is for children aged 6-8 and our Advanced group is for young people aged 9-17. We design each session different to best cater to these different age groups.

CAN MY CHILD ATTEND A TASTER SESSION?

Of course! We’d love for your child to come and experience one of our sessions. We actually think this is an important process as you’ll be able to make sure we’re 100% right for your child (and they’ll get to see what we’re all about) before you commit to signing them up as a full fledged member of Sound Pop Academy!

HOW OFTEN DO YOU REHEARSE?

We meet every week of the year during term times. Should you decide to join us, you’ll gain access to your members area. Here you’ll find your rehearsal, performance and social calendar. We do not meet during the school holidays.

HOW MUCH ARE TERM FEES?

We believe that everybody should be able to access music and high quality music sessions at an affordable price. Too many performing arts schools and clubs charge over the odds for a second rate experience. That’s not cool. We’re so excited to be able to offer Little memberships for £32 per month and an Advanced memberships at just £42 per month. You’re always in control of your payment and membership can be cancelled at any time. No expensive term fees. No expensive weekly classes. No expensive tuition. Sibling discounts are also available, see below!

DO YOU OFFER A SIBLING DISCOUNT?

Yes, we offer a £5 discount per sibling, for each month they are a member. For more information on our sibling discount offer, please click here.

DO YOU RUN THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER?

We have a few weeks off throughout August as it allows your child to come back feeling refreshed. That said, our summer is full of exciting things! Our summer show for starters plus, a summer social.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A SOUND POP ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP?

The simple answer is lots…

Weekly classes during term time

Participation in our Academy Learning Plan, which is tested & proven to increase members musical ability

Bespoke song arrangements, created and made by us

Bespoke choreography, created and made by us

Multiple performance opportunities throughout the year

A Themed Summer Theatre Show – Fully produced

Access to a Members Area which includes Welcome Pack, Choreography Videos, Songs etc.

Membership Perks – Exclusive Member discounts to local businesses and organisations

20% off (most) Sound Pop Academy Workshops

Priority Access to audition our annual Music Video Recording Project

Exclusive Member discount to our Family Festival

Access to our Members Summer Social

Themed Sessions throughout the year

Access to Sound Pop Academy Merchandise

End of Year Award Badge

Academy Ambassador opportunity for members aged 14+

No tie in / Term Fees – pay monthly and cancel whenever you wish

MY CHILD HAS A NUT ALLERGY, CAN THEY ATTEND?

Absolutely. We’re a nut free academy!

2026/2027 SESSIONS
  • HEDGE END rehearse on Tuesdays
  • EASTLEIGH & ROMSEY rehearse on Wednesdays
  • SOUTHAMPTON rehearse on Thursdays

Please click the link below to see the list of weeks that we rehearse. This list does not include performance opportunities or other events outside of our standard session calendar. Members have access to a live calendar with up to date rehearsal, performance and event information.

I’D LIKE INFORMATION ABOUT RECRUITMENT OR STARTING AN ACADEMY IN A CITY NEAR ME.

 

Awesome! Check out or recruitment page at the bottom of the website for more information.