What is Scottish Highland Dance?

This ethnic dancing is from Scotland. Students develop self-discipline and confidence as they learn to tackle the physical demands if Highland Dancing. The tremendous strength, stamina, and technical precision that accomplished dancers exhibit on stage comes from years of training and practice.

Unlike other dance forms, highland dancing is organized around competitions that keep students motivated as they progress through the various levels. Primary level is for ages six and under. The Beginner level is for ages 7 and above. After the dancer has placed a third or higher at six competitions, they move into the Novice level. After the dancer has placed a third or higher at six competitions, they move into the Intermediate level. Dancer must remain at the Intermediate level for one year regardless of how much they compete, then the dancer moves into the Premier level.

It is in the Premier level that the dancer can compete in Championships on both the national and international level. Personal growth is encouraged as the dancers work towards various competitive levels. Competitions give the dancers an opportunity to meet and become friends with dancers from other areas of the country and world.

To learn Scottish Highland Dancing, the student must be able to do the following before starting dance class for the first time; hop, hop on one leg (both legs), and skip.

The dance teacher is certified through The British Association of Dance, and has been teaching for over 5 years.

Accepting students ages are from 5 years to adults. Classes are formed based on experience level. Class length is 1 – 11/2 hours in length. Please call for more information.

Classes are $6.00 per session. Please call the studio for schedule.

Practice

Practice is very important in Scottish Highland Dancing. This is the only way to become proficient, confident and really learn this form of dance. Practice also helps to build strength and stamina. All dancer’s are expected to practice one hour a day outside of their lesson time. Please take one day off from practice to give you muscles a rest. Teacher will give advise about how to practice, to help the dancer become stronger and more proficient.