About Scottish Country Dance
Scottish Country Dance: it's old.....it's new.....it's fun.....it's very social.
Scottish country dance is the traditional dance of Scotland. It's based on ancient folk dances, mixed with elements of ballet, influences from the Royal court of France and some overlap with Scottish Highland dancing. Scottish country dance was carried around the world by Scottish immigrants and Highland regiments. It remains popular world-wide with active groups in unlikely places such as Paris, Japan and Moscow. Some of the dances are over 300 years old. Many are new and cleverly designed to produce beautiful formations. We dance lively jigs and reels and the distinctly Scottish, and very stately, Stathspey. Scottish country dance is great fun for young and old. It involves moderate physical activity and some training on the basic steps and figures. Beginners quickly progress to complete dances. No need to bring a partner and no special clothing or equipment, other than non-marking soft soled shoes, is required....just a joy for dancing! Our 2023-2024 dance season has wound up for another really fun year. We start again on September 10, 2024. New dancers are strongly encouraged start off with us on the first evening. It is far easier for new dancers to start fresh with all of us right at the beginning of the season. Reach out to us using the contact form on the About Us page and let us know you are interested. |
What does Scottish Country Dance look like?Click below to see our demonstration dance at Town Hall
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