Tuition is available for adults or children who wish to learn to play the Northumbrian Smallpipes. Experienced pipers are happy to support beginners in South Auckland, West Auckland, Hawkes Bay, New Plymouth, Wellington and Christchurch. Some make a small charge for lessons, others are happy to help free of charge.

As instruments are not easy to find in New Zealand, the Society owns six hire sets for members. The hire fee is $30 per month with a deposit of $90 that is refundable at the end of the hire period (maximum 18 months) when the pipes are returned in good order. No hire instruments are to leave New Zealand.